Overview
Philosophy of the program
The pogramme has been prepared collaboratively between the University of Nairobi and four other Universities in Africa namely, Ibadan, Botswana, Pretoria, and Ghana in partnership with Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR).
Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy programme is expected to innovatively enhance interdisciplinary grounding in the practice of public policy and to deepen research competencies in the discipline. The programme also imparts knowledge and skills in communication and scholarly publishing as well as leadership in pedagogical practice for next generation academics, researchers and policy practitioners to enable them contribute to national, regional and global development.
Rationale of the program
There is great need for adequately prepared cadre of faculty and research leaders with competencies in research and public policy across various disciplines to contribute to the formulation of policies that catalyse economic development and social transformation.
Objective
A doctoral degree in public policy will facilitate the development of cross cutting competencies that enhance the capacity of graduates to address development challenges through the formulation, implementation and analysis of public policies.
Requirements
Admission Requirements
- The Common regulations for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in all the faculties of the University of Nairobi shall apply.
- The following shall be eligible for admission
- A holder of a Masters degree in any academic discipline from the University of Nairobi or any other institution recognized by the University of Nairobi senate.
- In either case, the applicant must be able to produce evidence, to the satisfaction of Senate, of his/her relevant disciplinary background and capacity to carry out original research (concept paper).
- In addition to producing evidence of eligibility for registration, applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy degree shall be required to appear for interview by the department to determine their suitability and ranking for scholarship.
Schedule of intake: September (annually)
Duration : 3 years
Mode of Delivery: Evening - Blended (Virtual & physical)
Contact of support person: dept-pspa@uonbi.ac.ke & 020-491-8224
Structure
TEACHING MODULE - BLENDED (VIRTUAL & PHYSICAL)
MODE OF STUDY - EVENING ONLY
Fees
| PHD IN PUBLIC POLICY - CPA82 | |
| TUITION | 80,000.00 |
| EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @4000) | 4,000.00 |
| MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR) | 6,500.00 |
| ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR) | 7,000.00 |
| CAUTION - (ONCE) | 10,000.00 |
| LIBRARY (PER YEAR) | 5,000.00 |
| ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR) | 2,000.00 |
| REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250) | 2,250.00 |
| ID CARD ( PER YEAR) | 1,000.00 |
| STUDENT ORGANISATION(PER YEAR) | 1,000.00 |
| THESIS EXAMINATION | 50,000.00 |
| Thesis/tuition per year | 240,000.00 |
| Year 1 - 7 units | |
| Tuition fees | 588,000.00 |
| other charges | 37,000.00 |
| Totals | 625,000.00 |
| Year 2 - Thesis | |
| Thesis/tuition | 240,000.00 |
| Others charges | 27,000.00 |
| Totals | 267,000.00 |
| Year 3 - Thesis | |
| Thesis/tuition | 240,000.00 |
| Others charges | 27,000.00 |
| Thesis examinations | 50,000.00 |
| Totals | 317,000.00 |
| Grand totals | 1,209,000.00 |
| Additional charges | |
| Seminars & workshop/ year (optional) | 200,000/yr |
| 1 public policy summer school 2 & 3 years( optional) | 300,000/yr |
| 1 international public policy conference 2 & 3( optional) | 600,000/yr |