Courses Offered at Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) and Requirements in 2023/2024

Here is a list of Masters, Bachelors Degree, Certificate and Diploma courses offered at Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) that will set you on a fulfilling and meaningful career path.

PhD Courses Offered at CUEA

  1. Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics with specialization in:
    • Applied Mathematics
    • Pure Mathematics
    • Statistics
  2. Doctorate in Sacred Theology with specialization in:
    • Biblical Theology
    • Dogmatic Theology
    • Moral Theology
  3. Doctor of Philosophy in Theology with Specialization in:
    • Biblical Theology
    • Dogmatic Theology
    • Moral Theology
    • Pastoral Theology
    • Spiritual Theology
    • Sacred Liturgy
  4. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Administration with specialization in:
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Finance
    • Human Resource
    • Strategic Management
    • Marketing
    • Accounting
  5. Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) with specialization in:
    • Finance
    • Human Resource
    • Management
    • Marketing
  6. Doctor of Philosophy in Education with specialization in:
    • Curriculum Studies & Instruction
    • Research and Evaluation
    • Educational Administration & Planning
  7. Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology
  8. Doctor of Philosophy in History
  9. Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work
  10. Doctor of Philosophy Religious Studies
  11. Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy

Entry Requirements for PhD Courses

  • A Master degree in a relevant field

Masters Courses Offered at CUEA

  1. Licentiate in Sacred Theology with specialization in:
    • Biblical Theology
    • Moral Theology
    • Dogmatic Theology
  2. Master of Theology with specialization in:
    • Biblical Theology
    • Moral Theology
    • Dogmatic Theology
    • Spiritual Theology
    • Pastoral Theology
    • Sacred Liturgy
  3. Master of Business Administration (MBA) with specialization in:
    • Marketing
    • Strategic Management
    • Finance
    • Human Resource
    • Entrepreneurship
  4. Master of Science in Mathematics with specialization in:
    • Applied Mathematics
    • Pure Mathematics
    • Statistics
  5. Master of Economics with specialization in:
    • Econometrics
    • Financial Economics
    • Policy & Management
    • Health Economics
    • Agricultural Economics
  6. Master of Education with specialization in:
    • Curriculum Studies & Instruction
    • Research and Evaluation
    • Educational Administration & Planning
    • Educational Psychology
    • Guidance and Counseling
  7. Master of Science in Mathematics with specialization in:
    • Applied Mathematics
    • Pure Mathematics
    • Statistics
  8. Master of Laws (LLM) – (Upcoming)
  9. Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics
  10. Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
  11. Master of Arts in Development Studies
  12. Master of Arts in Geography
  13. Master of Arts in History
  14. Master of Arts in Kiswahili and Communication
  15. Master of Arts in Literature
  16. Master of Arts in Philosophy
  17. Master of Arts in Political Science
  18. Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management
  19. Master of Arts in Religious Studies
  20. Master of Arts in Social Work
  21. Master of Arts in Sociology
  22. Licentiate in Canon Law
  23. Master of Arts in Justice, Peace & Cohesion
  24. Master of Arts in Regional Integration

Entry Requirements for Masters Courses

  • A Bachelor’s degree with second class honors upper division
  • A Bachelor’s degree with second class honors – lower division and two years working experience.
  • A Bachelor’s degree with second class honors – lower division with a postgraduate diploma in a
    related field.

PgDip Courses Offered at CUEA

  1. Post Graduate Diploma in Education
  2. Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching in Higher Education
  3. Post Graduate Diploma in Ecclessiastical Tribunal & Procedural Law
  4. Post Graduate Diploma in Planning & Management of Development Projects

Entry Requirements for Postgraduate Diploma Courses

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in any field except PGD in Teaching in Higher Education which requires a minimum of Master’s Degree

Bachelors Degree Courses Offered at CUEA

  1. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
  2. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) – Upgrading
  3. Bachelor of Commerce with the following options:
    • Accounting
    • Finance
    • Marketing
    • Human Resources Management
    • Banking and Financial Services
    • Management
    • Entrepreneurship
  4. Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management
  5. Bachelor of Economics
  6. Bachelor of Economics and Statistics
  7. Bachelor of Economics and Finance
  8. Bachelor of Theology
  9. Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology
  10. Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
  11. Bachelor of Science in Biology
  12. Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
  13. Bachelor of Science in Physics
  14. Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
  15. Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
  16. Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science
  17. Bachelor of Science in Library Information Science
  18. Bachelor of Science in Community Health and Development (BScCHD)
  19. Bachelor of Science in Health Professionals Education
  20. Bachelor of Arts in Kiswahili and Communication Studies
  21. Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
  22. Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
  23. Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
  24. Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
  25. Bachelor of Arts in Geography
  26. Bachelor of Arts in History & International Relations
  27. Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies
  28. Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and one of the following:
    • Sociology
    • Political Science
    • Economics
    • Anthropology
  29. Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies
  30. Bachelor of Arts in Counseling Psychology
  31. Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy
  32. Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Planning & Management
  33. Bachelor of Arts in History
  34. Bachelor of Justice and Peace
  35. Bachelor of Church Management and Leadership
  36. Bachelor of Education (Arts) with the following combinations:
    • Business Studies / Geography
    • Business Studies / History
    • History / Christian Religious Education
    • English / Literature in English
    • History / Geography
    • Kiswahili / History
    • Kiswahili / Geography
    • Kiswahili / Christian Religious Education
    • Geography / Christian Religious Education
    • English / Christian Religious Education (non-Kenyans)
  37. Bachelor of Education (Science) with the following Combinations:
    • Mathematics / Geography
    • Mathematics / Business Studies
    • Geography / Physics
    • Geography / Chemistry
    • Physics / Chemistry
    • Chemistry / Biology
    • Mathematics / Biology
    • Mathematics / Physics
    • Mathematics / Chemistry
    • Physics / Biology
    • Computer Studies / Mathematics
    • Biology / Geography

Entry Requirements for Bachelors Degree Courses

  • A minimum mean grade of C+ (plus).
  • Advanced Certificate of Education GCE or A-levels applicants must have at least 2 principal passes and one subsidiary pass or its equivalent and must have passed in subjects related to the course applied for.
  • Diploma or professional certificate in a relevant discipline from an institution recognized by the University Senate.
  • Advanced Diploma in a relevant field, applicant must have an ordinary Diploma from a recognized institution.
  • Pre-University certificate with a mean of C+ (plus) and above from a recognized institution, and must have scored a C in KCSE or its equivalent.

Departmental Requirements

  • Bachelors of Commerce applicants must have a minimum grade of C plain in both Mathematics and English or principle pass in A-level or its equivalent.
  • Bachelors of Laws applicants must have a B plain English or Kiswahili in KCSE or a principle pass in A-levels or its equivalent. OR Advanced Certificate of Education with a minimum of 3 principal passes. OR Diploma in Law. OR a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
  • Bachelors of Science in Computer Science applicants must have a minimum grade of C+ with a C plain in Maths and Physics at KCSE or a principle in A-levels or its equivalent.
  • Bachelors of Education KCSE holders must have aminimum mean grade of C+ (plus) and a minimum of C+ in the two teaching subjects. A minimum of a C+ in Mathematics for business studies and computer studies. Minimum D+(plus) in Mathematics and C ( plain) in English
  • Bachelor of Education applicants with Diploma in a relevant area of study.
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
    • C+ in Mathematics/Physics
    • C+ in Chemistry
    • C+ in Biology
    • C+ in English/Kiswahili
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) – Upgrading Applicants must be Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN) or a Kenya Registered Nurse/Midwife (KRN/W) from a recognized institution. Applicants must also have:
    • KCSE minimum grade or C plain or
    • KCE/EACE Division II plus or A-level principal and
      subsidiary pass in science subjects or
    • KCE/EACE Division III plus a certificate in Nursing.
  • Bachelor of Science in Community Health and Development (BSc-CHD) applicants must have a minimum grade of C plain in KCSE in the folowing subjects:
    • Mathematics/Physics
    • Chemistry/Biology
    • English/Kiswahili
      Or Kenya Advanced certificate of Education (KCE) with 2 principle passes (Biology and Maths) and one subsidiary pass.
  • Bachelor of Science in Health Professionals Education must have a Diploma in any health or medical related program
  • Bachelor of Science applicants in Biology, Chemistry and Physics must have a minimum grade of C plain or a principle pass in A-levels or its equivalent in Mathematics

NON-KENYANS

  • Admission is subject to equated qualifications by the Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA).
  • Must have satisfied the minimum University entry requirement in their country and meet departmental requirements for the subjects applied for.
  • Candidates from non-English speaking countries should demonstrate proficiency in written and spoken English or undertake certificate in English course

Diploma Courses Offered at CUEA

  1. Ordinary Diploma in Business Management
  2. Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management
  3. Advanced Diploma in Business Management
  4. Diploma in Early Childhood Development and Education
  5. Diploma in Law
  6. Diploma in Community Health and Development
  7. Diploma in Information Technology
  8. Diploma in Archives and Record Management
  9. Diploma in Library and Information Science
  10. Diploma in Health Records Management & Informatics
  11. Diploma in Evangelization and Catechesis
  12. Diploma in Pastoral Ministry and Management
  13. Diploma in Counselling Psychology
  14. Diploma in International Relations
  15. Diploma in Social Work
  16. Diploma in Conflict Management and Peace Building
  17. Diploma in Governance, Leadership and Elections
  18. Diploma in Justice and Peace
  19. Diploma in Church Management and Leadership

Entry Requirements for Diploma Courses

  • Mean grade of C- minus in KCSE
  • Diploma in Law – KCSE mean grade of C Plain and C+ in English or Kiswahili
  • Diploma in Early Childhood Development & Education – KCSE mean grade of C
  • Obtained subsidiaries or a principal pass in Advanced certificate (A-level) or credit pass in International Baccalaureate “IB”
  • A credit pass at Certificate level

Certificate Courses Offered at CUEA

  1. Program for Preparatory Year at CUEA INSTITUTE OF CANON LAW
  2. Canon Law for Parish Collaborators
  3. Association of Chartered Institute of Accountants (ACCA)
  4. Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  5. Certified Investment & Financial Analysts (CIFA)
  6. Certified Public Secretaries (CS)
  7. Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP)
  8. Huawei Certification
  9. Certificate in Community Health and Development
  10. Certificate in Archives and Record Management
  11. Certificate in Library and Information Science
  12. Certificate in English
  13. Certificate in Kiswahili
  14. Certificate in French
  15. Certificate in Latin
  16. Certificate in Italian
  17. Certificate in German
  18. Certificate in Social Work
  19. Certificate in Church Management and Leadership.
  20. Advanced Certificate in Justice and Peace
  21. Advanced Certificate in Church Management & Leadership
  22. Certificate in Governance, Leadership and Elections
  23. Advanced Certificate in Governance, Leadership & Elections

Entry Requirements for Certificate Courses

  • Minimum mean grade of D+ in KCSE or its equivalent (C Plain or pass or credit in respective subjects)
  • Obtained subsidiary passes in A-level or International Baccalaureate or its equivalent.

INTAKES

  • January, May and September for Regular, Evening & Weekend, Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL) classes

How to Apply for a course at Catholic University of East Africa

  • Application for admission is done online from the University website – or via admissions.cuea.edu.
  • All applications must be submitted with scanned copies of identification and academic certificates.
  • Payment for application is also done online via the application portal using MPESA or bank transfer.