Mount Kenya University School of Health Sciences

The university has made massive investments in Thika to create a "medical city" environment.

• General Kago Road Anatomy Lab: One of the largest and best-equipped anatomy laboratories in the region, located near Thika Level 5 Hospital.
• Specialized Science Labs: Dedicated laboratories for Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology with equipment worth over KES 20 million.
• Modern Funeral Home: A dual-purpose facility that serves the community and provides a high-level training ground for pathology and anatomy students.
• Simulation Centers: Modern hubs where students practice clinical scenarios using high-fidelity simulators before hospital entry.
• Digital Library (MyLoft): Offers 24/7 access to thousands of e-books and high-impact medical journals.
• Ibn Sina Block: A dedicated medical complex for lecture theaters, seminar rooms, and faculty offices.
• ICT Innovation Hub: Supports digital learning and the university's "Digital Varsity" initiative.
• Student Centre: Houses a restaurant, gym, salon, and shops to support the daily lives of medical students.
• Transport Fleet: A dedicated fleet of buses for student academic trips and rotations.
• Indoor Sports Arena: Facilities for basketball, badminton, and other recreational activities.

Clinical rotations at MKU involve partnerships with major public and private health institutions:

• Thika Level 5 Hospital: The primary teaching hospital located right next to the university's anatomy lab.
• Machakos Level 5 Hospital: A major regional facility used for surgery and internal medicine rotations.
• Pumwani Maternity Hospital: A specialized center in Nairobi used for high-volume Obstetrics and Gynaecology exposure.
• Meru County Level 5 Hospital: Used for diverse clinical training in the central region.
• Gatundu Level 5 Hospital: A strategic partner for rural and primary health training.

Fees at MKU are highly structured and offer flexible payment plans (e.g., 40:20:20:20 or 30:30:20:20 installments).

Scholarship

• Founder's Scholarship: Provided by Prof. Simon Gicharu for exceptionally needy and bright students.
• HEF/HELB: Kenyan students are eligible for government scholarships and loans under the new tiered funding model.
• Vice-Chancellor's Research Grant: Available for students participating in high-impact medical research projects.
• Graduate Enterprise Academy: A unique MKU platform that helps medical and health graduates launch their own private practices or health-tech startups.

• The Vibe: Thika is an industrial and educational hub known as the "Birmingham of Kenya." It is safe, active, and located in a lush, pineapple-growing region.
• Connectivity:
• Road: Located along the Thika Superhighway, just 45 minutes from Nairobi.
• Transport: Reliable 24-hour public transport (matatus) connecting Thika to Nairobi and other major towns.
• Safety: The campus has 24/7 security, and the surrounding areas are generally student-friendly.

• Accommodation: MKU provides modern on-campus hostels, though many medical students choose "executive" private hostels near the General Kago Road area for proximity to the anatomy labs.
• Dining: The university cafeteria serves a variety of cuisines. Thika town is also famous for its affordable local eateries.
• Vibe: Professional, diverse, and fast-paced. The MKUMSA (Medical Students Association) is very active in local community service.
• Safety: The campus features 24-hour CCTV surveillance and a highly professional security team.

• Admission Requirements (MBChB):
• KCSE: Mean Grade of B+ (plus) with a minimum of B (plain) in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Physics, and English/Swahili.
• Graduate Entry: Holders of a degree in Biological Sciences with a good GPA (subject to GRE or interview).
• Accreditation: Programs are approved by the KMPDC, PPB, Nursing Council of Kenya, and Clinical Officers Council.