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Study Computer Science in Kenya 🇰🇪

Kenya offers 40 Computer Science programs across 14 universities. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

40 Programs
14 Universities
100% STEM

Why Kenya for Computer Science?

Living Cost

$4,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (18) Master (11) PhD (7) Diploma (3) Certificate (1)

Top Universities for Computer Science in Kenya

University of Nairobi

Nairobi · National rank #1 · QS #1001

Master of Science in Computer Science · Master
Kenyatta University

Nairobi · National rank #1 · QS #1201

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor Master of Science in Information Technology · Master
Maseno University

Maseno · National rank #2

PhD in Computer Science · PhD Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Information Technology · Bachelor Master of Science in Information Technology · Master
Strathmore University

Nairobi · National rank #3

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor Master of Science in Information Technology · Master
Master of Science in Software Engineering · Master PhD in Information Technology · PhD Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor
Egerton University

Njoro · National rank #4

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor
Moi University

Eldoret · National rank #5

PhD in Information Technology · PhD Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor
Technical University of Kenya

Nairobi · National rank #8

PhD in Information Technology · PhD Bachelor of Science in Information Technology · Bachelor Master of Science in Information Technology · Master Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology · Bachelor
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology · Bachelor Master of Science in Computer Science · Master PhD in Information Technology · PhD
Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Nairobi · National rank #10

Master of Science in Information Technology · Master Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor Master of Science in Computer Science · Master
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Nyeri · National rank #13

Master of Science in Computer Science · Master Master of Science in Information Technology · Master PhD in Information Technology · PhD Bachelor of Science in Information Technology · Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor
Kisii University

Kisii · National rank #30

Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science · PhD Bachelor of Science in Information Technology · Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor
Gretsa University

Thika · National rank #57

Diploma in Information Technology · Diploma Diploma in Computer Science · Diploma Diploma in Software System Development · Diploma Certificate in Information Technology · Certificate Bachelor of Science in Computer Science · Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Information Technology · Bachelor

All Programs

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

United States International University Africa

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Computer Science

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Master STEM

PhD in Information Technology

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

PhD STEM

Master of Science in Computer Science

University of Nairobi

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Strathmore University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Information Technology

Strathmore University

Master STEM

PhD in Computer Science

Maseno University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Maseno University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Maseno University

Bachelor STEM

Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science

Kisii University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Kisii University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Kisii University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Information Technology

Maseno University

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Kenyatta University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Information Technology

Kenyatta University

Master STEM

Master of Science in Information Technology

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Computer Science

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Master STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Egerton University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Computer Science

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Master STEM

Master of Science in Information Technology

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Master STEM

PhD in Information Technology

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Diploma in Information Technology

Gretsa University

Diploma STEM

Diploma in Computer Science

Gretsa University

Diploma STEM

Diploma in Software System Development

Gretsa University

Diploma STEM

Certificate in Information Technology

Gretsa University

Certificate STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Gretsa University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Gretsa University

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Information Technology

Technical University of Kenya

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Technical University of Kenya

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Information Technology

Technical University of Kenya

Master STEM

Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology

Technical University of Kenya

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Information Technology

Moi University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Moi University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Software Engineering

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Master STEM

PhD in Information Technology

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Bachelor STEM

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Computer Science in Kenya?
Tuition for Computer Science programs in Kenya varies by university. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $4k.
What are the English language requirements for Computer Science in Kenya?
English-taught Computer Science programs in Kenya typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Computer Science programs are in Kenya?
Abroadly lists 40 Computer Science programs at 14 universities across Kenya. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Computer Science programs in Kenya STEM-designated?
100% of Computer Science programs in Kenya carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Kenya a good country for Computer Science students?
Kenya is a strong choice for Computer Science with 14 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English/Swahili, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Computer Science in Kenya?
In Kenya, Computer Science programs are offered at: Bachelor (18 programs), Master (11 programs), PhD (7 programs), Diploma (3 programs), Certificate (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.