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Study Social Sciences in Kenya 🇰🇪

Kenya offers 26 Social Sciences programs across 9 universities.

26 Programs
9 Universities

Why Kenya for Social Sciences?

Living Cost

$4,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Bachelor (13) Master (9) PhD (3) Diploma (1)

Top Universities for Social Sciences in Kenya

University of Nairobi

Nairobi · National rank #1 · QS #1001

Master of Arts in International Relations · Master
Kenyatta University

Nairobi · National rank #1 · QS #1201

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology · Master Master of Arts in International Relations · Master
Maseno University

Maseno · National rank #2

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies · Bachelor Master of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy · Master Bachelor of Arts in Political Science · Bachelor
Egerton University

Njoro · National rank #4

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies · Bachelor
Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies · Bachelor
Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Nairobi · National rank #10

Bachelor of Arts in Theology · Bachelor Doctor of Philosophy in Theology · PhD Bachelor of Arts in Social Work · Bachelor Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology · Master Master of Arts in Religious Studies · Master Master of Arts in Development Studies · Master Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work · PhD Master of Arts in International Relations · Master
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations · Bachelor Master of Arts in International Relations · Master Doctor of Philosophy in International Relations · PhD
Kisii University

Kisii · National rank #30

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies · Bachelor
Gretsa University

Thika · National rank #57

Diploma in International Relations · Diploma Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies · Bachelor Bachelor of Social Sciences (Social Sciences) · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts in Geography · Bachelor Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies · Bachelor

All Programs

Bachelor of Arts in International Relations

United States International University Africa

Bachelor

Master of Arts in International Relations

United States International University Africa

Master

Doctor of Philosophy in International Relations

United States International University Africa

PhD

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Bachelor

Master of Arts in International Relations

University of Nairobi

Master

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies

Maseno University

Bachelor

Master of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy

Maseno University

Master

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Maseno University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration

Kisii University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies

Kisii University

Bachelor

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

Kenyatta University

Master

Master of Arts in International Relations

Kenyatta University

Master

Bachelor of Arts in Theology

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Bachelor

Doctor of Philosophy in Theology

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

PhD

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Bachelor

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Master

Master of Arts in Religious Studies

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Master

Master of Arts in Development Studies

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Master

Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

PhD

Master of Arts in International Relations

Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Master

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies

Egerton University

Bachelor

Diploma in International Relations

Gretsa University

Diploma

Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies

Gretsa University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Gretsa University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Geography

Gretsa University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies

Gretsa University

Bachelor

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Social Sciences in Kenya?
Tuition for Social Sciences programs in Kenya varies by university. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $4k.
What are the English language requirements for Social Sciences in Kenya?
English-taught Social Sciences programs in Kenya typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Social Sciences programs are in Kenya?
Abroadly lists 26 Social Sciences programs at 9 universities across Kenya. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Is Kenya a good country for Social Sciences students?
Kenya is a strong choice for Social Sciences with 9 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English/Swahili, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Social Sciences in Kenya?
In Kenya, Social Sciences programs are offered at: Bachelor (13 programs), Master (9 programs), PhD (3 programs), Diploma (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.