Overview
The programme aims to prepare students for senior positions in the field of development studies both as researchers and policy analysts with the primary aim of making the development process meaningful, interactive and sustainable. The students will be expected to participate in seminars and conducts in-depth research on a development topic falling within the research priorities of the department.
Structure
The PhD Programme in Planning at the University of Nairobi shall be conducted by research and thesis.
Admission Requirements
The following shall be eligible to apply for registration for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Planning:
- A holder of Master's degree in Development Studies or any other social science discipline for the University of Nairobi;
- A holder of a Master's degree in any other discipline from the University of Nairobi, who provides evidence of social science base study, research or publications;
- A holder of Master's degree or equivalent academic qualifications from other institutions recognized by the University of Nairobi Senate as of comparable status.
Careers
The programme aims to prepare students for senior positions in the field of development studies both as researchers and policy analysts with the primary aim of making the development process meaningful, interactive and sustainable.
Graduates of Urban and Regional Planning can find employment in NGO's, County Governments, Central Governments UN Bodies- UNCRD, UNEP, UN-Habitat, Parastatals – Nairobi County Council (NCC), Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), ENNDA, Ministry of Housing, Physical Planning Departments, National Lands Commission (NLC), Regional Development Authority and Water and Sewerage Companies under the Water Act.
Fees and Funding
| DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN PLANNING (B803), | YEAR 1 | YEAR 2 | YEAR 3 | TOTALS |
| TUITION | 480,000 | 480,000 | 480,000 | 1,440,000 |
| ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR) | 7,000 | 7,000 | 7,000 | 21,000 |
| THESIS EXAMINATION | - | - | 50,000 | 50,000 |
| REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250) | 4,500 | 4,500 | 4,500 | 13,500 |
| ID CARD ( PER YEAR) | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 3,000 |
| CAUTION - (ONCE) | 5,000 | - | - | 5,000 |
| MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR) | 6,500 | 6,500 | 6,500 | 19,500 |
| ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR) | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 6,000 |
| LIBRARY (PER YEAR) | 5,000 | 5,000 | 5,000 | 15,000 |
| STUDENT ORGANISATION(PER YEAR) | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 3,000 |
| Grand TOTAL | 512,000 | 507,000 | 557,000 | 1,576,000 |
Exam Regulations
The Common Regulations for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in all Faculties shall apply to the Doctor of Philosophy in Planning
