Meru University: Courses Offered, Fees, Location and Campuses

Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) is a public university well-known for research, innovation, and technology.

The MUST Main Campus is located on the Meru-Maua road, 15 km from Meru town. Additionally, the university has established a learning center at Marimb and a campus at the Hart Towers in Meru Town.

On March 1, 2013, MUST was fully chartered, and its first Chancellor was Dr. James N. Mwangi. The Meru University College of Science and Technology (MUCST), a part of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), was the institution’s original name.

Through Legal Notice No. 103, dated July 18, 2008, the Kenyan government changed the name of the Meru College of Technology (MECOTECH) to the Meru University College of Science and Technology (MUCST).

After being granted a charter on March 1st, 2013, Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) became a fully-fledged university. The first Chancellor was then named Dr. James N. Mwangi, CBS.

Meru University of Science and Technology has maintained its position as a leader in the creation and growth of opportunities for research and higher education. This is, in fact, the result of a process that has seen the university achieve remarkable growth in research and partnerships, infrastructure development, student enrollment, staff capacity development, and curriculum development.

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Meru University Schools and Programs

Schools
School of Agriculture & Food Science
School of Business & Economics
School of Computing & Informatics
School of Education
School of Engineering & Architecture
School of Health Sciences
School of Pure & Applied Sciences
School of Nursing

Departments

School of Agriculture and Food Science: offers degrees in Food Science and Nutrition, Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Agribusiness Management, and Hospitality and Tourism Management.

School of Business and Economics: Commerce, Business Administration, and Economics and Finance.

School of Computing and Informatics: It provides specialized training in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, and Cybersecurity.

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School of Education: Offers Bachelor of Education Arts, Bachelor of Education in Technology (Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Education in Technology (Mechanical Engineering), Bachelor of Education in Technology (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) and Bachelor of Education Science B.ED (Sc.).

School of Engineering and Architecture: Focuses on Bachelor of Technology Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Sanitation and Waste Management, Bachelor of Technology Civil Engineering and also Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

School of Health Sciences: the departments include Public Health, Clinical Medicine, and Human Nutrition.

School of Nursing: A specialized faculty offering high-demand training in Nursing, Midwifery, and Health Systems Management.

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Agriculture Related

Diploma in Agriculture
Diploma in Agricultural Extension
Diploma in Horticulture Production
Diploma in Food Science and Technology
Diploma in Agri preneurship
Diploma in Animal Health and Production

Business Management

Diploma in Business Administration
Diploma in Human Resource Management
Diploma in Marketing
Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies Management
Diploma in Project Management
Diploma in Business Management
Diploma in Supply Chain Management

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Engineering & Technology

Diploma in Information Communication Technician
Diploma in Information & Communication Technology
Diploma in Mechanical Production Technology
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Diploma in Civil Engineering
Diploma in Mechatronic Technology
Diploma in Building Technician
Diploma in Construction Management
Diploma in Automotive Engineering
Diploma in Information Science

Other Sciences & Specializations

Diploma in Fashion Design and Clothing Technology
Diploma in Water and Sanitation
Diploma in Applied Biology
Diploma in Environmental Science and Technology
Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
Diploma in Social work and community development
Diploma in Sign Language Interpreter
Diploma in Food and Beverages
Diploma in Catering and Accommodation

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