Top 10 Universities in Kenya Offering Leading Engineering Courses
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Kenya has a number of best performing universities and colleges with a number of students graduating after meeting the requirements.
Choosing the right university for engineering in Kenya is a significant decision, especially given the strict accreditation requirements of the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
According to the list by EduRank updated in 2025, the best universities in Kenya are ranked based on their research performance in Engineering.
EduRank.org is an independent metric-based ranking of 14,131 universities from 183 countries. They utilize the world’s largest scholarly papers database with 115,295,786 scientific publications and 2,964,008,315 citations to rank universities across 246 research topics.
In their overall rankings, they add non-academic prominence and alumni popularity indicators.
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According to the rankings, UoN remains the top-ranked institution in Kenya for 2026. Its Faculty of Engineering is renowned for producing top-tier consultants.
The programs are traditionally rigorous and carry significant weight in the regional job market.
Departments
- Department of Civil And Construction Engineering
- Department of Electrical And Information Engineering
- Department Of Environmental And Biosystems Engineering
- Department Of Geospatial And Space Technology
- Department Of Mechanical Engineering
- Admissions Requirements
Undergraduate: Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) “O-Level certificate”, A-level Certificate or its equivalent from a recognized institution. Postgraduate: a degree from a recognized university or equivalent
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JKUAT School of Engineering needs those who are looking for niche engineering fields like Marine Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
It is often preferred by students who want a more modern, technology-driven approach to the curriculum.
Departments
- School of Architecture and Building Sciences (SABS)
- School of Mechanical, Manufacturing & Materials Engineering (SoMMME)
- School of Electrical, Electronic and Information Engineering (SEEIE)
- School of Civil, Environmental and Geospatial Engineering (SCEGE)
- School of Biosystems and Environmental Engineering (SoBEE)
- Centre for Sustainable Materials, Research and Technology (SMARTEC)
For one to study here, they must have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KSCE)
Moi University
Located in Eldoret, Moi University has a long-standing reputation for industrial and process engineering.
Programs and courses
Degree (5 courses)
- Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Electrical and Computer Engineering)
- BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (Mechanical and Production Engineering) (PHYSICS)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Telecommunication Engineering)
- Bachelor of Technology (Textile Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
Doctorate (1 courses)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Energy Studies (Energy Studies)
Masters (4 courses)
- Master of Philosophy in Energy Studies (Energy Studies)
- Masters in Industrial Engineering (Industrial Engineering)
- Master of Philosophy in Production Engineering (Production Engineering)
- Master of Science in Water Resources Engineering (Water Resources Engineering)
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Kenyatta University (KU)
While known for education, KU has invested heavily in modern engineering infrastructure over the last decade.
Departments
- Electrical And Electronic Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering
- Energy, Gas And Petroleum Engineering
- Architecture and Interior Design
- Spatial And Environmental Planning
- Construction And Real Estate Management
Egerton University
The authority on engineering that intersects with nature and food security.
The Faculty of Engineering and Technology at Egerton University was established on 1st March 1997.
It then consisted only of one department, namely Agricultural Engineering, which hitherto was administered under the Faculty of Agriculture.
- Agricultural Engineering (AGEN)
- Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEEN)
- Industrial and Energy Engineering (IEEN)
- Electrical and Control Engineering (ECEN)
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University of Eldoret (UoE)
Founded in June 2011, the School of Engineering upholds the values of diligence, integrity, inventiveness, hard work, and lifelong learning to provide top-notch engineering education.
Mechanical and Production Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering, and Agricultural and Bio Systems Engineering are all offered by the school.
The school of engineering initially offered just two programs: the Master of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering and the Bachelor of Engineering in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering.
Since then, the school has expanded and now offers three undergraduate programs: B.Eng. (Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering), B.Eng. (Civil and Structural Engineering), and B.Eng. (Mechanical and Production Engineering).
The school has implemented postgraduate programs over the years.
These include a PhD in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, an MSC in Sanitation and Sanitary Engineering, and an M.SC. in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering.
The school is currently offering a B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering and an MSC in Mechanical and Production Engineering.
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT)
The DeKUT School of Engineering offers you a chance to learn the technical skills necessary to tackle the biggest challenges.
Their goal is to become a leading technological university that excels in high-quality education, research, and technology, which aligns with the university’s vision.
According to the institution, its graduates compete fairly well internationally because it is one of the few accredited universities in Kenya.
School of Engineering Departments:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication and Information Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Mechatronic Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Education in Technology (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
- Bachelor of Education in Technology (Mechanical Engineering)
- Bachelor of Education in Technology (Civil Engineering)
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology
The goal of the School of Engineering and the Built Environment is to provide top-notch instruction while encouraging creativity, leadership, and sustainability in the engineering and construction industries. Providing a variety of engineering and built environment courses that give students the tools they need to tackle global issues.
Departments
- Civil and Structural Engineering
- Electrical and Communication Engineering
- Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Technical University of Kenya
The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment is the largest training hub for engineers in Kenya, accounting for over 50% of the TU-K student population.
They provide industry-aligned diploma and degree programs in fields ranging from Aeronautical and Civil Engineering to Architecture and Geospatial Sciences.
Departments in the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
- Department of Architecture, Design and Planning (DADP)
- Department of Chemical and Biosystems Engineering (DCBE)
- Department of Civil and Resource Engineering (DCRE)
- Department of Construction and Property Studies (DCPS)
- Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (DEEE)
- Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DMAE)
- Department of Surveying and Spatial Sciences (DSSS)
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The University of Nairobi Main Campus Main Entrance. PHOTO/ Kenya Times.