
Diploma in Pharmacy: A Marketable and Rewarding Career Path in Kenya
Pharmacy remains one of the most marketable and fulfilling careers in Kenya today, offering broad opportunities both locally and internationally. With the healthcare sector expanding and innovations in medicine on the rise, demand for trained pharmacy professionals continues to grow.
Why Choose a Career in Pharmacy?
Graduates of pharmacy programs find employment in a wide range of settings, including:
- Top pharmaceutical companies
- Government and private hospitals
- Research institutions
- Regulatory agencies such as the Pharmacy and Poisons Board
- International NGOs
- Public health and health policy sectors
Pharmacy technicians, in particular, play a vital role in the healthcare system. Their responsibilities include:
- Dispensing medication accurately
- Advising patients on proper drug usage
- Managing administrative and inventory tasks in pharmacies
Pharmacists also contribute significantly to:
- Clinical trials and academic research
- Public health programs and outreach
- Health insurance services
- Formulating health policies
This makes pharmacy a dynamic and future-proof profession with far-reaching impact.
How to Apply: KUCCPS Application Details
Interested candidates can apply through the KUCCPS portal:
🔗 https://students.kuccps.net/programmes/search-kmtc/
Minimum Entry Requirements
Category | Requirement |
---|---|
Mean Grade | C (Plain) |
NOTE: Each subject is considered only once in the qualification criteria.
Subject Group | Minimum Grade |
---|---|
English/Kiswahili | C |
Chemistry/Physical Science | C |
Biology/Biological Sciences | C |
Mathematics/Physics/Physical Science | C |
KMTC Campuses Offering Diploma in Pharmacy
Here are the campuses under Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) currently offering the Diploma in Pharmacy:
Campus | County | Programme Code | Programme Name |
---|---|---|---|
Kisumu Campus | Kisumu | 4850K12Application | Diploma in Pharmacy |
Manza Campus | Machakos | 4930K12Application | Diploma in Pharmacy |
Mombasa Campus | Mombasa | 4975K12Application | Diploma in Pharmacy |
Nairobi Campus | Nairobi | 5000K12Application | Diploma in Pharmacy |
Nakuru Campus | Nakuru | 5005K12Application | Diploma in Pharmacy |
Nyeri Campus | Nyeri | 5040K12Application | Diploma in Pharmacy |
(Note: Cut-off points for KCSE 2024/2025 are yet to be released.)