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The School as presently constituted was formally established in June 2014 due to the rapid expansion of enrollment and development of new programmes in the then Social Sciences and Humanities Department. The School is in the College of Human Resource Development and currently has two departments and one centre; the Media Technology and Applied Communication Department (MTAC), the Department of Development Studies (DDS) and the Centre for Foreign Languages and Linguistics.
All the Departments and Centre in the School are deliberately and professionally fashioned to deliver nothing but the best in their specific areas of focus. The Media Technology and Applied Communication Department deals primarily with media related courses, and offers Diplomas, Bachelors, Masters and PhD programmes in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communication among others. The same course levels apply for the Department of Development Studies, which offers among others, Development Studies, Community Development, International Relations…
The Centre for Foreign Languages and Linguistics, established in May 2014, aims at equipping learners with foreign and linguistic skills, and currently offers courses in French, Japanese, German, Korean, Chinese as well as bridging courses in English and Kiswahili.
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The JKUAT Multimedia and Development Fest (JKUAT MDF) is an initiative of the School of Communication and Development Studies (SCDS) in Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) to bring together the academia, professionals, and practitioners in the communication industry.
It is an event where students from various universities, colleges and secondary schools network, share and exhibit their multimedia productions in various categories to industry players, professionals and the general public.
The categories for which they compete include: Audio-Visual Production, Print Media, Photography and Photojournalism, Public Relations and Advertising, and Development. The best three projects in each of the categories are awarded.
The MDF AimThe main aim of the JKUAT MDF is to bridge the gap between the corporate world and students in the Media, Communication and Development fields so as to enhance understanding, appreciation and knowledge of the profession. The event enhances the utilization of student projects and innovations by the industry.
A Historical BackgroundThe inaugural festival was held on March 27th 2013 as the JKUAT Multimedia Festival (JKUAT MMF). At the time, the school was a department but since the upgrade was need to change the name. Celebrate youth’s creativity, innovation and strategic thinking for a sustainable future and development
The subsequent event was held on May 25 and 26th 2017 as JKUAT MDF. The event involved much rebranding, review of goals and positioning to ensure relevance of the event.
JKUAT MDF 2017
The event begun with the MMF Relaunch on 08/06/2016. A committee was set up which embarked on strategic planning and event rebranding from MMF to MDFOn 23/03/2017 JKUAT MDF held the Japan Media Arts Festival Screening of Award Winning Works as a pre-eventJKUAT MDF 2017 was held on May 25th and 26th 2017. The event involved student competition, exhibitions, student workshops, language contest and a high school essay writing competition.JKUAT MDF was able to raise enough money for organizing the eventStudio equipment purchase thereby improving student learning experienceIncreased student participation with over 40 project submissions and an event attendanceof above 2000Attendance by 6 High Schools
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Open House
February 10, 2024
The Office of the Dean of students in partnership with Office of the President (JKUSA) organized an annual cultural week event on November 23,2023 at the JKUAT Pavilion grounds to provide a vibrant platform for students to enhance national cohesion and diversity amongst the student through showcasing and celebrating their cultures.
Themed; “Cultural Diversity: Fabric of Africa Society,” the event provided an opportunity for an inclusive representation of the diverse cultures and talents, arts, food and fashion within the JKUAT fraternity and neighboring communities.
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January 5 - June 13, 2024
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Certificate in Information Technology (CIT) – 6 modules/unitsDIPLOMA PROGRAMMES:
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Bachelor of Science Procurement & Contract Management – 59 modules/unitsBachelor of Business Information Technology [BBIT] – 57 modules/unitsBachelor of Commerce [BCOM] – 54 modules/unitsBachelor of Science in Information Technology [BSc IT] – 65 modules/unitsBachelor of Human Resource ManagementPOST-GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES:
Master of Science in Computer Systems – 12 modules/unitsMasters in Research Methods – 16 modules/unitsMaster in Business Administration – 18 modules/unitsMaster of Science in ICT Integration in Education & Instructional DesignMaster of Science in Leadership & Governance-18 unitsMaster of Science in Project Management-18 unitsMaster of Science in Strategic ManagementMaster of Science in Human Resource ManagementMaster of Science in Procurement & Logistics ManagementMaster of Science in FinanceMaster of Science in Finance & AccountingMaster of Science in Business Information TechnologyAPPLY NOW!!APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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News & EventsJKUAT Marks the 18th Scientific ConferenceJKUAT Marks the 18th Scientific ConferenceIn the realm of academia where knowledge reigns supreme, a powerful force emerges. A force that intertwines the private sector with a vibrant policy environment. According to the Chief Executive Officer, Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC), Mr. Joseph Marabula, this force, heralded as the ... Continue reading →Five Students Fly to China for Global Huawei ICT CompetitionFive Students Fly to China for Global Huawei ICT CompetitionFive JKUAT students are embarking on an extraordinary journey to China, to showcase their talents in the Global Huawei ICT Competition scheduled for May 2024. Leading the charge is Luis Kinyua, who will be competing in the Network Track, while his comrades Wendy Njeri Mumbi, Kenyatta Peter ... Continue reading →JKUSA Leaders Undergo Leadership TrainingJKUSA Leaders Undergo Leadership TrainingThe university arranged a week-long training session in Mombasa for the recently elected members of the Jomo Kenyatta University Students Association (JKUSA), aiming to provide these new leaders with essential leadership skills. Running from March 12-15, 2024, the training covered various ... Continue reading →40 Benefit from JKUAT Customized Wheelchairs40 Benefit from JKUAT Customized WheelchairsIn a transformative endeavor aimed at enhancing accessibility and independence, 40 individuals with disabilities in Baringo County received customized wheelchairs through the collaborative efforts of the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) Wheelchair Project, ... Continue reading →JKUAT and Japan’s OMU in Collaboration TalksJKUAT and Japan’s OMU in Collaboration TalksJKUAT management held a meeting with Osaka Metropolitan University delegation, to explore potential options for collaboration in areas of mutual interest, including science, technology, and agriculture. The meeting provided both organizations with a forum to explore how to map out the process ... Continue reading →JKUAT-SEED Student Initiative LaunchedJKUAT-SEED Student Initiative LaunchedJKUAT-SEED Student Initiative marked a significant milestone with its official launch, March 7, 2024, heralding a new era of innovation and entrepreneurship in sustainable energies. With a mission to cultivate a culture of creativity and enterprise among both students and faculty, the ... Continue reading →Inaugural Architecture Students Exhibition Gets UnderwayInaugural Architecture Students Exhibition Gets UnderwayStudents, staff and industry players converged at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology for the inaugural exhibition for final year architecture students. Organised by the School of Architecture, the event showcased students’ ingenuity in different aspects of architecture as ... Continue reading →Universities Tipped on Maximizing Research ReachUniversities Tipped on Maximizing Research ReachWith dwindling capitation throughout the years and a new financing model dependent on the number of students accepted to higher education institutions, there is a need to identify and diversify sustainable revenue options. To this end, JKUAT through the Research, Production and Extension ... Continue reading →New JKUSA Leaders Inaugurated Into Office New JKUSA Leaders Inaugurated Into Office The newly elected leaders of the Jomo Kenyatta University Students Association (JKUSA) stepped into their roles with an official inauguration on Monday, March 11, 2024. Led by the University’s Chief Legal Officer, Mr. Richard Wokabi, the ceremony was attended by University Management Board and ... Continue
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