Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies - Presbyterian University of East Africa, Kenya

• Mass Communication and Media Studies

Minimum Admission Requirements

a.) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C + (plus) with B – (minus) in either English or Kiswahili

OR

b.) Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) with 2 Principal Passes and one subsidiary pass in one of the languages

OR

c.) Diploma in Journalism, Public Relations OR Communication Studies

OR

d.) Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university

• The Presbyterian University of East Africa has intakes in January, May and September every year.
• Students enrolling  at the University  can take advantage of the trimester system in order to accelerate their studies.
• The institution admits government sponsored students through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) as well as self-sponsored students.

The Application Process

1. Select your Course or programme

• PUEA offers different programmes. The University strictly follows the approved admission criteria as set out  by the Commission for University Education, Senate and other regulatory bodies.At this stage, a potential student can pick a course he/she is interested in.

2. Check Entry Requirements

• To gain general admission to a Masters, undergraduate, diploma or certificate training at The Presbyterian University of East Africa, you must have successfully completed a recognized secondary education qualification.

3. Check for Credit Eligibility

• If you have post-secondary educational qualifications, you may be entitled to receive credit transfer. Applicants seeking credit should include academic transcripts and curriculum details in their applications.

4. Complete your Application Online

• If you meet all the above requirements, apply online for admission via onlineapp.puea.ac.ke. 
• Once you apply and pay Kshs. 1,000 you will automatically be issued with an admission letter which you can download from the online application portal.
• If you need any assistance you can contact our admissions office via admissions@puea.ac.ke or 0723799904 or 0733552233

Application documents for Self Sponsored students and Government Sponsored students

1. Application form for Bachelor programmes
2. Fee structure
3. Medical-Examination-Form
4. Code of conduct

In addition, an applicant is required to bring the following:

• Three (3) recent colored passport size photos
• A copy of KCSE result slip
• A copy of your National ID
• Medical form filled by a medical doctor