About Us
The College of Health Sciences – CoHES, was created by the JKUAT senate in November 2011 from the previous Institute of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Diseases- ITROMID.CoHES being a college of JKUAT is open to all wit
College of Health Sciences
The College of Health Sciences – CoHES, was created by the JKUAT senate in November 2011 from the previous Institute of Tropical Medicine and Infectious Diseases- ITROMID.
CoHES being a college of JKUAT is open to all without discrimination against race, creed, colour or gender.
The college was also established in order to attain further development of collaboration between the University and Research Institutions such as Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI).
The collaboration represents a successful example on resources harnessing between two government institutions to foster development.
CoHES is the coordinating center for all departments engaged in HIV/AIDS activities (AIDS Control Unit, Dean of Students’ office and university Hospital).
CoHES was inspected 26.04.2013 by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Board for the proposed School of Medicine.
The program of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery admitted the pioneer students in September 2013.
Vision
To be a leading centre of excellence in health sciences education, research, innovation and service for improved health and well-being in Kenya, Africa and beyond.
Mission
To advance health sciences through high-quality education, research, innovation, clinical training and community engagement in order to produce competent, ethical and globally competitive health professionals who respond effectively to evolving health needs.
Core Values
The College of Health Sciences is guided by the following core values:
1. Excellence- Commitment to the highest standards in teaching, research, clinical training, innovation and service delivery.
2. Integrity- Upholding honesty, accountability, transparency and ethical conduct in all academic, professional and institutional activities.
3. Professionalism- Demonstrating competence, responsibility, respect and adherence to ethical standards in health sciences education and practice.
4. Innovation- Promoting creativity, discovery and the application of new knowledge and technologies to address health challenges.
5. Teamwork and Collaboration- Fostering interdisciplinary cooperation among students, staff, partners and stakeholders in education, research and healthcare delivery.
6. Respect for Human Dignity- Valuing and protecting the dignity, rights and diversity of all individuals and communities served by the College.
7. Social Responsibility- Contributing to the improvement of community health and well-being through outreach, engagement and responsive health interventions.
8. Lifelong Learning- Encouraging continuous personal and professional development to keep pace with evolving health sciences knowledge and practice.