Master of Science in Mathematical Innovation

Applicants are eligible for admission into the Master of Science in Mathematical Innovation if they meet any of the following requirements: • A Bachelors degree with at least Second Class Honours, Upper Division from the Open University of Kenya or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Senate. • A Bachelors degree with at least Second Class Honours, Lower Division or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Senate, plus at least two years of relevant work experience. • A Bachelors degree at Pass level from the Open University of Kenya or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Senate, plus at least four years of relevant work experience. • Relevant professional experience, skills and knowledge in Mathematics or Educational Technology considered through the Recognition of Prior Learning pathway. Applicants using this pathway must provide evidence of experience, including a portfolio of work and a detailed curriculum vitae. Regulations on Credit Transfer Credit accumulation and progression pathways shall be implemented in accordance with the Universities Regulations, Standards and Guidelines, applicable national requirements and the policies of the Open University of Kenya. Credit Transfer A candidate may be allowed to transfer credits for equivalent postgraduate coursework completed and passed at an accredited institution or programme recognised by the Senate. A course considered for transfer must have been completed at an equivalent level, with a minimum grade of 50%. Guidelines for Credit Transfer and Exemptions • The course must have been completed at an institution recognised by the Senate. • Credit transfer is limited to a maximum of one-third of the taught course units in the programme. • The course must be equivalent to and at the same academic level as the corresponding OUK course. • Only courses passed at grade C or above may be considered. • Credit transfer shall not be granted for the research project. • The applicant must pay the prescribed application