Welcome to the Department of Physics at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST). It is my great pleasure to invite you to explore the exciting world of physics—a discipline that seeks to understand the fundamental principles governing matter, energy, and the universe.
At the Department of Physics, we are committed to excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. Our programs are designed to equip students with strong analytical, experimental, and computational skills that are essential for addressing contemporary scientific and technological challenges. We nurture curiosity and creativity, encouraging our students to think critically and apply physical principles to real-world problems in areas such as renewable energy, materials science, electronics, and environmental studies.
Our dedicated faculty and staff work closely with students to provide a supportive learning environment that promotes intellectual growth, collaboration, and professional development. We also engage in impactful research and community outreach aimed at advancing science and contributing to sustainable development in Kenya and beyond.
I welcome prospective students, researchers, and partners to join us in our pursuit of scientific discovery and innovation. Together, we can continue to expand the frontiers of knowledge and contribute to a better, more sustainable world.
Mission Statement
To generate, preserve and disseminate knowledge by integrating Physics in quality programmes, covering a wide variety of disciplines while engaging interdisciplinary innovative research and consultancy.
Objectives
To produce at least 50 graduates equipped with quality Scientific knowledge in Physics through teaching and research by the end of the current MMUST strategic plan.
To facilitate at least 10 research projects in the areas of Experimental and Theoretical Physics through innovations and for economic development by the end of the current MMUST strategic plan.
Prof. Boniface Ndinya BEd (Sc.) [KU], MSc [Maseno], PhD [Maseno]
Prof. Thomas Welikhe Sakwa BSc, MSc, PhD [Moi]
Dr. Maxwell J. Mageto BEd (Sc.) [Moi], MSc[NTNU, Norway], PhD [UoE]
Dr. Henry Barasa Wafula BEd (Sc.)[Egerton], MSc[UoN], PhD [MMUST]
Dr. Patrick Tonui BEd (Sc.) [KU], MSc [Moi], PhD, [UKZN]
Dr. Francis Gaitho BEd (Sc.) [Egerton], MSc,[Egerton] PhD, [UKZN]
Mr. Philip Amuyunzu Mang’are BEd (Sc.), MSc, PhD [Egerton]
Dr. Benjamin Victor Odari BEd (Sc.), MSc [MMUST], PhD [UoN]
Dr. Celline Awino Omondi BEd (Sc.)[Moi], MSc[Pune, India], PhD[tech. univ. Berlin]
Dr. Rapando Wakhu Bernard BEd (Sc.)[Moi], MSc[MMUST], PhD[UoE]
Mr. William C. Kirui BSc, MSc [UoN]
Technical Staff
Mr Jacob Oduogo BSc, MSc
Ms Antonnate Sarai BSc, MSc
Mr Fanuel Chemininigwa Bsc
Ms Phyllis Mutenyo Dip. Electronics, BSc
