About

KMFRI Graduate School

Transforming Knowledge into Blue Economy Solutions

  • Est. 2020 Established
  • 13 Research Stations
  • 50+ Partner Universities
  • Blue Economy Focus Area
About KMFRI-GS

Welcome to KMFRI-GS

Welcome to the KMFRI Graduate School (KMFRI-GS), a dynamic platform for postgraduate education, scientific innovation, professional advancement, and industry-driven research in marine and freshwater sciences.

Hosted by the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute, the Graduate School is committed to developing the next generation of scientists, innovators, and blue economy leaders through integrated learning, cutting-edge research, strategic partnerships, and community engagement.

Postgraduate Training
Industry Research
Scientific Innovation
KMFRI Graduate School researchers at work

Our Objectives

Integrate and propel institutional transformation by linking education, research, experience and industry

Build capacity of the future and potential scientists and community

Promote scientific outreach and dissemination

Enhance KMFRI's collaborations and partnerships

Promote career growth

Strengthen and support research through collaborative publications and funded projects

Access to World-Class Resources

Modern laboratories

Research vessels

Aquaculture hatcheries

Field stations

Digital learning systems

Scientific databases

Academic Programmes

Programmes Offered

The KMFRI Graduate School is developing a suite of rigorous programmes rooted in marine science, freshwater research, and blue economy innovation.

Postgraduate Courses

Advanced research-based programmes in marine and freshwater sciences, designed to develop independent scientists and innovators.

Coming Soon

Short Courses

Professional development and skills-based courses tailored to practitioners, industry professionals, and government researchers.

Coming Soon

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