Welcome to the Department of Educational Psychology and Science at Rongo University. Our Educational Psychology programs delve into the psychological aspects of teaching and learning processes. Our graduates find opportunities in a variety of settings, including tertiary institutions, schools, government agencies, businesses, and the military. We address critical areas in educational psychology, such as gender differences in mathematical ability, teachers’ effects on students’ behavior, and strategies for handling learners with special needs.

In addition to our core Educational Psychology programs, we also offer psychology units to Agricultural Education and Extension students, demonstrating our commitment to interdisciplinary learning.

As of 2022, the department has 6 full-time lecturers and 3 part-time members. The members come from diverse areas of specializations in psychology including mental health, psychometrics, cognitive, counseling, and special needs education. The department has programs in Diploma, Bachelors, Masters, and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

Academic programs offered in the department

1. Diploma in Secondary Education (Science)
2. Diploma in Special Needs Education (SNE)
3. Bachelor of Education (Science)
4. Bachelor of Education Science (Biology/Agriculture)
5. Bachelor of Education in Special Needs Education (SNE)
6. Master in Educational Psychology
7. Master in Special Needs Education
8. PhD in Educational Psychology