ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
The Charter to Establish Strathmore University
5. Objects and functions of the University
Edition: 2026-04-01 · In force
5. Objects and functions of the University
(1)The objects of the University shall be—(a)transmission of knowledge through excellence in teaching and learning;(b)continual contribution to the body of knowledge through research;(c)the integration of service to society in all its activities; and(d)advancement of the education, religious and social welfare of the residents of Kenya and the relief of poverty and distress.(2)The functions of the University are—(a)to develop and offer courses of instruction beyond secondary school level, and in furtherance of that function—(i)to devise and implement academic programmes;(ii)to conduct student attachments and internships;(iii)to promote research and innovation; and(iv)to provide ancillary services;(b)to determine the qualifications and eligibility of persons from the Republic of Kenya and elsewhere for certificate, diploma, undergraduate and graduate studies at the University;(c)to determine who may teach, what may be taught and how it may be taught in the University under the educational philosophy and objects of the University;(d)to conduct examinations for and to grant and confer degrees, diplomas, certificates and other awards of the University;(e)to provide adequate equipment and facilities necessary for providing a high quality education, for carrying out research and innovation, and for extracurricular activities;(f)to maintain a record of its proceedings and provide an archive of all such records;(g)to establish academic partnerships and linkages with other universities, research institutions and industry.