Director's Message

Welcome to the Institute of Policy and Developmemnt Studies (IPDS)

Welcome to the Institute of Policy and Development Studies at Daystar University. The Institute equips students to address societal challenges through various postgraduate academic programmes. The Master of Arts in Community Development and Master of Arts in Monitoring and Evaluation provide advanced training for sustainable development solutions. The PhD in Development Studies offers specializations in Development Studies, Leadership and Governance, Disaster Management and Sustainable Development, Gender and Development, and Peace Building and Conflict Management, hence preparing researchers and practitioners to tackle global development challenges. The PhD in Public Administration and Policy is in advanced stages of approval, and will be launched in January 2026.

The Institute of Child Development trains professionals to address the developmental needs of children and families. The Master of Arts in Child Development offers specializations in integrated studies, family studies, and child therapy, equipping students with advanced knowledge and practical skills.

At IPDS, we are dedicated to producing graduates who are skilled, ethical, and compassionate servant-leaders. Our programmes integrate rigorous academic training with Christian values, preparing students to meet contemporary challenges and contribute meaningfully to society. We invite you to join us on a journey of transformation and leadership that extends beyond the classroom into communities and the broader world.

Research, Publications and Consultancy

The multi-disciplinary IPDS is committed to providing robust research publications and consultancy services in the areas of policy and sustainable development, including quality research outputs in such areas as climate change and food security, gender and development, public leadership, public administration and policy, governance and accountability, whose findings are disseminated widely through local, regional and international conferences, seminars and symposiums organized by IPDS or partners. In order to inform regional and national policies, IPDS collaborates on initiatives with both domestic and foreign partners.

Partnerships and Community Engagement

The IPDS envisions to be a leader in the global practical development arena through partnerships and community engagement. We are committed to changing global knowledge in collaboration with partners worldwide to create just and sustainable societies where everyone, everywhere, can have safe, satisfying lives free from injustice and poverty. We endeavor to collaborate with other organizations worldwide to increase awareness of the problems faced by the marginalized populations, and to create plans for more just society.

Welcome ALL!

For more information about our programmes, admissions, and class registration, visit our website www.daystar.ac.ke or contact us:

Ms. Dorothy Mwaniga Lavuna

School Administrator

Email: sahs@daystar.ac.ke