Bachelor Of Science Crop Improvement And Protection

Introduction

Programme Objectives

To demonstrate understanding of the entire agricultural development value chain
To design and implement agricultural production systems for food security and income generation

To train and educate farmers on the ever changing agricultural development ecosystem

To formulate policy and research aspects that would take agriculture to the next level
To pursue further education in agriculture

Justification/Rationale

Food security and sovereignty are persistent national development challenges that impact many other sectors of human well-being. Globally and nationally, agricultural development needs to guarantee availability of quality and sustainable techniques for crop protection and improvement services within and between generations. The BSc (Crop improvement and Protection) programme is meant to deliver this mandate by developing and nurturing requisite capacities and competencies across agricultural value chains, in future farmers and policy makers nationally and internationally.

Entry Requirements

The common Kenyatta University and the School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences admission regulations shall apply.

Candidates must have passed with a mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent.
In addition, the student must have obtained a minimum of C+ (plus) or equivalent in Biology/Biological sciences and any two (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography, and Physical Science/Physics.

In addition, candidates must have obtained Grade C (plain) in Mathematics at KSCE or equivalent OR mean grade of C (plain) at KCSE with a Diploma of at least a Credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

OR at least two (2) Principals and one (1) Subsidiary in science subjects with a Principal pass in biology at KACE (A-level) or its equivalent.

Mode and structure of delivery

The mode of delivery will be by face to face, virtual and open learning, and blended learning.

Programme duration

This programme is a four-year program that will be completed in 8 academic semesters

Curriculum Highlights

Career Opportunities

Tuition and Fees structure