JKUAT Courses and Qualifications

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

1.

BSc. Civil

For Direct entry into 1st year:

Engineering

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

2.

B.Sc. Geomatic

For Direct entry into 1st year:

Engineering and

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

Geospatial

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

Information Systems

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

3.

BSc Geospatial

For Direct entry into 1st year:

Information Systems

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

4.

BSc. Soil, Water &

For Direct entry into 1st year:

Environmental

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

Engineering

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

(SWEE)

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

5.

BSc. Water &

For Direct entry into 1st year:

Environmental

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

Management

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

6.

BSc. Agricultural

For Direct entry into 1st year:

Engineering

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

7.

BSc. Biomechanical

For Direct entry into 1st year:

and Processing

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

Engineering

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

8.

BSc. Agricultural

For Direct entry into 1st year:

Engineering-

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

Accelerated intake

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

9.

BSc. Biomechanical

For Direct entry into 1st year:

and Processing

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

Engineering-

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

Accelerated intake

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

10.

BSc. Agricultural

For Direct entry into 1st year:

and Biosystems

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in Maths, Physics

Engineering

and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any other subjects in groups

II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the relevant field,

with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma, examined by

KNEC, with Credit.

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

11.

B.Sc. Electrical and

Mean grade of C+, and the following minimum grades in the

Electronic

individual cluster subjects: Mathematics C+(plus), Physics C+(plus),

Engineering

Chemistry C+(plus), English/Kiswahili C+ (plus), and C+ (plus) in

any of the subjects in Group II, III, IV or V; Diploma holders(KNEC)

12.

B.Sc. Electronic and

Mean grade of C+, and the following minimum grades in the

Computer

individual cluster subjects: Mathematics C+(plus), Physics C+(plus),

Engineering

Chemistry C+(plus), English/Kiswahili C+ (plus), and C+ (plus) in

any of the subjects in Group II, III, IV or V; Diploma holders(KNEC)

13.

B.Sc.

Mean grade of C+, and the following minimum grades in the

Telecommunication

individual cluster subjects: Mathematics C+(plus), Physics C+(plus),

and Information

Chemistry C+(plus), English/Kiswahili C+ (plus), and C+ (plus) in

Engineering

any of the subjects in Group II, III, IV or V; Diploma holders(KNEC)

14.

M.Sc. Electrical

–

Engineering

15.

Ph.D. Electrical

–

Engineering

16.

M.Sc.

–

Telecommunication

Engineering

17.

Ph.D

–

Telecommunication

Engineering

18.

Postgraduate

–

Diploma in

Electrical

Engineering

19.

Postgraduate

–

Diploma in

Telecommunication

Engineering

20.

Ph.D in Urban

Minimum qualifications, relevant masters Degree; Housing Crime

Planning &

,Climate Change, Heritage, Infrastructure, Land use planning, Urban

Development.

Conservation, Redevelopment, Management, Urban Design Practice,

Urban Design Theory, Urban History, Urban Economics, Urban

planning and Development, Pollution, Densification, Solid Waste

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENT

21.

Bachelor of Architectural

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination

Technology

(KCSE) with a minimum aggregate of B- (minus)

and C+ (plus) as the minimum grade in cluster

Groups of 4 subjects which include: Mathematics,

Physics or Biology, any subject from Group III

(History and Government OR Geography OR

Christian Religious Education OR Islamic

Religious Education OR Hindu Religious

Education); or 2nd Group II (Biology or

Chemistry); OR 2nd OR 2nd Group III OR Group

IV (Home Science or Art and Design or

Agriculture or Aviation Technology or Computer

Studies); OR Group V (French, German, Arabic,

Music, Business Studies).

22.

Bachelor of Construction

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination

Management

(KCSE) with a minimum aggregate of B- (minus)

and C+ (plus) as the minimum grade in cluster

Groups of 4 subjects which include: Mathematics,

Physics or Biology, any subject from Group III

(History and Government OR Geography OR

Christian Religious Education OR Islamic

Religious Education OR Hindu Religious

Education); or 2nd Group II (Biology or

Chemistry); OR 2nd OR 2nd Group III OR Group

IV (Home Science or Art and Design or

Agriculture or Aviation Technology or Computer

Studies); OR Group V (French, German, Arabic,

Music, Business Studies).

23.

Bachelor of Quantity

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination

Surveying

(KCSE) with a minimum aggregate of B- (minus)

and C+ (plus) as the minimum grade in cluster

Groups of 4 subjects which include: Mathematics,

Physics or Biology, any subject from Group III

(History and Government OR Geography OR

Christian Religious Education OR Islamic

Religious Education OR Hindu Religious

Education); or 2nd Group II (Biology or

Chemistry); OR 2nd OR 2nd Group III OR Group

IV (Home Science or Art and Design or

Agriculture or Aviation Technology or Computer

Studies); OR Group V (French, German, Arabic,

Music, Business Studies).

24.

Bachelor of Real Estate

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination

(KCSE) with a minimum aggregate of B- (minus)

and C+ (plus) as the minimum grade in cluster

Groups of 4 subjects which include: Mathematics,

Physics or Biology, any subject from Group III

(History and Government OR Geography OR

Christian Religious Education OR Islamic

Religious Education OR Hindu Religious

Education); or 2nd Group II (Biology or

Chemistry); OR 2nd OR 2nd Group III OR Group

IV (Home Science or Art and Design or

Agriculture or Aviation Technology or Computer

Studies); OR Group V (French, German, Arabic,

Music, Business Studies).

25.

Bachelor of Landscape

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination

Architecture

(KCSE) with a minimum aggregate of B- (minus)

and C+ (plus) as the minimum grade in cluster

Groups of 4 subjects which include: Mathematics,

Physics or Biology, any subject from Group III

(History and Government OR Geography OR

Christian Religious Education OR Islamic

Religious Education OR Hindu Religious

Education); or 2nd Group II (Biology or

Chemistry); OR 2nd OR 2nd Group III OR Group

IV (Home Science or Art and Design or

Agriculture or Aviation Technology or Computer

Studies); OR Group V (French, German, Arabic,

Music, Business Studies).

26.

Master of Construction

(a) A holder of first class or and Upper Second

Management

Class Honors Degree in a field related to built

environment A holder of first class or and Upper

Second Class Honors Degree in a field related to

built environment Be a graduate of a University or

any other institution of higher learning recognized

by the JKUAT senate as being of equivalent

academic status for the purpose of admission the

programme. (c) A holder of second class honors,

lower division of JKUAT or any other institutions

recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent

academic status, and who in addition must show

proof of either two (2) years relevant experience.

(d) Holder of a Bachelor degree with a pass plus

five years post qualification experience in built

environment. Relevant experience and professional

development of academic advancement through

research, publication, and postgraduate certificate

course related to project management since

graduate with the Bachelor’s degree, or a

postgraduate Diploma in the relevant field.

27.

Ph.D. Architecture

A holder of Masters degree in a relevant discipline

recognized by JKUAT Senate

28.

Ph.D. Construction

A holder of Masters degree in a relevant discipline

Management

recognized by JKUAT Senate

29.

Ph.D. Landscape Architecture

A holder of Masters degree in a relevant discipline

recognized by JKUAT Senate

S/No.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

30.

BSc Marine Engineering

For Direct entry into 1st year:

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in

Maths, Physics and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any

other subjects in groups II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the

relevant field, with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma,

examined by KNEC, with Credit.

31.

BSc Mechatronic

For Direct entry into 1st year:

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in

Maths, Physics and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any

other subjects in groups II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the

relevant field, with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma,

examined by KNEC, with Credit.

32.

BSc. Mechanical Engineering

For Direct entry into 1st year:

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in

Maths, Physics and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any

other subjects in groups II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the

relevant field, with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma,

examined by KNEC, with Credit.

33.

BSc. Mining and Mineral

For Direct entry into 1st year:

Processing Engineering

KCSE, certificate, Mean grade C+, with at least C+ in

Maths, Physics and Chemistry, plus at least a C+ in any

other subjects in groups II,III, IV, V

OR

Holder of Ordinary Diploma examined by KNEC in the

relevant field, with a pass

Entry into 2nd year: Holder of an ordinary diploma,

examined by KNEC, with Credit.

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

34.

BSc. Industrial

Mean grade C+, Chemistry C+, C- in any one of the following

Chemistry

Biology/Physics ; Mathematics C-

35.

BSc. Analytical

Mean grade C+, Chemistry C+, Physics C- and Mathematics C-

Chemistry

36.

BSc. Control and

KCSE Mean grade C+, Physics C+, and C- in Mathematics and

Instrumentation

Chemistry

37.

Bachelor of Science

KCSE Mean grade C+, Physics C+, Chemistry C+ and C- in

Mathematics

38.

BSc. Geophysics

KCSE mean grade C+, Physics C+, Chemistry/Biology/geography C+,

English/Kiswahili C.

39.

BSc. Renewable

KCSE mean grade C+, Physics C+, Mathematics C+, English/Kiswahili

Energy &

Chemistry/Biology /Geography C+.

Environmental

Physical

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

40.

Bachelor of

Requirements: Mean grade C+, Mathematics C+ and English C+

Science in

Actuarial

Science

41.

Bachelor of

Science in

Requirements: Mean grade C+, Mathematics C+ and English C+

Financial

Engineering

42.

Bachelor of

Science in

Requirements: Mean grade C+, Mathematics C+, English C+

Biostatistics

and Biology C-

43.

Bachelor of

Science in

Requirements: Mean grade C+, Mathematics C+ and English C+

Statistics

44.

Bachelor of

Requirements: Mean grade of C+

Science in

Industrial

Mathematics

45.

Bachelor of

Science in

Requirements: Mean grade C+, Biology C+,

Mathematics and

Mathematics/Physics C- and Chemistry C-

Computer

Science

46.

Bachelor of

Requirements:

Science in

Mean grade C+, Mathematics C+, English C+

Operations

Research

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

47.

B.Sc. Environmental

A minimum grade of C+ in Biological Sciences in

Science

KCSE (or equivalent examination).In addition, a student

must have passed any two subjects from the following

alternatives: Alternative A Chemistry C+, Mathematics

C+. Alternative B Physical Science C+, Mathematics

C+

48.

B.Sc. Microbiology

A minimum grade of C+ in Biological Sciences in

KCSE (or equivalent examination).In addition, a student

must have passed any two subjects from the following

alternatives: Alternative A Chemistry C+, Mathematics

C+. Alternative B Physical Science C+, Mathematics

C+

49.

B.Sc. Fisheries &

A minimum grade of C+ in Biological Sciences in

Aquaculture

KCSE (or equivalent examination).In addition, a student

must have passed any two subjects from the following

alternatives: Alternative A Chemistry C+, Mathematics

C+. Alternative B Physical Science C+, Mathematics

C+

50.

B.Sc. Biological

A minimum grade of C+ in Biological Sciences in

Sciences

KCSE (or equivalent examination).In addition, a student

must have passed any two subjects from the following

alternatives: Alternative A Chemistry C+, Mathematics

C+. Alternative B Physical Science C+, Mathematics

C+

51.

B.Sc. Biotechnology

A minimum grade of C+ in Biological Sciences in

KCSE (or equivalent examination).In addition, a student

must have passed any two subjects from the following

alternatives: Alternative A Chemistry C+, Mathematics

C+. Alternative B Physical Science C+, Mathematics

C+

52.

B.Sc. in Genomic

A minimum grade of C+ in Biological Sciences in

Science

KCSE (or equivalent examination).In addition, a student

must have passed any two subjects from the following

alternatives: Alternative A Chemistry C+, Mathematics

C+. Alternative B Physical Science C+, Mathematics

C+

53.

B.Sc. in Zoology

A minimum grade of C+ in Biological Sciences in

KCSE (or equivalent examination).In addition, a student

must have passed any two subjects from the following

alternatives: Alternative A Chemistry C+, Mathematics

C+. Alternative B Physical Science C+, Mathematics

C+

54.

B.Sc. in Applied Biology

A minimum grade of C+ in Biological Sciences in

KCSE (or equivalent examination).In addition, a student

must have passed any two subjects from the following

alternatives: Alternative A Chemistry C+, Mathematics

C+. Alternative B Physical Science C+, Mathematics

C+

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

55.

BSc Computer Science

KCSE Mean Grade C+ and an average Grade B+ (Plus) in

one of the following two combinations of three subjects

taken in KCSE (or equivalent examination); either

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry OR Mathematics, Physical

Sciences, Biological Sciences

56.

BSc Computer Technology

KCSE Mean Grade C+ and an average Grade C+ (Plus) in

one of the following two combinations of three subjects

taken in KCSE (or equivalent examination); either

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry OR Mathematics, Physical

Sciences, Biological Sciences.

57.

BSc Information

Any of the following:

Technology

1. Aggregate Grade of C+ (Plus) in KCSE with at least grade

C (Plain) in Mathematics and English

2. Must have TWO Principal passes in ‘A‘ level/Kenya

Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE)

3. A pass in JKUAT-Diploma in Computer Technology or

IT or the equivalent qualification approved by the University

Senate

58.

BSc Business Computing

Same as BSc. IT

59.

Diploma in Information

Any of the following: 1. KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) and

Technology

grades C- in English and Mathematics 2. Division II in KCE

with credit in English and Mathematics 3. KACE certificate

with a subsidiary pass in Maths or an equivalent

qualification recognized by Senate.

60.

Certificate in Information

KCSE Mean Grade grade C-

Technology

Or Division III in KCE

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

61.

Bachelor of Commerce

Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate

with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C in

both Mathematics and English

At least Credit pass in any relevant Diploma from

JKUAT/KNEC or any other Senate recognized institution

with a minimum aggregate of D+ KCSE

Candidates who are CPA/CPS/ACCA/CCP/CICT finalist

will be exempted from year 1

62.

Bachelor of Business

Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate

Information Technology

with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C in

both Mathematics and English

At least Credit pass in any relevant Diploma from

JKUAT/KNEC or any other Senate recognized institution

with a minimum aggregate of D+ KCSE

Candidates who are CPA/CPS/ACCA/CCP/CICT finalist

will be exempted from year 1

63.

Masters in Business

Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class

Administration

Honours or equivalent from a recognized university OR

Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus

at least two years relevant experience OR

Bachelors degree with pass plus at least four years relevant

postgraduate experience

64.

Msc. Finance

Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class

Honours or equivalent from a recognized university OR

Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus

at least two years relevant experience OR

65.

PhD in Business

Holders of relevant Masters degrees from JKUAT OR its

Administration

equivalent from a recognized university

Be a holder of Bachelors degree from JKUAT OR its

equivalent from a recognized university

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

66.

Bachelor of Purchasing

Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate

and Supplies Management

with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C in

both Mathematics and English

At least Credit pass in any relevant Diploma from

JKUAT/KNEC or any other Senate recognized institution

with a minimum aggregate of D+ KCSE

Candidates who are CPA/CPS/ACCA/CCP/CICT finalist

will be exempted from year 1

67.

Bsc. in Public

Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate

Administration and

with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C in

Leadership

both Kiswahili and English

At least Credit pass in any relevant Diploma from

JKUAT/KNEC or any other Senate recognized institution

with a minimum aggregate of D+ KCSE

Candidates who are CPA/CPS/ACCA/CCP/CICT finalist

will be exempted from year 1

68.

Msc Procurement and

Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours

Logistics

or equivalent from a recognized university OR

Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at

least two years relevant experience OR

Bachelors degree with pass plus at least four years relevant

postgraduate experience

69.

Msc Procurement and

Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours

Contract Management

or equivalent from a recognized university OR

Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at

least two years relevant experience OR

Bachelors degree with pass plus at least four years relevant

postgraduate experience

70.

Msc in Entrepreneurship

Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours

or equivalent from a recognized university OR

Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at

least two years relevant experience OR

Bachelors degree with pass plus at least four years relevant

postgraduate experience

71.

Msc Project Management

Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours

or equivalent from a recognized university OR

Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at

least two years relevant experience OR

Bachelors degree with pass plus at least four years relevant

postgraduate experience

72.

Msc Human Resource

Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class

Management

Honours or equivalent from a recognized university OR

Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus

at least two years relevant experience OR

Bachelors degree with pass plus at least four years relevant

postgraduate experience

73.

PhD in Human Resource

Holders of MSc. HRM from JKUAT OR its equivalent

Management

from a recognized university

Be a holder of Bachelors degree from JKUAT OR its

equivalent from a recognized university

74.

PhD Entrepreneurship

Holders of MSc. Entrepreneurship from JKUAT OR its

equivalent from a recognized university

Be a holder of Bachelors degree from JKUAT OR its

equivalent from a recognized university

75.

PhD Supply Chain

Holders of MSc. Procurement and Logistics/ Contract

Management

Management from JKUAT OR its equivalent from a

recognized university

Be a holder of Bachelors degree from JKUAT OR its

equivalent from a recognized university

SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

76.

Bachelor of Development

Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate

Studies

with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C in

both Kiswahili and English

At least Credit pass in any relevant Diploma from

JKUAT/KNEC or any other Senate recognized institution

with a minimum aggregate of D+ KCSE

Candidates who are CPA/CPS/ACCA/CCP/CICT finalist

will be exempted from year 1

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

77.

Bachelor of Medicine &

a) All candidates must satisfy the common requirements for

Bachelor of Surgery

entry into the University, i.e. a mean grade of C+.

b) In addition:

i) K.C.S.E.

Holders: An average of B+ (plus) in the 4 cluster subjects

shown below provided that no subject in the cluster shall have

a score below B (PLAIN).Biology, Chemistry,

Physics/Mathematics, English/Kiswahili

ii)

Advanced Level Holders: A minimum of 2 principal passes;

one in Biology and the other in Chemistry and one subsidiary

pass in either Mathematics or Physics. In addition, they should

have accredit pass in English

iii) Diploma

in Clinical Medicine: A minimum “O” level Division II pass

or C+ (plus) Mean Grade and Credit pass C+ (plus) in the

cluster subjects in K.C.S.E. in addition to a Credit pass in the

professional qualification from a recognized medical training

institution

iv) Holders of any degree in

the biological sciences from JKUAT or equivalent

qualification from a university recognized by JKUAT senate.

78.

Bsc. Clinical Medicine

KCSE Mean Grade of C+ (Plus). In addition, C+ in the cluster

(Direct Entry)

subjects listed below:

Biology

Chemistry

Mathematics /Physics

English/Swahili

OR – Have a

Minimum 2 Principal passes in Science subjects in

IGCE/GCE.

OR – Have any other qualifications

accepted by the University Senate as equivalent to above

79.

Bsc. Clinical Medicine

(Upgrading Module)

Diploma/Higher National Diploma in Clinical Medicine from

an institution recognized by the JKUAT Senate.

OR – Have any other qualifications accepted by the University

Senate as equivalent to above.

80.

Bsc. Clinical Medicine

Applicants must

(Comprehensive

a) Have a Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from an

Opthalmology &

institution recognized by the University Senate,

Cartaract Surgery)

OR

b) Have a Higher National Diploma in Clinical Medicine and

Surgery ( ophthalmic and cataract surgery )

from an

institution recognized by the University Senate,

OR

c)

Have any other qualifications accepted by the University

Senate as equivalent to above.

OR

BSc. In Clinical Medicine.

81.

BSc. In Physiotherapy

Direct entry- A mean grade of at least C+ at K.S.C.E. or it s

(Direct Entry)

equivalent, with at least a “C+ “in the subject clusters

indicated.

Alternative A: Biology and Chemistry, Mathematics or

Physics, English or Kiswahili

Alternative B: Biology Sciences, Physical Sciences,

Mathematics, English or Kiswahili

Or – K.A.C.E 2 or more principals with one in Biology and in

Chemistry.

82.

BSc. In Physiotherapy

Entry at year 2- Candidates must be holders of a Diploma in

(Mature Entry)

PT from a recognized Medical Training Institution or its

equivalent as recognized by JKUAT.

Entry at Year 3- Diploma in Physiotherapy, with Higher

National Diploma in Health related program recognized by

JKUAT. In addition, the candidates MUST be registered

with the Kenya Society of Physiotherapists (KSP). Foreign

trained Therapists must be registered with their respective

professional associations in their respective countries of

training. They must also be compliant with the KSP

requirements.

83.

BSc. In Occupational

A mean grade of at least C+ at K.S.C.E. or it s equivalent,

Therapy (Direct Entry)

with at least a “C+ “in the subject clusters indicated.

Alternative A: Biology and Chemistry, Mathematics or

Physics, English or Kiswahili

Alternative B: Biology Sciences, Physical Sciences,

Mathematics, English or Kiswahili

Or – K.A.C.E 2 or more principals with one in Biology and in

Chemistry.

84.

BSc. In Occupational

Entry at year 2- Candidates must be holders of a Diploma in

Therapy (Mature Entry)

OT from a recognized Medical Training Institution or its

equivalent as recognized by JKUAT. Entry at Year 3-

Diploma in OT, with Higher National Diploma in Health

related program recognized by JKUAT. In addition, the

candidates MUST be registered with the Kenya Occupational

Therapists Association (KOTA). Foreign trained Therapists

must be registered with their respective professional

associations in their respective countries of training. They

must also be compliant with KOTA requirements

S/No.

Programme

Requirements

85.

BSc. Applied Bioengineering

KCSE C+, C+ Biology and Chemistry, C (plain)

Maths or Physics

86.

BSc. Medical Biochemistry

KCSE C+, C+ Biology and Chemistry, C (plain)

Maths or Physics

87.

BSc. Biochemistry and

KCSE C+, C+ Biology and Chemistry, C (plain)

Molecular Biology

Maths or Physics

88.

BSc. Industrial Biotechnology

KCSE C+, C+ Biology and Chemistry, C (plain)

Maths or Physics

89.

BSc. Molecular Biology Option

KCSE C+, C+ Biology and Chemistry, C (plain)

Maths or Physics

90.

MSc. Biochemistry

Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree

having studied Biochemistry as a major or regular

subject, or other Biological Sciences.

91.

MSc. Molecular Biology and

Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree

Bioinformatics

having studied Biochemistry or Mathematics or

Statistics or Computer Science or other Biological

Sciences.

92.

MSc Agricultural and

Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree

Environmental Biotechnology

having studied Biochemistry or Biotechnology or

Biological Science

93.

MSc Medical Biotechnology

Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree

having studied Biochemistry or Biotechnology or

Biological Science.

94.

MSc Pharmacology (Drug

Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree

design and development)

having studied Biochemistry or Bachelor of

Pharmacy or other degrees in medical sciences

95.

MSc Molecular medicine

Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree

having studied Biochemistry or Bachelor of

Pharmacy or other degrees in medical sciences

96.

PhD Molecular medicine

MSc degree having studied Biochemistry or

Bachelor of Pharmacy or medical sciences

97.

BSC Medical Microbiology

(Min entry Grade C+)

Cluster Subjects(Maths C-, CHEM/PHY C-,

ENG/KISW C-Geog/Agric C-)OR Relevant

Diploma/Higher National Diploma

98.

Self-Sponsored

99.

GoK Students

100.

MSc.Infectious Diseases &

Second class honors upper division with at least

Vaccinology

15 credit hours of microbiology coursework or

second class honors lower division with at least

two years relevant research experience in a

recognized research institution

101.

MSc.Medical Microbiology

102.

M.Sc. Virology

Second class honors upper division with at least

15 credit hours of microbiology coursework or

second class honors lower division with at least

two years relevant research experience in a

recognized research institution

103.

M.Sc. Microbiology

104.

M.Sc. Virology

105.

M.Sc. Mycology

106.

M.Sc. Mycobacteriology

107.

PhD. Mycology

A holder of a relevant Master’s degree or

equivalent academic qualifications from the Jomo

108.

PhD. Virology

Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology

109.

or any other institution recognized by JKUAT

PhD. Mycobacteriology

senate

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

110.

BSc. Nursing

K.C.S.E. Or It’s Equivalent; Aggregate of C+

Cluster Subjects Combined Sciences:

English or Kiswahili C+ Physical Science C+

Mathematics or Physics C+ or Biological Sciences

C+

Chemistry C+ Mathematics C+ Biology C+

English or Kiswahili C+

Or

K.A.C.E; 2 or more Principals, with one in

Biology and one in Chemistry

111.

MSc. Nursing

• Holders of Bachelor of Science nursing from

JKUAT or other universities recognized by

senate and registered by the Nursing Council

of Kenya (NCK) shall be admissible

• The minimum entry requirements of Masters

Degrees in the Jomo Kenyatta University of

Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) shall

apply.

• The common regulations for Masters Degrees

in the College of Health Sciences (COHES)

stipulated in the Board of Post-graduate (BPS)

guidelines shall apply.

S/NO.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

112.

BSC. Community Health &

KCSE Mean Grade of C+ (Plus). In addition , a

Development

student must have either of the qualifications

listed below: English or Kiswahili C, Biology

C,

Mathematics C, Chemistry/Physics C,

OR

K.A.C.E. 2 relevant Principle passesone of which

must be in Biology and the other in Chemistry,

Physics or Mathematics

OR

Diploma or HND in Community Health

Development, Clinical Medicine, Public Health,

Human Nutrition, Pharmacy with a KCSE Mean

Grade of C (Plain) and C- in Mathematics &

English.

OR

Be a holder of any other qualification accepted by

the University Senate as equivalent to any of the

above.

113.

BSc. Health Records

KCSE Mean Grade of C+ (Plus). In addition , a

Management System

student must have either of the qualifications

listed below: English or Kiswahili C, Biology

C,

Mathematics C, Chemistry/Physics C

OR Have a Minimum 2 Principal passes in

Mathematics and Biology at A’ Levels.

EXEMPTIONS:

Applicants who hold Diploma in Health Records

and Information Technology or any other

equivalent qualification from an institution

recognized by the JKUAT Senate may be

admitted to second year of study.

S/No.

PROGRAMME

REQUIREMENTS

114.

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Mean grade of C+ with cluster of B- in the

following subjects-Chemistry, Biology, Maths

/physics, English/Kiswahili-provided none of the

subjects has a grade below C+

S/No.

Programme

Requirements

115.

BSc. Agricultural Economics

K.C.S.E. Or It’s Equivalent; Aggregate of C+

and Resources Development

Cluster Subjects Combined Sciences:

English or Kiswahili

C+

Physical Science

C+

Mathematics or Physics C+ or Biological Sciences C+

Chemistry

C+

Mathematics

C+

Biology

C+

English or Kiswahili C+

Or

K.A.C.E; 2 or more Principals, with one in Biology and

one in Chemistry

116.

K.C.S.E. Or It’s Equivalent; Aggregate of C+

B.Sc. Agribusiness Management

Cluster Subjects Combined Sciences:

and Enterprise Development

English or Kiswahili

C+

Physical Science

C+

Mathematics or Physics C+ or Biological Sciences C+

Chemistry

C+

Mathematics

C+

Biology

C+

English or Kiswahili C+

Or

K.A.C.E; 2 or more Principals, with one in Biology and

one in Chemistry

117.

B.Sc. Agricultural Economics

K.C.S.E. Or It’s Equivalent; Aggregate of C+

and Rural Development

Cluster Subjects Combined Sciences:

English or Kiswahili

C+

Physical Science

C+

Mathematics or Physics C+ or Biological Sciences C+

Chemistry

C+

Mathematics

C+

Biology

C+

English or Kiswahili C+

Or

K.A.C.E; 2 or more Principals, with one in Biology and

one in Chemistry

118.

BSc Animal Health Production

Have attained a minimum aggregate C+ (Plus) in the

& Processing

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) and

a minimum grade of C+ (plus) in each of the following

subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Physics or

Geography OR C (plain) in each of the following

subjects: Biological Sciences, Mathematics/Physics and

C (plain) in English/Kiswahili, or 3rd Group II subject,

or a Group III subject, or any Group IV or any Group V.

Alternatively, admission may also be granted to holders

of diploma in related disciplines approved by the

Senate, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and

Technology.

Candidates admitted under AGR. 3 (ii) above, and

having attained an aggregate of a “credit” grade or

higher, may be admitted into the second year of study,

while candidates having an aggregate of a “pass” grade

shall be admitted into the first year of study.

Candidates admitted for Bachelor of Science in Animal

Health, Production and Processing by the Kenya

Universities and Colleges Central Placement Services

(KUCCPS), shall satisfy requirements for admission

specified by the Body for the year

119.

BSc.Food Science and

Technology

120.

BSc Food Science and Nutrition

121.

B.Sc. Nutraceutical Sciences

122.

B.Sc. Food Science and

Postharvest Technology

123.

B.Sc. Human Nutrition and

Dietetics

124.

B.Sc. Food service and

Hospitality Management

125.

M.Sc. Food Science and

BSc. 2nd Class Upper Division or 1st Class honors

Technology

126.

MSc. Food Science and

BSc. 2nd Class Upper Division or 1st Class honors

Nutrition

127.

PhD Food Science and

MSc Degree certificate

Technology