Kenya Forestry College Admission Requirements | Details of Kenya Forestry College Entry Requirements – for current Academic Year
CERTIFICATE COURSE
This is a two year course commencing in January every year. It consists of 40% theory and 60% practical, and is tailored towards producing field operatives. Minimum qualifications for school leavers are D+ (Plus) in KCSE with at least C- (Minus) in Mathematics, Languages (Kiswahili or English) and Biology/Agriculture or its equivalent. A division III in KCE with passes in English, Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry or Physical Science. Currently, fees payable for the programme is Kshs. 150,000 over the two years.
DIPLOMA COURSE
This is a one year course that starts in January each year. Minimum entry requirement are certificate in Forestry with credit and above or should have a pass with atleast 3 years relevant field experience in a reputable institution
Those with certificates in agriculture/wildlife/range management or other closely related field with atleast a credit may also be considered. However, the applicant will be required to undertake silviculture, forest measurements and forest management courses at the certificate level. Currently, fees payable for the programme is Kshs. 100,000 over the year.
SHORT COURSES
The College offers a variety of short courses some of which are in its calendar of events while others are offered on demand. Most of the courses are offered at the institution, but may also be offered at the client’s preferred venue.
Whereas the lectures at KFC are the main resource persons for most of the courses offered, the college also sources specialized personnel from other institutions including Kenya Forest Service, KEFRI and the Universities.
