Bachelor of Agritechnology and Food Systems

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4 Years (8 semesters)Programme Duration

Annual Fee: KES 86,000. Fee Structure: View full fee structureFees per Year

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Bachelor of Agritechnology and Food Systems

Online

Overview

The Bachelor's program in Agri-Technology and Food Systems represents a comprehensive educational endeavour meticulously designed to cultivate knowledgeable, skilled, and innovative agricultural professionals. These individuals are equipped to address the intricate challenges confronting agricultural production and food systems, with a focus on sustainable development and prosperity. The curriculum imparts fundamental concepts and principles related to agricultural systems, the role of agriculture in fostering development, employment prospects within the agricultural sector, bioinformatics, biological databases, sequence analysis, and phylogenetics.

Career Prospects

Precision Agriculture Specialist
Agricultural Data Scientist
Agricultural Engineer
Aggrotech Product Manager
Aggrotech Sales and Marketing Professional
Aggrotech Consultant

Learning Outcomes

Discuss the principles and concepts in agritechnology and food systems.
Develop proficiency in the use of modern agritechnology tools and techniques in food systems.
Utilize modern and smart technologies and practices for sustainable agrifood systems.
Collaboratively innovate sustainable solutions for current and emerging challenges that builds a resilient agrifood systems.

PROGRAMME DURATION4 Years (8 semesters)

FEE PER YEARAnnual Fee: KES 86,000. Fee Structure: View full fee structure

APPLICATION STATUSOpen

INTAKE

2026 — Ongoing

Admission Requirements

A mean grade of C+ and above at KCSE OR
Diplomas or professional qualifications OR
A certificate of foundation or bridging courses from recognised institutions OR
A portfolio for the purpose of recognition of prior learning OR
Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education with a minimum of 1 principal OR
A bachelor’s degree from an institution recognised by Senate.

Government Funding

KUCCPS-placed students are eligible for government scholarships and HELB loans under the new funding model.

Flexibility

Customise your learning pace and choose courses that fit your commitments.

Inclusivity

Diversity is celebrated — all students have access to support services.

Openness

Open admissions, affordable tuition, and online delivery remove barriers.

Certification

Progressive: Certificate → Diploma → Degree as you complete credit hours.