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Course Profile

Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Zoology(Zoology) in Kenya

Discover colleges and universities in Kenya currently offering Bachelor of Science in Zoology(Zoology), plus course details, typical duration and related programmes.

Course Name

Bachelor of Science in Zoology(Zoology)

Major Subject

Zoology

Course Category

Degree

Average Study Duration

4 years

About Bachelor of Science in Zoology(Zoology)

Zoology is a discipline that deals with the animals.
The discipline examines animal physiology,behavior and their interaction with the environment.
The program aims at producing conservationists due to the threats affecting wildlife today like poaching and extinction.
The program above requires one to have scored a minimum of C+ in KCSE with C+ in geography,chemistry and biology.
Those holding diplomas in relevant disciplines may apply provided that they have scored a credit.
Knowledge and skills acquired enable graduates to work in the following areas:
(i)Ministry of environment
(ii)Consultancy firms
(iii)News media,documentary making especially.

Colleges Offering Bachelor of Science in Zoology(Zoology)

Chepkoilel University College

Eldoret

Admission requirements

One is required to have scored a minimum of a C+ in KCSE with a C+
in biology or hold a diploma in zoology or any other biology-related
field from a reputable institution with at least a credit pass.

Duration

Four years

Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Zoology(Zoology)

Kenyatta University School of Pure and Applied Sciences

Nairobi

Admission requirements
- To qualify for this program,
applicants must hold any one of
the qualifications below:
(i)A minimum of C+ in KCSE
with C+ in any two of the
subjects given below:
(a)Physics
(b)Agriculture
(c)Chemistry
(d)Physical sciences
(e)Geography

(ii)At least two principal passes at KACE level
one of which must be biology.

(iii)A minimum of C in KCSE or division in KCE/EACE
with a credit pass at diploma level in any of
the areas below:
(i)Agriculture
(ii)Education(biology)
(iii)Wetlands
(iv)Wildlife
(v)Applied biology

Course duration
- Four years

Admission fees
- Kshs.2,000 for East African students
-Kshs.4,000 for Non East African students

Garissa University

Garissa

Entry requirements
KCSE Mean C+(PLUS) and a minimum of B- in the following cluster of subjects

Alternative A
Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Geography

Alternative B
mathemetics
Physical science
Geograpy

Any other subject from group III

Diploma holders from recognized institutions may be considered for admission into appropriate years depending on their performance at diploma level.

Duration :4 years

Mode of study:regular

University of Eldoret

Eldoret

Entry Requirements
(i) A minimum mean grade of C+ at KCSE and a C+ in any two science subjects relevant to the
area of study OR

(ii) 2 principals and subsidiary pass at A – level in science subjects OR

(iii) A diploma or higher diploma in Science/Applied Sciences or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

Mode of study
Full time

Venue
Main campus

Maasai Mara University

Narok

Admission requirements.
(i) Minimum mean grade of C+ at KCSE OR

(ii) 2 principals and 1 subsidiary pass at "A" level OR

(iii) A Diploma in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution.

In addition, applicants must meet the specific subject requirements for each programme

Course duration.
Four years.

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Kisii CBD Campus

Kisii

Requirements:

-C+ aggregate in KCSE (or equivalent), C in Biology or Biological Sciences and Chemistry, C- in English/Kiswahili and Mathematics or Physics OR K.A.C.E. 2 relevant principal passes. Diploma to join in 2nd year and HND to join 3rd year (in related areas)

Duration of Study: 8 Semesters

Chepkoilel University College School of Science

Eldoret

Program requirements

A minimum of a C+ in KCSE with a C+ in biology or
hold a relevant diploma in from accredited institution
with a credit pass.

Course duration

Four years