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Colleges and Universities Offering B.Sc in Biochemistry(Biochemistry) in Kenya

Discover colleges and universities in Kenya currently offering B.Sc in Biochemistry(Biochemistry), plus course details, typical duration and related programmes.

Course Name
B.Sc in Biochemistry(Biochemistry)
Major Subject
Biochemistry
Course Category
Degree
Average Study Duration
3 years
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About B.Sc in Biochemistry(Biochemistry)

Colleges Offering B.Sc in Biochemistry(Biochemistry)

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Universities Offering B.Sc in Biochemistry(Biochemistry)

Academic requirements
- In addition to minimum qualifications,applicants are required to have attained a C+ in chemistry,biology or biological sciences plus a C in maths or physical/physical science or
- Hold a KACE certificate with two principal passes in science subjects or
- Hold a diploma in any science subject with at least a credit pass from a reputable institution or
- Be in possession of a diploma in applied sciences with at least a credit pass in science subjects or
- Any other qualifications recognized by the university senate
Period of study
- 4 years
Admission shall be granted to holders of any of the qualifications below:
(i) A minimum of C+ in KCSE with B- in Chemistry, C+ in Biology, Mathematics and C in Physics or Geography OR

(ii) A level with two principal passes in Chemistry and Biology, subsidiary in Mathematics with C in physics at “O” level, OR

(iii) KNEC Diploma in Science/Applies Science or its equivalent from a reputable institution.

Those with Credit/Distinction will be admitted to second year.

Course duration
Four years.
Admission shall be granted to holders of any of the qualifications below:
(a) A mean grade of C+ at KCSE with C+ in Biology and Chemistry.OR

(b) Diploma in any of the areas below:
(i) Food Science and Technology.

(ii) Biotechnology.

(iii) Applied Biology

Course duration.
Four years.
For a student to pursue a bachelor of science in biochemistry he/she should have the following minimum
Requirement.
1.1 c+ as the minimum grade ,c+ and above in biology or biological sciences and chemistry, must have passed in either mathematics or physics.
Course requirements
KCSE mean C+ with C+ in Chemistry and
Biology Subjects or Relevant Diploma with
Credit.

Tuition fees
Ksh.46,750 per semester

Course duration
Eight semesters

Mode of study
Full time

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