Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy Management
This Bachelor's programme prepares students for professional careers in renewable energy management. It develops expertise in renewable energy systems, energy management, solar energy, wind energy, and sustainable energy while building comprehensive skills for managing renewable energy projects and systems.
The short answer
- What it costs
- Up to Ksh 324,000 a year at a public institution, Ksh 1,296,000 for the whole course. Up to Ksh 221,400 a year at a private one.The detail
- Who can get in
- A KCSE mean grade of C+ (plus) mean grade at KCSE or above, plus 4 subject grades. There is another way in without it.The detail
- How long, and when
- Takes 4 years, full-time, with 6 months of attachment. Next intake January 2027, at 1 institution.The detail
- Where it leads
- 8 careers in the catalogue. The least exposed to AI is Forensic Audit Investigator, at 17 out of 100.The detail
The programme
What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.
Overview
Students analyse renewable energy resources, design energy management strategies, implement renewable energy techniques, evaluate energy efficiency, conduct energy research, apply environmental principles, manage energy projects, and develop sustainable energy practices. They also strengthen analytical thinking, energy management skills, communication, teamwork, and environmental abilities.
Kenya requires renewable energy management to support sustainable development, enhance energy access, and promote clean energy adoption, creating demand for professionals who can work in renewable energy, energy management, solar energy, and support the energy and environmental sectors.
The programme combines coursework, laboratory work, fieldwork, research projects, and energy training. Students gain hands-on experience through renewable energy practice, solar system installation, and energy management.
Graduates pursue careers as renewable energy managers, energy consultants, solar energy specialists, wind energy technicians, and energy auditors across energy companies, government agencies, environmental organizations, and renewable energy firms.
The programme is ideal for students interested in renewable energy, energy management, solar energy, wind energy, and sustainable energy systems.
What you study
6 subjects- Renewable Energy Management
- Renewable Energy Systems
- Energy Management
- Solar Energy
- Wind Energy
- Sustainable Energy
Modules
12 in the programmeIntroduction to Renewable Energy
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Comprehensive introduction to renewable energy, covering renewable energy sources, energy concepts, and the role of renewable energy in sustainable development.
Solar Energy Systems
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Study of solar energy systems, covering photovoltaic systems, solar thermal systems, solar panel installation, and solar energy applications.
Wind Energy Systems
Year 1Semester 33 creditsCore
Examination of wind energy systems, covering wind turbines, wind resource assessment, wind farm design, and wind energy applications.
Energy Management
Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore
Analysis of energy management, covering energy efficiency, energy auditing, energy conservation, and energy management systems.
Biomass Energy
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Study of biomass energy, covering biofuels, biomass conversion, biogas systems, and biomass energy applications.
Hydropower Systems
Year 2Semester 33 creditsCore
Development of hydropower skills, covering small hydro systems, hydroelectric power, water resource management, and hydropower applications.
Energy Storage
Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore
Examination of energy storage technologies, covering battery systems, energy storage solutions, and grid integration of renewable energy.
Energy Policy and Regulation
Year 3Semester 23 creditsCore
Study of energy policy, covering energy regulations, energy planning, policy frameworks for renewable energy, and energy governance.
Energy Economics
Year 3Semester 33 creditsCore
Analysis of energy economics, covering energy markets, energy pricing, energy project finance, and economic analysis of renewable energy.
Environmental Impact Assessment
Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore
Study of environmental impact assessment for energy projects, covering EIA processes, environmental monitoring, and sustainable energy development.
Renewable Energy Laboratory
Year 4Semester 23 creditsCore
Practical laboratory work where students apply learned skills in renewable energy practice, system installation, and energy management.
Renewable Energy Research Project
Year 4Semester 36 creditsCore
Independent research project on renewable energy topic, demonstrating mastery of renewable energy theory and practice.
Specialisations
Wind Energy
Specialization in wind turbines, wind resource assessment, and wind energy applications. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Solar Energy
Focus on photovoltaic systems, solar thermal systems, and solar energy applications. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Energy Management
Focus on energy efficiency, energy auditing, and energy conservation. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
General Practice
Broad foundational knowledge covering core principles and practices in the field. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
A day as a student
Students attend lectures, conduct laboratory work, participate in fieldwork, and engage in renewable energy practice.
The trade-offs
| In its favour | Against it |
|---|---|
| Growing renewable energy sector in Kenya with government support for clean energy and sustainability. | Renewable energy work often involves outdoor installations and fieldwork in various weather conditions. |
| Opportunity to contribute to sustainable development and environmental conservation through renewable energy work. | Renewable energy requires continuous learning of new technologies and changing energy policies. |
| Laboratory work and fieldwork provide hands-on experience with renewable energy systems and installation. | — |
What it costs
Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.
What it costs, and where
Against 181 environmental science coursesAnnual tuition in Kenyan shillings, rounded. The upright tick is the median for this field, so a bar sitting entirely to its right is an expensive programme by the standards of its own subject.
The fine print
UoN env 324K/yr (fee schedule). KU env 244.8K/yr (hivileo). MKU 109.1K, Daystar 221.4K/yr.
HELB loans available for eligible students. Some universities offer scholarships based on academic performance.
Funding options
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Scholarships
3 recordedHigher Education Loans Board (HELB) Loan
LoanKsh 60,000Kenyan
Kenyan students admitted to recognised universities demonstrating financial need.
Higher Education Fund (HEF)
Government fundingKenyan
Kenyan students in public universities under the new funding model based on financial need assessment.
County Government Bursaries
BursaryKenyan
Residents of respective counties pursuing undergraduate studies
Scholarships you could apply for
3 usable where it is taught- HELB Undergraduate Scholarship
Closes 31 July 2027PartialHigher Education Loans Board
KES 40,000 to 60,000 per year
- County Government Scholarships
Varies by countyPartialCounty Governments
KES 50,000 to 200,000 per year
- Moringa School Craftbyte Scholarship
QuarterlyFullMoringa School
Full software development course
Getting in
The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.
What you need
Diploma holders in Renewable Energy, Environmental Science, Physics, Engineering, or related fields with Credit pass from recognized institutions may also apply.
When it next starts
Taught at 1 institutionIncluding Multimedia University of Kenya.
Including Multimedia University of Kenya.
Including Multimedia University of Kenya.
How you are assessed
4 componentsLaboratory Assessments
Practicum100% of the mark
Evaluation of energy skills, system installation work, and practical applications through renewable energy practice and laboratory work.
Continuous Assessment Tests
Cat30% of the mark
Regular tests, assignments, and renewable energy exercises throughout the semester evaluating energy knowledge and practical skills.
End of Semester Examinations
Exam70% of the mark
Comprehensive written examinations at the end of each semester testing understanding of renewable energy systems, energy management, and energy policy.
Research Project
Project100% of the mark
Independent research project on renewable energy topic, demonstrating mastery of renewable energy theory and practice.
Accreditation
Commission for University Education
NationalRequired
Mandatory accreditation for all university programmes in Kenya.
Accredited by Commission for University Education (CUE).
Where it leads
The roles it opens, and what you leave with.
Where graduates go
5 rolesWind Energy Technician
Medium demandKsh 52,000 to Ksh 115,000
Install and maintain wind energy systems, work with wind turbines, and support wind energy projects.
Energy Consultant
Medium demandKsh 56,000 to Ksh 125,000
Provide energy expertise, consult on energy efficiency, and support organizations in energy management and renewable energy adoption.
Energy Auditor
Medium demandKsh 48,000 to Ksh 105,000
Conduct energy audits, assess energy efficiency, and recommend energy conservation measures.
Renewable Energy Manager
High demandKsh 54,000 to Ksh 120,000
Manage renewable energy projects, coordinate energy systems, and support renewable energy implementation and operations.
Solar Energy Specialist
High demandKsh 50,000 to Ksh 110,000
Design and install solar energy systems, manage solar projects, and support solar energy implementation.
Graduate outcomes
Graduates work in renewable energy management across Kenya's energy and environmental sectors.
Where these fields lead
8 careers- Forensic Audit InvestigatorBusiness17Low exposure
- Franchise Operations ManagerBusiness18Low exposure
- Infrastructure Finance SpecialistBusiness18Low exposure
- Intermodal Reefer TechnicianBusiness18Low exposure
- Climate Risk UnderwriterBusiness19Low exposure
- Coldchain Logistics ManagerBusiness19Low exposure
- Municipal Finance SpecialistBusiness19Low exposure
- Islamic Banking SpecialistBusiness20Low exposure
Tools you will learn
Microsoft Excel
SoftwarePrimary
Spreadsheet software for financial modelling, data analysis, accounting worksheets, and business reporting — essential for business graduates.
QuickBooks
SoftwarePrimary
Accounting software widely used by SMEs in Kenya for bookkeeping, invoicing, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
SAP ERP
Software
Enterprise resource planning software used by large organisations for integrated business management including finance, procurement, and HR modules.
Power BI
Software
Business analytics tool for data visualisation, dashboard creation, and business intelligence reporting.
Microsoft Office Suite
Software
Word processing, presentations, and communication tools essential for business documentation and reporting.
Certifications
Industry links
Common misconceptions
Renewable energy is unreliable
Modern renewable energy systems with storage and grid integration provide reliable and consistent power supply.
Renewable energy is too expensive
Renewable energy costs have declined significantly and are often competitive with or cheaper than fossil fuels.
Solar panels don't work in cloudy weather
Solar panels generate electricity even in cloudy conditions, though at reduced efficiency.
Renewable energy can only work for large-scale projects
Renewable energy works effectively at all scales from residential systems to utility-scale projects.
Wind turbines are noisy and harmful to birds
Modern wind turbines are designed to minimize noise and environmental impact with proper siting.
Renewable energy jobs are only technical
Renewable energy careers include management, policy, finance, sales, and diverse non-technical roles.