Agriculture

Bachelor of Science in Science - Agriculture Resource Management

The Bachelor Of Science In Science - Agriculture Resource Management is a degree programme that equips students with knowledge and skills in in science - agriculture resource management. The programme falls under the Agriculture & Environment category and typically spans 4 years of full-time study at accredited Kenyan universities.

The curriculum covers Agricultural Resource Management, Sustainable Agriculture, Farm Management, Resource Economics, Agricultural Planning, Resource Assessment. Students engage with both theoretical foundations and practical applications, developing competencies in technical and analytical competencies. The coursework is designed to build progressive understanding from foundational concepts to advanced topics.

Throughout the programme, students study Agricultural Resource Management Project, Farm Management, Livestock Resource Management, Agricultural Policy, Extension and Communication. The teaching approach combines lectures, laboratory practicals, tutorials, assignments and independent research projects. This blend ensures graduates can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems in their field.

The programme offers specialisations in Livestock Resource Management, Sustainable Agriculture, Crop Resource Management. Students can focus their studies on areas of particular interest, allowing them to tailor their degree to specific career goals. The flexibility enables graduates to pursue diverse professional paths within the sector.

Graduates of the Bachelor Of Science In Science - Agriculture Resource Management pursue careers as Farm Manager, Extension Officer, Agricultural Consultant, Agricultural Resource Manager. They find employment in various sectors including government agencies, private companies, research institutions, non-governmental organisations and academic institutions. The degree opens doors to both local and international opportunities.

The programme is accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and offered at recognised universities across Kenya. Students benefit from industry attachments, fieldwork and practical training that complement classroom learning and enhance employability upon graduation.

Duration: 4 years
Public, up to: Ksh 324,000
Private, up to: Ksh 178,800
Job market: High

The programme

What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.

Practicalities

Study mode: Full-time
Attachment: 8 months
Average class: 35 students
Award: Bachelor

What you study

6 subjects

Agricultural Resource Management
Sustainable Agriculture
Farm Management
Resource Economics
Agricultural Planning
Resource Assessment

Modules

12 in the programme

Introduction to Agricultural Resource Management
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Overview of agricultural resources, management principles, and sustainability concepts.
Resource Assessment
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Resource Assessment: Resource inventory, assessment methods, and resource evaluation. Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Farm Management
Year 1Semester 33 creditsCore
Farm planning, budgeting, and farm business management. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests,...
Sustainable Agriculture
Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore
Sustainable farming practices, conservation agriculture, and environmental management.
Resource Economics
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Resource Economics: Resource valuation, resource economics, and sustainable resource use. Covers economic theory, market analysis, and policy evaluation.
Soil and Water Management
Year 2Semester 33 creditsCore
Soil and Water Management: Soil conservation, water management, and soil-water resource management. Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Crop Resource Management
Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore
Crop Resource Management: Crop production, crop management, and resource use efficiency. Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Livestock Resource Management
Year 3Semester 23 creditsCore
Livestock Resource Management: Livestock production, animal management, and livestock resource use. Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Agricultural Planning
Year 3Semester 33 creditsCore
Agricultural Planning: Agricultural planning, land use planning, and resource allocation. Covers planning theory, regulatory frameworks, and sustainable development practices.
Agricultural Policy
Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore
Agricultural Policy: Agricultural policy analysis, policy formulation, and policy evaluation. Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Extension and Communication
Year 4Semester 23 creditsCore
Extension and Communication: Extension methods, communication strategies, and technology transfer. Develops practical skills for academic and professional contexts.
Agricultural Resource Management Project
Year 4Semester 36 creditsCore
Agricultural Resource Management Project: Independent project on agricultural resource management topic. Covers project lifecycle, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.

Specialisations

Crop Resource Management
Focus on crop production, crop management, and resource use efficiency. 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.
Livestock Resource Management
Specialization in livestock production, animal management, and livestock resource use. 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.
Sustainable Agriculture
Focus on sustainable farming practices, conservation agriculture, and environmental management. 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 fieldwork on farms, participate in resource assessments, and engage in agricultural research.

The trade offs

In its favour

Critical role in improving agricultural productivity and ensuring food security.
Growing demand for agricultural resource managers due to agricultural sector development.
Fieldwork provides direct experience with farms and agricultural systems.

Against it

Agricultural work can be physically demanding and requires working in rural areas.
Agricultural management can be challenging due to weather risks and market uncertainties.

What it costs

Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.

What it costs, and where

Against 303 agriculture courses

Public307k to 324k

307k at Egerton University324k at University of Nairobi

Private109k to 179k

109k at Mount Kenya University179k at University of Eastern Africa, Baraton

Annual 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

Egerton ag econ 307.3K/yr (newsblaze). UoN 324K/yr (fee schedule). UEAB 178.8K, MKU 109.1K/yr.

HELB loans available for eligible students. Some universities offer scholarships based on academic performance.

Funding options

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

Scholarships

4 recorded

Higher 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
TAGDev 2.0 Scholarship at Egerton University
ScholarshipKenyan
Students admitted to agriculture, natural resources and food science programmes at Egerton University

Getting in

The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.

What you need

KCSE mean grade: C+ (plus) mean grade at KCSE
Alternative entry: Diploma holders in Agriculture, Agricultural Management, Environmental Science, or related fields with Credit pass from recognized institutions may also apply.

Biology/Agriculture
C+
Chemistry/Mathematics
C+
Physics/Geography
C
English/Kiswahili
C

How you are assessed

4 components

Research Project
Project100% of the mark
Independent research project on agricultural resource management topic.
Field Practice Assessments
Practicum100% of the mark
Evaluation of field skills in farm management, resource assessment, and sustainable practices.
End of Semester Examinations
Exam70% of the mark
Comprehensive written examinations at the end of each semester.
Continuous Assessment Tests
Cat30% of the mark
Regular tests, assignments, and field reports throughout the semester.

Accreditation

Accredited by Commission for University Education (CUE).

Accredited by

Commission for University Education
NationalRequired
Mandatory accreditation for all university programmes in Kenya.

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

5 roles

Farm Manager
High demandKsh 50,000 to Ksh 110,000
Manage farms, oversee agricultural operations, and ensure farm profitability.
Extension Officer
High demandKsh 48,000 to Ksh 105,000
Provide extension services, transfer technology, and support farmers.
Agricultural Consultant
Medium demandKsh 55,000 to Ksh 120,000
Provide consulting services on agricultural management, sustainable practices, and resource use.
Agricultural Resource Manager
High demandKsh 52,000 to Ksh 115,000
Manage agricultural resources, implement sustainable practices, and ensure efficient resource use.
Agricultural Planner
Medium demandKsh 53,000 to Ksh 118,000
Plan agricultural development, design land use strategies, and support agricultural planning.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates work in agricultural resource management, sustainable agriculture, and farm management across Kenya's agricultural sector.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

Microsoft Excel
SoftwarePrimary
Spreadsheet for extension data management, project planning and rural development budgeting.
SPSS
SoftwarePrimary
Statistical analysis software for rural development research and extension impact assessment.
QGIS
Software
GIS software for agricultural mapping and extension service planning.
PowerPoint
Software
Presentation tool for farmer training and extension education sessions.
KoboToolbox
Software
Mobile data collection tool for field surveys and extension needs assessment.