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Bachelor of Arts (Science with Education)
Very highDemandThe Bachelor of Science with Education is a four-year degree that combines science subjects with education and pedagogy, preparing graduates for careers as secondary school science teachers and education professionals. Students study two teaching subjects from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Studies, and Geography, alongside education courses including curriculum development, educational psychology, assessment and evaluation, teaching methods, and educational research.
Graduates find opportunities in secondary schools, teacher training colleges, educational administration, curriculum development, and educational publishing. The programme is delivered over eight semesters at Moi University, Karatina University, and University of Eldoret, all CUE-accredited public universities.
Teaching methods include lectures, science laboratory practicals, teaching practice, micro-teaching, and school-based attachments. Graduates work as secondary school science teachers, education officers, curriculum developers, and education administrators.
TSC teachers start at Grade C2 (KES 41,400–57,200/month), with progression to higher grades based on experience and qualifications. This programme suits students with strong science aptitude, passion for teaching, and desire to shape the next generation of scientists.
Science teachers are in high demand in Kenya's secondary education system, particularly in STEM subjects. Skills RequiredScience Content Knowledge (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology)Teaching Methodology and PedagogyCurriculum Development and PlanningEducational Psychology and AssessmentScience Laboratory ManagementLesson Planning and Instructional DesignEducational Research MethodsClassroom Management and Student EngagementAssessment and Evaluation TechniquesICT Integration in Science EducationKey SubjectsMathematicsPhysicsChemistryBiologyComputer StudiesEducational PsychologyCurriculum DevelopmentTeaching Methods and PedagogyAssessment and EvaluationEducational ResearchCertificationsTeachers Service Commission (TSC) RegistrationKenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) CertificationKenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) MembershipSpecializationsMathematics and Physics EducationFocus on teaching Mathematics and Physics in secondary schools, developing pedagogical content knowledge for these subjects and preparing for TSC deployment as a maths/physics teacher.
Chemistry and Biology EducationFocus on teaching Chemistry and Biology in secondary schools, with laboratory management skills and pedagogical strategies for science instruction. Mathematics and Computer Studies EducationFocus on teaching Mathematics and Computer Studies, integrating ICT in education and preparing for digital literacy instruction in secondary schools.
4 yearsFull-timeup to Ksh 286,620