Bachelor of Science (Biology) – School of Science

This curriculum has been developed with the above considerations and envisages achieving the following broad objectives:

Prepare graduates who can accomplish the research and extension work in Biology.
Prepare the graduates with sound knowledge in the fundamentals of science and biology to enable them to participate in applied theoretical research as well as consultancy services.
Develop graduates who can be employed in organizations and institutions engaged in biology related work.
Enable graduates to have initiative and creative thinking oriented to the world of work.

All students admitted to the degree programme of Bachelor of Science in Biology must satisfy the minimum entry requirements stipulated in the common University Admission regulations.
In addition, candidates must obtain at least the minimum cut-off points for the year as determined by Kenya Universities and Colleges Placement Service, from any one of the following four subject clusters from the K.C.S.E. structure.
(i) Mathematics
(ii) Biology
(iii) Physical Sciences
(iv) Group V (i.e. technical group of subjects)

The above cluster may change from year to year.

For direct entry a candidate should have obtained a minimum aggregate grade of C+, obtained at least a C+ in Biology, C+ in English/Kiswahili and a minimum C+ in each of the following subjects: Mathematics, Chemistry and Geography/Agriculture.
Holders of a recognized Diploma in Biology or related discipline are eligible for admission. Applicants with credit and above will be admitted into second year of study.
Those with pass will be admitted into the first year of study.
Applicants holding qualifications equivalent to the above from institutions recognized by the Senate may also be admitted

By the end of the programme, the students should competently be able to: –

Demonstrate knowledge and skills in botany, zoology, microbiology, physiology, ecology, parasitology, molecular biology, entomology, immunology, biochemistry and other biological disciplines.
Undertake tasks relevant to applications of microbiology, biochemistry and molecular biology in industry, agriculture, medicine, and the environment.
Have knowledge in the fundamentals of science and biology to enable them to participate in applied theoretical research as well as consultancy services.
Employed in organizations and institutions engaged in biology related work.
Have initiative and creative thinking oriented to the world of work.
Accomplish the research and extension work in Biology

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 1

Organic chemistry
Laboratory Practice, Bio-Safety and Bioethics
Survey of the Plant Kingdom
Foundation Mathematics
Invertebrate Zoology
Physical Chemistry
Fundamentals of Computing and Applications

YEAR 1 SEMESTER 2

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1

YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2

YEAR 3 SEMSTER 1

YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 1

Student Research Project
Medical Entomology
Plant Pathology
Ichthyology
Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology

YEAR 4 SEMESTER 2

Economic Botany
Herpetology
Animal Behaviour
Applied Immunology
Ornithology

Upon completion, graduates can work as:

Laboratory technician: They support scientific research and experimentation in biology-related fields. Their work involves preparing experiments, maintaining equipment, analyzing samples, and ensuring a safe and organized laboratory environment.
Environmental consultant: They evaluate how human actions affect ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resources, and then develop strategies to mitigate negative impacts.
Pharmaceutical sales representative: They provide a solid understanding of the scientific principles behind medications and medical devices, which is valuable when explaining products to healthcare professionals