BSc Analytical Chemistry with Management Program Offered at Kenyatta University

This program provides unique training in cutting edge chemical analytical techniques and in managing chemical analysis laboratories. It allows students to select from a series of courses covering all aspects of modern chemical analysis, environmental analysis, and people management, and an opportunity to undertake a research project in the workplace.

A student wishing to study Bachelor of Science(Analytical Chemistry and Management) at Kenyatta University must satisfy the minimum university requirements and the School of Pure and Applied Sciences Regulations.

• The student must have passed with a mean grade of C+ (plus) in KCSE or its equivalent with at least B- in Chemistry, C+ in English, C+ in Mathematics and C+ in  either  Physics/Physical Sciences or Biology/Biological Sciences.

OR

• A mean grade of C (plain) at KCSE or its equivalent with at least a C+ in Mathematics,Chemistry C+ and a Diploma in analytical Chemistry of at least a Credit pass from a recognized institution.

OR

• Two principal passes at A Level or equivalent in Chemistry and Mathematics and a subsidiary pass in Physics or Biology.

Mode of Study (e.g. Regular, IBP, ODeL, etc): Regular

Examination:

Each course is one unit of 35 hours.  Examination mark consists of written exam (70%) and continuous assessment (30%). Continuous assessment tests include written tests practical reports and home assignments.  Practical report marks are mandatory in units with practical classes before a grade is awarded.

Certification:      Degree - B.Sc. (Analytical Chemistry with Management)

Unit Code and Title

Level 100

SCH 100: Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry SCH 101: Introduction to Physical Chemistry SCH 102: Organic Chemistry I

SCH 104: Introduction to Laboratory Procedures and Classical Analysis

SCH 106: Quality Assurance and Laboratory Management

SMA 102: Basic Mathematics

SMA 104: Calculus I

SMA 160: Probability and Statistics

BBA100: Business Studies

BBA 101: Business Law I

BBA 102: Principles of Management

BAC 100: Fundamentals of Accounting I SCT 100: Fundamentals of Computing UCU Unit

Level 200

SCH 200: Atomic Structure

SCH 201: Chemical Thermodynamics

SCH 202: Organic Chemistry II

SCH 203: Theory of Spectroscopy Methods

SCH 204: Separation Techniques

SCH 207: Introduction to Computational Chemistry

SMA 200: Calculus II

SMA 260: Probability and Statistics BBA 200: Organizational Behaviour BBA 201: Principles of Marketing BAC 202: Cost Accounting I

BAC 203: Business Finance I

SCT 101: Programming Techniques

UCU Unit

Level 300

SCH 300: Comparative Study of S & P Block Elements SCH 301: Coordination and Organometallic Chemistry SCH 304: Introduction to Analytical Instrumentation SCH 305: Chemical Kinetics

SCH 309: Introduction to Photochemistry

SCH 310: Radiochemistry and Radiation Chemistry

SCH 311: Organic Spectroscopy

SCH 315: Concepts in Biotechnology

SCH 320: Industrial/Institutional Attachment

SCH 321: Research Methods

BBA 300: Organizational Theory

BBA 301: Human Resource Management I BBA 303: Marketing Strategies and Plans BAC 300: Management of Accounting I UCU Unit

Level 400

SCH 400: Comparative Study of Transition Elements* SCH 401: Electrochemistry*

SCH 403: Phase Equilibria*

SCH 406: Surface and Colloid Chemistry* SCH 407: Environmental Chemistry*

SCH 409: Structural Chemistry

SCH 415: Computer Applications in Chemistry

SCH 416: Project

SCH 417: Spectroscopic Methods of Analysis*

SCH 418: Non-Spectroscopic Methods of Analysis* SCH 422: Polymer Chemistry

BBA 400: Business Policy and Decisions

BBA 401: Company Law

BBA402: Management of International Business and Organization

BMS 401: Production and Operations Management

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