Bachelor of Science in Biology Program Offered at Mt Kenya University

Biology, the scientific study of life and living organisms, is a very broad field that ranges from microbes to human beings, to entire ecosystems. The Bachelor of Science in Biology program has a strong emphasis on biodiversity and is designed for students with a passion for the living world. Students ... read more

Today’s biologists require a strong background in cellular and molecular biology, organismal biology, genetics, evolution, and ecology.

The Bachelor of Science degree program aims at producing graduates with the knowledge and practical skills in life sciences that prepare them to contribute directly to food security, ... read more

To be eligible for admission into the BSc in Biology program candidates must satisfy the minimum University entry requirements of mean grade C+.

In addition to meeting the minimum University general admission requirements, candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Biology degree program must have any of the following:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum mean grade of C+ or equivalent qualifications, and a minimum of C+ in Biology or Biological Sciences and C+ in any other two science subjects from the following: Chemistry, Physics, Physical Sciences, Geography and Mathematics.
• Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) with at least two Principal level passes one of which must be in Biology and the other in any other science subject from the following: Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography, Physics.
• Ordinary/Higher National Diploma or equivalent in Biology or Biological Sciences with a credit pass or equivalent qualification.
• A degree from a recognized university, or equivalent qualifications.

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a Chartered University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education.

Mount Kenya University Main campus is located in Thika, with other campuses in Nairobi, Parklands, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret, Nkubu, Meru, Kakamega and Kisii. The University has study centres in Malindi, Kisumu, Nyeri and ... read more

The Commission for Higher Education is an agency of the Government of Kenya that is mandated to plan, monitor, regulate, modify, improve and communicate the policy to stakeholders, regarding university education in Kenya.

The Commission for University Education was established by an Act of Parliament, the ... read more