Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Bachelors Degree program (Commision for University Education)

Bachelors Degree 4 years

About Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies programme

Development studies is a multidisciplinary subject that focuses on the evolution of nations from political, cultural, geographical, and socio-economic perspectives. It emerged as an academic discipline during the late part of the 20th century amid growing concerns for third-world economies struggling to establish themselves in the postcolonial era. More recently, academics turned their attention towards Western states, seeking to address today's (and tomorrow's) most pressing issues by studying their cultural and political development. In other words, development studies is about understanding the current political landscape by examining their origins, which then enables academics, politicians, and world charity organizations to make better plans for the future.

Alongside real-world case studies, this Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies program encourages students to gain first-hand experience via internships, pro-bono consulting, volunteering, and even international placements. 

Once qualified, Development Studies graduates can go on to work as high-profile government officials or in senior positions within NGOs and charity organizations. Others can pursue meaningful careers in work in local government, helping to tackle income disparities in their own communities through educational or extra-curricular programs. And these are just a handful of the career options for graduates - additional job paths include policy analysts, ecotourism guide, diplomacy, immigration officer, aid worker, and many more.

Objectives of Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

The process of development involves a structural change in the economy and society, leading to the enhancement of capabilities to meet human needs. This Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies programme aims to provide students with an understanding of development as a comprehensive process with several dimensions. The programme introduces students to some of the key debates and approaches among development specialists and analysts. 

Entry requirements for Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

  • K.C.S.E (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education) mean grade of C+ or its equivalent.
  • Division two in O-level Certificate plus three years relevant work experience
  • A - level certificate or two principal passes of D plain.
  • A degree or a diploma from a recognized university or institution of higher learning.
  • Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and progressed from certificate to Diploma at any other recognized/accredited Institutions.

Colleges offering Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Management University of Africa (MUA)
Nairobi County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Mt Kenya University (MKU)
Kiambu County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Kisii University
Kisii County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Pwani University
Kilifi County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

University of Eldoret (UoE)
Uasin Gishu County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Maseno University
Kisumu County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Turkana University College
Turkana County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA)
Nairobi County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (jooust)
Siaya County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Moi University (Moi Uni)
Uasin Gishu County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Tom Mboya University College
Homa Bay County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Technical University of Mombasa (TUM)
Mombasa County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Karatina University (karu)
Nyeri County

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies

Chuka University
Tharaka Nithi County