Overview

University of Nairobi's Dryland Economics and Agro-Ecosystem Management BS program prepares students for a rewarding career in the field. By emphasizing dryland economics and agro-ecosystem management, this program provides students with a solid foundation to excel in areas such as sustainable resource management, agricultural economics, and climate change adaptation.

Key Features

Extensive coursework covering dryland agriculture, natural resource economics, and land management
Practical training in agro-ecosystem analysis, water management, and climate-smart farming practices
Study of dryland ecology, rural development, and sustainable livelihoods in arid and semi-arid regions
Specialization options in areas like agroforestry, pastoral economics, and climate change resilience
Fieldwork, internships, and engagement with local communities in dryland regions

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Natural Resource Economics
Agro-ecosystem Analysis and Management
Water Resource Management in Dryland Systems
Dryland Ecology and Biodiversity
Rural Development in Arid and Semi-arid Regions
Climate Change and Adaptation in Dryland Agriculture
Agroforestry and Silvopastoral Systems
Pastoral Economics and Livestock Management
Research Methods in Dryland Economics and Agro-ecosystem Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-26 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Economics

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum GPA or grade requirements (varies by university)
Proficiency in English language (TOEFL or IELTS scores may be required for non-native English speakers)
Strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and mathematics
Any additional entrance exams or interviews as specified by the university

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Nairobi and/or in Kenya, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

324000 KES / year

≈ 324000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

324000 KES / year

≈ 324000 KES / year

Living costs

Nairobi

Kenya

49608 - 74988 KES / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Dryland Economics and Agro-Ecosystem Management.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About