Overview

University of Nairobi's Biosystems Engineering BS program prepares students for a rewarding career at the intersection of engineering and biology. By emphasizing sustainable agriculture, water resource management, and bioprocess engineering, this program provides students with a solid foundation to excel in designing and managing systems that support food production, environmental conservation, and renewable energy.

Key Features

Extensive coursework covering engineering fundamentals, biology, agricultural systems, and environmental science
Practical training in engineering design, modeling, simulation, and data analysis
Study of irrigation and drainage systems, soil and water conservation, and crop production technologies
Specialization options in areas like post-harvest processing, bioenergy, precision agriculture, and biosafety
Fieldwork, internships, and industry collaborations to gain hands-on experience in biosystems engineering

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Agricultural Machinery and Power Systems
Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
Soil and Water Conservation Engineering
Crop Production and Management
Food Processing and Engineering
Environmental Management
Bioprocess Engineering
Research Methods in Biosystems Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-28 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Industrial & Systems Engineering

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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 mathematical and analytical skills
Biology and physics background is preferred
Any additional entrance exams or interviews as specified by the university

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Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

396000 KES / year

≈ 396000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

396000 KES / year

≈ 396000 KES / year

Living costs

Nairobi

Kenya

49608 - 74988 KES / month

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Scholarships Information

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