Overview

University of Nairobi's Animal Nutrition and Feed Science MS program is designed to provide students with specialized training and expertise in animal nutrition and feed science. Through advanced coursework, laboratory practicals, research projects, and fieldwork, students deepen their understanding of animal dietary requirements, feed formulation techniques, feed quality evaluation, and efficient feeding strategies for different livestock species.

Key Features

Advanced coursework covering areas such as animal nutrition, feed science, feed technology, feed analysis, ruminant nutrition, non-ruminant nutrition, and sustainable feeding practices
Hands-on laboratory practicals to develop skills in feed analysis, feed formulation, feed processing techniques, and nutritional assessment
Research opportunities to investigate animal nutritional requirements, feed composition, feed additives, alternative feed sources, and feeding strategies for optimal animal production
Collaboration with livestock farms, feed industries, research institutions, and international organizations for practical exposure, research collaborations, and industry connections

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Nutritional Requirements of Livestock Species
Feed Evaluation and Feed Quality Assessment
Feed Formulation Techniques and Diet Optimization
Feed Additives and Nutraceuticals
Alternative Feed Sources and Sustainable Feeding Practices
Ruminant Nutrition and Ruminal Fermentation
Non-Ruminant Nutrition and Gut Health
Animal Feed Processing and Feed Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-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, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Nutrition & Dietetics

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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

Bachelor's degree in animal science, veterinary medicine, agriculture, or a related field
Minimum GPA or grade requirements (varies by university)
Letters of recommendation from academic or professional references
Statement of purpose outlining research interests and career goals in animal nutrition and feed science
Relevant coursework in animal nutrition, feed science, biochemistry, or related fields
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.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

384000 KES / year

≈ 384000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

384000 KES / year

≈ 384000 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

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Scholarships Information

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