Overview

Immerse yourself in the world of crop protection and plant health with the Crop Protection MS program at the University of Nairobi. Gain expertise in pest and disease management, integrated pest management strategies, and the application of sustainable agricultural practices. Join UoN to become a skilled crop protection professional and make a positive impact on global agriculture.

Key Features

Comprehensive curriculum covering areas such as plant pathology, entomology, weed science, pesticide science, and plant disease management
Hands-on training in pest and disease identification, field sampling, and laboratory techniques
Integration of sustainable and eco-friendly approaches to crop protection
Application of integrated pest management strategies for efficient and environmentally friendly pest control
Research opportunities to address emerging challenges in crop protection and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Plant Pathology
Insect Pest Management
Weed Biology and Management
Pesticide Chemistry and Application
Plant Disease Diagnosis and Management
Integrated Pest Management
Crop Protection Technologies
Research Methods in Crop Protection
Dissertation or Research Project (depending on program requirements)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Horticulture and Crop Science View 5 other Masters in Horticulture and Crop Science in Kenya

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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 agriculture, plant science, crop protection, or a related field
Proficiency in English language (TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers)
Statement of purpose highlighting the interest in crop protection and research goals
Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees
Resume or curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant academic or professional experience in crop protection, agriculture, or related fields

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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

260000 KES / year

≈ 260000 KES / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

260000 KES / year

≈ 260000 KES / year

Additional Details

Year 2: 160,000

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

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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