Overview

Immerse yourself in the world of land and water management with the Land and Water Management MS program at the University of Nairobi. Gain expertise in watershed management, soil conservation techniques, integrated land use planning, and water resource governance. Join UoN to become a skilled professional in land and water management and contribute to sustainable natural resource management.

Key Features

Comprehensive curriculum covering areas such as soil science, hydrology, land use planning, water resource management, and environmental impact assessment
Hands-on training in land surveying, soil conservation practices, water quality monitoring, and geospatial analysis
Integration of sustainable land and water management approaches, considering ecological, social, and economic factors
Application of modeling tools and GIS (Geographic Information System) for land and water resource planning and decision-making
Research opportunities to address current land and water management challenges and contribute to sustainable development practices

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Soil Science and Conservation
Hydrology and Watershed Management
Land Use Planning and Management
Water Resource Management
Environmental Impact Assessment
Geospatial Analysis in Land and Water Management
Integrated Land and Water Management
Research Methods in Land and Water Management
Dissertation or Research Project (depending on program requirements)

Key information

Duration

Full-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, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Nairobi, Kenya

Disciplines

Hydrology & Water Management

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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 environmental science, geography, agriculture, or a related field
Proficiency in English language (TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers)
Statement of purpose highlighting the interest in land and water management and research goals
Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees
Resume or curriculum vitae demonstrating relevant academic or professional experience in land and water management, natural resource management, 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

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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