Department of Food Science and Technology
Diploma Programs
Requirements
Duration
Diploma in Technology (Food Science and Technology)
KCSE Mean Grade C (Minus) with C (Minus) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics, and Chemistry
3 Years (Full-Time/Integrated Programme)
Degree Programs
Requirements
Duration
Bachelor of Technology (Food Science and Technology)
KCSE Mean Grade C (Plus) with C (Plain) in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Physics/Geography, English/Kiswahili
OR
KCSE Mean Grade C (Minus) and a Diploma in Technology in Food Technology or Equivalent
4 Years (Integrated Programme)
3 Years (Part time)
Career Prospects
The multidisciplinary nature of the programmes offered in the department prepares our graduates for employment opportunities in food and allied industries as technicians, technologists, supervisors, lecturers and researchers in educational and research institutions. Also, in sales and executive positions in food and food-related industries. They can also be agribusiness entrepreneurs. Food Science and Technology graduates can advance careers in health-related careers.