Program Overview
The Agrometeorology at University of Nairobi is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Agrometeorology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Kenya and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 360 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 135 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Agrometeorology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Boundary Layer Meteorology
- Methods Of Measurement And Observations In Agrometeorology
- Atmospheric Radiation
- Soil Science And Agricultural Land Evaluation
- Crop Ecology And Physiology
- Animal Bioclimatology, Behavior And Welfare
- Fundamental Economics In Agrometeorology
- Statistical And Research Methods In Agrometeorology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The common regulations for the Masters Degree in all faculties shall apply.
- The following shall be eligible for admission:
2.1 Holders of Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree, of at least upper second, in any of the following science based disciplines: Meteorology, Agriculture, Agricultural engineering, Horticulture.
2.2 Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree, of lower second, in the disciplines mentioned in 2.1 with a working experience of at least two years in a relevant research/ operational institution.
2.3 Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree, of pass level, in the disciplines mentioned in 2.1 with a working experience of at least five years in a relevant research/ operational institution.
2.4 Holders of equivalent degrees from other Universities recognized by the University of Nairobi senate.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 360 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 135 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 360 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 135 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nairobi directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Nairobi
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
TheUniversity of Nairobi(uonbiorUoN;Swahili:Chuo Kikuu cha Nairobi)is acollegiateresearch universitybased inNairobiand is the largestuniversityinKenya.Although its history as aneducational...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
