Description of the Programme The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science degree programme is designed to provide a broad-based education for undergraduate students who wish to study environmental issues related to resource use, protection and enhancement of environmental quality. The programme will equip you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to identify solutions to environmental challenges and play an active role in protecting, managing and restoring our unique environments and natural resources. You will also learn the legal, political and social aspects of environmental management. You will participate in field trips and complete a final-year research project, which includes an environmental impact assessment or an environmental audit. Upon completion of the course, the graduates will be qualified to: Provide advisory capacity services on matters of environmental law and policy; Carry out environmental impact assessment and environmental audit; and Participate and provide leadership in the formulation of appropriate early warning systems of environmental change among other competencies. Minimum Entry Requirements through KUCCPS Minimum Subject Requirements Duration of the Programme 4 years equivalent to 8 semesters Institutions offering the programme Chuka University Egerton University Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Kabarak University Kisii University Laikipia University Mount Kenya University Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology Moi University Rongo University Similar/Related Programmes Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science, with IT) Maseno University Tom Mboya University College Bachelor of Environmental Science Kenyatta University Machakos University Pwani University Turkana University College Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Science) University of Eldoret Bachelor of Environmental Studies (Arts) University of Eldoret Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies Karatina University Maasai Mara University Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science and Resource Management) Meru University of Science and Technology Career Prospects Environmental Science graduates are positioned to enter the public and private sectors in the fields of environmental management and protection; environmental restoration and conservation; environmental planning and policy; coastal and marine management; landscape management; waste and pollution control; agriculture and forestry; geographic information systems; tourism and recreation; wildlife conservation; renewable energy; natural resource management; biodiversity conservation, land and water resource management; mine site rehabilitation; consultancy; environmental research; wildlife and reserve management, etc. Others find it rewarding to pursue further studies in environmental science and join universities and colleges in teaching and research. Major destinations for graduates include: National and county governments Wildlife protection agencies like KWS Natural resource management agencies like KFS and WRMA Environmental management and protection agencies like NEMA Weather forecasting agencies like Kenya Meteological Department Environmental consulting firms such as consultant in environmental environmental monitoring, impact assessment and management Private companies providing sustainability advice Environmental NGOs Environmental research organizations Mining industries International agencies Wildlife conservancies Universities and colleges Further Study Options Masters Degree Programmes M.Sc. in Environmental Science/Environmental Studies M.Sc. in Environmental Monitoring M.Sc. in Environmental Management & Legislation M.Sc. in Landscape Planning and Conservation M.Sc. in Environmental Information Systems M.Sc. in Environmental Planning and Management M.Sc. in Integrated Soil Fertility Management M.Sc. in Environmental Governance and Management Master of Environmental Studies (Agroforestry and Rural Development) Masters in Environmental Science and Water Management Masters in Environmental Studies (Climate Change and Sustainability) Master of Environmental Studies (Climate Change & Sustainability) Master of Arts in Environmental Policy Master of Arts in Environmental Law M.Sc. in Land and Water Management Doctor of Philosophy Ph.D degrees are offered in the above disciplines
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