Master of Science in Food Science and Nutrition at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology (JKUAT)

• Food Science and Technology
• Nutrition and Dietetics

To be qualified for admission into this program, the prospective candidate must have the following minimum qualifications:

1. The common regulations for the Master of Science degree in the university shall apply

2. The general regulations for the Master of Science degree in the Faculty of Agriculture shall apply

3. Candidates for the Master of Science degree in Food Science and Nutrition must have, at least, Second Class Honors (Upper Division) degree in Food Science and Postharvest Technology, Food Science and Technology or Food Science and Nutrition or its equivalent from a university recognized by the University Senate.

   • Candidates for the Master of Science degree in Food Science and Nutrition, who have, at least, a Second Class Honors (Upper Division) degree, or its equivalent in Agricultural Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry and Microbiology from a university recognized by the University Senate, shall also be considered for admission.

   • A holder of a Second Class Honors (Lower Division) degree in Food Science and related field of study, shall be considered provided that the candidate can produce evidence of ability to conduct research from an institution recognized by the University Senate.

Interested candidates should additionally visit the university website or contact the admissions office for further information on both the university and departmental entry requirements for this course