Overview
The course in plant pathology aims at training and equipping technical personnel in all matters pertaining to plant disease and their management. Issues on crop protection play a key role in agriculture and in the horticultural industry which is now the fastest growing industry in Kenya.
In-depth studies on the causes of plant diseases, factors that influence plant epidemics and effective management of the diseases will be taught. Training on pesticide efficacy and effects on the environment in relation to risks and proper usage of the chemicals will be given. Host-pathogen relationships, plant disease resistance and biotechnology aspects including biosafety aspects on transgenics and living modified organisms (LMO) will be addressed. The candidate will be taught research methodologies and will be equipped with the necessary tools, for undertaking research. The training will produce competent personnel capable of handling all issues relating to plant diseases and their management and capable of making enlightened decisions in the relevant field.
Objectives of the program are to:
a) Train qualified personnel in the field of plant pathology who will be competent in identifying and managing plant diseases using environmentally safe procedures.
b) Equip the candidates with the necessary tools to undertake research in all fields of plant pathology.
c) Develop competence in pesticide safe handling, usage, disposal, monitoring and evaluation in the environment.
d) Guide the candidates in carrying out a research project aimed at solving identified problems in plant pathology.
e) Train the candidates on how to communicate and present their findings in the form of seminars and publications.
Structure
The degree program shall consist of coursework, examinations and project.
(b) The course shall cover a minimum of 4 semesters and a maximum of 15 semesters and each semester will be 15 weeks.
(c) Each candidate will be required to take and pass in all the 9 compulsory courses.
(d) A student shall be required to take a minimum of two courses in one semester and a maximum of four.
(e) On successful completion of coursework, each candidate will be required to undertake a research project leading to an examinable project paper. The choice of the project shall be made in consultation with the department and the academic supervisor.
(d) Each course unit shall have a minimum of 45 lecture hours and 15 practicals and shall be covered in one semester.
(g) The project will start at the second semester of study.
Admission Requirements
BSc in Plant Pathology and other related undergraduate degrees
Careers
Plant Pathology expert
Fees and Funding
| TOTAL UNITS - 12UNITS | Year 1 | Year 2 | |||
| Semester - 1 | Semester - 2 | Semester - 3 | Semester - 4 | Totals | |
| TUITION | 192,000.00 | 192,000.00 | 192,000.00 | 192,000.00 | 768,000.00 |
| EXAMINATION (PER UNIT @1000) | 3,000.00 | 3,000.00 | 3,000.00 | 3,000.00 | 12,000.00 |
| ICT SERVICES - (PER YEAR) | 7,000.00 | - | 7,000.00 | - | 14,000.00 |
| THESIS EXAMINATION | - | - | - | 30,000.00 | 30,000.00 |
| REGISTRATION (PER SEMESTER@2250) | 2,250.00 | 2,250.00 | 2,250.00 | 2,250.00 | 9,000.00 |
| ID CARD ( PER YEAR) | 1,000.00 | - | 1,000.00 | - | 2,000.00 |
| CAUTION - (ONCE) | 5,000.00 | - | - | - | 5,000.00 |
| MEDICAL FEE (PER YEAR) | 6,500.00 | - | 6,500.00 | - | 13,000.00 |
| LIBRARY (PER YEAR) | 5,000.00 | - | 5,000.00 | - | 10,000.00 |
| ACTIVITY-( PER YEAR) | 2,000.00 | - | 2,000.00 | - | 4,000.00 |
| STUDENT ORGANISATION(PER YEAR) | 1,000.00 | - | 1,000.00 | - | |
| Grand Totals | 224,750.00 | 197,250.00 | 219,750.00 | 227,250.00 | 867,000.00 |
Exam Regulations
(a) The degree program shall consist of coursework, examinations and project.
(b) The course shall cover a minimum of 4 semesters and a maximum of 15 semesters and each semester will be 15 weeks.
(c) Each candidate will be required to take and pass in all the 9 compulsory courses.
(d) A student shall be required to take a minimum of two courses in one semester and a maximum of four.
(e) On successful completion of coursework, each candidate will be required to undertake a research project leading to an examinable project paper. The choice of the project shall be made in consultation with the department and the academic supervisor.
(d) Each course unit shall have a minimum of 45 lecture hours and 15 practicals and shall be covered in one semester.
(g) The project will start at the second semester of study.
