Diploma in Agricultural Education and Extension
Kisii University
Important info
Agriculture plays a central role in supplying food and providing raw materials for industry.In developing countries, including Kenya, agriculture is a major foreign exchange earner and source of employment. The level of performance of the agriculture sector is dependent on the quality of training in agriculture.The Diploma programme in Agricultural Education and Extension is intended to prepare individuals who can assist the nation realize those aims set for agriculture.The programme has a broad range of courses in basic sciences, technical agriculture and communication.The graduates of the programme are prepared to assume positions in teaching, agricultural extension and rural development.
- Diploma
- On Campus
- Kisii
- Duration: 3 years
- Start Date: 1/10/2017
- Price on application
Where and when
| Start Date | Location |
|---|---|
1/10/2017 | P. O. Box 408-40200,Kabarnet Kisii,Kenya |
FAQ
The programme intends to produce graduates who will be able to:
teach agriculture, biology and related subjects in schools, teacher training colleges and agricultural training institutions;
develop, implement, monitor and evaluate agricultural projects and extension programmes;
design, conduct and evaluate training programmes for farmers, community based organizations and NGOs; and
pursue further education in agriculture, agricultural education and extension.
Kisii University rules and regulations for admission into Diploma programme shall apply.
Candidates must have passed K.C.S.E. or its equivalent with a minimum of C grades in the following subjects: English or Kiswahili
, Biology/Biological Science
, Chemistry/Physical Science
, Mathematics or Physics or Geography
OR
Holders of a certificate in agriculture or related fields from institutions recognized by Kisii University.The certificate must be at Credit level or above.