Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering
Egerton University
Important info
Training in the Department of Agricultural Engineering is in three major levels starting with Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering at the lowest. The masters‟ level of training is the intermediate level and the Doctor of Philosophy Degree is the highest level of training. The Doctor of Philosophy degree level of training aims at equipping postgraduates with the highest skills and knowledge in disciplines of agricultural engineering.
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy in various disciplines of Agricultural Engineering shall represent the attainment of a high level of scholarship and achievement in independent research. It is conceptualized and designed to produce personnel with the highest level of training, who are expected to contribute towards the goal of realising the full potential of professionals in Agricultural Engineering.
- Phd
- On Campus
- Nakuru
- Duration: 3 years
- Start Date: Flexible
- Price on application
Where and when
| Start Date | Location |
|---|---|
Flexible | P.O Box 536,Nakuru Kenya |
FAQ
The general objective of this program is to equip graduates with the highest level of research training, which is essential for effective performance of advanced research, teaching and management in agricultural industry. On completion of training, graduates should be able to do the following in best way possible:
i) Promote awareness of the importance of agricultural engineering disciplines in the economy
ii) Manage or establish agricultural engineering enterprises.
iii) Integrate agricultural engineering activities within the farming enterprises
iv) Carry out advanced scientific research on the various disciplines of agricultural engineering
v) Promote environmental conservation by effecting sound practices and policies.
vi) Pursue careers in agricultural engineering and related disciplines.
The applicants should be holders of a Master of Science in Agricultural Engineering or disciplines of Agricultural Engineering of Egerton University or from any other institution recognized by Egerton University senate. Where prospective applicants‟ credentials are not easily evaluated, the Department of Agricultural Engineering shall require the applicant to take and pass an entry examination written, oral or both. The applicant shall be required to submit to the Department of Agricultural Engineering a Research Proposal for review with the application.
There shall be two categories of registration:
i) Full-time students: These students shall be required to complete their degree requirement within a minimum of three years and a maximum of five years.
ii) Part-time students: These students shall be required to complete their degree requirements within a minimum of three years and a maximum of seven years.
An applicant shall be admitted to doctoral candidacy in Agricultural Engineering fields after satisfying all Egerton University general requirements, including passing the research proposal defence.