PhD Horticulture
Egerton University
Important info
The increasing demand for horticultural products is placing significant pressure on the environment, the few horticultural scientists and the development of new technologies in production, handling, marketing and improvement. Therefore, institutions of higher learning are obligated to train personnel that will meet the challenges in the horticultural industry. The horticultural industry ranks among the four leading foreign exchange earning sectors in Kenya. It also contributes significantly to food security, employment and grower incomes. The industry is rapidly expanding but is faced with competition, inadequate advanced scientists, and changing environment in which it has to operate. To remain competitive and attain its vast potential, it requires personnel with the highest level of training to handle emerging issues such as the genetically modified organisms and pesticide minimum residue level restrictions.
The degree of doctor of philosophy in horticulture shall represent the attainment of a high level of scholarship and achievement in coursework and 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 realizing the full potential of horticulture in national development and promotion of living standards.
- 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 programme is to equip graduates with the highest level of both coursework and research training, which are essential for effective performance of advanced research, teaching and management in the lucrative horticultural industry. On completion of the training, graduates should be able to do the following in the best way possible:
i) Promote public awareness of the importance horticulture in the economy;
ii) Increase production and marketing of horticultural produce;
iii) Manage or establish horticultural enterprises;
iv) Integrate horticultural activities with other farm enterprises;
v) Carryout advanced scientific research on various facets of horticulture;
vi) Develop rural, urban, and institutional landscapes;
vii) Promote environmental conservation by effecting sound agricultural practices and policies;
viii) Handle emerging issues such as those in plant biotechnology and of pesticide residues;
ix) Pursue careers in horticulture and related disciplines.
Applicants should be holders of a Master of Science degree in Horticulture or equivalent academic qualifications of Egerton University or any other recognized institution of higher learning. Where a prospective applicant's credentials are not easily evaluated, the Department of CHS shall require the applicant to pass an entry examination, administered both in written and oral form.
There shall be two categories of registration:
i) Full-time students, who shall be required to complete their degree requirements within a minimum of three years and a maximum of five years;
ii) Part-time students, who shall be required to complete their degree requirements within a minimum of three years and a maximum of seven years.