B.Sc. (Analytical Chemistry with Management) is an exciting undergraduate course that deals with the application of chemistry knowledge and principles in the analysis of raw materials and products of chemical nature to inform decision making in research, manufacturing, etc. The programme includes a management component through carefully selected units from the school of Business, Economics & Tourism to enhance employability of the graduates. Students expect to learn chemical principles and relate to chemical analysis, and quality management and assurance. They also expect industry visits and apprenticeship/internship/attachment in industry for work environment experience and exposure for a period of not less than 14 weeks.
Objectives of the Programme
1). 聽 聽To provide training in foundational chemistry including inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, polymer science, biotechnology, green chemistry, that is relevant to industry including but not limited to the polymer industry, biochemical industry, pharmaceuticals industries, and petrochemical industries.
2). 聽 聽To bridge the gap between chemistry knowledge and its practical application to chemical analysis, method development and validation.
3). 聽 聽Have provide training in specialist analytical techniques and methodologies.
4). 聽 聽Provide hands-on experience the sampling techniques and sample preparation involving samples from a wide range of sources.
Rationale of the Programme
Analytical chemistry focuses on the identification and quantification of the chemical compounds that constitute raw materials and products of the chemical industry. It also involves the processing and communication of information about the composition and structure of matter. As the nature and matrices of products and raw materials for different manufacturing processes vary so do analytical protocols for identification and quantification. The course is designed to prepare chemical analysts that are adaptable to the changing demands due to the stringent environmental controls, materials and processes in industry.
Entry Requirements
a) 聽 聽KCSE mean grade of C+ (C-plus) or its equivalent, with at least C+ (C-plus) or equivalent in Chemistry, Mathematics and either Physics/Physical Science, Biology or Biological Sciences.
b) 聽 聽KCSE mean grade of C (C-plain) or equivalent and a Diploma of at least credit pass in a relevant field of study from a recognized institution.
Mode of delivery聽
i). Face to face lectures
ii). Blended modes of face-to-face and e-earning
iii). Industrial attachment
iv). Industry/field trips
v). Laboratory experiments
Programme duration
The programme last eight (8) semesters or four academic years of full-time study. In addition students are required to undertake industrial attachment for one semester.
Curriculum Highlights
Business Management courses are infused in the degree programme making it a unique one. Graduates who are recruited as management trees find these very relevant and useful. Research project provides personalized training in literature review skills, research skills, data collection, analysis and interpretation, presentation skills as well as collaboration.
Career opportunities
Most of our B.Sc. (Analytical Chemistry with management) graduates remain in chemistry as analytical chemists, quality controller, safety health and environment specialist, research Scientist, lab chemist, etc. Some go into the educational sector as chemistry teachers or higher degree students. Other destinations include research institutions, government and the civil service, and financial services.
Tuition and Fee Structure聽
Full Time Fees (click on the link for more information bachelors)聽Fee Structure Information
East Africans KSh. 244,800 p a
Non East Africans ksh.306,000 p.a
Why choose this programme at KU?
It is only at 吃瓜头条 where analytical chemistry is coupled with management. In addition, KU has extensive industry partnerships which support industrial chemistry training. At KU you are assured of industrial attachment with our diverse industry partners, where you get workplace experience in addition to training in industry processes. At KU, students are encouraged to undertake research projects under the guidance of our highly qualified faculty, supported by state-of-the-art research facilities.