This article highlights all courses offered at Bukura Agricultural College and their fee structure. Established in 1974, Bukura Agricultural College, formerly known as Bukura Institute, has a rich history of providing training mainly in the agriculture space. It is located along Sigalagala – Butere Road in Mumias, Kakamega County.
With the enactment of the Bukura Agricultural College Act, Cap.348 of 1999, the college transitioned into a state corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries at that time. Presently, it operates as a State Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation.
The college offers a wide range of certificate and diploma courses, which are overseen by both the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Agriculture. To facilitate comprehensive agricultural training, Bukura Agricultural College consists of various departments.
Courses Offered at Bukura Agricultural College
- Certificate in Agriculture & Community Development
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean grade D plain
Duration: 3 Semesters
Course Fee: 94,850
- Certificate in Horticulture
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean grade D plain
Duration: 3 Semesters
Course Fee: 94,850
- Certificate in Fashion Design (Level 5)
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean grade D +(Plus) OR Certificate in Fashion Design- Level 4 or equivalent by KNQA
Duration: 2 Semesters
Course Fee: 70,400
- Upgrading Certificate in Animal Health
Requirements: Certificate in Animal Husbandry/Production, Range Management, or Wildlife Health from Institutions approved by the Kenya Veterinary Board
Duration: 2 Semesters
Course Fee: 84,500
- Certificate in Animal Health and Production
Requirements: KSCE mean grade of C minus (C-) and a minimum of a C- in Biology or Biological Sciences or equivalent as determined by the KVB OR A minimum of a one-year certificate with a credit pass in Range Management/ Wildlife Health/ Dairy Management/ Animal Science/Animal Husbandry/Animal Production/Leather Technology/Agriculture or equivalent as determined by the KVB and from Institutions recognized by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
Duration: 4 Semesters
Course Fee: 123,100
- Certificate in Artificial Insemination
Requirements: Certificate/ Diploma in Animal Health and Production or equivalent, Degree/Diploma/Certificate in Animal Husbandry, Range Management, or Wildlife Health of not less than one year from Institutions approved by the Kenya Veterinary Board
Duration: 1 Month
Course Fee: 35,000
- Diploma in Agriculture and Biotechnology
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Animal Production and Health Management
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Agribusiness Management and Marketing
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Farm Business Management
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Agricultural Extension & Community Development
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Agriculture, Human Ecology & Consumer Science
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Agricultural, Irrigation & Drainage Engineering
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Horticulture
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
Requirements: K.C.S.E Mean Grade C- (Minus) or equivalent OR Credit in ICT Certificate and a minimum KCSE mean grade of D(plain) or equivalent qualification from an Institution recognized by Bukura Agricultural College
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 167,160
- Diploma in Agricultural Education and Extension
Requirements: KCSE Mean grade of C+(Plus), with a C+ (plus) in both Biology and Agriculture, C in English; C in Mathematics
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 160,000
- Diploma in Education (Home Science & Biology)
Requirements: KCSE Mean grade of C+(Plus), with a C+ (plus) in both Biology and Home Science, C in English; C in Mathematics
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 174,750
- Diploma in Animal Health and Production Management
Requirements: KCSE Mean grade of C(plain) with at least C plain in Biology or Biological sciences and C- (Minus) in Chemistry or Physical sciences and C- (Minus) either Mathematics or Physics or Agriculture OR KCE/EACE with Division II and at least a credit in Biology or Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Physical Sciences and a Credit in either Mathematics, Physics or Agriculture OR Certificate in Animal Health and Production or Certificate in Animal Health and Range management from institutions recognized by KVB OR Credits pass in at least a two-year Certificate in Agriculture/ Animal Production/Animal Husbandry/Range Management/Wildlife Health/Dairy Technology or equivalent from institutions recognized by KNQA OR Diploma in Biomedical discipline recognized by the KNQA OR Any other qualification equivalent to the above from an institution recognized by the Kenya Veterinary Board
Duration: 5 Semesters
Course Fee: 205,500
- Diploma in Food Production (Culinary Art) TVET – CDACC (Level 6)
Requirements: KCSE Mean grade C- OR Certificate in Food Production Services and Sales/ Hotel Catering and Accommodation (Level 5) or it’s equivalent by KNQA
Duration: 4 Semesters
Course Fee: 141,300
- Diploma in Technical Trainer Education
Requirements: Degree in Agriculture and related subjects or equivalent from KNQA-recognized institutions
Duration: 3 Semesters
Course Fee: 101,100
- Diploma in Technical Instructor Education
Requirements: Diploma/Higher Diploma in Agriculture and related subjects or equivalent from KNQA-recognized institutions
Duration: 3 Semesters
Course Fee: 101,100
How to Apply
Bukura Agricultural College now offers online application forms for learners interested in the institution. You can enroll continuously at the institution and secure a chance for professional studies in your field of interest. To apply, download, fill and submit the admission form from the school’s official website to be considered for admission.
Bukura Agricultural College Contacts
Phone Number: 0203505479, 0202349265
Email Address: principal@bukuracollege.ac.ke
