MCF@RUFORUM Scholarships 2018 Mastercard The aim of partnership is to transform African agricultural The scholarships target; academically deserving yet life skills support, entrepreneurship training and mentorship and exposure to community engagement. (RUFORUM; www.ruforum.org), a network of 66 For the academic year 2018, 45 Bachelor and 15 Master Africa. The scholarships are tenable at Egerton University scholarships are available of which 70% will be for in Kenya and University in . Bachelor and Master to meaningfully contribute to Africa’s growth and Under this partnership, 110 Bachelor and 110 Master Students enrolled under this program will receive scholarships, 60% and 50% will be awarded to female development’. scholarships will be provided over a period of eight years. comprehensive scholarships, leadership development,

Eligibility Criteria The following are the minimum requirements for admission to the programmes below at Egerton University. 1. S/No Code Program Minimum Requirement Minimum requirement for Diploma Holders

scholarship quota At least C+ in KCSE 2. 1 B.AGBM Bachelor of Agribusiness Management Added advantage if have C Grade pass in Economics, recognized the Egerton University Senate 4 years scholarship quota 3. Be from economically disadvantaged, At least C+ in KCSE Bachelor of Science in 2 B.AGED Physics or Geography, B- in Biological Sciences and Physical s A diploma with a pass must have at least two years work 4 years and Extension Sciences 4. Be less than 25 years for Bachelor and less than 30 years for Master studies at At least C+ in KCSE At least Biology B- or Biological Sciences B, Chemistry B- or 3 B. HORT Bachelor of Science in 5. Should have completed secondary school a recognized university or college 4 years and/or diploma for a Bachelor degree Added advantage if studied and passed Agriculture

Bachelor of Science At least C+ in KCSE Distinction, Credit or Equivalent in Range Management, Animal At least grade B- in Biology or Biological Sciences, B- in Geography, B- in Husbandry, Animal Health, Forestry, Wildlife and other related 6. The applicant should meet admission 4 B. ENSC in Environmental 4 years Science Chemistry or B in Physical Sciences, and C in Mathematics Added fields from an institution recognized by the Egerton University criteria to eligible programs in the advantage if at least grade C in Agriculture or Economics University of choice (Egerton University Senate or Gulu University). Bachelor of Science At least C+ in KCSE At least Credit in Food Technology or equivalent in areas related 7. For admission into Gulu University for a 5 B FOST in Food Science and At least B- in Physics, Chemistry and Biology or B in Physical 4 years Technology Science and Biological Science to Food Science and Technology

At least upper second class Bachelor degree in Agriculture or 6 M. AGRO Master of Science in - 2 years (HSC) or its equivalent with two principal Agronomy passes. For admission into Egerton University one must have completed the REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO PROGRAMS IN GULU UNIVERSITY (KSCE) or its equivalent with at least C+ grade. 8. Demonstrate interest in agriculture, Code Program Minimum Requirement agribusiness and entrepreneurship Bachelor of Science in Food and 9. BFA Agribusiness (Weekdays) 4 Years 10. Have commitment to working in the agricultural value chains Bachelor of Science in Agri- GSA 4 Years 11. Have a strong commitment to Management (Weekdays)

Bachelor of Science in Biosystems Eligible Programs for Scholarship GSB Engineering (Weekdays) 4 Years The following Bachelor and Master programs are eligible for scholarship in 2018 in the SEA (Agriculture) (Weekday) 3 Years B. Diploma Holders Applying For Admission To Undergraduate Programs Gulu University Bachelor of Science in Food and Second Class/Credit Diploma in Agriculture, Animal or Crop husbandry, Veterinary or other related disciplines obtained from a 1. Bachelor of Science in Agri- BFA Agribusiness (Weekdays) 4 Years

Management Bachelor of Science in Agri- GSA Second Class/Credit Diploma in Agriculture, Animal or Crop husbandry, Veterinary or other related disciplines obtained from a 4 Years 2. Bachelor of Science in Food and Management (Weekdays) Agribusiness Bachelor of Science in Biosystems Second Class/Credit Diploma in the following engineering disciplines: Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural 3. Bachelor of Science in Biosystems GSB Engineering (Weekdays) 4 Years Engineering Second Class/Credit Diploma or equivalent in Agriculture, Animal or Crop husbandry, Veterinary or other related disciplines 4. Master of Science in Agri-Enterprises SEA (Agriculture) (Weekday) 3 Years Development 5. C. Degree Holders Applying For Admission To Masters Programs (Agriculture) Master of Science in Agri-Enterprises 6. Master of Science in Food Security and MAE Development (Weekdays) 2 Years

Egerton University MFN Master of Science in Food Security and Second Class Bachelor degree in any of the following disciplines: Agriculture, Food Science and Technology, Biological Sciences, 2 Years 1. Bachelor of Agribusiness Management 2. Bachelor of Science in Agricultural

3. 3. Faculty of Agriculture and Environment, Gulu University Main campus 4. Gulu University website at www.gu.ac.ug 4. Bachelor of Science in Environmental APPLICATIONS PROCEDURE Science 5. Bachelor of Science in Food Science and also be downloaded from the following websites: RUFORUM ); Gulu University ( ) and Egerton University Technology egerton.ac.ke) 6. Master of Science in Agronomy

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RUFORUM Secretariat Gulu University Egerton University P.O. Box 536-20115, Egerton Njoro, Kenya. Email: [email protected] MCF@RUFORUM Unit Assoc. Prof. Duncan Ogeng Prof. Nancy W. Mungai Plot 151/155 Garden Hill, TAGDev Program Coordinator TAGDev Program Co-ordinator Gulu University Main Campus Faculty of Agriculture and Environment Egerton University Academic Registrar, Gulu University, Awich Road, Laroo Division, Gulu Municipality P.O. Box 16811, Wandegeya, Gulu University, Awich Road, Laroo Division, , Uganda Gulu Municipality P.O. Box 536-20115, Egerton Njoro, Kenya P.O.Box 166, Gulu, Uganda. Tel: +256-471-433573 Tel: Tel: +256 782673491 Tel: +254 711 68 9880 or +254 720 390 893 E-mail: [email protected] with copy to: [email protected] Direct +256-417-713-309 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]