As its name suggests, the Bukura Agriculture College (BAC) is one of the leading agricultural colleges and perhaps the oldest college in this niche to be founded in Kenya. The college was established in 1974 in Sigalagala Butere, a part of Kenya. In 1992, BAC achieved a significant milestone: the year it became an official state corporation under the Act, Cap.348 of 1999. Also, the same year, the college started admitting students who wanted to pursue diploma courses in agriculture in addition to the previous certificate courses.
Today, BAC offers many courses, from certificates and diplomas to short courses. If you are looking to Join BAC in 2025, then you need to know the courses on offer. In this guide, we will walk you through all that you need to know. So make sure to read to the end.
Bukura Agricultural College Courses and Fees
The Bukura College offers several courses that take several semesters to complete. Most certificate courses will require 2 to 4 semesters, diploma courses take only 5 to 6 semesters to complete, and short courses take at most 3 months.
So, which courses are offered at Bukura College? Below, we have listed all the courses offered in 2025 and their tuition fees in Kenyan shillings.
- Certificate in Agriculture & Community Development – 100,150
- Certificate in Horticulture – 100,150
- Certificate in Fashion Design (Level 5) – 71,000
- Upgrading Certificate in Animal Health – 85,000
- Certificate in Animal Health and Production – 123,100
- Certificate in Artificial Insemination – 35,000
- Diploma in Agriculture and Biotechnology – 163,500
- Diploma in Animal Production and Health Management – 163,500
- Diploma in Agribusiness Management and Marketing – 163,500
- Diploma in Farm Business Management – 163,500
- Diploma in Agricultural Extension & Community Development – 163,500
- Diploma in Agriculture and Human Ecology Extension – 163,500
- Diploma in Agricultural Irrigation & Drainage Engineering – 163,500
- Diploma in Horticulture – 163,500
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology – 167,260
- Diploma in Secondary Teacher Education – 204,750
- Diploma in Education (Home Science & Biology) – 204,750
- Diploma in Animal Health and Production Management – 206,000
- Diploma in Food and Beverage Production – 163,500
- Diploma in Technical Trainer Education – 102,400
- Diploma in Technical Instructor Education – 102,400
- Diploma in Fashion Design Technology – 163,500
- Mushroom Production – 7,000 (for other clients), 3,000 (for BAC students)
- Computer Application Skills – 4,000 (for other clients), 3,000 (for BAC students)
- Agriculture Information Management Systems (AIMS) – 3,000
- Geographical Information Systems – 3,500
- Computer User Support, Repair and Maintenance – 8,000
- Data Analysis (SPSS) – 3,000
- Garment Making – 5,000
- Confectionery and Baking – 5,000
- Yoghurt Making – 15,000
- Cheesemaking – 15,000
- Butter Making – 15,000
What are the qualifications for Bukura courses?
The admission process to Bukura College is only based on merit, meaning that only applicants who have met the eligibility criteria will be admitted. The eligibility criteria vary from one course to another, and we strongly advise t0o check all the courses listed on the Programmes tab on the portal. Below are some general application criteria applicable to all courses on offer:
- You should have sat for the KCSE exams and scored the following Mean grades
- D plain for certificate courses
- C- Minus for Diploma courses
- Short courses can require you to have a KCPE or KCSE certificate
- If upgrading a relevant certificate or diploma in the related field is needed
- All applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of Ksh 500( Applicable to only SSP students).
Bukura College Admissions Portal: How To Apply
BAC is a public university that also accepts admissions from privately sponsored students and KUCCP students. Below are the various ways to Join the college.
Government-sponsored student
If you fall in this category, you are directly placed at Bukura College by applying using the KUCCPS Portal. But then, if you are placed in this highly esteemed college, you must ensure that you have your Bukura College admissions letter before you officially visit the school on the day of admission.
To get your KUCCPS admission letter, follow the process below:
- Visit BAC’s official advertising portal website at http://admissions.bukuracollege.ac.ke/
- On the website homepage, Click ” Create account” and follow the process to activate your account. Check your email for further instructions
- Next, return to the portal homepage and click on the “Admission letter” tab. You will be redirected to a new tab. Here, Proceed to enter your KCSE index number in the format 2950000000/2021, answer the Security stamp field, and Proceed to log in to get your letter of offer
Self-sponsored student (SSP)
A self-sponsored student is an applicant who applies to join the college directly by applying through the college website for consideration. While doing so, it is essential to note that you have to meet the various course requirements. At the same time, make sure that you have the following documents scanned and ready for uploading: A passport photo, National ID ( if you are above 18 years), Birth certificate ( for those below 18 years), Passport ( For non-Kenyans and your relevant academic certificates.
The process for making your application is as follows.
- Visit the BAC administration portal using the link we provided earlier and proceed with the registration process; otherwise, log into your account.
- Proceed and click on the “Self Sposered” Application link. Alternatively, you can directly use http://admissions.bukuracollege.ac.ke/ssp/login-register
- Proceed and fill on the information as they are required and also upload all the documents. Ensure all the information you feel matches those on those uploaded documents.
- When done, proceed to submit your application. Immediately, you will receive an email confirming you have submitted successfully, along with the application ID so that you can follow up on the status of your application.
If you are accepted to the college, ensure you get and download your admissions letter by following the process we discussed earlier. However, for SSP, use the link https://admissions.bukuracollege.ac.ke/ssp/admission-letter
Bukra College Contacts
For immediate assistance:
- Address: Sigalagala, Butere Rd, Bukura
- Phone: +254 020 350 5479
- Email: principal@bukuracollege.ac.ke
- Website: https://bukuracollege.ac.ke/
Conclusion
In conclusion, Bukura Agricultural College offers a comprehensive range of agricultural courses, ensuring everyone is represented regarding career choice. In this blog post, we have taken you through all the Courses available at BAC and their fee structure. Now, it is up to you to choose your course and apply for it either as a self-paced or government-sponsored student. If you have any questions requiring our assistance, we encourage you to ask them in the comments section below.
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