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When selecting courses through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS), many students assume that Biology is a mandatory subject for most degree and diploma programmes.
However, this is not the case.
Several marketable courses in Kenyan universities and TVET institutions do not require Biology, making them suitable for students who pursued other science, technical, or humanities subjects at KCSE.
These courses focus on skills in technology, business, social sciences, arts, and engineering-related fields.
Approved courses where Biology is not compulsory, grouped by category:
1. Business and Economics Courses
These courses emphasize mathematics, commerce, and analytical skills rather than biological sciences.
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Bachelor of Economics
- Bachelor of Economics and Statistics
- Bachelor of Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Entrepreneurship
- Diploma in Business Management
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management
2. Information Technology and Computer Science Courses
Biology is not required since these courses are based on mathematics, logic, and computing skills.
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Data Science
- Bachelor of Computer Technology
- Diploma in Information Technology
- Diploma in Computer Science
Also Read:KUCCPS Courses Where Biology Is Compulsory
3. Engineering and Built Environment Courses
Most engineering programmes require Mathematics and Physics, but not Biology.
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering
- Bachelor of Architecture
- Bachelor of Construction Management
- Bachelor of Quantity Surveying
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Diploma in Building Construction
4. Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities
These courses focus on languages, communication, society, and governance.
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Bachelor of Sociology
- Bachelor of Political Science
- Bachelor of International Relations
- Bachelor of Criminology and Security Studies
- Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication
- Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies
5. Education Courses (Non-Science Options)
Students who did not take Biology can still pursue education degrees in arts and technical subjects.
- Bachelor of Education (Arts)
- Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Development
- Bachelor of Education in Special Needs Education (Arts-based options)
- Diploma in Education (Arts)
6. Hospitality, Tourism, and Creative Arts
These programmes are skill-based and do not rely on biological sciences.
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Tourism Management
- Bachelor of Hotel and Restaurant Management
- Bachelor of Fashion Design
- Bachelor of Fine Art
- Diploma in Tourism Management
- Diploma in Hospitality and Catering
Also Read:KUCCPS Courses Where Chemistry Is Not Compulsory
7. Technical and TVET Courses
TVET institutions under KUCCPS offer practical programmes without Biology requirements.
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering
- Diploma in Mechanical Technology
- Diploma in Electrical Installation
- Diploma in Welding and Fabrication
- Diploma in Plumbing Technology
Before applying, students are advised to carefully review the cluster subject requirements and minimum entry grades for each course and institutions
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