In 2027 you don’t just do a degree course,go for a marketable course. We are going to list the most marketable courses offered in Kenya which you can do either full time or part time.
Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery
Jobs are plenty when you pursue the course. You can also start your own pharmacy or clinic. A medical doctor earns Ksh150,000 to Ksh800,000 in Kenya. The course takes 6 years to complete.
Highest paying hospitals include:
Aga Khan
The Mater Hospital
The Nairobi Hospital
MP shah Hospital
For those joining as self sponsored, the fee for those 6 years will range between Ksh 3m and Ksh4m.
Bachelor of Law
Bachelor of Law is excellent for self sponsored students. It takes 4 years to complete undergraduate then enrol for Diploma in Law which takes one year. With a Law degree, you will not miss something to do in Kenya. The best route to take is have your own law firm.
Bachelor of Pharmacy
You should also consider pursuing Bachelor of Pharmacy. You will secure employment in pharmaceutical companies, hospitals and government institutions. In case you don’t get employment, start your own pharmaceutical company.
Bachelor of Nursing
It’s also a marketable course. Nurses with a degree qualification earns from Ksh90,000. Many of them make over Ksh200,000 per month.
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Dental Surgery is the best degree course in Kenya; it also has the highest cut off points. If you don’t score A plain in KCSE,it’s hard to be admitted for this course as a government sponsored student. You will get a job immediately after graduating from university. You will also open your own dental clinic and make at least Ksh600k per month.
Bachelor of Architecture
Another excellent course for self employment. The real estate industry is booming and people always need house designs. As an architect, you will be making more than Ksh500,000 monthly by selling house designs.
Interior Design
This is a good course especially for people who aren’t good in mathematics. Learn Interior design and also go for Landscaping course. You will make alot of money in Kenya.
Bachelor of Structural Engineering
Structural Engineering is also a good course. You will be required to design structures especially for storey buildings, bridges and roads. You don’t have to be employed, start your own firm and make money.
Bachelor of Construction Technology
Construction Technology will help you start your own construction company and also manage constructions. It’s a profession that will easily make you rich.
Bachelor of Computer Science
An excellent course for people who want to venture in AI, coding and app developments. It’s a course you should pursue if you are good in mathematics. We are living in AI era which needs computer Science graduates.
Bachelor of Computer Engineering
Just like Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Computer Engineering is equally marketable. Kenyatta University and JKUAT are among universities offering the course.
Bachelor of Information Technology & Bachelor of Software Engineering
Also, excellent courses to pursue especially if you are good in coding.
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
A good course for people who want to repair cars, motorcycles and bicycles. The best advise is to avoid getting employed and build your own garage. Also sell spare parts and run online site for selling cars. Also crate online platforms to provide knowledge in the motor industry.
Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
You can get employed by Kenya Power. KenGen, KETRACO or many government institutions that offer jobs related to the course. You can also do electrical installations for homes and also solar installations.
Bachelor of Film Production and Animation
The best course for those who want to go into the film industry. Employ yourself, create content on YouTube and Facebook to make money. The skills are important on how to do film production and animations. You can also build film production company to create films and sell to companies like Multichoice.
Bachelor of Quantity Surveying
Start your own company and do surveying for companies and individuals. It’s among the top careers for high income Kenyans.
Bachelor of Clinical Medicine
A good course for people who want to work in medical laboratories and clinics. It’s an excellent course to do in Kenya.
Bachelor of Marine Engineering
A good course for those who are willing to work at KPA or Kenya Maritime Authority or Kenya Ferry Services. Also,many shipping companies employ these graduates.
