Colleges and Universities Offering Diploma in Information Communication Technology in Kenya

Course Name: Diploma in Information Communication Technology(ICT)
Major Subject: ICT
Course Category: Diploma Courses

Institutions Offering Diploma in Information Communication Technology

Kenyaplex Institute of Technology, Mwala Apply Now
Course Duration: 2.5 Years.
Examination Body: KNEC.

Fees: Ksh 12,000 per term.

Minimum Course Entry Requirements: KCSE Minimum Mean Grade of C- and above.

For more information, contact 0725829194
Bridge College, Nairobi
(a) KNEC exams

Admission criteria
-Pass in Craft Certificate OR KCSE Grade C- (minus)

Course duration: 9 Terms

Course content
(i) Module I
-Communication Skills
-Operating Systems
-Binary Codes
-Computational Mathematics
-Project
-Introduction to Information Communication Technology and Ethics
-Computer Applications
-Structured Programming

(ii) Module II-Pass Module I OR Craft Certificate in Information Communication Technology

Course content
-Quantitative Methods
-Visual Programming
-Database Management Systems
-System analysis and Design
-Research Project
-Object oriented Programming

(iii) Module III-Pass in Module II

Course content
-Object oriented Programming
-Quantitative Methods
-Visual Programming
-Database Management Systems
-System analysis and Design
-Research Project

(b) KASNEB exams

Admission criteria
-KCSE Grade C- (minus) and above

The course has three levels

Course duration: 6 months per level

Course content
-Computer Mathematics
-Entrepreneurship and Communication
-Computer Applications Practice
-Introduction to Computing
-Computer Support and Maintenance
-Programming Concepts
-Computer Networking
-Internet Skills
-Information Systems Project Skills
-Computer Applications Practical II
-Principles of Web Development
-Foundations of Accounting
Machakos Institute of Technology, Machakos
COURSE MODULES:

MODULE 1

DICT 5201: Introduction to Computers and Principles of operating systems
DICT 5202: Computer Applications
DICT 5203: Communication skills
DICT 5204: Structured programming
DICT 5205: Computational mathematics
DICT 5206: Entrepreneurship
DICT 5207: Operating system

MODULE 2

DICT 5208: Systems Analysis and Design
DICT 5209: Object oriented Programming
DICT 5210: Computer application II
DICT 5211: Visual programming.
DICT 5213: Quantitative methods
DICT 5214: Database management system.
DICT 5214: Practicum

MODULE 3

DICT 5215: Management information systems
DICT 5216: Principles & Practice of Management
DICT 5217: Data Communication and networking
DICT 5218: Quantitative methods
DICT 5219: Internet based programming
DICT 5220: Research Project

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

-Minimum qualifications are KCSE C- or KCE Div. 2 or the equivalent
Kenya Institute of Social Work, Nairobi
Course entry requirements
-Minimum qualifications are KCSE C or KCE Division 2 or the equivalent

Course content
-Programming In C++
-Internet
-Web Design Using Dream Weaver
-Field Practicum
-TCP/IP Configuration
-Software Engineering
-Introduction To Web Design Using Html
-Intranet Technology
-Basic Mathematics
-Networking Essentials
-Statistics
-Computer Systems Project (Total Supervisory Unit)
-Social Research Methods
-System Analysis And Design
-Event Driven Programming Using Visual Basic 6.0
-Computer Applications
-Management Information Systems
-Principles Of Computer Support And Maintenance
-Entrepreneurship
-Introduction To Structured Programming In Computer
-English Language
-Communication Skills
-Introduction To Computers And Operating Systems

East Africa Institute of Certified Studies, Nairobi
Course Outline
Module I
-Introduction to Information communication technology and ethics
-Computer application I
-Communication skills
-Structured programming
-Computational mathematics
-Operating systems
-Entrepreneurship
-Life skills

Module II
-Research project
-Systems analysis and design
-Object oriented programming
-Visual programming
-Database management system
-Quantitative methods

Module III
-Data communication and networking
-Internet based programming
-Business plan
-Management information system
-Principles and practice of management

Requirements

Course Duration: 24 Months

Exam Body: KNEC

Grade: C- and Above
Tsavo Institute of Technology, Voi
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- at KCSE

Program duration: 2 years

Exam body: KNEC

Course content
-Research Project
-System Analysis And Design
-Object Oriented Programming
-Database Management System
-Computer Applications 11
-Visual Programming
-Data Communication And Networking
-Management Information Systems
-Principles And Practice Of Management
-Quantitative Techniques
-Internet Based Programming
-Business Plan
-Introduction To ICTAnd Ethics
-Computer Applications 1
-Communication Skills
-Structured Programming
-Computational Mathematics
-Operating System
-Entrepreneurship Education
Kimtech Training College, Kehancha
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE or credit pass in Certificate by KNEC Examination or any other relevant qualification.

Course duration: 3 modules

Course content
-MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
-INTERNET BASED PROGRAMMING
-DATA COMMUNICATION AND NETWORKING
-PROJECT
-VISUAL PROGRAMMING
-SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
-QUANTITATIVE METHODS
-OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING
-DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
-COMPUTER APPLICATION II
-INTRODUCTION TO ICT AND ETHICS
-COMPUTER APPLICATION I
-COMPUTATIONAL MATHEMATICS
-COMMUNICATION SKILLS
-STRUCTURED PROGRAMMING
-PROJECT-BUSINESS PLAN
-OPERATING SYSTEMS
Rift Valley Institute of Business Studies, Nakuru
Diploma in ICT Module I
Duration: 9 months
Examination Body: KNEC
Termly Fees: 12,300
Monthly Installment: 4,100
Entry Requirements: C-
Mode of Study: Full time, Part time, Distance, Online

Diploma in ICT Module II
Duration: 6 months
Examination Body: KNEC
Termly Fees: 12,300
Monthly Installment: 4,100
Entry Requirements: Pass in Module I
Mode of Study: Full time, Part time, Distance, Online

Diploma in ICT Module III
Duration: 6 months
Examination Body: KNEC
Termly Fees: 12,300
Monthly Installment: 4,100
Entry Requirements: Pass in Module II
Mode of Study: Full time, Part time, Distance, Online

The Management University of Africa (MUA), Nairobi
Admission requirements

(i) KCSE mean grade C- (Minus) or its equivalent; or,

(ii) MUA certificate in respective diploma programme or any related area; or,

(iii) A KNEC/KIM certificate in respective diploma programme or related areas or its equivalent; or,

(iv) A KNEC/KIM Diploma or its equivalent from a recognized institution of learning in a related area.

Course duration: Two years (6 semesters) inclusive of three months Industrial Attachment.

Fees: KES. 40,000 per semester inclusive of administration and examination fees.
College of Human Resource Management (CHRM), Nairobi
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE

Exam body: KNEC

Course duration: 18 months

Intake: January,June and September

Mode of study
-Saturday-8.30 am - 5.00 pm Every Saturday - whole day
-Online
-Combine-5.30 pm - 8.30 pm Mon/Wed/Fri Evenings and Saturday Mornings
-Evening-5.30 pm - 8.30 pm Evening Daily and class on Saturday
-Sunrise-6.30 am - 8.30 am Weekday Daily
-Full day-8.30 am - 4.30 pm Weekday Daily/Saturdays
Mitunguu Technical Training Institute, Meru
(a) Module I

Course entry requirements

-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Program duration: 3 terms

Intake: May and September

(b) Module II

Course entry requirements
-A pass in module II

Course duration: 2 terms

Intake: January and September

(c) Module III

Course entry requirements
-A pass in module III

Course duration: 2 terms

Intake: January and September

Exam body: KNEC
Kiriri Women's University of Science and Technology, Nairobi
Admission Requirements:

To be eligible for a diploma in ICT a candidate must have

-KCSE mean grade C- (C Minus);

-C- (C Minus) in Mathematics, English/Kiswahili;

-Students who have done a certificate course in a computer/telecommunications engineering related field will be considered for admission after review of their transcripts;

-‘A’ level leavers in any Science cluster subjects; mid-career practitioners;
NIE Technical College, Ruiru
COURSE DURATION
The Diploma Course has a duration of Three years including attachment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Trainees entering this course should have any of the
following minimum requirements:
(a) Completion and pass in a relevant Craft course.
(b) K.C.S.E with a mean grade C-(Minus), or
(c) KCE Division II
(b) Any other approved equivalent qualification.
Jeremiah Nyagah Technical Institute, Embu
(i) Module I

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE with C- in Maths, English or physical sciences or KNEC Craft certificate

Intake: January

(ii) Module II

Course entry requirements
-Pass in module I

Intake: May

(iii) Module III

Course entry requirements
-Pass in module II

Intake: May

Exam body: KNEC
Uwezo College, Machakos
Minimum Requirements:
KCSE C Minus with D in Mathematics & English

Exam Body:
K.N.E.C.

Course Content:
-Section 1
-Introduction to ICT and ethics
-Computer applications I (Theory and Practical)
-Structured Programming
-Communications Skills
-Operating System
-Computational Mathematics
-Entrepreneurship (Business Plan)
-Section 2
-Systems Analysis and Design
Matili Technical Training Institute., Kimilili
(a) Module I

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Intake: January/September

Exam series: November/July

Course duration: 3 terms

(b) Module II

Course entry requirements
-Pass in module II

Intake: January/May

Exam series: July/November

Course duration: 2 terms

Exam body: KNEC
PC Kinyanjui Technical Training Institute, Nairobi
(a) Module I

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Program duration: 6 months

(b) Module II

Course entry requirements
-Pass in Module I

Course duration: 6 months

(c) Module III

Course entry requirements
-Pass In Module II

Course duration: 6 months

Intake: January/May
Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology , Nakuru
(a) Module I

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Course duration: 3 terms

(b) Module II

Course entry requirements
-Pass in module I

Course duration: 2 terms

(c) Module III

Course entry requirements
-Pass in module II

Course duration: 2 terms

Exam body: KNEC
Nachu Technical and Vocational College, Kikuyu
(a) Module 1

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Course duration: 2 Terms

(b) Module II

Course entry requirements
-Pass in Module 1

Course duration: 2 terms

(c) Module III

Course entry requirements
-Pass in module II

Course duration: 2 terms

Exam body: KNEC
Institute of Advanced Technology, Nairobi
Course entry requirements
-Passed relevant Craft course in Information Communication Technology OR
-An aggregate grade of C- in K.C.S.E. OR
-Any other equivalent qualifications approved by the Kenya National Examination Council.

Program duration: Two Academic Years (18 Months) + Industrial Attachment (4 Months)

Exam body: KNEC
Nairobi Aviation College Nairobi Campus, Nairobi
Career Opportunities:

-Application support assistant
-Application support officer
-Data entry clerk
-Business administrator
-Assistant application specialist
-Social media/digital marketing assistant
-Web developer
-Software help desk assistant

Requirements: KCSE -D+

Examination Body:City & Guilds
Mathira Technical and Vocational College, Karatina
(i) Module I

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

(ii) Module II

Course entry requirements
-Pass in relevant Module I

(iii) Module III

Course entry requirements
-Pass in Module II

Course duration: 2 terms each module

Exam body: KNEC
Multimedia University of Kenya, Nairobi
Duration: 2 and a half years

Tuition fees: Ksh 45,000/- Per Semester

Minimum entry requirements:
-KCSE mean grade C with C in Mathematics, English and Physics/ Physical Sciences or
-Certificate in ICT from an institution approved by the University Senate
Gladpoint College of Business Studies, Nairobi
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- at KCSE

Course content
-Computer Programming
-Computerized Accounting
-Architectural Packages
-Computer Application Packages
-Data Analysis
-Web Design

Exam body
-(CICT)
-ICM
-KNEC
-ABMA
Kenya Water Institute (KEWI), Nairobi
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE or a division II in KCE. Those with C- or Credits in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Physical Science will have an added advantage.

Intake
-January
-May
-September

Course duration: 3 years
Viteec Training Institute, Kikuyu
Entry Grade: D+

Duration: 12 months

Exam Body: CITY & GUILDS

Entry Grade: C-

Duration: 18 months

Exam Body: KNEC

Entry Grade: D+

Duration: 12 months

Exam Body: CSK
Kisumu National Polytechnic, Kisumu
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE
-KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II

Intake
(i) January-Regular
(ii) September- Part Time

Exam body: KNEC

Course duration: 9 terms with Attachment
Karen Technical Training Institute for the Deaf, Nairobi
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE with D+ in Maths or a relevant craft.

Course duration: 3 years

Mode of study: Full time

Exam body: KNEC

Intake: September and January
Bondo Technical Training Institute., Bondo
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE with D+in Maths/Physics KNEC and Craft Certificate for Module 2

Exam body: KNEC

Intake: January /May/September

Course duration: 9 terms
Butere Technical Training Institute, Butere
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE

Program duration: 9 terms

Intake: January, May and September

Exam body: KNEC

Mode of study: Modular
Rift Valley Technical Training Institute, Eldoret
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE or a pass in Information Technology Certificate.

Exam body: KNEC

Intake: May/September

Course duration: 3 years, modular
Daystar University , Athi River
Course requirements: A KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) with a certificate course from a recognised institution or a mean grade of C (plain) or Principal Pass in 'A' levels, or 4 credits in GCE or their equivalent.
Eldoret National Polytechnic, Eldoret
Course requirements: K.C.S.E MG C- with at least C- in English,
and Mathematics,

Course duration: 9 Terms

Intake: JANUARY/SEPTEMBER

Examination body: KNEC
Nkabune Technical Training Institute, Meru
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE

Program duration: 2 terms

Exam body: KNEC

Intake: May/September

Mode of delivery: Modular
Bushiangala Technical Training Institute, Kakamega
Intake: January/May/September

Mode of study: Modular

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Exam body: KNEC

Course duration: 3 years
Jusnet Business Institute, Malindi
Minimum requirements: K.C.S.E C-(minus)

Duration: 2 1/2 years

Tution fees:
-Module 1 ksh25,000
-Module 2 ksh25,000
-Module 3 ksh25,000
-Exam fees ksh39,000
Ndia Technical and Vocational College, Sagana
Module I-III

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE or Pass in Module I, Pass in Module II

Exam body: KNEC

Program duration: 2 Terms each Module
Kapcherop Technical and Vocational College, Kapcherop
Admission criteria
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE or Pass in Craft in Information Technology

Intake: May and September

Exam body: KNEC

Program duration: 3 Modules
Bukura Agricultural College, Bukura
Course entry requirements
-KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus) or its equivalent with

OR

-Certificate in ICT from a recognized institution

Course duration: 2 1/2 years
Siaya Institute of Technology., Siaya
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Course duration: 3 years

Intake: January/September

Exam body: KNEC

Mode of study: Full time
Cascade Institute of Hospitality, Thika
Entry requirements : KCSE C- or Certificate in Information Communication Technology.

Duration : 3 years (10 terms)

Exam Body: KNEC

Tuition Fees : 15,000 per term
Mawego Technical Training Institute, Oyugis
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE

Course duration: 3 years

Exam body: KNEC

Intake: January

Mode of study: Modular
Sigalagala National Polytechnic, Kakamega
Module I-III

Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Exam body: KNEC

Intake: May/September

Course duration: 7 terms
Mukurwe-Ini Technical Training Institute., Mukurweini
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE

Program duration: 3 years

Intake: January/ May/ September

Exam body: KNEC
Kenya Institute of Business and Counselling Studies (KIBCo), Nairobi
Course entry requirements
-KCSE C-(minus) or Certificate level V

Program duration: 2 years

Mode of study: Full /Part-time

Exam body: CDACC
Riatirimba Technical and Vocational College, Kisii
Examination Body: KNEC

Duration: 3 years

Minimum Entry Requirements: Grade C-, pass in module 1 and 2

Intakes: January, May and September
Chuka Technical and Vocational College, Kathwana
Minimum Requirement: KCSE mean grade C- or pass in Craft certificate

Exam Body: Knec

Duration: 3 years

Modules I, II and III
Mathenge Technical Training Institute, Nyeri
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- in KCSE

Intake: January, May and September

Exam body: KNEC

Course duration: 3 modules
Rongo University, Rongo
Duration: 4 semesters

Tuition fees: 30,000/= per semester

Minimum entry requirements:
- K.C.S.E C- or relevant certificate
Ahmed Shahame Mwidani Technical Training Institute (ASMTTI), Mombasa
Course entry requirements
-A mean grade of C- and above in KCSE

Course duration: 3 years

Intake: January/September

Exam body: KNEC