Colleges and Universities Offering Diploma in Information Technology(Information Technology) in Kenya

Course Name: Diploma in Information Technology(Information Technology)
Major Subject: Information Technology
Course Category: Diploma
Average Study Duration: 2 Years

Colleges Offering Diploma in Information Technology(Information Technology)

Academy Computing college, Nairobi
International School of Medicine and Applied Technology, Kisumu

Alphax College, Eldoret
Nyeri National Polytechnic, Nyeri
Kobujoi Institute of Development Studies, Eldoret

Kiirua Technical Training Institute, Meru
Maasai Teachers College, Nairobi
Star College of Management Studies, Nairobi
Kenya Institute of Management KIM, Nairobi

Tracom College, Nakuru
Ollessos Technical Training Institute, Lessos
Kenya Coast National Polytechnic, Mombasa
Consolata Institute of Communications and Technology, Nyeri
Dawn to Dusk College, Eldoret
Kenya College of Science & Technology, Nairobi
Nkabune Technical Training Institute, Meru

Compuera College, Nairobi
Pinnacle College of Professional Studies, Nyeri
Hezz Training Institute, Eldoret
Graffins College Westlands Campus, Westlands
Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology, Kiambu
Ramogi Institute of Advanced Technology, Kisumu
Nairobi Aviation College, Nairobi
Thika College of Banking and Accountancy Thika Campus, Thika
Kaimosi College of Research & Technology, Tiriki
Basharahil School of Computer, Mombasa
Eldoret Aviation Training Institute, Eldoret
Loreto College, Msongari, Nairobi
Kenya Institute of Media and Technology, Nairobi
Institute of Information Technology Studies & Research, Nairobi

Universities Offering Diploma in Information Technology(Information Technology)

Great Lakes University of Kisumu, Kisumu
Course requirements
- Applicants are required
to be in possession of
any one of the qualifications
below:
(a)A minimum of C in KCSE
with C in both English and
maths.

(b)Division II in KCE
with credit passes in
maths and English.

In addition,applicants must
have a certificate in Information
Technology from Great Lakes University
or any other reputable institution or
university.

Application fee
-Kshs.1,000

Registration fee
-Kshs.2,000

Tuition fee
-Kshs.30,000 per semester

Total tuition fee
-Kshs.120,000

Mode of study
- Part time

Course duration
- Four semesters

Course Outline:

1. Stage 1
DIT 011 Introduction to Computers
GCC 014 Communication Skills
DIT 013 Computer Applications
DIT 012 Introduction to Operating Systems
DIT 014 Introduction to Databases
DIT 015 Contemporary Issues in I.T

2. Stage 2
DIT 021 Introduction to Procedural Programming
DIT 022 Fundamentals of Networking
DIT 025 Internet Fundamentals
DIT 026 Entrepreneurship
DIT 023 Desktop Publishing
DIT 024 Principles of Computer Support and Maintenance

3. Stage 3
DIT 031 Management Information Systems
DIT 033 Introduction to Object Oriented Programming
DIT 034 Data Processing
DIT 035 Data Communication
DIT 032 Computer Security
DIT 036 Entrepreneurship

4. Stage 4

Areas of Specialization:

1. Office Support and Database Management Systems

DIT 041 Advanced Word Processing
DIT 045 Object Oriented DBMS
DIT 046 Distributed Databases
DIT 042 Advanced Spread Sheets
DIT 043 Quick Books
DIT 044 Advanced Database Systems – Relational DBMS

2. Programming and Software Development

DIT 051 Software Development Process
DIT 052 Advanced Event-Driven Programming using VB
DIT 053 Internet Programming
DIT 054 Exploring Open source solutions
DIT 055 Programming in C++
DIT 056 Programming in JAVA

3. Computer and Network Support and Maintenance

DIT 061 Computer Troubleshooting, Repair & Maintenance
DIT 062 Network Design and Development
DIT 065 Network cables, equipment and Configuration
DIT 066 Distributed Systems
DIT 063 Network Operating Systems
DIT 064 Network Security

5. Stage 5
DIT 070 Industrial Attachment
Kenyatta University, Nairobi
Minimum Course Entry Requirements

- Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with C (Plain) in Mathematics and English.
OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with certificate in related field from a recognized institution.

Tuition Fees:
- East Africans Kshs. 52,000/- p.a.
- Non-East Africans Kshs. 65,000/- p.a.
- Statutory fees Kshs. 19,900/- p.a.

Course Outline/Structure
1. First Year

First Semester:
SIT 021 Introduction To Information Technology
SIT 026 Introduction To Programming(C Programming)
SIT 027 Introduction To Information Systems
SIT 023 Computers And Society
SIT 025 Introduction To Computer Hardware

Second Semester:
Visual Programming
SIT 028 Introduction To Logic
SIT 032 Introduction To Databases
SIT 029 Introduction To System Analysis
SIT 030 Introduction To Internet Technology

2. Second Year
First Semester:
SIT 034 Introduction To Digital Electronics
SIT 037 Object Oriented Programming
SIT 038 Information Systems Management
SIT 035 Networking
SIT 036 ICT Project Management

Second Semester:
SIT 022 Introduction To Operating System
SIT 031 Introduction To Statistics
SIT 033 Project (1 Unit)
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Juja
Course requirements
- Applicants are required be
be holders of any one of the
qualifications below:
(a)A minimum of C in KCSE
with C- in both English and maths
or at least credit passes in English
and maths with division II in KCE.

(b)Minimum grade of C- in maths and English plus a IT certificate with a credit pass.

(c)A KACE certificate with a subsidiary pass
in maths.

Course duration
- Two years

Modes of Study:
• Distance learning: Online tuition, two (2) online CATs, one (1) sit-in CAT towards the end of semester, and one end of semester examinations.
• Continuing Education: two (2) CATs, sit-in end of semester examinations.

Intakes:
January, May and September.

Fee:

• Distance Learning fee for a minimum of 3 Modules per semester: Kshs 19,750/-
• Continuing Education fee for the First semester: 46,198/-

Africa Nazarene University, Nairobi
Minimum Admission Requirements:
Minimum KCSE grade of C- (Minus), C plain in Maths
Or
3 credits in IGCSE or its equivalent.
Or
Minimum GPA of 2.3 from ANU Certificate

Course Study Duration: 4 Trimesters

Intakes: January, May, September

Course Outline/Units/Topics:

Concepts of computer Applications
Computers Fundamentals
Mathematics for Science
Professional Writing (TBA)
Computer Graphics
Computer Security
Advanced Networking
Mobile Application development
Web based applications
Introductions to Programming
Hardware and software practicum
Database systems
Data structures and algorithms
System Analysis and Design
Entrepreneurship
Data Communications & Networks
Christian Ethics
Computer Project
Object Oriented Programming
Internship
Gretsa University School of Science and Technology, Thika
A diploma in IT gives
graduates a chance to advance
their careers in IT further
especially those who did
score the minimum entry requirements
for degree courses.

Entry requirements
- Interested students
must score either of the
qualifications below:
(i)A minimum of C in KCSE
with C- in maths and English/kiswahili
(ii)KCE division II
(iii)KACE with at least one principal pass
(iv) A relevant certificate from a recognized
institution.

Program duration
- The course takes three trimesters plus internship

Tuition fees
- Sh.25,000 per trimester
Mt. Kenya University Kitale Centre, Kitale
Entry Requirements:-
- KCSE or equivalent certificate with a minimum of C and grade C- (minus) in both mathematics and English or similar grades in an equivalent examination approved by the University Senate.
or
- Certificate in relevant disciplines in the field of information technology from an institution recognized by the university senate.
Exceptions and credit transfers:-
A maximum of 15 credit transfers for diploma holders of I.T. and related certificates and diplomas recognised by the Mount Kenya University senate for individual subjects where students have attained a credit and above

JKUAT Kisii Centre, Kisii
Minimum requirements
(a) A minimum of C at KCSE with C- in English and Mathematics OR

(b) Division II in KCE with credit passes in mathematics and English OR

(c) A credit pass in JKUAT IT certificate OR

(d) A KACE certificate with a subsidiary passes in mathematics.

Some of the areas covered are:
(i) Software Engineering.

(ii) Desktop Publishing.

(iii) Network essentials.

(iv) Systems Analysis and Design.

(v) Computer Operating Systems.

Course duration
Two years plus three years industrial attachment.
JKUAT Kitale CBD Centre, Kitale
Minimum requirements
(a) A minimum of C at KCSE with C- in English and Mathematics OR

(b) Division II in KCE with credit passes in mathematics and English OR

(c) A credit pass in JKUAT IT certificate OR

(d) A KACE certificate with a subsidiary passes in mathematics.

Some of the areas covered are:
(i) Software Engineering.

(ii) Desktop Publishing.

(iii) Network essentials.

(iv) Systems Analysis and Design.

(v) Computer Operating Systems.

Course duration
Two years plus three years industrial attachment.
JKUAT Westlands Campus, Westlands
Minimum requirements
(a) A minimum of C at KCSE with C- in English and Mathematics OR

(b) Division II in KCE with credit passes in mathematics and English OR

(c) A credit pass in JKUAT IT certificate OR

(d) A KACE certificate with a subsidiary passes in mathematics.

Some of the areas covered are:
(i) Software Engineering.

(ii) Desktop Publishing.

(iii) Network essentials.

(iv) Systems Analysis and Design.

(v) Computer Operating Systems.

Course duration
Two years plus three years industrial attachment.
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Karen Campus, Karen
This program prepares students in ICT.Students
learn several interrelationships between hardware and software
and how both parts process data to information.They are also
trained on how such skills are applicable in real life.

Course requirements
- Applicants are required to have scored a minimum
of a C in KCSE with a C- in maths or physics or
hold a certificate in Information technology or in
any other relevant discipline from a reputable institution.

Course duration
- The program takes three years

Kenya College of Accountancy (KCA) Faculty of Science and Information Technology, Nairobi
The program provides students with
foundation that enables students to
apply information technology in
modern business management
at basic level.

Entry requirements
- A minimum of a C in KCSE with
a C- in English and maths or
division II in KCE with credit
passes in English and maths or
any other relevant qualifications
approved by the senate.

Course duration
- The program takes six months
Kenyatta University Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning, Nairobi
Requirements:-

Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with C (Plain) in Mathematics and English.

OR

Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with certificate in related field from a recognized institution.

Tuition fees:-

East Africans Kshs. 52,000/- p.a.
Non-East Africans Kshs. 65,000/- p.a.
Statutory fees Kshs. 19,900/- p.a.
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kakamega
It is a program designed to prepare graduates
for current technology and how it is applied
in daily business operations.

Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have scored a C in
KCSE or a certificate in information technology
or any other relevant qualification from a
reputable institution.

Course duration
-The program takes three years
St. Pauls University, Limuru

Entry Requirements

KCSE Aggregate C - with a minimum of C in both Mathematics and English.
KACE certificate with a minimum of two Principal Passes and one Subsidiary, and a minimum of a Credit Pass in Mathematics at KCE.
KCSE aggregate D+ with a Professional Certificate in Information Technology or a relevant discipline from an institution recognized by the Academic Counci
Africa Nazarene University, Kisii Center, Kisii
Course requirements
- Applicants are required to have scored
a minimum of a C in KCSE with a C- in either maths or physics or a certificate
in Information Technology.Applicants having
other relevant qualifications may be considered
for admission after approval by the senate.

Program duration
- The program takes a minimum of
three years.
JKUAT Main Campus Juja, Nairobi
Academic qualifications
- One should have attained a C in KCSE with a C- in maths and English or
- KCE division II with credit passes in maths and English or
- Hold a certificate in information technology with a credit pass and a C- in maths and English or
- Hold a KACE certificate with a subsidiary pass in maths
Duration
- 2 years
Garissa University, Garissa
Entry rewquirements
KCSE C- at KCSE
Olevel Certificate with mean grade of division III OR
A Level qualification with minimum of 1P or 3 Sub with at least a D+
Certificate in ICT
Certificate in any Information related courses from KNEC

Duration :2 years

Mode of study:Regular /weeekends
Gretsa University, Thika
Minimum admission criteria/requirements: KCSE Mean Grade of C (plain) with C- minus in Mathematics and English/Kiswahili or
KCE Division II or equivalent or
KACE or equivalent with at least 1 principal pass or
Certificate in relevant discipline.
Study duration: 3 trimesters.
Fees payable: Ksh. 25,000 per trimester.
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Mombasa Campus, Mombasa
Entry requirements
(i) A minimum of a C in KCSE with a C- in English and maths OR

(ii)A credit pass in a relevant certificate with a C- in English and maths OR

(iii) KCE division II OR

(iv) A credit pass in maths and English,with division III at KCE

Course duration
- 18 months
KCA University, Nairobi
Admission requirements
- Applicants are required
to be holders of any one
of the qualifications below:
(a)A minimum of C in KCSE with
C- in both English and maths
(b)Division II in KCE with
credit passes in maths and English

Course duration
- Six months
Mount Kenya University School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Thika
Admission requirements
- A minimum of C in KCSE
with C- maths and English
or C- in KCSE plus a professional
certificate in relevant discipline
from a recognized institution.

Course duration
- Six trimesters

Tuition fees
- Sh.22,550 per trimester
Mt Kenya University, Thika
Course duration
Students must have attained a C in final exams with a C- in English and maths,or
be in possession of a relevant certificate from a recognized institution
Course duration
- Six trimesters
Fees
- Sh.22,550 per semester
Internship fee
-Sh.5,000
Kirinyaga university college town campus, Karatina
Admission requirements
-A C- in KCSE with a pass in both maths and English or
-A D+ in KCSE and a certificate in information technology from a recognized institution with at least a credit pass
Duration
-3 years
Mode of study
-full time,evening and weekends
Karatina university college nanyuki campus, Nanyuki
Academic qualifications
-Minimum mean grade of C- at KCSE with D+ in
mathematics or a
-A IT-related Certificate from a recognized
institution
Course duration
-3 years
Mode of study
-full time
Kenya Highlands University, Kericho
Course requirements

One must have scored a minimum of a C in KCSE with a C in maths
and English or hold a relevant certificate from a recognized
institution.

Course duration

Three years
KCA University Nairobi CBD Campus, Nairobi
Course requirements
- A minimum of a C in KCSE with a C- in maths or physics or
- Hold a relevant certificate from a recognized institution
Duration
- 1 1/2 years
Karatina University college School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Karatina
Academic requirements
- A minimum of a C- in KCSE with a D+ in maths or computer studies
Period of study
- 3 years
Mode of study
- Full time and weekend
Kabarak University, Nakuru
Entry requirements
-One must have scored
a minimum of C in KCSE
with C in maths and C-
in physics.

Course duration
-Two semesters
Pioneer International University, Nairobi
Admission requirements
- Applicants must have attained a minimum of a C in KCSE with a C- in maths/physics
Course duration
- 3 years
Kirinyaga University, Kerugoya
Entry requirements
A minimum of C- at KCSE with a pass in Information Technology Certificate.

Course duration
4 Semesters

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