Diploma Courses Offered By Kenyatta University

Studying a diploma course at Kenyatta University offers a unique opportunity to gain specialized knowledge and practical skills in a specific field. Whether you’re seeking to advance your career prospects, explore a new area of interest, or deepen your existing expertise, the diploma programs at Kenyatta University are tailored to equip you with the necessary tools and insights to succeed.

If you have have a certificate from any field or have scored a mean Grade of C (Plain) in KCSE, then you can enroll for a diploma course in Kenyatta University

At Kenyatta University, you’ll have the privilege of learning from esteemed faculty members who are experts in their respective fields. These professors bring extensive industry experience into the classroom, ensuring that you receive up-to-date information and engage in meaningful discussions. The university also maintains strong ties with various industries, providing students with valuable connections, internships, and networking opportunities.

Here is a list of all diploma courses offered by Kenyatta University;

Kenyatta University Diploma Courses

• Diploma in Forensic Science

Minimum Requirements: Mean Grade of at least C (Plain) with C+ (Plus) in Biology and Chemistry and C (Plain) in Mathematics/Physics OR KCE Division III with a Credit in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics/Physics

• Diploma in Animal Health and Production Mangement

Minimum Requirements: Mean Grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or one Principal and one Subsidiary at KACE OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.

• Diploma in Hospitality Management

Minimum Requirements: Candidates must have obtained a mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent. Candidates must have obtained grade C-(minus) in two (2) subjects chosen from the following categories:- Alternative A: or Biology/Home Science/Chemistry OR. Alternative B: Biological Sciences/Physical Sciences/Mathematics OR. English/Kiswahili OR. English/Kiswahili

• Diploma in Tourism Management

Minimum Requirements: Candidates must have a minimum of grade of C in KCSE examinations. Candidates must have done any two the following subjects at KCSE and passed with a minimum grade of C in each: Biology/Biological Sciences OR. Geography/History OR. Business Education/Computers OR. English/Foreign Language OR. Mean grade C-(minus) at KCSE) with a Certificate in a field related to tourism from a recognized Institution and two (2) years of relevant experience.

• Diploma in Food & Beverage Sales & Service

Minimum Requirements: Food Production Service and Sales Certificate Level 5 or Hotel Catering and Accommodation or Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with mean grade of at least C- (minus) or Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)

• Diploma in Culinary Arts

Minimum Requirements: Food Production Service and Sales Certificate Level 5 or Hotel Catering and Accommodation or Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with mean grade of at least C- (minus)

• Diploma in Housekeeping Management

Minimum Requirements: Hotel Catering and Accommodation Certificate Level 5 Or. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C- (Minus) with a mean grade of at least C-

• Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management

Minimum Requirements: Tour or Travel master craft certificate Level 5 Or. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C- (Minus) with a mean grade of at least C-

• Diploma in Events Management

Minimum Requirements: Tour or Travel or Events certificate OR. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C- (Minus) with a mean grade of at least C- OR. Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)

• Diploma in Information Science

Minimum Requirements: Minimum requirements Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE. OR be holders of KNEC certificate in Library and Information studies or equivalent with an overall pass of Credit or Distinction, or pass with 2 years or more years relevant practical experience. Course Duration: 2 years

• Diploma in Records Management & Information Technology

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE. OR be holders of KNEC certificate in Library and Information Science or equivalent

• Diploma in Sports Administration and Management

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at O Level OR hold a P1/S1 Teachers Certificate or Kenyatta University Certificate course in Sports Administration and Management.

• Diploma in Land Surveying

Minimum Requirements: Mean Grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or one Principal and one Subsidiary at KACE OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.

• Diploma in Cinical and Child Neuropsychology

Minimum Requirements: Minimum requirements Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or at least one (1) Principal and one (1) Subsidiary in KACE OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with P1 Certificate or Early Childhood or Special Needs Education Certificate and at least two (2) years experience. OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Certificate in medical field and at least two (2) years relevant experience.

• Diploma in Guidance and Counselling

Minimum Requirements: Minimum requirements Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Certificate in relevant area from a recognized institution

• Diploma in Fine Art

Minimum Requirements: KCSE mean grade C (Plain) with any of the following: A Certificate in Art and Design from a recognized institution. OR, A portfolio of artworks to be presented before a Department selection panel for interview and selection.

• Diploma in Communication and Media

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade C (Plain) KCSE or its equivalent, with at least C plain in English/Kiswahili and at least C- (Minus) or its equivalent in any of the following subjects; Geography, History and Government

• Diploma in Film and Theatre Arts

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with proven participation in Theatre Arts or Film or Mass Communication or Certificate in Theatre Arts or Film or Mass Communication or P1 certificate with a minimum of Division III and proven participation in Creative Arts

• Diploma in Digital Animation

Minimum Requirements: Mean Grade of C or equivalent. Prospective students with portfolio of their original work will have an added advantage

• Diploma in Animal Health and Production Mangement

Minimum Requirements: Mean Grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or one Principal and one Subsidiary at KACE OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.

• Diploma in Public Relations

Minimum Requirements: The Kenyatta University annd the School of Education admission regulations apply. Specifically, the candidate will have KCSE Mean grade C (Plain) or its equivalent,with at least two years’ work experience

• Diploma in Educational Leadership and Management

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or P1 or S1 or its equivalent with at least two years work experience

• Diploma in Human Resource Management

Minimum Requirements: A holder of KCSE C (plain) or its equivalent or ii. A holder of KCE Division III or its equivalent oriii. A holder of KACE with One Principal and One Subsidiary oriv. Mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.

• Diploma In Business Management

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.

• Diploma in Marketing

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C- (minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.

• Diploma in Information Technology

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent with at least C (Plain) in Mathematics and English. OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE and at least C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English with Certificate in related field from recognized institution.

• Diploma in Project Management

Minimum Requirements: Mean Grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III at KCE or one Principal and one Subsidiary at KACE OR Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.

• Diploma in Project Monitoring &Evaluation

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C-(Minus) at KCSE with a certificate in the relevant area from a recognised institution.

• Early Childhood Care and Education

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C + (Plus) at KCSE. OR Mean grade of C (Plain) with either a P1 Certificate in Early Childhood Studies Certificate from a recognized institution.

• Special Needs Education

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE. For Visually and Hearing Impaired (i) Minimum Grade C (Plain) at KCSE(ii) At least C- (Minus) in English (iii) C (Plain) in Mathematics for Science Based Course (iv) D (Plain) in Mathematics in non-science based courses

• Disaster Management

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III or equivalent OR Mean grade of C – (Minus) at KCSE

• Security Management and Police Studies

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or Division III or equivalent OR Mean grade of C – (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with a Certificate in police studies from a recognized institution

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• Diploma in Chinese Language and Culture

Minimum Requirements: Candidates must have a minimum grade of C (Plain) at KCSE examinations or its equivalent with at least C- in English or Kiswahili

• Diploma in Primary Teacher Education

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C+ (Plus) at KCSE and C+ (Plus) in any two subjects of specialization with C (Plain) in English and C (Plain) in Mathematics for Science Based courses.

• Diploma in Chinese language and culture

Minimum Requirements: Candidates must have a minimum grade of C (Plain) at KCSE examinations or its equivalent with at least C- in English or Kiswahili or KACE with at least a Subsidiary pass or mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE with a certificate in Chinese language and culture awarded at Kenyatta university or level II Chinese language proficiency test awarded by Kenyatta University or any other recognized institution.