Directorate of TVET Programmes

About TVET at KU

The Directorate of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Programmes oversees KU's portfolio of skills-based, industry-aligned vocational training programmes. Operating in alignment with the Kenya National Qualifications Framework (KNQF) and the TVET Act, the directorate equips learners with practical, work-ready competencies that address Kenya's skills development agenda and Vision 2030 objectives.

KU's TVET programmes combine academic rigour with hands-on training, preparing graduates to enter the labour market, launch enterprises or progress to higher academic qualifications.

The Main, Kitui and Mombasa campuses are accredited as TVET centres by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA). The centres offer competency-based education and training (CBET) curricula in TVETA-approved programmes.

Vision, Mission & Values

Vision

To be a dynamic, inclusive and globally competitive centre in the provision of Technical and Vocational Education and Training.

Mission

To provide quality and relevant Technical and Vocational Education and Training for individual and societal sustainable development.

Core Values

Hard Work Integrity Innovativeness Teamwork Diversity & Inclusivity Transparency & Accountability

Mandate & Policy Framework

The Directorate is mandated to:

Coordinate all TVET programmes in the University and ensure quality service delivery through adequate resources.
Coordinate accreditation and inspection of KU TVET programmes by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA).
Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate the identification and appointment of suitable trainers for TVET programmes.
Oversee examinations for TVET students.
Enforce industrial attachment and internship.
Ensure the accredited centres continuously meet TVETA standards and guidelines.

TVET Act, 2013

All programmes are delivered under the TVET Act and regulated by TVETA.

KNQF Alignment

Programmes are mapped to the Kenya National Qualifications Framework Levels 1鈥�6.

Industry-Led Design

Curricula developed with industry partners to ensure market relevance and graduate employability.

Programmes Offered

The University offers the following TVETA-approved TVET Diplomas, all studied full time:

Diploma in Accountancy

Dept. of Accounting & Finance · Main, Mombasa & Kitui

Diploma in Procurement & Supply Chain Management

Dept. of Management Science · Main, Mombasa & Kitui

Diploma in Business Management

Dept. of Business Administration · Main, Mombasa & Kitui

Diploma in Human Resource Management

Dept. of Business Administration · Main, Mombasa & Kitui

Diploma in Marketing

Dept. of Business Administration · Main, Mombasa & Kitui

Diploma in Information Science

Dept. of Library & Information Science · Main, Mombasa & Kitui

Diploma in Records Management & Information Technology

Dept. of Library & Information Science · Main, Mombasa & Kitui

Diploma in Mandarin Chinese Language & Culture

Confucius Institute · Main Campus

Entry Requirements

KCSE = Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education; KCE / KACE = Kenya Certificate / Advanced Certificate of Education; KNQA = Kenya National Qualifications Authority.

Diploma in Procurement & Supply Chain ManagementSchool of Business, Economics & Tourism · Dept. of Management Science

Campuses: Main, Mombasa, Kitui
Mode: Full time
Entry: Mean grade of C- at KCSE, or Supply Chain Master Craft Certificate (Level 5), or equivalent qualifications as determined by KNQA.

Diploma in MarketingSchool of Business, Economics & Tourism · Dept. of Business Administration

Campuses: Main, Mombasa, Kitui
Mode: Full time
Entry: Mean grade of C- at KCSE, or Division III at KCE, or one Principal and one Subsidiary pass at KACE, or Marketing Manager Master Craft Certificate (Level 5), or equivalent qualifications as determined by KNQA.

Diploma in Human Resource ManagementSchool of Business, Economics & Tourism · Dept. of Business Administration

Campuses: Main, Mombasa, Kitui
Mode: Full time
Entry: Mean grade of C- at KCSE, or Division III at KCE, or KACE with one Principal and one Subsidiary pass, or a Human Resource Management certificate (Level 5), or equivalent qualifications as determined by KNQA.

Diploma in Business ManagementSchool of Business, Economics & Tourism · Dept. of Business Administration

Campuses: Main, Mombasa, Kitui
Mode: Full time
Entry: Mean grade of C- at KCSE, or Division III, or KACE with one Principal and one Subsidiary pass, or a Business Management Level 5 Certificate with one year of continuous work experience, or equivalent qualifications as determined by KNQA.

Diploma in AccountancySchool of Business, Economics & Tourism · Dept. of Accounting & Finance

Campuses: Main, Mombasa, Kitui
Mode: Full time
Entry: Mean grade of C- at KCSE, or National Accountancy Certificate (Level 5), or equivalent qualifications as determined by KNQA.

Diploma in Information ScienceSchool of Pure & Applied Sciences · Dept. of Library & Information Science

Campuses: Main, Mombasa, Kitui
Mode: Full time
Entry: Mean grade of C- at KCSE, or Certificate in Information Science (Level 5), or equivalent qualifications as determined by KNQA.

Diploma in Records Management & Information TechnologySchool of Pure & Applied Sciences · Dept. of Library & Information Science

Campuses: Main, Mombasa, Kitui
Mode: Full time
Entry: Mean grade of C- at KCSE, or KCE Division III, or KACE with one Principal and one Subsidiary pass, or Certificate in Records Management and Information Technology (Level 5), or equivalent qualifications as determined by KNQA.

Diploma in Mandarin Chinese Language & CultureSchool of Law, Arts & Social Sciences · Confucius Institute

Campuses: Main
Mode: Full time
Entry: Mean grade of C- at KCSE or equivalent, with at least D+ in English or Kiswahili; or KACE with at least a Subsidiary pass; or mean grade of D+ at KCSE with a 吃瓜头条 Certificate in Chinese Language and Culture; or Level II Chinese Language Proficiency awarded by 吃瓜头条 or another recognised institution. In addition, applicants should have a credit pass in the Certificate in Chinese Language and Culture, or a credit pass in the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) Level II, or the Youth Chinese Test (YCT) Level III.

TVET Board

Board membership as published by the Directorate in September 2024.

#	Name	Representation	Institution & Position
1	Prof. Benard M. Kivunge	Chairman	Registrar (Academic), 吃瓜头条
2	Dr. Benjamin O. Danga	Kitui Campus	Deputy Executive Dean, Kitui Campus, 吃瓜头条
3	Dr. Felix M. Kiruthu	City Campus	Director, City Campus, 吃瓜头条
4	Dr. Shadrack K. Murimi	Mombasa Campus	Director, Mombasa Campus, 吃瓜头条
5	Dr. George Onyango	Leadership & Management	Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Educational Management, Policy & Curriculum Studies, 吃瓜头条
6	Dr. Florence W. Njau	Industry	Deputy General Manager, Kenya Utalii College
7	Arch. Aidah N. Munano	Technology	Chairperson, Dept. of Architecture & Interior Design, 吃瓜头条
8	Dr. Mwende Ngie	Agriculture	Lecturer, Dept. of Agricultural Science & Technology, 吃瓜头条
9	Ms. Esther W. Mbugua	Engineering	Trainer – Civil Engineering, Kinyanjui Technical Institute
10	Dr. Moses O. Aluoch	Financial Management	Lecturer, Dept. of Accounting & Finance, 吃瓜头条
11	Ms. Virginia N. Mbugua	Information Technology	Veewave Technologies
12	Dr. John Maingi Muthini	Director & Secretary to the Board	Director, TVET Programmes, 吃瓜头条

Why Choose KU TVET?

Industry-Ready

Practical skills designed with employers for immediate job readiness

University Quality

KU's academic standards and infrastructure behind every programme

Progression Pathways

Clear pathways from TVET to degree programmes at KU

Affordable Fees

Competitive fees with access to HELB and bursary support

Contact Us

Enquiries

Director: Dr. Mugo Muhia
Administrator: Mr. Antony Omondi Odhiambo

Phone:
+254 20 870 3854 / 3855
+254 20 870 3856 (Administrator)

Email:
director-kutvet@ku.ac.ke

Location

Directorate of Technical and Vocational Education and Training Programmes
Directorate Complex, Third Floor, Wing C, Room 318
吃瓜头条 Main Campus
P.O. Box 43844-00100
Nairobi, Kenya

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