The Technical University of Kenya (TU-K) has a rich history that mirrors the growth of higher education across East Africa.

In the 1920s, there were heightened agitations for the expansion of access to higher education by indigenous leaders in the East African Territories.

Concerted efforts in the form of committees, commissions and conferences resulted in positive developments that included the elevation of Makerere Institute of to Makerere University College of the University of London in 1949, proposal to establish the Royal Technical College of East Africa (RTCEA) in Nairobi was approved and construction started on 25th January 1952 and establishment of Dar es Salaam University College in 1961.

RTC in Nairobi admitted the first cohort of students pursuing Architecture, Arts, Domestic Science, and Engineering and Science in 1956.

Simultaneously, another group of students was registered at the Kenya Technical Institute but admitted (in 1956) within the tuition of RTCEA in Nairobi.

The main campus of the Technical University of Kenya is located in Nairobi, along Haile Selassie Avenue. However, it has two satellite campuses in Kwale and Lamu County.

Also Read: Pwani University Courses, Fees, Campuses and Location

Courses offered

Degree

Engineering and Technology

As a premier technological institution, TU-K offers rigorous Bachelor of Engineering degrees in Aeronautical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical & Electronic, Geospatial, Mechanical, and Biosystems Engineering. The university also provides a wide range of Bachelor of Technology programmes designed for practical industry applications, covering specialized fields such as Mechanical Engineering Technology, Textile Technology, Printing, and Technical & Applied Physics.

Built Environment and Spatial Sciences

The university is a leader in urban development and spatial sciences, offering degrees in Architectural Studies, Quantity Surveying, and Real Estate. Comprehensive programmes also include Urban and Regional Planning, Building Surveying and Management, Land Administration, and Surveying Technology. These courses are complemented by a strong focus on Building Construction and Construction Management.

Business, Economics, and Management

The business faculty provides a solid foundation for corporate leadership through the Bachelor of Commerce, Economics, and Accountancy. Students can pursue a Bachelor of Business Studies with specializations in Management, HR, Marketing, and Logistics. Furthermore, the institution offers niche management degrees in Project Management, Office Administration, and Business Information Technology.

Applied Sciences and Health

TU-K’s science division focuses on innovation through Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and Industrial and Applied Chemistry. Health-focused students can enroll in Medical Laboratory Science, Public Health, and Nutrition and Dietetics. The university also offers advanced training in Ecology, Environmental Biology, Geology and Mining Technology, and Health Systems Management.

Computing, Mathematics, and Information Science

To meet the demands of the digital age, the university offers cutting-edge programmes in Data Science, Computer Technology, and Information Technology. These are supported by strong mathematical foundations in Applied Statistics and Mathematics, alongside specialized training in Information Science and Communication and Computer Networks.

Social Sciences and Humanities

The humanities department prepares students for public service and social development through degrees in International Relations and Diplomacy, Criminology and Security Management, and Philosophy and Development Studies. Professional training is also provided in Social Work and Community Development, Counseling Psychology, and Integrated Water Resources Management.

Creative Arts, Media, and Hospitality

The university fosters creativity through Visual Arts, Design, Fashion Design, and Theatre Studies. Its media programmes include Journalism and Mass Communication and Communication Studies. Additionally, the hospitality sector is supported by comprehensive degrees in Tourism and Travel Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, and Event and Convention Management.

Also Read: Maseno University: Courses Offered, Fees, Location and Campuses

Diploma and Certificate

1) Accounting Technicians Diploma (ATD) course Level 1

2) A Certificate in Choral conducting/Choir directing

3) Advanced Certificate In Drug And Substance Abuse Rehabilitation

4) Archives and Records Management

5) Certificate in Additive Manufacturing

6) Certificate in Android Mobile Application Development

7) Certificate in Animation

8) Certificate in Auto-Cad Modelling And Drafting

9) Certificate in Band ensemble skills

10) Certificate In Basic Food And Beverage Service

11) Certificate In Basic Food Production Techniques

12) Certificate in Basic Hydraulics (Introductory Course)

13) Certificate In Basic Mixology (An Introduction)

14) Certificate in Basics of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

15) Certificate In Basic Tour Guiding (Refresher Course)

16) Certificate in Biomass For Renewable Energy Production

17) Certificate in Boiler Operator

18) Certificate In Business Information Technology (CIT)I&II

19) Certificate in CNC Lathe Operations

20) Certificate in CNC Milling Operations

21) Certificate in Community Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM)

22) Certificate in Computer Networks

23) Certificate in Computer Repair And Maintenance

24) Certificate in Computing Science and Technology

25) Certificate in Conventional Lathe Machining

26) Certificate in Conventional Milling

27) Certificate In Creative Writing

28) Certificate In Cybersecurity

29) Certificate in Data Science and Data Analytics

30) Certificate in Diabetes Management for Dieticians/Nutritionists and Health Professionals

31) Certificate In Digital Library Management

32) Certificate in Electrical Installation Technician I Domestic/Residential Wiring)

33) Certificate in Electrical Installation Technician II (Commercial Buildings Wiring)

34) Certificate in Electrical Installation Technician III (Industrial Wiring)

35) Certificate in Electroacoustics

36) Certificate In English For Academic Purposes

37) Certificate In English For General Purposes: Advanced Level English (Level C1)

38) Certificate In English For General Purposes: Communicative Competence

39) Certificate In English For General Purposes: Elementary Level English (Level A2)

40) Certificate In English For General Purposes: English For Beginners (Level A1)

41) Certificate In English For General Purposes: Intermediate Level English (Level B1)

42) Certificate In English For General Purposes: Proficiency In English (Level C2)

43) Certificate In English For General Purposes: Upper-Intermediate Level English (Level B2)

44) Certificate In English For Occupational Purposes

45) Certificate In English For Occupational Purposes

46) Certificate In Fleet Management

47) Certificate In Fundraising And Grant Writing

48) Certificate in Furniture Design

49) Certificate in Game Design

50) Certificate In Garment Construction Techniques

51) Certificate in Graphic Design

52) Certificate In HVAC Operator

53) Certificate in Industrial Automation Using PLCs

54) Certificate in Interior Design

55) Certificate in Iot [Internet of Things]

56) Certificate in Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMA)

57) Certificate in Metal – Inert Gas Welding (MIG)

58) Certificate in Mobile Application Design and Development

59) Certificate in Motor Rewinding

60) Certificate in Music Production

61) Certificate In Nail Art

62) Certificate In Natural Hair Designs

63) Certificate in Obesity and Weight Management for Nutritionist/ Dieticians and Health Professionals

64) Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety(OHS)

65) Certificate in Oxy-Acetylene Gas Welding

66) Certificate in Product Design

67) Certificate in Proposal Writing, Fund- Raising and Professional Report Writing

68) Certificate In Records And Archives Management

69) Certificate in Referencing or Masters and PHD Students

70) Certificate in Refrigeration System Operator

71) Certificate in Rendering

72) Certificate In Soft Furnishing

73) Certificate in Solar PV T1 And T2

74) Certificate In Solar PV T3

75) Certificate in Solidworks Modelling And Drafting

76) Certificate in Song writing/Composition

77) Certificate in Sports Nutrition

78) Certificate in Starting a Dietetic/ Nutrition Practice

79) Certificate In Stress Management

80) Certificate In Sustainability Entrepreneurship

81) Certificate in Technology in Design

82) Certificate in Tungsten Inert Gas Welding

83) Certificate In Web Application Development

84) Certificate in Web Design and Development

85) Certificate in Web Development Using JavaScript

86) Certified Credit Professionals (CCP) course – Advanced Level

87) Certified Credit Professionals (CCP) course – Advanced Level

88) Certified Credit Professionals (CCP) course – Foundational Level

89) Certified Credit Professionals (CCP) course – Foundational Level

90) Certified Credit Professionals (CCP) course – Intermediate Level

91) Certified Credit Professionals (CCP) course – Intermediate Level

92) Certified Investment and Financial Analysts (CIFA) course – Advanced Level

93) Certified Investment and Financial Analysts (CIFA) course – Foundational Level

94) Certified Investment and Financial Analysts (CIFA) course – Intermediate Level

95) Certified Public Accountants (CPA) – Foundational Level

96) Certified Public Accountants (CPA) – Intermediate Level

97) Certified Public Accountants (CPA) – Intermediate Level

98) Certified Secretaries (CS) course – Advanced Level

99) Certified Secretaries (CS) course – Advanced Level

100) Certified Secretaries (CS) course -Foundational Level

101) Certified Secretaries (CS) course – Intermediate Level

102) Course in Applied Computational Chemistry

103) Course In Good Laboratory Practices

104) Course in Good Manufacturing Practices

105) Diploma in Data Management and Analytics (DDMA) Level 1, 2 and 3

106) Industrial and Laboratory Chemical Waste Management

107) KCSE D+; Proof of basic music theory knowledge (ABRSM, LCM or certificate from equivalent body); involvement in music festivals, music performance, conducting, composition, and production will be an added advantage

108) Laboratory Technician Training (Laboratory Safety and Reagents Preparation)

109) Library Science

110) Liquid Detergents Production Course

111) Quality Control and Quality Assurance

112) Sanitizers Production Course

113) Training in Chemical Risk Assessment

114) Training in Chemical Safety And Security

115) Training in Separation Technique (Gas Chromatography and High Performance Liquid Chromatography Training HPLC)

116) Training In Spectroscopic Methods Of Analysis(Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry, UV-Vis, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy Training, Polarimetry)

117) Training in Water Quality Testing

Also Read: Kisii University: Courses, Fees Structure, Campuses and Location

Business, Management, and Administration

The university provides comprehensive training in professional disciplines, including Accountancy, Entrepreneurship, and Project Management.

Students can enroll in a Diploma in Business Studies, with specialized tracks in Business Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and International Business.

The curriculum also features specialized Office Administration diplomas tailored for Legal, Medical, Business, and Foreign Language secretarial careers.

Engineering and the Built Environment

TU-K is renowned for its technical expertise in Aeronautical, Civil, Chemical, and Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The Mechanical Engineering department offers diverse specializations such as Automotive and Autotronics, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Plant, and Refrigeration Engineering.

In the field of spatial and built sciences, the institution offers diplomas in Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Real Estate, and Geoinformation Technology.

Information and Applied Technology

The institution stays at the forefront of the digital economy through programmes in Information Technology, Computer Technology, Business Information Technology, and Communication and Computer Networks.

Additionally, the university offers specialized technical training in Technical and Applied Physics, Printing, Textile Technology, and Surveying Technology.

Applied Sciences and Health

The science faculty covers a broad spectrum of research and practical application, including Analytical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and Ecology and Conservation Biology.

Within the health sector, TU-K offers vital diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science, Pharmaceutical Technology, Public Health, Community Health and Wellness, and Nutrition and Dietetics.

Social Sciences and Humanities

A variety of diplomas address societal needs, including Counselling Psychology, Criminology and Security Studies, Social Work and Community Development, and International Relations and Diplomacy.

Professional support services are further represented through Legal Studies, Library and Information Science, Archives and Records Management, and Integrated Water Resources Management.

Creative Arts, Hospitality, and Wellness

Creative and service-oriented education is a core pillar at TU-K, with offerings in Music, Design, Fashion Design, and Journalism and Mass Communication.

The university also supports the regional tourism and hospitality industry through diplomas in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Tourism and Travel Management, Institutional Catering, and Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy.

Also Read: Kisumu Yacht Club Christmas Bill Raises Eyebrows Over Missing ETR Receipt

Fee payments

The fee range for degree, diploma, and certificate courses at the University. Click here for fee details

Follow our WhatsApp Channel and WhatsApp Community for instant news updates

TUK Vice Chancellor Prof. Benedict Mutua. PHOTO/TUK.