As students and parents prepare for the 2026 university admissions, KUCCPS data from 2018 to 2024 shows that pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science can still be accessible in several higher learning institutions. While programs at top universities like the University of Nairobi and JKUAT often require higher cluster points, several reputable institutions
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has outlined the minimum cluster and subject requirements for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes across the country. These requirements guide KCSE candidates on the minimum mean grades and subject qualifications needed to pursue various diploma, certificate, and artisan courses in accredited TVET institutions.
In Kenya, securing a spot in a university degree program is not just about having a high mean grade; it is about the Weighted Cluster Points (WCP). KUCCPS is able to calculate the cluster points through the automated placement system after obtaining KCSE examination performance data, including performance indices (PI) for each student, from the