This article provides an overview of everything you need to know about Borabu Technical Training Institute.
So, if you want to join the institution, here’s everything you need to know, including the courses available, entry requirements, fees, and more, to help you make an informed decision.
So continue reading to find out more…
Borabu Technical Training Institute – all you need to know
A little bit history…
Borabu Technical Training Institute, sponsored by the Ministry of Education, was established in 2018 as a technical training institute on 5 acres of land in Nyamira County.
For the record, the college began with students majoring in ICT and electrical engineering.
But more courses have been added since then, including hairdressing, building, fashion design, human resources, supply chain management, and cooperative management.
Needless to say, the institute has trained graduates at various levels of study over the years. To be more specific, it has over 30 qualified trainers and over 700 trainees in various departments.
With that in mind, the courses offered, as well as any other important information about the institution, are listed below.
Courses offered at Borabu Technical Training Institute and their requirements
The following are all of the courses available at Borabu TTI, organized by department:
1. Electrical & Electronics department
Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Power Option)
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or a pass in certificate in electrical and electronics engineering (power option)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Telecommunication Option)
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or a pass in certificate in electrical and electronics engineering (Telecommunication Option)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or its equivalent
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (power option)
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain) and above, or a pass in artisan certificate in electrical & electronics engineering
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Telecommunication Option)
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain) and above, or a pass in artisan certificate in electrical & electronics engineering
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Artisan certificate in Electrical Installation and Wiring
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D- (minus) and below
Course duration: 1 year
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
2. Computing & Informatics department
Diploma in Information Communication Technology
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or a pass in certificate in ICT
Duration of study: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Information Communication Technology
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain) or D+ (plus)
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Computer Science
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or its equivalent
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Computer Systems
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Software Development and Programming
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or its equivalent
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Cyber Security
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Animation and Graphic Design
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Software Engineering
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or its equivalent
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
3. Institutional Management department
Diploma in Fashion Design & Clothing Technology
Minimum entry requirements: A mean grade of C- (minus) in KCSE or a pass in certificate in fashion design & clothing technology
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Fashion Design & Clothing Technology
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or a pass in artisan in fashion design & garment making
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Artisan in Fashion Design & Garment Making
Entry requirements: KCPE/KCSE certificate
Course duration: 1 year
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Cosmetology (Hair Dressing & Beauty)
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain) or its equivalent
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Artisan in Cosmetology (Hair Dressing & Beauty)
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D- (minus) and below
Course duration: 1 year
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
4. Building and Civil Engineering department
Diploma in Building Technology
Minimum entry requirements:
KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or its equivalent, or a pass in certificate in building technology with at least a D+ (plus) in both Mathematics and Physics
Duration of study: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Building Technology
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain) or its equivalent
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Artisan in Plumbing
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D- (minus) and below
Course duration: 1 year
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Artisan in Masonry
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D- (minus) and below
Duration of study: 1 year
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
5. Business Studies department
Diploma in Supply Chain Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or a pass in certificate in supply chain management
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Human Resource Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or a pass in certificate in human resource management
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Cooperate Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or its equivalent
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Procurement and Materials Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Business Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Secretarial Studies
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Sales and Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Real Estate Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Diploma in Accounting
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Human Resource Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain)
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain)
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
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6. Mechanical and Automotive Engineering Department
Diploma in Automotive Engineering
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or a pass in certificate in automotive engineering
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Automotive Engineering
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain)
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Welding and Fabrication
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain) or a pass in artisan in welding and Fabrication
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
Minimum entry requirements: KCPE/KCSE certificate
Duration of study: 1 year
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
7. Liberal Studies department
Diploma in Social Work and Community Development
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus) or a pass in certificate in social work and community development
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Certificate in Social Work and Community Development
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of D (plain)
Course duration: 2 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
8. Health Sciences department
Diploma in Health Records with IT
Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (minus)
Course duration: 3 years
Exam body: CBET/KNEC
Borabu Technical Training Institute fee structure
Given that Borabu TTI is a public TVET institution, the fee structure for diploma and certificate courses is the same regardless of the course you are pursuing.
Their fee structure is as follows:
Year 1
Term 1: Kshs. 33,595
Term 2: Kshs. 33,594
TOTAL YEAR 1: KSHS. 67,189
Year 2:
Term 1: Kshs. 33,595
Term 2: Kshs. 33,594
TOTAL YEAR 2: KSHS. 67,189
Year 3
Term 1: Kshs. 33,595
Term 2: Kshs. 33,594
TOTAL YEAR 3: KSHS. 67,189
Other fees payable
Aside from the fees listed above, you must also pay the following:
- Admission fee: 800
- Student union fee: 1,500
- KUCCPS registration fee: 1,500
- TVETA fees: 500
How to pay fees
Please keep in mind that all fees must be paid directly to KCB Bank, Nyamira Branch, account number 1259559858.
It should also be noted that the school does not accept cash, so make sure to deposit your fees in the above bank account.
Borabu Technical Training Institute intakes
The college typically has three intakes per year: January, May, and September.
Borabu Technical Training Institute – how to apply
Perhaps the best way to apply for any course at Borabu TTI is through the KUCCPS portal (when it opens for applications) as a government-sponsored student.
Alternatively, you can apply as a self-sponsored student through their application portal here.
Borabu Technical Training Institute location and contacts
As we wrap up, if you have any questions or require additional information, please contact the school at the following addresses:
Physical location: They are located in Nyamira County, Off Kisii-Kericho Highway (alight at Nyangoge near Kebirigo Town).
Phone no.: 0746 211 764 or 0727 433 205
Email: info@borabutti.ac.ke
Website: www.borabutti.ac.ke
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