Kisumu Polytechnic, is a renowned institution located in Kisumu, Kenya and it offers a diverse range of diploma courses.

These courses are aimed at providing you with practical skills and knowledge that are essential for your career advancement and personal growth.

In this article, we are going to look at all diploma courses offered at Kisumu polytechnic, their entry requirements, course duration, examination body and more.

Diploma courses offered at Kisumu polytechnic [All you need to know]

Just so you know, these diploma courses are offered by different departments at Kisumu polytechnic.

And that being so, we are going to look at diploma courses offered by different department below.

1.     Department of Agriculture and Environment-Diploma courses offered

Courses:

• Diploma in General Agriculture
• Diploma in Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development
• Diploma in Environmental Science

Minimum entry requirements:

KCSE mean grade of C-minus

Cluster Subject requirements:

NONE

Courses duration:

3 years

Examination body:

KNEC

2.     Diploma courses offered in the Applied science department

Courses:

• Diploma in Food Science:
• Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
• Diploma in Applied Biology

Minimum entry requirements:

Mean grade of C- minus in KCSE

Cluster Subject requirements:

NONE

Courses duration:

3 years

Examination body:

KNEC

Higher diploma course:

• Higher National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry

Entry requirements:

You must have a diploma in analytical chemistry

Courses duration:

1 years

Examination body:

KNEC

3.     Department of Business and Entrepreneurship Studies

Courses:

• Diploma in Accountancy
• Diploma in Banking & Finance
• Diploma in Supply Chain Management
• Diploma in Business Management
• Diploma in Human Resource Management
• Diploma in Road Transport Management

Minimum entry requirements:

KCSE Mean Grade C plain

OR,

Craft Certificate for Module II

Cluster Subject requirements:

NONE

Courses duration:

3 years

Examination body:

KASNEB

Higher Diploma courses

• Higher diploma in Secretarial Management
• Higher diploma in Human Resource Management

Entry requirement:
diploma certificate for the relevant field from a recognized institution examined by either KNEC or KASNEB

Courses duration:

1years

Examination body:

KASNEB or KNEC

4.     Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Courses:

• Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Technology (Power)
• Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Technology (Telecommunication)
• Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Technology (Instrumentation

Entry qualifications:

KCSE Mean Grade C-Minus

Mandatory Subjects requirements:

D+ plus in Mathematics

D+ plus in Physics

OR

Craft Certificate for Module II

Course duration:

3 Years

Examination body:

KNEC

• Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering

Minimum entry requirements:

KCSE Mean Grade C-Minus

Cluster Subjects requirements:

D+ plus in Mathematics

D+ plus in Physics

Alternatively, you can enroll for this course if you have a Craft Certificate for Module II

Course duration:

21/2 years

Examination body:

CDACC

Higher diploma courses:

• Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Power)

Entry requirements:

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (power) or its equivalent qualification as determined by KNEC

Course duration:

1 year

Examination body:

KNEC

• Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Electronics)

Entry requirements:

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Electronics) or its equivalent qualification as determined by KNEC

Course duration:

1 year

Examination body:

KNEC

5.     Department of Mechanical Engineering

Courses:

• Diploma in mechanical engineering – production option
• Diploma in mechanical engineering – plant option
• Diploma in mechanical engineering construction plant
• Diploma in automotive engineering

Minimum entry requirements:

Mean grade of C- minus in KCSE

Cluster Subject requirements:

NONE

Courses duration:

3 years

Examination body:

KNEC

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Diploma courses at Kisumu Polytechnic-Intakes

Kisumu polytechnic has January Intake, April Intake, May Intake, and September Intake.

However, I would advise you to visit the online application portal to confirm whether a course you are interested in is offered in any of the 3 intakes

Also, be keen to check on the application deadline not to be left out.

Side note: Please note that September 2023 intake is ongoing, so if you are planning to apply for any diploma course this is the high time to apply.

How to apply for diploma courses at Kisumu polytechnic

To apply for any of the above listed courses, you will have to apply online using three simple steps as I will direct you below.

• Step 1: First, find your Preferred Course that you want to pursue
• Step 2: Next, create an account and fill out the account with the information needed as guided.
• Step 3: Lastly, Submit your application

Quick note: Remember to apply through KUCCPS since this is a TVET institution to benefit from fee substitution by the government.

Accommodation

Kisumu Polytechnic offers accommodation to its students at Kshs. 5000 per term.

However, the accommodation fee only caters for room, bed and mattress.

Therefore, meals are not included in the accommodation fee.

Side note:

• Due to limited accommodation, space is issued on first come first served basis.
• Meals are provided at the polytechnic dining hall at an affordable price.
• The student has to pay for full fee including accommodation fee first.

Diploma courses at Kisumu Polytechnic-Contact and Location

Should there be any inquiry you want to make about diploma courses offered, intakes, duration and so on, you can visit Kisumu polytechnic website https://kisumupoly.ac.ke/TKNP/.

Alternatively, you can call, email or visit the institution.

For any of the above method that you will find comfortable to use to reach the institution, see details below.

Contact information

Location: Technology Road, Next to Kisumu Stadium

Phone contacts: +254 723 446 773/+254 742 809 415

Email address: info@kisumupoly.ac.ke

Final words for all diploma courses offered at Kisumu Polytechnic (Kisumu National polytechnic)

For now, that is all we have for diploma courses at Kisumu polytechnic

And as we said before, diploma courses offered at Kisumu Polytechnic provides you with valuable opportunities to acquire practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and hands-on experience in your chosen fields.

In fact, all these diploma programs are designed to empower you for successful careers by equipping you with the necessary tools to excel in today’s competitive job market.

As we finalize, I would advise you to please contact Kisumu national polytechnic directly for the latest (up-to-date and most accurate information using the contact details we have provided above.

All the best!

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