Below is a list of courses offered at Kisumu National Polytechnic, fee structure and admission requirements:
Full-Time Electrical Engineering Programmes
| 1.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission time | Exam Body |
| 1.1.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology (Power Option) module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology Module I & II | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.2 | Telecommunication Engineering Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 1.2.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology Module I & II | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.2 | Telecommunication Engineering Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
Part-Time Electrical Engineering Programmes
| 1.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission time | Exam Body |
| 1.1.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology (Power Option) module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology Module I & II | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.2 | Telecommunication Engineering Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 1.2.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology Module I & II | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.2 | Telecommunication Engineering Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
Full-Time Mechanical Engineering Programmes
| 2.0 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING | ||||
| 2.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 2.1.1 | Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) TEP | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. | January & May (regular) | KNEC |
| 2.1.2 | Mechanical Engineering (Production Option) module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January only (regular) | KNEC |
| 2.1.3 | Automotive Engineering Module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January only (regular | KNEC |
| 2.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 2.2.1 | Mechanical Engineering (Production Option) Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | September Intake only | KNEC |
| 2.2.2 | Marine Engineering Module I, II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January & September | KNEC |
| 2.2.3 | Motor Vehicle Mechanics Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January/September | KNEC |
Part-Time Mechanical Engineering Programmes
| 9.2.0 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
| 9.2.1 | Certificate in Boiler Operation and Maintenance | KCPE or KCSE Certificate | 2 terms Jan/May | Kshs. 12,400/- per term | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
| 9.2.2 | Certificate in Plant Operation and Maintenance | KCPE and KCSE Certificate holder | 2 terms Jan/May | Kshs. 14,200/- for 2 terms | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
| 9.2.3 | Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (City & Guilds) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs. 14,200/- for 3 terms | CITY & GUILDS |
| 9.2.4 | Diploma in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | KCPE & KCSE Certificate | 1 year January | Kshs. 14,200/- | (NIVTC) KNEC |
| 9.2.5 | Metal Work Processing Technology | KCPE & KCSE Certificate | 1 year January | Kshs. 14,200/- | (NIVTC) KNEC |
Part-Time Automotive Engineering Programmes
| 9.3.0 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
| 9.3.1 | Motor Vehicle Mechanic Government Trade Tests 3- 2- 1 | KCPE/KCSE OR Appropriate Grade | 2 terms Jan & May Intake | Kshs. 12,400/- per term | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
| 9.3.2 | Auto Electrician: 1, 2 and 3 | KCPE OR Appropriate Grade | 2 terms Jan & May intake | Kshs. 12,400/- per term | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
| 9.3.3 | Automotive Tailor- Made course | Any vehicle owner Any interested persons. | 3 months Jan/May/Sept | Kshs. 3,000/- | KISUMU POLY & DIT |
Full-Time Applied Science Programmes
| 4.0 APPLIED SCIENCES | ||||
| 4.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 4.1.1 | Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences | KCSE mean grade C (Plain). C (Plain) in Biology/Chemistry, English/Kiswahili. C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics | 3 Years January/May | KNEC & KMLTTB |
| 4.1.2 | Analytical Chemistry (TEP) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Chemistry Maths/Physics. | January & May (regular) | KNEC |
| 4.1.3 | Applied Biology (TEP) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Biology, Maths/Physics/Chemistry | January & May (regular) | KNEC |
| 4.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 4.2.1 | Science Laboratory Technology (TEP) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in English/Kiswahili, Maths, Physics, Chemistry/Biology | May Intake Only | KNEC |
| 4.2.2 | Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Biology/Chemistry, English/Kiswahili. D+ (Plus) in Maths/Physics | 2 years May intake only | KNEC & KMLTTB |
| 1.1.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology (Power Option) module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology Module I & II | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.2 | Telecommunication Engineering Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 1.2.1 | Electrical & Electronic Technology Module I & II | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 1.2.2 | Telecommunication Engineering Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
Part-Time Applied Science Programmes
| 9.5.0 APPLIED SCIENCES DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
| 9.5.1 | Science Laboratory Technology (KNEC) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in English/Kiswahili, Maths/Physics, Biology/Chemistry. | Over Holidays April, August & December | Kshs. 9,950/- for 1stsession. Kshs 8,750/- per other session | KNEC |
| 9.5.2 | Diploma Analytical Chemistry (DAC) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Chemistry. D+ (Plus) in Maths/Physics, English/Kiswahili or PASS in relevant Certificate Course | Over Holidays April, August & December | Kshs. 17,150/- for 1st session. & Kshs 12,650/- per other session | KNEC |
| 9.5.3 | Diploma in Applied Biology (DAB) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Biology, Maths/Physics, English/Kiswahili or PASS in relevant Certificate Course | Over Holidays April/August/December | Kshs. 17,150/- for 1st session. & Kshs 12,650/- per other session | KNEC |
| 9.5.3 | Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (Upgrading) | Diploma in Applied Biology/Diploma in Analytical Chemistry | 2 Terms in session & 6 months Industrial practicum, intake may | Satutory Kshs 11,300/-, Tuition Kshs. 25,600/- per term | KMLTTB |
Full-Time Building Engineering Programmes
| 3.0 BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING | ||||
| 3.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 3.1.1 | Building Technology Module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 131.2 | Civil Engineering (TEP) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 3.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 3.2.1 | Masonry | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English. | May Intake Only | KNEC |
| 3.2.2 | Plumbing (TEP) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English. | May Intake Only | KNEC |
| 3.2.3 | Road Construction | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus). D (Plain) in Maths, Physics & English. | May Intake Only | KNEC |
Part-Time Engineering Programmes
| 9.4.0 BUILDING AND CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
| 9.4.1 | Certificate in Architecture | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 3 terms January | Kshs 12,400/- per term | KISUMU POLY |
| 9.4.2 | Construction Technician part I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) | 3 terms January | Kshs 12,400/- per term examination fee 3,000/- | KISUMU POLY |
| 9.4.3 | Certificate in Civil Engineering | KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) | 3 terms January intake | Kshs 12,400/- per term examination fee 3,000/- | KISUMU POLY |
Full-Time Institutional Management Programmes
| 5.0 INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT | ||||
| 5.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 5.1.1 | Food and Beverages Management module I only (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade of C- (Minus) | January only (regular) | KNEC |
| 5.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 5.2.1 | Food and Beverage Production, Sales & Service (TIVET) Module I only. | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | September Intake only | KNEC |
Part-Time Institutional Management Programmes
| 9.6.0 INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
| 9.6.1 | CERTIFICATE IN Hotel and Catering Supervision (ICM) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 16,000/- per year Kshs. 15,000/- for Practical | ICM |
| 9.6.2 | Certificate in Food & Beverage Preparation (City & Guilds) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 25,000/- per year Kshs. 15,000/- for Practical | CITY & GUILDS |
| 9.6.3 | Certificate in Food & Beverage Service (City & Guilds) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 25,000/- per year Kshs. 15,000/- for Practical | CITY & GUILDS |
| 9.6.4 | Diploma in Food Preparation (City & Guilds) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus) | 3 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 25,000/- per year Kshs. 15,000/- for Practical | CITY & GUILDS |
Full-Time Mathematics and Computer Studies Programmes
| 6.0 MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER STUDIES | ||||
| 6.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 6.1.1 | Computer Science Module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths, Physics & English. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January Intake Only | KNEC |
| 6.1.2 | Diploma Information Communication Technology Module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 6.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 6.2.1 | Certificate in Information Communication Technology Module I, II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
Part-Time Mathematics and Computer Studies Programmes
| 9.7.0 COMPUTING AN INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY STUDIES | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
| 9.7.6 | Certificate in Information Technology (CIT I & II) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 2 terms Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 23, 000/- | KSM POLY |
| 9.7.7 | Information Communication Technology Technician(ICTT) | KCSE Mean Grade D (Plain) | 6 months Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 17, 600/- | KSM POLY |
| 9.7.8 | Certificate in Information Communication Technology (CICT) | KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) | 6 months Jan/May/Sept | Kshs 17, 600/- | KSM POLY |
| 9.7.9 | Certificate in ICT (Remedial Classes) | Referrals in KNEC Examinations | 3 hours weekly Jan/May/sep | Kshs 3,000- per paper per term | KNEC |
| 9.7.10 | Diploma in ICT (Remedial Classes) | Referrals in KNEC Examinations | 3 hours weekly Jan/May/sep | Kshs. 3,000- per paper per term | KNEC |
| 9.7.11 | CISCO IT Essentials | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | 3 Months Jan/May/sep | Kshs. 9,500- per each stage | CISCO |
| 9.7.12 | CCNA (I,II,III & IV) | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus) CISCO IT Essentials | 3 months each stage Jan/May/sep | Kshs. 9,500- per each stage | CISCO |
Full-Time Liberal Studies Programmes
| 8.0 LIBERAL STUDIES | ||||
| 8.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 8.1.1 | Social Work and Community Development Module I,II & III | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II. KNEC Diploma II for Diploma III | January/September (regular) May intake (Part Time) (Evening & Weekends) | KNEC |
| 8.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 3.7 | Craft Social Community Development | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | May intake only | KNEC |
Full-Time Business Studies Programmes
| 7.0 BUSINESS STUDIES | ||||
| 7.1 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 7.1.1 | Accountancy (B-TEP) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | January & May (regular) | KNEC |
| 7.1.2 | Business Management Module I,II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.1.3 | Sales and Marketing Module I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.1.4 | Supply Chain Management Module I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.1.5 | Secretarial Studies Module I,II & II (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 7.1.6 | Human Resource Management Module I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus). OR a relevant KNEC Craft Certificate. | Jan & Sept. (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2 Craft Courses (7 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| 7.2.1 | Business Management Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.2 | Sales and Marketing Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.3 | Human Resource Management Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain) | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.4 | Transport Management Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.5 | Secretarial Studies Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.6 | Supply Chain Management Module I & II (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | January/September (Regular) May (Part time) | KNEC |
| 7.2.7 | Business Education Single and Group Stage I, II & III (TIVET) | KCSE mean grade D (Plain). D (Plain) in Maths & English. | Jan/May/Sept. | KNEC |
Part-Time Business Studies Programmes
| 9.8.0 BUSINESS STUDIES DEPARTMENT | |||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam Body |
| 9.8.1 | ATC Intermediate | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | 6 months Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 15,800/= per session | KASNEB |
| 9.8.2 | ATC Final | ACT Intermediate | 6 months Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 15,800/= per session | KASNEB |
| 9.8.3 | CPA Part I (Section 1) | KCSE mean grade C+ (Plus) and C+ (Plus) in English & Maths OR ATC Final | 6 months Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 15,800/= per session per section | KASNEB |
| 9.8.4 | CPA (Sec. 2) | CPA (Sec. 1) | 6 months Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 15,800/= per session per section | KASNEB |
| 9.8.5 | Certified Securities and Investment Analyst (KASNEB) | KCSE mean grade C+ (Plus) and C+ (Plus) in English & Maths | 6 months Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 15,800/= | KASNEB |
| 9.8.6 | Credit Management Technician (KASNEB) | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | 6 months Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 15,800/= | KASNEB |
| 9.8.7 | Investment and Securities Technician | KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) | 6 months Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 15,800/= | KASNEB |
| 9.8.8 | Certified Credit Professional | KCSE mean grade C+ (Plus) and C+ (Plus) in English & Maths | 6 months Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 15,800/= | KASNEB |
| Note: Applicants intending to take the june Examinations must be registered not later than 30th November of the previous year, while those intending to to take the December examination must register as students not later than the proceeding 31st May. | |||||
| Code | Course title | Minimum requirement/ Target Group | Duration | Fees | Exam body |
| 9.8.9 | Diploma in Tourism, Travel & Hospitality (ABE) Level 4. | KCSE mean grade D (Plain) | 12 months session Jan/May/Sept. | Kshs. 20,800/= | ABE |
| 9.8.10 | Higher Diploma in Tourism Travelling & Hospitality Management Level 5 (4 subjects per session). Other 4 subjects in session 2. | KCSE mean grade C (Plain) OR Diploma in Tourism, Travel & Hospitality Level 4. | 12 months | Kshs. 25,800/= | ABE |
| 9.8.11 | Graduate Diploma in Tourisms & Hospitality Management Level 6. | Higher Diploma in Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Management level 5. | 12 months | Kshs. 25,800/= | ABE |
| Note: All students who take ABE courses must register their membership with ABE and recieve membership number before applying to sit for the scheduled examination of the next series | |||||
| 9.8.12 | Higher Diploma in Business Management Parts I & II(KNEC) | A pass in ordinary Diploma or Degree from a recognized university | 6 months per module | Kshs. 33,000/= per part | KNEC |
| 9.8.13 | Higher Diploma in Secretarial Management (KNEC) | Single and Group Certificate Group III or Diploma Secretarial in studies | 4 terms Jan/May | Kshs. 76,000/= for 4 terms | KNEC |
| 9.8.14 | Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management (KNEC) | Diploma or Degree from a recognized university. | 4 Training terms Jan/May/Sept. weekends | Kshs. 19,000/= per term | KNEC |
| 9.8.15 | Higher Diploma in Entrepreneurship Studies | Diploma in Entrepreneurship Studies. | January/May 3 terms | Kshs 19,000/- per term | KNEC |
Full-Time Entrepreneurship Programmes
| 9.0 ENTREPRENEURSHIP | ||||
| 9.0 Diploma Courses (9 terms with Attachment) | ||||
| Code | Course Title | Minimum Requirements | Admission Time | Exam Body |
| 2922 | Diploma in Project Management | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 2814 | Diploma in Entrepreneurship Development | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
| 2807 | Diploma in Cooperative Development | KCSE mean grade C- (Minus). C- (Minus) in Maths/Physics. KNEC Craft Certificate for Module II | January (regular) September- Part Time | KNEC |
