Courses Offered At Meru National Polytechnic And Fee Structure

This article lists all courses offered at Meru National Polytechnic and their fee structure. Meru National Polytechnic is a TVET institution located along the Meru-Nanyuki highway, approximately 3 km away from Meru Town. It is among the ten national polytechnics in Kenya.

Courses Offered At Meru National Polytechnic

Meru National Polytechnic offers a comprehensive range of programs, including 6 Higher Diploma Courses, over 33 Diploma courses, 31 Craft courses, and 6 Artisan courses. We’ve compiled the list of courses grouped according to departments below including their requirements.

Department of Tourism And Institutional Management

Diploma In Food & Beverage Management
Diploma In Catering & Accommodation
Diploma In Food Processing Technology
Certificate In Food & Beverage
Certificate In Catering & Accommodation
Certificate In Tour Guide Operations
Artisan In Beauty Therapy & Hairdressing
Artisan In Food & Beverage

Department of Applied Science

Diploma In Applied Biology

Diploma In Analytical Chemistry
Diploma In Beauty Therapy & Hairdressing
Diploma In Environmental Science & Technology
Certificate In Science Laboratory Technology
Certificate In Beauty Therapy & Hairdressing

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Diploma In Automotive Engineering
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option)
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering (Production Option)
Diploma In Driving Instructor
Certificate In Automotive Technology
Certificate In Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option)
Certificate In Mechanical Engineering (Production Option)
Artisan In Motor Vehicle Mechanics Welding (Manual Arc Welder For Mild Steel)
Mechanical Technology/maintenance Of Lathe Machine Operator
Building And Civil Engineering
Diploma In Building Construction Technology
Diploma In Civil Engineering Diploma In Quantity Survey
Certificate In Building Technology
Certificate In Plumbing
Artisan In Plumbing Applied Sciences And Cosmetology

Department of Business Management And Accountancy

Diploma In Business Management
Diploma In Supply Chain Management
Diploma In Human Resource Management
Diploma In Sales & Marketing
Computerized Secretarial Studies
Diploma In Social Work & Community Development
Diploma In Co-operative Management
Diploma In Accountancy
Diploma In Project Management
Diploma In Road Transport Management
Certificate In Human Resource Management
Certificate In Supply Chain Management
Certificate In Business Management
Certificate In Social Work & Community Development
Certificate In Co-operative Management
Certificate In Sales & Marketing
Certificate In Clerical Operations

Department of Agriculture

Diploma In Agriculture
Diploma In Agricultural Engineering
Certificate In Agriculture
Certificate In Entrepreneurial Agriculture
Modern Methods Of Agribusiness

Department of Information Communication Technology & Informatics

Diploma In Information Communication Technology
Certificate In Information Communication Technology
Diploma In Information Studies (Library Studies)
Diploma In Archives & Library Information Studies
Certificate In Information Studies (Library Science)
Certificate In Archives & Library Information Studies

Department of Electrical And Electronic Engineering

Diploma In Electrical And Electronics Engineering (Power Option)
Certificate In Electrical And Electronics Engineering (Power Option)
Certificate In Telecommunication Engineering
Artisan In Electrical Installation Instrumentation And Control (Simple Automation Control Inspector)

Course Requirements

Higher Diploma Course

Diploma in the respective course.

Diploma Course

KCSE Mean Grade: A minimum mean grade of C minus (C-) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) is required. Additionally, there may be specific subject requirements depending on the chosen program. Applications for Diploma courses can be submitted through KUCCPS.
Alternatively, individuals who have completed a relevant Certificate course can apply for Diploma programs directly at their preferred institution.

Certificate Course

KCSE Mean Grade: A minimum mean grade of D plus (D+) in KCSE is necessary for admission. Applications for Certificate courses can be made through KUCCPS.
Holders of Craft Certificates in the same course can apply directly to their preferred institution for admission into Certificate programs.

Craft courses

KCSE Mean Grade: A minimum mean grade of D plain (D plain) in KCSE is required.

Meru National Polytechnic Fee Structure

Government-Sponsored Students (KUCCPS)

Fee Item	Amount in Ksh
Personal Emoluments	12,710
Electricity Water and Conservation	1,200
Local Transport and Traveling	2,400
Repair, Maintenance and Improvement	3,000
Activity Fees	2,250
Student Welfare	400
Student ID	250
KUCCPS Application Fees	1,500
Registration Fee	600
Caution Money	500
Total	29,670

Self Sponsored Students

Fee Item	Amount in Ksh
School Equipment and Stores	30,000
Activity Fees	2,250
Caution Money	500
Electricity Water and Conservation	1,200
KUCCPS Application Fees	1,500
Local Transport and Traveling	2,400
Personal Emoluments	12,710
Registration Fee	600
Repair, Maintenance, and Improvement	3,000
Student ID	250
Student Welfare	400
Total	59,670

The accommodation fee is Ksh 5,250 per term and should only be paid after payment of institution fees. Meals are also not included as the school’s meals are paid on a Pay As You Eat basis.

How to apply

In order to secure admission at Meru National Polytechnic, you are required to apply through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS). The KUCCPS facilitates the application process for various programs offered by TVET institutions in Kenya.

You can also apply directly at the institutions by meeting the specified grade requirements and following the application procedures.