Kiambu Institute Of Science & Technology (KIST) Courses And Fee Structure

This article highlights the Kiambu Institute of Science & Technology (KIST) courses, fees, and requirements. KIST is a fully registered and accredited TVET institution located in Kiambu town about 14 kilometres from Nairobi city centre.

Since its inception in 1973, KIST has grown to offer about 40 courses in diplomas, certificates, and artisan certificates aimed toward promoting research, innovation, and technological development and advancement. These courses are grouped into nine academic departments namely

  1. Applied Sciences
  2. Baking Technology
  3. Building and Civil Engineering
  4. Business, Entrepreneurship and Social Studies
  5. Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  6. Hospitality
  7. ICT and Computer Studies
  8. Industrial Mechatronics
  9. Mechanical and automotive engineering

List Of Courses Offered At Kiambu Institute of Science & Technology (KIST) and Fees Structure

1. Applied Sciences Department

  • Certificate in General Agriculture
  • Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (Modular)
  • Diploma in Applied Biology (Modular)
  • Diploma in Applied Statistics (TEP)
  • Diploma in Environmental Science and Technology (Modular)
  • Diploma In General Agriculture (Modular)
  • Diploma in Industrial Chemistry (Modular)

Fees Per Term

Diploma- KES 28,210

Certificate- KES 28,210

Artisan Certificate- KES 28,210

2. Building and Civil Engineering Department

  • Artisan in Masonry
  • Artisan in Plumbing Works
  • Certificate in Building Technology (Modular)
  • Certificate in Plumbing Works (TEP)
  • Diploma in Architecture (Modular)
  • Diploma in Building Technology (Modular)
  • Diploma in Civil Engineering (Modular)
  • Diploma in Quantity Surveying (TEP)

Fees Per Term

Diploma- KES 28,210

Certificate- KES 28,210

Artisan Certificate- KES 28,210

3. Business, Entrepreneurship, and Social Studies Department

  • Certificate in Business Management (Modular)
  • Certificate in Human Resource Management (Modular)
  • Certificate in Sales and Marketing (Modular)
  • Diploma in Banking and Finance (TEP)
  • Diploma in Business Management (Modular)
  • Diploma in Computerized Secretarial (Modular)
  • Diploma in Guidance and Counseling (Modular)
  • Diploma in Human Resource Management (Modular)
  • Diploma in Sales and Marketing (Modular)
  • Diploma in Social Work (Modular)
  • Diploma in Supply Chain Management (Modular)

Fees Per Term

Diploma- KES 28,210

Certificate- KES 28,210

Artisan Certificate- KES 28,210

4. Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department

  • Artisan in Electrical Installation
  • Craft Certificate in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Power Option)
  • Craft Certificate in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Telecommunication Option)
  • Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Instrumentation Option)
  • Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Power Option)
  • Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Telecommunication Option)

Fees Per Term

Diploma- KES 28,210

Certificate- KES 28,210

Artisan Certificate- KES 28,210

5. Hospitality Department

  • Certificate In Clothing Technology
  • Certificate In Food And Beverage
  • Diploma In Food And Beverage

Fees Per Term

Diploma- KES 28,210

Certificate- KES 28,210

Artisan Certificate- KES 28,210

6. ICT and Computer Studies Department

  • Certificate in Information Communication Technology
  • Diploma in Information Communication Technology
  • Internation Computer Driving Licence

Fees Per Term

Diploma- KES 28,210

Certificate- KES 28,210

Artisan Certificate- KES 28,210

7. Baking Technology Department

  • Certificate in Baking Technology
  • Diploma in Baking Technology
  • Diploma in Nutriton and Dietetics

Fees Per Term

Diploma- KES 28,210

Certificate- KES 28,210

Artisan Certificate- KES 28,210

Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) Contacts

For more information about KIST courses, requirements,s or any other inquiries, reach out to them through the channels below.

Phone:0727 807-713 / 0734-207-663 / 020-3522550

Email: principal@kist.ac.ke

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