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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Kenya

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

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  1. Diploma

    Postgraduate Diploma In computer science

    University of Nairobi 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu, Kenya

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  2. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Engineering

    KCA University 🇰🇪 Ruaraka, Kenya

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  3. Major

    Computer Science (Major)

    Daystar University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Mombasa, Kenya

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  4. Bachelor

    BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science

    Multimedia University of Kenya 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  6. Other programmes

    The International Computer Driving License (ICDL)

    KCA University 🇰🇪 Ruaraka, Kenya

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  7. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science

    Daystar University 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Mombasa, Kenya

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  8. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Science

    Kabarak University 🇰🇪 Kabarak, Nakuru, Nairobi, Kenya

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  9. Bachelor

    International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL)

    Multimedia University of Kenya 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  10. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering

    University of Eastern Africa, Baraton 🇰🇪 Eldoret, Kenya, Kenya

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  11. Master

    Master of Science in Software Engineering

    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  12. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Electronics and Computer Engineering

    Multimedia University of Kenya 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kenya

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  13. Diploma

    Diploma in computer science

    University of Nairobi 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu, Kenya

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  15. Certificate

    Certificate in Computer Maintenance and Network Engineering

    Mombasa Polytechnic 🇰🇪 G.P.O. MOMBASA, Kenya

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  16. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems

    Kenya Methodist University 🇰🇪 Meru, Nairobi, Nyeri, Nakuru, Mombasa, Kenya

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Phd in computer sciences

    University of Nairobi 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu, Kenya

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  18. Diploma

    Dip. in Computer and Network Engineering (Diploma)

    Mombasa Polytechnic 🇰🇪 G.P.O. MOMBASA, Kenya

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  19. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Information Systems

    Kenya Methodist University 🇰🇪 Meru, Nairobi, Nyeri, Nakuru, Mombasa, Kenya

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  20. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Science (SSP only) Town campus

    Egerton University 🇰🇪 Njoro, Kenya

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  21. Master

    M.sc. Applied computer science

    University of Nairobi 🇰🇪 Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu, Kenya

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  22. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) 🇰🇪 Kakamega, Kenya

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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Kenya – facts and figures

In Kenya, 24 universities and colleges offer 74 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 32 Bachelor, 3 Master and 1 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Nairobi, G.P.O. MOMBASA, Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu and Kasarani. Institutions with the widest choice: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Multimedia University of Kenya and Mombasa Polytechnic.

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 74 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 24 institutions in Kenya. Popular cities include Nairobi, G.P.O. MOMBASA and Nairobi, Kikuyu, Parklands, Lower Kabete, Upper Kabete, Chiromo, Kisumu.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in Kenya?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Multimedia University of Kenya, Mombasa Polytechnic, University of Nairobi and Institute of Advanced Technology.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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