KUCCPS List of diploma courses, Cut-Off Points and Cluster Requirements 2021-2022 

KUCCPS List of diploma courses, Cut-Off Points and Cluster Requirements 2021-2022 

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service, Kuccps has released a new list of diploma courses and their minimum requirements for the 2021-2022 academic period.

This new list of Kuccps diploma courses encompasses the name of the Kuccps diploma course, cluster requirements and cut off points for various universities and colleges.

Here is a list of KUCCPS diploma courses that you can choose from when making your kuccps diploma courses application (and their cluster requirements- where applicable).

KUCCPS diploma courses and cut off points
Here is a complete list of diploma courses in Kenya and cluster requirements according to KUCCPS:

Keep in mind that the list consists of KUCCPS government sponsored diploma courses:

KUCCPS diploma in education (Diploma in Teacher Education)

For those who’d like to become secondary school Diploma teachers in Kenya, the minimum grade is C+ (mean grade and not a C- as with most of the KUCCPS diploma courses)

Mean Grade: C+
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English and Math and a C+ grade in two teaching subjects
Diploma in Broadcast Journalism

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English and Kiswahili and the same grade (C) in one of the subjects in each of the following group of subjects:
Group 1: MATH /BIO/PHY/CHE/PHYSICS/BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES/GEO/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECON/AGRICULTURE

Group 2: MATH/BIO/PHY/CHE/GEOGRAPHY/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECONOMICS/FRENCH/GERMAN/ARABIC/KSL /ACCOUNTS/COMMERCE/BUSINESS STUDIES

Diploma in TV Programmes Production

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English and Kiswahili and the same grade (C) in one of the subjects in each of the following group of subjects:
Group 1: MATH /BIO/PHY/CHE/PHYSICS/BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES/GEO/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECON/AGRICULTURE

Group 2: MATH/BIO/PHY/CHE/GEOGRAPHY/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECONOMICS/FRENCH/GERMAN/ARABIC/KSL /ACCOUNTS/COMMERCE/BUSINESS STUDIES

Diploma in Radio Programs Production and Broadcasting

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English and Kiswahili and the same grade (C) in one of the subjects in each of the following group of subjects:
Group 1: MATH /BIO/PHY/CHE/PHYSICS/BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES/GEO/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECON/AGRICULTURE

Group 2: MATH/BIO/PHY/CHE/GEOGRAPHY/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECONOMICS/FRENCH/GERMAN/ARABIC/KSL /ACCOUNTS/COMMERCE/BUSINESS STUDIES

Diploma in Film/Video Programs Production (Camera Option)

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English, C- in Kiswahili and D+ in one of MAT/PHY/PSC
Diploma in Film/Video Programmes Production(Sound Option)

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English, C- in Kiswahili and D+ in one of MAT/PHY/PSC
Diploma in Film/Video Programmes Production(Editing Option)

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English and Kiswahili and the same grade (C) in one of the subjects in each of the following group of subjects:
Group 1: MATH /BIO/PHY/CHE/PHYSICS/BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES/GEO/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECON/AGRICULTURE

Group 2: MATH/BIO/PHY/CHE/GEOGRAPHY/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECONOMICS/FRENCH/GERMAN/ARABIC/KSL /ACCOUNTS/COMMERCE/BUSINESS STUDIES

Diploma in Film/ Video Programmes Production(Directing Option)

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English and Kiswahili and the same grade (C) in one of the subjects in each of the following group of subjects:
Group 1: MATH /BIO/PHY/CHE/PHYSICS/BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES/GEO/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECON/AGRICULTURE

Group 2: MATH/BIO/PHY/CHE/GEOGRAPHY/CRE/IRE/HRE/ECONOMICS/FRENCH/GERMAN/ARABIC/KSL /ACCOUNTS/COMMERCE/BUSINESS STUDIES

Diploma in Animation & Graphics Design

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English, C- in Kiswahili and D+ in Maths/Physics
Diploma in Media Technology

Mean Grade: C plain
Cluster requirements: C Plain in English/Kiswahili. You also need D+ in Maths/Physics and the same grade (D+) in Physics/Chemistry
Diploma in Public Relations & Creative Advertising

Mean Grade: C plain (no special cluster requirements)
Diploma in Journalism

Mean Grade: C plain (no special cluster requirements)
Diploma in Music & Dance

Mean Grade: C plain.
In addition, you must have scored a D+ grade in Music

Diploma in Sugar Agronomy

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D plus grade in both Math and English

Diploma in Computer Systems

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D plain grade in both Biology and Chemistry

Diploma In Early Childhood Education

Mean Grade: C plain and C- for disabled applicants (no special cluster requirements)
Diploma In Architecture

Mean Grade: C (plain).
In addition, you must have scored a C plain grade in both Maths and Physics. Plus, you must have a C plain grade in English/Kiswahili

Diploma In Quantity Surveying

Mean Grade: C (plain).
In addition, you must have scored a C plain grade in both Maths and Physics. Plus, you must have a C plain grade in English/Kiswahili

Diploma In Land Surveying

Mean Grade: C -(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a C minus grade in each of these subjects: English, Physics, and Maths

Diploma In Applied Biology

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D+ grade in biology.

Diploma in Analytical Chemistry

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D+ grade in chemistry.

Diploma In Agriculture /Diploma In General Agriculture

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D+ grade in both Biology and Agriculture.

Diploma In Community Health And Nutrition

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D+ grade in both Chemistry and Biology. Plus, you must have a D plus grade in English/Kiswahili and a D plain grade in Home science/Agriculture

Diploma In Food Science And Technology / Diploma In Food Technology / Diploma In Food Science And Processing Technology

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D+ grade in both Chemistry and Biology. Plus, you must have a D plus grade in English/Kiswahili and a D plain grade in Home science/Agriculture

Diploma In Pharmaceutical Technology

Mean Grade: C (plain).
In addition, you must have scored a C plain grade in each of the following: English/Kiswahili, Maths/Physics, Chemistry/Physical sciences, and Biology/Biological Sciences.

Diploma In Nutrition & Dietetic Management / Diploma In Nutrition & Dietetics/ Diploma In Food Nutrition & Dietetics

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D+ (plus) grade in each of the following: Chemistry/Physical, Biology/Biological Sciences, and English/Kiswahili. The final requirement is a D plain grade in one of Physics/Math/HomeScience/Agriculture/General Sciences

Diploma In Medical Laboratory Technology

Mean Grade: C
Other subjects: English/Kiswahili: C plain Math/Physics:C plain Chemistry:C plain Biology:C plain

Diploma In Photogrammetry & Remote Sensing

Mean Grade: C-
Other subjects: English: C- Math:C- Physics: C-

Diploma In Cartography

Mean Grade: C-
Other subjects: English: C- Math:C- Geography: C-

Diploma In Map Reproduction(Printing)

Mean Grade: C-
Other subjects: English: C- Math:C- Chemistry: C-

Diploma in Water Resources

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D+ (plus) grade in each of the following: Math, Physics, Chemistry/Physical Sciences, and Biology.

Diploma In Water Engineering

Mean Grade: C-
Other subjects: You should have D+ in Math/Chemistry/Physical Sciences/Biology

Diploma In Water Technology(Water Supply Option)/Diploma In Water Technology

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
In addition, you must have scored a D+ (plus) grade in each of the following: Math, Physics, Chemistry/Physical Sciences, and Biology.

Diploma in Tax Administration

Mean Grade: C plain
Other subjects: English: C- Math:C-

Diploma in Customs Administration

Mean Grade: C plain
Other subjects: English: C- Math:C-

Diploma in Agricultural Education & Extension

Mean Grade: C+
Other subjects: English/kiswahili: C plain Math:C+ Biology:C+ Agriculture:C+

Diploma in Agricultural-Irrigation& Drainage Engineering OR Diploma in Irrigation&Drainage Engineering

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
Other subjects:English/kiswahili: D plain Math😀 plain Physics/Chemistry😀 plain Biology/Agriculture/Geography/Home science/Business studies:C-

Diploma in Agricultural Extension & Community Development

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
Other subjects:English/kiswahili: D plain Math😀 plain Physics/Chemistry😀 plain Biology/Agriculture/Geography/Home science/Business studies:C-

Diploma in Animal Production & Health Management

Mean Grade: C –(minus).
Other subjects:English/kiswahili: D plain Math😀 plain Physics/Chemistry😀 plain Biology/Agriculture/Geography/Home science/Business studies:C-

KUCCPS diploma courses – courses that just need a C- (no special cluster requirements)
Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Diploma in corporate governance
Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology/ Diploma In Civil Engineering
Diploma In Building And Civil Engineering
Diploma In Building Technology
Diploma In Building & Construction
Diploma In Building Construction Technology/ Diploma In Building & Construction Technology
Diploma In Construction Plant
Diploma In Construction Plant Engineering
Diploma In Road Construction
Diploma In Plant And Services Engineering
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering (Automotive Option)
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering ( Plant)
Diploma In Mechanical Production Technician
Diploma In Mechanical Engineering (Production Option)
Diploma In Mechatronics
Diploma In Mechatronic Engineering
Diploma In Electrical& Electronic Engineering(Telecommunication Option)
Diploma In Electrical And Electronics (Telecommunication)
Diploma In Electrical/ Electronics Technology (Telecommunication)
Diploma In Telecommunication Engineering
Diploma In Technology (Telecommunication & Information Engineering)
Diploma In Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Diploma In Electrical And Electronics
Diploma In Electrical Engineering(Electronics)
Diploma In Technology In Electronic Engineering
Diploma In Technology In Electrical Power Engineering
Diploma In Electrical Engineering
Diploma In Automotive Engineering
Diploma In Motor Vehicle Mechanics
Diploma In Electrical (Instrumentation)/Diploma In Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Control & Instrumentation)/ Diploma In Electrical Electronics (Instrumentation)/ Diploma In Electrical And Electronics Engineering (Instrumentation & Control)/ Diploma In Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Power Option)/ Diploma In Electrical And Electronics Technology (Power)Tre
Diploma In Technology (Instrumentation & Control)
Diploma in Community Development & Social Work / Diploma in Social Work & Community Development
Diploma In Community Development
Diploma In Community Development And Counselling
Diploma In Community Health & HIV Management
Diploma In Marketing
Diploma In Accountancy
Diploma In Accountancy & Finance
Accounting Technician Diploma(KASNEB)
Diploma in Sale & Marketing
Diploma In Business Management
Diploma In Business Administration
Diploma In Business Administration/Management
Diploma In Co-Operative Management
Diploma In Human Resource Management
Diploma In Banking & Finance
Diploma In Micro-Finance
Diploma In Banking
Diploma In Credit Management
Diploma In Project Management
Diploma In In Supply Chain Management / Diploma In Purchasing And Supplies Management/ Diploma In Supplies Management/ Diploma In Procurement And Materials Management/ Diploma In Procurement And Supply Chain Management
Diploma In Road Transport Management
Diploma In Logistics And Transport Management
Diploma In Freight Management
Diploma In Public Relations
Diploma In Risk Management And Insurance
Diploma In Front Office Operations And Customer Care
Diploma In Secretarial Studies And Office Management/ Diploma In Secretarial Studies/ Diploma In Secretarial Studies (Computerised)/ Diploma In Computerized Secretarial Studies
Diploma in Food & Beverage
Diploma In Food & Beverage Management
Diploma In Food & Beverage Prod,Sales & Services Management
Diploma In Food And Beverage Production And Service
Diploma In Catering & Accommodation Management
Diploma in Catering And Hotel Management
Diploma In Housekeeping Management
Diploma In Tour Guiding
Diploma In Tourism And Hospitality Management
Diploma In Tourism Management
Diploma In Technology (Tourism And Travel Management)
Diploma In Travel,Tourism & Hospitality
Diploma In International Tourism
Diploma In Technology (Event And Convention Management)
Diploma In Tours And Travel
Diploma In Wildlife Management
Diploma In Catering & Accommodation Operations
Diploma In Baking Technology
Diploma In Clothing & Textile
Diploma In Fashion & Garment Making
Diploma In Fashion Design & Clothing Technology
Diploma In Fashion Design/Garment Making Technology
Diploma In Fashion Design
Diploma In Art And Design
Diploma In Environmental Management
Diploma In Environmental Science
Diploma In Enviromental Health Sciences
Diploma In Medical Engineering/ Diploma In Technology Medical Engineering
Diploma In Computer Science
Diploma In Information & Communication Technology/ Diploma In Information Communication Technician/ Diploma In Information And Communication Technology (Ict)
Diploma In Information Technology
Diploma In Business Information Technology
Diploma In Guidance And Counselling
Diploma In Counselling Psychology
Diploma In Information Science
Diploma In Library & Information Studies/ Diploma In Library Information Studies
Diploma In Information Science Level Six(Tvet-Cdacc)
Diploma In Archives And Records Management
Diploma In Applied Statistics
Diploma In Journalism & Media/ Diploma In Journalism/ Diploma In Mass Communication
Diploma In Agricultural Engineering
Diploma In Chemical Engineering
Diploma In Sustainable Agriculture And Rural Development
Diploma In Horticulture/ Diploma In Horticultural Production
Diploma In Fisheries And Aquatic Sciences
Diploma In Marine Engineering
Diploma In Nautical Sciences
Diploma In Health Promotion And Education
Diploma In Sports Administration And Management
Diploma In County Governance And Ethics
Diploma In Graphic Design
Diploma In Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
Diploma In Petroleum And Geoscience
Diploma In Welding And Fabrication
Diploma In Petroleum Management
Diploma In Airport Operations
Diploma In Entrepreneurial Agriculture
Diploma In Entrepreneurship
Diploma In Entrepreneurship Development
Diploma In Farm Business Management
Diploma In Agripreneurship
Diploma In Dairy Farm Management
Diploma In Agribusiness Management
Diploma In Agriculture And Biotechnology
Diploma In Water Engineering
Diploma In Catering & Accommodation Management

KUCCPS diploma courses – courses that just need a C plain (no cluster requirements)
Diploma In Water And Waste Water Laboratory Technology
Diploma In Water And Sanitation Engineering
Diploma In Science Laboratory Technology
Diploma in Child Care And Protection
NB: Compulsory subjects ( Kiswahili, English,Math) may be employed when measuring merit for courses where only the mean grade is set as the sole Entry Requirement.

KUCCPS diploma courses and cluster points – frequently asked questions

How long does a KUCCPS diploma course take in Kenya?
TVET diploma courses take 3 years on average. Note that most are KNEC/CDACC Examined.

Does KUCCPS sponsor diploma students?
Yes. KUCCPS sponsors students to the tune of Kshs.30000/- per year (this is the annual capitation). Part of this amount is sent to the institution to cater for tuition fees while the balance is wired to the student’s bank account to cater for their upkeep.

What are the best diploma courses in Kenya?
Because most of the kuccps business diploma courses are flooded (many unemployed youths hold these diplomas), we recommend that you pursue a technical diploma course such as building, mechanical engineering, refrigeration& air conditioning, etc.

The best thing about these courses is that you can easily employ yourself if jobs are not forthcoming.

Who is eligible for KUCCPS diploma courses?
Any student who have a KCSE certificate (from this year all the way back to year 2000) can apply for placement in kuccps diploma and certificate courses (and even degree courses).

Note that to be eligible, those from earlier years should not have attended a college under KUCCPS sponsorship previously.

What are the current kuccps diploma courses qualifications?
The general qualification is a C- mean grade (minimum in your KCSE). However, some courses need a C plain and others a C+. See the earlier sections for the complete list of kuccps diploma courses and requirements.