Eldoret National Polytechnic (TENP) is one of Kenya’s leading technical institutions, providing quality education in various fields, including engineering, business, health sciences, agriculture, hospitality, and applied sciences. The polytechnic offers a wide range of courses at different levels, including diploma, certificate, and artisan programs. Below is a detailed list of the courses offered by Eldoret Polytechnic, categorized by department.
Key Takeaways
- Eldoret Polytechnic offers diploma, certificate, and artisan programs.
- It has strong industry links, with a high graduate placement rate.
- The polytechnic provides courses in applied sciences, business, engineering, and more.
Departments and Courses Offered at Eldoret Polytechnic
1. Department of Applied Sciences
- Diploma Programs:
- Science Laboratory Technician Level 6
- Applied Statistics Level 6
- Applied Biology Level 6
- Analytical Chemistry Level 6
- Industrial Chemistry Level 6
- Textile Engineering Level 6
- Geophysical Exploration Technology Level 6
- Leather Technology Diploma Level 5
- Petroleum Geo-Science Diploma Level 5
- Craft Certificates:
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Petroleum Geo-Science
- Tannery & Leather Works
2. Business Studies Department
- Diploma Programs:
- Accounting Technician Diploma (ATD)
- Certified Public Accountants (Foundation)
- Banking & Finance Diploma
- Accountancy (TEP)
- Human Resource Management Diploma
- Business Management Diploma
- Project Management Diploma
- Supply Chain Management Diploma
- Higher Diploma in Entrepreneurship
- Craft Certificates:
- Information Communication Technology
- Salesmanship
- Secretarial Studies
- Banking & Finance
- Accounting
- Human Resource Management
3. Computing and I.T. Department
- Diploma Programs:
- Information Science Diploma
- Information Communication Technology Diploma
- Craft Certificate:
- Library, Archives, and Information Services
4. Civil and Building Technology Department
- Diploma Programs:
- Land Survey Diploma
- Water Engineering Diploma
- Civil Engineering Diploma
- Building Technology Diploma
- Architecture Diploma
- Craft Certificates:
- Water Engineering
- Building Technology
- Plumbing & Pipe Fitting
- Roads & Bridges Construction
- Land Survey
5. Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department
- Diploma Programs:
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Power, Telecommunication, Instrumentation & Control)
- Craft Certificate:
- Electrical & Electronics Technology (Power Option)
6. Health Sciences Department
- Diploma Programs:
- Health Records and Information Technology
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Medical Engineering
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Pharmaceutical Technology
- Craft Certificates:
- Nutrition & Dietetics
7. Hospitality and Institutional Management Department
- Diploma Programs:
- Tourism Management Diploma
- Catering & Accommodation Management
- Food and Beverage Management
- Fashion Design & Clothing Technology
- Craft Certificates:
- Tour Guiding & Operation
- Catering & Accommodation
- Food & Beverage Production
8. Mechanical Engineering Department
- Diploma Programs:
- Agriculture Engineering Diploma
- Mechanical Engineering (Production, Construction Plant, Plant)
- Welding & Fabrication Diploma
- Craft Certificates:
- Welding & Fabrication
- Mechanical Engineering (Production)
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
- Automotive Technician
- Agriculture Engineering
9. Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Department
- Diploma Programs:
- Environmental Science & Technology
- Food Science & Processing Technology
- Entrepreneurial Agriculture
- General Agriculture
- Craft Certificates:
- General Agriculture
Eldoret Polytechnic Course Requirements
- Certificate Courses: Minimum of Grade D+ (KCSE) with the relevant subject combination.
- Diploma Courses: Minimum of Grade C- (KCSE) with the relevant subject combination.
Eldoret Polytechnic Fees
The tuition fees for the academic year are set by the Ministry of Education and include various practical, medical, and library charges. The total estimated fee structure is:
- Tuition: KSh 34,120
- Medical fee: KSh 2,000
- Class practical fee: KSh 4,000
- Library levy: KSh 800
- Sports and student union: KSh 1,200
- Total: KSh 56,420 (per year)
Eldoret Polytechnic Intake
The polytechnic has three intakes every year:
- January
- May
- September
Applications can be made through the KUCCPS portal.
Contact Details
- Main Campus:
- Postal Address: P.O. Box 4461, Eldoret
- Phone: 0202045737 / 0708212633
- Email: [email protected]
- Town Campus:
- Postal Address: P.O. Box 4461, Eldoret
- Phone: 0202045737 / 0708212633
- Email: [email protected]
