SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND
Career Opportunities:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SCIT)
Application Developers
(Mobile, Web, Desktop)
Network Security Experts
Information Technology (IT) Department
Digital Marketers
Data Scientists
Network Administrators
Systems Analysts
Database Administrators
System Administrators
Software Architects
Interaction Designers
Business Development
Business Process Analyst
You can train in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) from
a prestigious University right here in Kenya and qualify with to date computer skills greatly sought in the job market today! Our partnership with
leading industry players and International collaborators ensure graduates
acquire relevant knowledge and skills through research, specialized courses and project management.
AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
Information Technology Department
Managers
ICT Project Managers
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF
Knowledge Managers
P. O. Box 62000, Nairobi, KENYA.
Telephone: 067- 52252/3/4, 067-52711
Business Analytics Experts
Ecommerce Experts
Extn. 2834, Mobile: 0734643578
Fax: 067-52254 Email: [email protected]
MASTERS PROGRAMMES IN ICT
Training Approach
Our courses emphasize an approach through which the tutor and
students focus on the applications of the skills being learned. Students
are given hands-on experience and learn how to apply their knowledge
in a real working environment. Employers have the value of this competency-based approach. Employers have been quick to recognize the
value of this competency-based approach.
Industry
This training is modeled with practical skills-based approach and flexibility, making it ideal for industrial and business staff development and
training schemes. It closes the gap between theory and practice and
between training and work. Our cooperation with industry players in
teaching and curriculum review offer direct certification in Databases,
Cloud Computing, Mobile Application Development, Information Security, Data Science, etc.
Mode of Study
Full-Time Basis, Evening/Weekend Basis, School-Based and Online Basis
MSc. in Information Technology
Msc Application Requirements
APPLICATION Requirements:
i) Three duly filled registration forms - to be obtained
from BPS upon payment of the required fees
ii) Three passport size photos.
iii) Copies of relevant Certificates.
iv) Copy of ID or Passport
MSc. in Business Computing
MSc. in ICT Integration in Education and
Instructional Design
For enquires, please contact
The Director, School of Computing and Information Technology,
JKUAT
P O Box 62000—00200 NAIROBI
Website:www.jkuat.ac.ke
Email:[email protected]
Courses Offered
1. MSc. in Information Technology
The programme provides graduates with broad technical understanding of current and emerging technologies in the Information
Technology field. The course comprises of internal course assessment, assignments, projects and seminars.
Programme Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
2. MSc. Business Computing
The programme provides graduates with business, management skills
and computing expertise. The course covers the application and
development of key computer technologies, in Data Science as well
as business management principles.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of facts, concepts,
theories and principles of business computing including Data
Science, Mobile Computing, Information Technology Security,
Ecommerce etc.
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Examine the principles and theories underlying applied
Information Technology;
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Update skills in current and emerging technologies in Information Technology;
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Discuss and use methods for extracting business intelligence
from data;
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Use IT best practices to drive productivity and competitive
advantage and apply IT in organizational decision making;
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Demonstrate understanding of entrepreneurship;
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Gain new knowledge of the technical and regulatory issues
surrounding the Internet.
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Provide consultancy and advisory services in business computing;
Course Requirements
Course Requirements
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Holders of a Bachelor degree in Computing/Computer
Science/Information Technology/Business Information
Technology/Computer Technology/Computer Engineering
or related field of at least Upper Second Class Honors
from a recognized University
Holders of a Bachelor degree in Computing/Computer
Science/Information Technology/Business Information
Technology/Computer Technology/Computer Engineering
or related field of at least Lower Second Class Honors
from a recognized University with at least three year’s
experience
Holders of a Bachelor in Computing/Computer Science/
Information Technology/Business Information Technology/
Computer Technology/Computer Engineering or related
field a degree with a Pass and working experience of at
least five years.
Programme Structure
 The programme shall run for a minimum of two academic
years for full time students and three academic years for
part-time students.
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For full time students the first academic year shall have
two semesters. Each semester shall have six units. The
second year shall be devoted to project leading to a thesis.
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For part-time students the first and the second academic
years shall be divided into three semesters, each semester
shall have two units. The third year shall be devoted to
project leading to a thesis.
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Holders of a Bachelor degree in Computing/Computer Science/
Information Technology/Business Information Technology/
Computer Technology/Computer Engineering or related field of
at least Upper Second Class Honors from a recognized University
Holders of a Bachelor degree in Computing/Computer Science/
Information Technology/Business Information Technology/
Computer Technology/Computer Engineering or related field of
at least Lower Second Class Honors from a recognized University with at least three years experience
Programme Structure

The programme shall run for a minimum of two academic years
for full time students and three academic years for part-time
students.

For full time students the first academic year shall have two
semesters. Each semester shall have six units. The second year
shall be devoted to project leading to a thesis.

For part-time students the first and the second academic years
shall be divided into three semesters, each semester shall have
two units. The third year shall be devoted to project leading to
a thesis.
3. MSc. ICT Integration in Education and Instructional
Design
The program provides graduates with required and relevant skills for integration of ICT in teaching and learning in the new digital age. This a conversion program therefore any bachelors degree in any field from a recognized
university meeting the criteria below is legible.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
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Define instructional design concepts and describe some major approaches to instructional design;
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Discuss the principles of adult learning that should be observed in the
design and delivery of training;
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Describe the instructional design process and specific instructional
design strategies and best practices;
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Design training sessions for ICT policymakers and implementers in our
country that are underpinned by effective and appropriate instructional
design principles and strategies
Course Requirements
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Holders of a Bachelor degree of at least Upper Second Class Honors
from a recognized University;
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Holders of a Bachelor degree of at least Lower Second Class Honors
from a recognized University with at least three years experience;
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Holders of a Bachelor a degree with a Pass and working experience of
at least five years.
Programme Structure
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The programme shall run for a minimum of two academic years for full
time students and three academic years for part-time students
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For full time students the first academic year shall comprise a minimum
of twelve (12) course units while the second academic year shall comprise six (6) units. Each semester shall have six units. The second semester of the second year shall be devoted to the research project.
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For part-time students the first and the second academic years shall be
divided into three semesters, each semester shall have two units. The
third year shall be devoted to the research project.