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KNQA Level 7 • Higher National Diploma

Higher Diploma Programmes & Unit Outlines

Specialized mastery in engineering, applied sciences, and technical management.

Entry: Recognized Diploma in Relevant Field
Duration: 1 - 2 Years
Accreditation: KNEC / TVET CDACC / Technical Universities
Next Step: Advanced Professional Practice / Postgraduate Studies
Higher Diploma Overview
Total Programmes 51 Courses
Semester Units 617+ Units
Curriculum Body KNEC / TVET CDACC...
Framework Level KNQA Level 7

Accredited Higher Diploma Programmes

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Agri-Preneurship

Comprehensive Agri-Preneurship curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Agriculture And Extension

Comprehensive Agriculture And Extension curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Analytical Chemistry Technician

Comprehensive Analytical Chemistry Technician curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 10 Units

Animal Production Technology

Comprehensive Animal Production Technology curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Applied Biology Technician

Comprehensive Applied Biology Technician curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Applied Statistician

Comprehensive Applied Statistician curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Architecture

Comprehensive Architecture curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Autobody Technology

Comprehensive Autobody Technology curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Automotive Engineering Technology

Comprehensive Automotive Engineering Technology curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Banking And Finance

Comprehensive Banking And Finance curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Biomedical Engineering Technologist

Comprehensive Biomedical Engineering Technologist curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Building Techncian

Comprehensive Building Techncian curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Cartography And Gis Technology

Comprehensive Cartography And Gis Technology curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Catering And Accommodation Management

Comprehensive Catering And Accommodation Management curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Child Protection

Comprehensive Child Protection curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Civil Engineering

Comprehensive Civil Engineering curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Construction Plant Technology

Comprehensive Construction Plant Technology curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Cooperative Management

Comprehensive Cooperative Management curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Advancement Beyond Higher Diploma

Higher Diploma holders can seamlessly transition to higher qualifications: Advanced Professional Practice / Postgraduate Studies. YNetStudyHub provides continuous curriculum revision support across every milestone of your higher education journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Higher Diploma

Key information regarding entry requirements, duration, and study materials.

Entry to Higher Diploma courses is governed by KUCCPS, CUE, and TVET guidelines. Specific requirements depend on the programme and cluster subjects, with standard pathways through direct KCSE grades or credit transfer from the preceding qualification tier.

Most Higher Diploma programmes comprise between 12 and 48 semester units organized across academic years, covering core competencies, elective specializations, and practical industrial attachment / research project.

Click on any course above to see the full unit outline. Inside each unit, you will find topic-by-topic lecture notes, interactive quiz questions, Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs), and past examination papers.

Upon graduation from a Higher Diploma, you can transition directly to the next academic level on the KNQA framework or pursue industry professional certifications.