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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

Cosmetology

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Counselling

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Credit Management

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

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Higher Diploma 10 Units

Dairy Plant Management

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Electrical Engineering Technology

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Fashion

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Food And Beverage Management

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

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Higher Diploma 10 Units

Horticultural Technologist

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Human Resource Management

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Industrial Automation And Robotics Technology

Comprehensive Industrial Automation And Robotics Technology curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Industrial Chemistry Technology

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Industrial Mechatronics Technology

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Instrumentation And Control Technician

Comprehensive Instrumentation And Control Technician curriculum units, topic lecture summaries, practical competencies, and examination past papers.

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Land Survey

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Library And Information Management

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Marketing Management

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Mechanical Plant Technology

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

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Higher Diploma 8 Units

Network System Administration

Comprehensive Network System Administration 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.