Entry Requirements
Diploma examinations
A person seeking to be registered as a student for any of the diploma examinations must show evidence of being a holder of one of the following minimum qualifications:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination with an aggregate average of at least grade C- (C minus) or its equivalent.
- Such other certificates and other qualifications from recognized institutions as may be approved by kasneb.
Duration: 6 Months
Delivery Method: Online
Fee Structure
| Full Course Fees | |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | KES 1,000.00 ($ 10.00) |
| Certification Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Administration Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Internal Exam Fee | KES 5,000.00 ($ 50.00) |
| External Exam Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Examining Body Membership Fee * | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Tuition Fee | KES 20,000.00 ($ 200.00) |
| Fees Totals | KES 26,000.00 ($ 260.00) |
| * Examining Body Membership Fee may be payable through us or directly to the Examining Body | |
All Fees are payable in lumpusm or in installments, for details see below.
Breakdown per semester,
| Trimester | Total Per Trimester |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | KES 13,000.00 ($ 130.00) |
| Trimester 2 | KES 13,000.00 ($ 130.00) |
| Total | KES 26,000.00 ($ 260.00) |
NB: Fees are payable in 3 installments as detailed below:
The trimester fees of KES 13,000.00 ($ 130.00) is payable in 3 installments of KES 4,333.33 ($ 43.33)
Course Requirements
All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs
Practical Requirements (where applicable)
For courses that require practicals, a separate fee is chargable (not included in fee structure above) as follows:
- Short courses - KES 5,000
- Certificate courses - KES 7,500
- Diploma courses - KES 10,000
Course Units/Overview
Diploma in Information Communication Technology
DICT101: Introduction to Computing
DICT102: Computer Mathematics
DICT103: Entrepreneurship and Communication
DICT104: Computer Applications Practical I
| Unit ID | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| DICT101 | Introduction To Computing |
| DICT102 | Computer Mathematics |
| DICT103 | Entrepreneurship And Communication |
| DICT104 | Computer Applications Practical I |
Course Description
Course Overview
Diploma in Information Communication Technology (DICT) Level 1 is a KASNEB diploma course that consists of 3 levels. DICT Level 1 covers four papers. These four papers include:
- Introduction to computing
- Computer Mathematics
- Entrepreneurship and Communication
- Computer Applications Practical I
Finstock Evarsity College offers a 6month online program examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate is issued upon completion of the course. This program aims at preparing you for the DICT exams prepared externally by KASNEB. After passing the KASNEB exams you will be able to get a DICT certification.
This course imparts knowledge, skills, values and attitudes to, among other competencies such as:
Undertaking consultancy and advisory services in ICT
System developing
System programming
Undertaking network administration and maintenance
What is the minimum required grade required to do DICT Level 1?
For you to enroll for the course you should show evidence of being a holder of one of the following minimum qualifications:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination with an aggregate average of at least grade C- (C minus) or its equivalent.
- Such other certificates and other qualifications from recognized institutions as may be approved by kasneb.
Mode of Delivery
Finstock Evarsity College offers you an online platform to ease your studies. A student is provided with Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials. We also offer an optional online meeting via zoom and google meet when you need clarification as you study. If the student has questions, they may also contact their lecturer on the platform. Therefore, study time as well as duration is flexible and fits into the student’s convenience.
Career opportunities
This course enables one to become
- Technician in System development
- Technician in System programming
- Network administrator
- Technician in system maintenance
- ICT consultant and practitioner.
Reasons why you should study this course
Gain knowledge on computing
Learn Computer applications
Learn Entrepreneurship and Communication skills
Gain knowledge on Computer Mathematics.
What we offer
Now that you have a better idea of where DICT can take you—it’s time to start dreaming big. These careers only represent the baseline of the kind of work you can do.
Are you passionate about technology? Do you feel drawn to making big moves in the technology field? Many employers in the ICT industry prefer to employ technicians in systems development and systems programming and network administrators who possess DICT certification.
But it all starts with the DICT Level 1 course. Get your journey started by enrolling at Finstock Evarsity college and learning more.
A candidate must pass the lower part before ascending to the next part. Pass DICT Level 1 before proceeding to level 2
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Course Instructor(s)
TBA
Examining Body
KASNEB
FAQs
Q1. How many intakes are there?
There are three intakes in a year as follows:
|
Cohort |
Name |
Term Period |
Months |
Registration Window |
|
January Intake |
Trimester 1 |
Jan 1 — Apr 30 |
4 |
Anytime |
|
May Intake |
Trimester 2 |
May 1 — Aug 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
|
September Intake |
Trimester 3 |
Sep 1 — Dec 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
Q2. In how many installments can I pay the fees?
Payments can be done in 3 installments as specified in the fee structure.
Q3. When can I sit for the exams?
- Internal exams are activated for students individually.
- External exams (where applicable) are booked one month after you complete the course.
Refer to the external examining body for more details and requirements before seating for their exams.
Q4: Is this college accredited/approved?
Yes. The college is approved under the ministry of education, through TVETA, and also through National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
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