Diploma Computer Science

Diploma Computer Science (DCS) is offered as a DIPLOMA course examined by FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE. A certificate of completion is issues upon completion of this course. For more information about this course, use the tabs below to navigate.

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Entry Requirements

C-

Duration: 12 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 5,000.00 ($ 50.00)
Internal Exam Fee KES 15,000.00 ($ 150.00)
External Exam Fee KES 0.00 ($ 0.00)
Examining Body Membership Fee * KES 0.00 ($ 0.00)
Tuition Fee KES 133,000.00 ($ 1,330.00)
Fees Totals KES 154,000.00 ($ 1,540.00)
* 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 1KES 51,333.33 ($ 513.33)
Trimester 2KES 51,333.33 ($ 513.33)
Trimester 3KES 51,333.33 ($ 513.33)
TotalKES 154,000.00 ($ 1,540.00)

NB: Fees are payable in 3 installments as detailed below:

The trimester fees of KES 51,333.33 ($ 513.33) is payable in 3 installments of KES 17,111.11 ($ 171.11)

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 Computer Science

SEMESTER 1

Module I

  • Introduction to Computer Systems
  • Foundation of Mathematics
  • Introduction to Internet and Web Design
  • Business Communication
  • Basic Electronics
  • Office Applications
  • Computer Hardware and Maintenance                                         

SEMESTER 2

Module II                                                   

  • System Analysis and Design  
  • Computer Organization and Architecture                                   
  • Database Design and Implementation                                         
  • Introduction to Programming                                                     
  • Computer Networks                
  • Computer Operating Systems
  • Event Driven Programming

SEMESTER 3

Module III    

  • Statistical Data Analysis
  • Network Design and Configuration
  • Advanced Web Design
  • T. Project Management
  • Network Administration and Management
  • Information System Management
  • T User Support
  • Emerging technologies in ICT
 

Unit IDUnit Name
DCS101Introduction To Computer Systems
DCS102Foundation Of Mathematics
DCS103Introduction To Internet And Web Design
DCS104Business Communication DCS
DCS105Basic Electronics DCS
DCS106Office Applications
DCS201Computer Hardware And Maintenance
DCS202System Analysis And Design
DCS203Computer Organization And Architecture
DCS204Database Design And Implementation
DCS205Introduction To Programming
DCS206Computer Networks
DCS301Computer Operating Systems
DCS302Event Driven Programming
DCS303Statistical Data Analysis
DCS304Network Design And Configuration
DCS305Advanced Web Design
DCS306I.T. Project Management
DCS401Network Administration And Management
DCS402Information System Management
DCS403I.T User Support
DCS404Emerging Technologies In ICT

Course Description

DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

Course description

The Diploma in Computer Science course offered at Finstock Evarsity college is examinable by Finstock Evarsity College.The course has a duration of 12 months after which a student is able to download their certificates inside their students account

This is a programme tailored to prepare learners to be technological experts in their career choices in future to be reliable employees. The course is structured to equip students with the skills required to effectively contribute to this rapidly evolving field and provides them with knowledge and practical experience of the latest technologies needed to excel in the Computer Science world.

What is the minimum grade required to do a Diploma in computer science?

In order to enroll and study in diploma in computer science, a student should have a minimum of C- in their KCSE exams.

Mode of Delivery

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, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials

 

Career prospects for diploma students
• Computer systems analyst
• Computer network architect
• Software application developer
• IT specialist
• Information research scientist

Program goals

  • Advance in graduate studies or be successful practitioners in applied or theoretical fields.

    • Apply communication and organizational skills in the context of ethical issues affecting the discipline or society.

    • Think critically and creatively to solve local or global problems and become lifelong learners and contributors to society.

    • Apply knowledge and skills to solve problems effectively and efficiently that contributes to the technical advancement of computer science.

Reasons you should take this course

  • High earnings

  • We are in a digital era

  • Global opportunities

  • A variety of specialization

  • Transferrable skills

What we offer

Finstock evarsity college offers a wide range of courses that are geared towards job creation as well as employment. Our courses and product offerings are categorized as online college based, degree programs, freemium courses and premium resources!

Both freemium and premium online courses come with certificates of completion and you can register instantly and begin studying at your convenience.

Enroll and study in one of the best online computer science Schools in the world. Listen to the advice of the best. Participate in training sessions with industry experts to learn more about your career options. Take classes with students from all over the world. Join us at Finstock Evarsity college for the best learning experience.

 

Course Instructor(s)

TONNY JAMES MANNY TONNY JAMES MANNY

Examining Body

FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE

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?

  1. Internal exams are activated for students individually.
  2. 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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