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Diploma In Information Technology

Diploma In Information Technology (DIT) is offered as a DIPLOMA course examined by FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE. A certificate of completion is issued 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 100,000.00 ($ 1,000.00)
Fees Totals	KES 121,000.00 ($ 1,210.00)
* 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 40,333.33 ($ 403.33)
Trimester 2	KES 40,333.33 ($ 403.33)
Trimester 3	KES 40,333.33 ($ 403.33)
Total	KES 121,000.00 ($ 1,210.00)

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

The trimester fees of KES 40,333.33 ($ 403.33) is payable in 3 installments of KES 13,444.44 ($ 134.44)

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

SEMESTER 1

Module I

Diploma in Information Technology
Introduction To Information Communication Technology And Ethics
Computer Applications_Paper I _Theory
Computer Applications_Paper II _Practical
Structured Programming DIT
Communication DIT
Operating Systems DIT
Computational Mathematics

SEMESTER 2

Module II

Entrepreneurship Project-Business Plan DIT
Systems Analysis And Design
Computer Applications II_Paper 1_Theory
Computer Applications II_Paper 2_Practical
Object Oriented Programming
Quantitative Methods
Visual Programming

SEMESTER 3

Module III

Database Management Systems
Data Communication And Systems
Management Information Systems DIT
Principles And Practice Of Marketing DIT
Internet Based Programming
Course Specialization Project DIT

Unit ID	Unit Name
DIT001	Introduction To Information Communication Technology And Ethics
DIT002	Computer Applications_Paper I _Theory
DIT003	Computer Applications_Paper II _Practical
DIT004	Structured Programming DIT
DIT005	Communication DIT
DIT006	Operating Systems DIT
DIT007	Computational Mathematics
DIT008	Entrepreneurship Project-Business Plan DIT
DIT009	Systems Analysis And Design
DIT0010	Computer Applications II_Paper 1_Theory
DIT0011	Computer Applications II_Paper 2_Practical
DIT0012	Object Oriented Programming
DIT0013	Quantitative Methods
DIT0014	Visual Programming
DIT0015	Database Management Systems
DIT0016	Data Communication And Systems
DIT0017	Management Information Systems DIT
DIT0018	Principles And Practice Of Marketing DIT
DIT0019	Internet Based Programming
DIT0020	Course Specialization Project DIT

Course Description

DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Course description

Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) offered at Finstock Evarsity College is a 12 months program examined by Finstock Evarsity College. It is intended to provide students with a wide range of technical and technological skills required by industry at the diploma level. The course provides the trainees with knowledge, skills and attitudes which will enable them to perform systems analysis, systems design, software development tasks and administrative duties. The course addresses the demand for IT specialists in the fast-changing digital world. A good grounding in fundamental skills and theoretical understanding vital for an IT graduate is the focus of this course.

These programmes are taught by highly qualified and experienced academic staff that are very committed to academic excellence. The programmes are constantly reviewed to reflect the rapidly changing demands in the ICT industry.

What is the minimum grade required to do a Diploma in information technology?

In order to enroll and study in diploma in information technology, 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

programmer,
computer hardware engineer,
web developer,
computer network architect,
computer systems designer,
information systems analyst

program goals

The course is intended to produce personnel who:

Have the ability to use industry-standard computer software and hardware
Are equipped with problem-solving skills and can adapt to a fast-changing technological world.
Will assist in system administration and networking in areas such as production, research, consultancy, education.
Will be able to progress academically to higher levels of education into relevant degree courses.

RELATED COURSES

We also offer short one month introductory courses called Basics in Information Technology.

After the introductory course, a student can enroll for Certificate in in Information Technology

Reasons you should study this course

It’s a growing career field
IT pros can work in nearly any field
It is an innovative career field
Curiosity is celebrated
The job is never boring

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.

Advance your career in any industry as an IT expert with specialised skills that are in demand around the world. Enroll and study in one of the best online 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)

MAUREEN MUYOKA WAKASALA

BENSON HURIA KARUMBA

EMMAH GATHONI KIMANI

JAMES MBURU KIMANI

DENIS MWARIO BINYANYA

JEFFERSON KIPKIRUI SIGEY

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?

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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