Department of Languages and Communication Studies

The primary focus for this department is the implications and applications of linguistic ideas in real life situations. The department introduces key concepts to the understanding of the relationship between language and  society, the use of language in domains of public, private and professional discourse. This department offers Communication Skills as a common unit. Foreign languages like French and German are offered in the department.

Career Prospects:
It is expected that the graduates who are offered course  in Communication Skills and Foreign Languages can find employment in print and electronic media, advertising firms, publishing houses, public relation organizations, translation and interpretation, United Nations Agencies.

Department of Library and Information Science

The department provides education and training through an interdisciplinary approach by integrating computer science, information technology, knowledge management, library and information studies, records management, publishing and book trade, information system and user studies. The programmes emphasize on problem solving, application, synthesis of knowledge, change management and innovation. Trainees are able to respond to the challenges of information and knowledge provision and management and contribute to improving professional ethics and standards Courses offered

• Bachelor of Technology in Information Studies
• Diploma in Technology in Library and Information Science
• Diploma In Technology in Archives and Records Management
• Certificate in Library Studies
• Certificate in Archives and Records Management

Career Prospects:

In a knowledge-based economy, the career perspectives for Information Sciences graduates are plenty. Graduates of information science will find opportunities in a wide range of industries and public institutions. They take on positions as consultants, analysts, designers, project coordinators, ICT programme managers and researchers, Information brokers, knowledge managers, inforpreneurs, librarians and records managers in academic institutions, NGO’s, International organizations and UN agencies.

Department of Psychology and Counselling

The Department trains ethical professional’s counsellors in areas of psychology, counselling skills and techniques. The Students graduate endowed with strong practicum skills, academic research skills, counselling skills and high professionalism.

COURSES OFFERED

• Diploma in Counselling Psychology
• Certificate in Counselling Psychology

Short Courses

• HIV/ AIDS Counselling (Holiday)
• Drug and Substance abuse (Holiday)
• Stress Management
• Pre-marital Counsellin
• Loss and Grief Counselling
• Basic Counselling Skills

Career Prospects:

Trainees are expected to find employment in orphan homes and rehabilitation centres, Health institutions and NGO’s, Prisons, teaching institutions, nursing homes, police department, social and community health  departments, human resource departments, industrial/organisational.

Department of Science and Technology Studies

The department offers inter-disciplinary courses that provide a sound theoretical foundation, and equips  students with conceptual and analytical skills in disaster management, science and technology policy, planning and management.

COURSES OFERED

• Diploma in Technology in Disaster Management
• Certificate In Disaster Management

Career Prospects:
It is expected that those who have undertaken courses in the department will find opportunities in local  authorities, central government, armed forces, Ministry of Health, NGO’s such as Red Cross, AAR and those NGO’s based in disaster zones and commercial hazard mitigation organizations.

 Department of Social and Intercultural Studies

The department equips students with relevant skills and attitudes to promote social change, resolve human  relationship conflicts, empower and capacity build communities to enhance co-existence and well being. The department works closely with NGOs involved in community development affairs thus providing the students firm grounding in social justice and governance of Community Based Organizations. Social Responsibility is enhanced through participation in Community Service and global campaigns and/or forums on various.

Courses Offered

• Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy
• Diploma in International Relations and Diplomacy
• Diploma in Social Work and Community Development

Career Prospects:
Graduates of International Relations and Diplomacy will find opportunities in International organizations, civil service, security agencies, NGOs, foreign missions and multinationals. They will engage in consultancy on political risks, tourism management, policy and governance issues. Social Work and Community Development graduates will be placed in civil service, local and international NGO’s, rehabilitation centres, health care centres, academic institutions, financial institutions, judiciary, charitable children institutions, homes for aged, faith based organizations and SME.

Minimum Qualifications:

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY
KCSE Mean Grade C Plus, C- in Mathematics B,
English/ KACE with 2 principles or Diploma inrelevant area

BACHELOR OF ARTS
KCSE Mean Grade C Plus, C- in Maths B, English/KACE with 2 principles

DIPLOMAS
KCSE Mean Grade C MINUS, Certificate in relevant area

CERTIFICATES
KCSE Mean Grade D+

Intake: January, August, September

Duration:
BTECH/B.A (JAB): 8 Semesters (4 academic years)
BTECH/B.A (Evening): 5 Semesters (2 academic years)
Diplomas: 6 Semesters (2 Academic years)
Certificate: 2 Semesters (1 Academic year)

Mode of Study:
All programmes are available for Government sponsored GS and Self-sponsored SS students, and can be taken on full-time or part time basis. Please refer to list of Courses