Table 1: Minimum Admission Entry Qualifications for 2024/2025 Admission
SNr
CATEGORY OF APPLICANTS
MINIMUM ADMISSION ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
1
Completed A’ Level Studies before 2014
Two principal passes (‘E’ and above) with a total of 4.0 points in two subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B = 4; C= 3; D = 2; E = 1; S = 0.5)
2
Completed A’ Level Studies in 2014 and 2015
Two principal passes (‘C’ and above) with a total of 4.0 points from two subjects defining the admission into the respective programme (where A = 5; B+ = 4; B = 3; C= 2; D = 1; E = 0.5)
3
Completed A’ Level Studies from 2016 onwards
5
Ordinary Diploma
At least four passes (“D”s and above) at O-Level or NTA Level III with not less than four O Level passes or equivalent foreign qualifications as established by either NECTA or VETA; AND
At least a GPA of 3.0 for Ordinary Diploma (NTA Level 6)
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT (SACEM)
Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch) – Code AR001
Direct Entry (Form VI) Qualifications
Two principal passes in any of the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Computer Science or Fine Art. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary level pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level or a minimum of “C” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level
Equivalent Qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, or Civil and Transportation Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have at least ‘D’ Grade at O – Level or a Subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A- Level
Annual Tuition Fee: TShs 1,100,000/= (for locals) or $ 1,500 for Foreigners
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design (BSc. ID) – Code AR002
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering or Civil and Transportation Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have at least ‘D’ Grade at O – Level or a Subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A- Level
Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSc. LA) – Code AR003
Two principal passes in any of the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Computer Science or Fine Art. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary level pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level or a minimum of “C” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering or Civil and Transportation Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have at least ‘D’ Grade at O – Level or a Subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A- Level.
Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics (B.Sc. QS & CE) – Code AR025
Direct Entry Qualifications
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics or Accountancy. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level and a minimum of “D” grade in Physics at O-Level.
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transport Engineering, Civil Engineering with Community Development with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have at least ‘D’ Grade at O – Level Mathematics or a Subsidiary pass in Advanced Level Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A- Level
Annual Tuition Fee: TShs 1,300,000/= (for locals) or $ 2,100 for Foreigners
SCHOOL OF SPATIAL PLANNING AND SOCIAL SCIENCE (SSPSS)
Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning (BSc URP) – Code AR018
Direct entry (Form VI) Qualification
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Computer Science, Commerce or Accountancy. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary level pass in Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level or a minimum of D grade in Advanced Mathematics at A-level or a minimum of “C” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Cartography, Urban Planning, Urban Design, Physical Planning, Land Use Planning, Land Surveying/Geomatics, Urban Transport Planning, GIS and Remote Sensing, Climate Change, Meteorology, Environmental Science, Development Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Disaster Management or Governance and Development with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, candidates must have a principal pass in CSEE or a subsidiary in Mathematics in ACSEE
Bachelor of Science in Regional Development Planning (B.Sc. RDP) – Code AR016
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Geography, Economics, Commerce or Accountancy. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary level pass in Basic Applied Mathematics or D grade in Advanced Mathematics at A-level or a minimum of “C” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Environment and Coastal Resources Management, Geoinformatics for Natural Resources Management, Land Use Planning, Climate Change, Meteorology, Land Resources Management, Rural Planning, Regional Development Planning, Land Surveying/Geomatics, Environmental Science, Geography and Environmental Studies, GIS and Remote Sensing, Rural Development, Economic Planning, Development Planning and Management, Development Administration and Management, Governance and Development, Disaster Management or Urban and Regional Planning with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, candidates must have a principal pass in CSEE or a subsidiary in Mathematics in ACSEE
Bachelor of Science in Housing and Infrastructure Planning (B.Sc. HIP) – Code AR012
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Geography or Economics. In addition, an applicant must have at least a D grade in Advanced Mathematics or a subsidiary grade in Basic Applied Mathematics or a minimum of “B” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Housing, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering with Community Development, Geography and Environmental Science, Rural Development Planning, Land Surveying/Geomatics, Development Planning, Climate Change, Meteorology, Community Development, GIS and Remote Sensing, Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Cartography or Urban and Regional Planning with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, candidates must have principal passes in CSEE or a subsidiary in Mathematics and Physics in ACSEE.
Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BA. Econ.) – Code AR019
A principal pass in Economics and a principal pass in any of the following subjects: Geography, History, Commerce, Accountancy, Physics, Chemistry or Advanced Mathematics. In addition, an applicant must have at least a subsidiary level pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level or a minimum of “D” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
Diploma or FTC in Business Administration, Accountancy, Accounting and Finance, Business Management, Banking and Finance, Business Management and Administration, Taxation, Economics and Finance, Local Government Accounting and Finance, Public Sector Accounting and Finance or Economic Development with an average of ‘B’ or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Bachelor of Arts in Community and Development Studies (BA. CDS) – Code AR023
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: History, Kiswahili, English Language, Geography, Computer Science, Economics, Commerce, Accountancy, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Advanced Mathematics, Agriculture or Nutrition.
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Community Development, Social Work, Development Planning, Local Government Administration, Governance and Development, Gender Development, Social Studies, Gender Issues and Development or Economic Development with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
SCHOOL OF EARTH SCIENCES, REAL ESTATES, BUSINESS AND INFORMATICS (SERBI)
Bachelor of Science in Land Management and Valuation (B.Sc. LMV) – Code AR013
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Geography, Economics, Advanced Mathematics, History, Commerce, Accountancy, Physics, Biology or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have at least a ‘C’ grade in Mathematics and “D” grade in English Language at O-Level.
Diploma (NTA Level 6) or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Land Management and Valuation, Land Use Planning, Land Resources Management or Land Management Valuation and Registration with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Bachelor of Science in Real Estate (Finance and Investment) (B.Sc. REFI) – Code AR017
Two Principal passes in any two of the following subjects: Commerce, Accountancy, Economics, Computer, History, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry.
AND
A pass in English at Grade “D” or above in the Certificate of Secondary Education Examination or a pass in English/English Literature at the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination.
At least a subsidiary pass in Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) level or a grade of ‘D’ or better at O-level in Basic Mathematics
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Land Management, Land registration, Land valuation, Marketing, Finance, Banking, Project planning and management, Community development, Economics of development, Finance and Investment, Tax management, urban and rural planning, Engineering and construction management with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, candidates must have passed English at Grade “D” or above in the Certificate of Secondary Education Examination or a pass in English/English Literature at the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination; and at least a subsidiary pass in Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) level or a grade of ‘D’ or better in Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (O-level)
Bachelor of Science in Property and Facilities Management (B.Sc. PFM) – Code AR015
Two principal passes in the following subjects: Geography, Economics, Advanced Mathematics, History, Commerce, Accountancy, Physics or Chemistry. In addition, an applicant must have at least a ‘C’ grade in Mathematics and “D” grade in English Language at O-Level.
Diploma (NTA Level 6) or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Maintenance or Land Management and Valuation with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance (B.Sc. AF) – Code AR022
Principal level passes in any two of the following subjects arranged in order of preference: Commerce, Accountancy, Computer, Economics, Advanced Mathematics, Geography, History, Physics, Biology and Chemistry.
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Accounting, Business administration, Banking, Finance, procurement and logistics management, commerce, public sector accounting, Tax management, auditing and supply chain management with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
In addition, Candidates must have passed English at Grade “D” or above in the Certificate of Secondary Education Examination or a pass in English/English Literature at the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination; and at least a subsidiary pass in Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) level or a grade of ‘D’ or better in Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (O-level)
Bachelor of Science in Geomatics (BSc GM) – Code AR005
A principal level pass in Mathematics and a principal level pass in either Physics or Geography or Chemistry or Computer Science. In case the second principal level pass is not Physics, the candidate MUST have at least a subsidiary level pass in Physics at A.C.S.E.E. in addition to the two principal level passes.
Equivalent qualifications
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Geomatics or Land Surveying, Geology, Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, Navigation, Mining Engineering, Hydrographic Surveying, Geophysics, Cartography, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Geosciences, Geographical Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, equivalent entry applicants MUST have at least grade “C” passes in both Mathematics and Physics at O-level.
Bachelor of Science in Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing (BSc GI & RS) – Code AR024
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Computer Science, Biology, Economics, or Agriculture. In addition, those without Advanced Mathematics must have at least a principal pass in Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level and a minimum grade of "C" in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
Diploma or Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Diploma in Geomatics or Land Surveying, Cartography, Geoinformatics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Remote Sensing, Geography, Geography and Environmental Studies, Climate Change Studies, Meteorology, Information System Management, Geodesy, Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Forestry, Navigation, Public Health and Epidemiology, Agricultural Sciences, Mining Engineering, Wildlife Management, Land Management and Valuation, Urban and Rural Planning, Geophysics, Information Technology, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Civil Engineering, Civil and Transportation Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Highway Engineering, Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology and Well Drilling, Hydrology and Meteorology, Irrigation Engineering or Water Resources Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
In addition, equivalent entry applicants MUST have at least a principal level pass in Mathematics or BAM at A.C.S.E.E. AND at least a “C” grade at C.S.E.E
Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems and Networks (BSc CSN) – Code AR027
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Economics or Computer Science. Those without Advanced Mathematics must have at least a principal pass in Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level and a minimum grade of "C" in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
Ordinary Diploma in Computer Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Networks, Computing and Information Communication, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Information Systems and Web Technologies with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, an applicant must have a minimum of “C” grade in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management (BSc. ISM) – Code AR020
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Economics or Computer Science. Those without Advanced Mathematics, must have at least a principal pass in Basic Applied Mathematics at A-level and a minimum grade of "C" in Basic Mathematics at O-Level.
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (SEES)
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (B.Sc. EE) – Code AR009
Two Principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology. One of the two principal level passes must be in Physics or Mathematics. In addition, an applicant must have at least a Subsidiary level pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at ACSEE.
Diploma or FTC in Civil Engineering with Community Development, Hydrology Engineering, Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Environmental and Occupational Health, Public Health Engineering, Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Technology and Management, Disaster Risk Engineering, Natural Resources Management, Integrated Water Resources Management, Renewable Energy, Integrated Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science and Management, Industrial Services engineering, Municipal Services engineering, Laboratory Science and Technology, Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Sanitation and Hygiene Management, Irrigation and Water Resources Engineering; Water and Environmental Engineering; Water & Wastewater Technology; Water Resources Management; Water Resources Management; Water Resources and Environment; Land and Water Resource Management; Water Resources & Geo-Environmental Sciences; Environmental Science and Water Management; Water Operation Engineering; Environmental and Water Resources Engineering; Environmental and Water Science; Water Science and Engineering; Environmental and Water Science; Water and Wastewater. Management; Water & Wastewater Technology; Water Management; Water Quality Management; Environment and Public Health; Environmental Studies; Environmental Science with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Management (B.Sc. ESM) – Code AR011
Two Principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science or Geography. One of the two principal level passes must be in Physics or Chemistry or Biology. In addition, an applicant must have at least a Subsidiary level pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at ACSEE or at least a ‘C’ grade at O-level
Diploma or FTC in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Hydrology Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering with Community Development or Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Environmental and Occupational Health, Public Health, Sanitation, Environmental Technology and Management, Disaster Risk Management, Natural Resources Management, Integrated Water Resources Management, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Integrated Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science and Management, Industrial Services engineering, Municipal Services engineering, Laboratory Science and Technology, Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Sanitation and Hygiene Management; Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering; Water and Environmental Engineering; Water & Wastewater Technology; Water Resources Management; Water Resources Management; Water Resources and Environment; Land and Water Resource Management; Water Resources & Geo-Environmental Sciences; Environmental Science and Water Management; Water Operation Engineering; Environmental and Water Resources Engineering; Environmental and Water Science; Water Science and Engineering; Environmental and Water Science; Water and Wastewater. Management; Water & Wastewater Technology; Water Management; Water Quality Management; Environment and Public Health; Environmental Studies; Environmental Science with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Annual Tuition Fee: T.Shs 1,100,000/= (for locals) or $ 1,500 for Foreigners
Bachelor of Science in Municipal and Industrial Services Engineering (B.Sc. MISE) – Code AR014
Two Principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry or Biology. One of the two principal level passes must be in Physics or Mathematics. In addition, an applicant MUST have at least a Subsidiary level pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at ACSEE.
Diploma or FTC in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Hydrology Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering with Community Development or Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Environmental and Occupational Health, Public Health Engineering, Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Technology and Management, Disaster Risk Engineering, Natural Resources Management, Integrated Water Resources Management, Renewable Energy, Integrated Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science and Management, Industrial Services engineering, Municipal Services engineering, Laboratory Science and Technology, Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Sanitation and Hygiene Management; Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering; Water and Environmental Engineering; Water & Wastewater Technology; Water Resources Management; Water Resources Management; Water Resources and Environment; Land and Water Resource Management; Water Resources & Geo-Environmental Sciences; Environmental Science and Water Management; Water Operation Engineering; Environmental and Water Resources Engineering; Environmental and Water Science; Water Science and Engineering; Environmental and Water Science; Water and Wastewater. Management; Water & Wastewater Technology; Water Management; Water Quality Management; Environment and Public Health; Environmental Studies; Environmental Science with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Laboratory Science and Technology (B.Sc. ELST) – Code AR026
Two principal level passes in any of the following subjects: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Geography. One of the two principal level passes must be in Physics or Chemistry or Biology. In addition, an applicant must have at least a Subsidiary level pass in Advanced Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at ACSEE or at least a ‘C’ grade at O-level
Diploma or FTC in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering with Community Development, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Environment, Environmental and Occupational Health, Public Health, Sanitation, Environmental Technology and Management, Disaster Risk Management, Natural Resources Management, Integrated Water Resources Management, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Integrated Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science and Management, Industrial Services engineering, Municipal Services engineering, Laboratory Science and Technology, Hydraulic Engineering, Water, Environmental Sanitation and Hygiene Management, Hydrology Engineering with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (B.Sc. CE) – Code AR021
Two Principal level passes in the following subjects: Advanced Mathematics AND Physics. Those without Chemistry at A-Level must have a Credit pass in Chemistry at O-level
Diploma or FTC in Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering, Environmental Health Science, Hydrogeology & Well Drilling, Hydrology & Meteorology, Water Laboratory Technology, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering with Community Development, Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Environmental and Occupational Health, Public Health, Sanitation, Environmental Technology and Management, Disaster Risk Management, Natural Resources Management, Integrated Water Resources Management, Climate Change, Renewable Energy, Integrated Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science and Management, Industrial Services engineering, Municipal Services engineering, Laboratory Science and Technology, Hydraulic Engineering, Environmental Sanitation and Hygiene Management, Hydrology Engineering; Water Resources and Irrigation Engineering; Water and Environmental Engineering; Water & Wastewater Technology; Water Resources Management; Water Resources Management; Water Resources and Environment; Land and Water Resource Management; Water Resources & Geo-Environmental Sciences; Environmental Science and Water Management; Water Operation Engineering; Environmental and Water Resources Engineering; Environmental and Water Science; Water Science and Engineering; Environmental and Water Science; Water and Wastewater. Management; Water & Wastewater Technology; Water Management; Water Quality Management; Environment and Public Health; Environmental Studies; Environmental Science with an average of “B” or a minimum GPA of 3.0
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