Zetech University School of ICT, Media & Engineering

Program Goal

This programme offers skills and training foundational aspects of IT and Business. The course combines the key aspects of Information Technology such as software development with the key facets of business such as accounting and operations management to give graduates an edge over their peers. It aims at developing the next generation of business leaders, managers and IT professionals who can successfully apply IT theories and principles to real-world business applications, opportunities and challenges, innovate businesses IT resources and build bridges between technology and business.

Career Opportunities

• IT Consultant/Manager
• Web Developer
• Computer Systems Analyst
• Software Engineer
• Computer Systems Manager
• Data Modeler
• Business Operations Analyst
• Project Manager

Programme Goals

1. This programme is designed to produce information and business savvy graduates by providing a sound background in advanced problem solving, information analysis and project management.
2. Students will develop technical skills with emphasis in business analysis and problem solving, systems analysis, project management and IT management within organizations.

Duration of the programme

• Four (4) academic years (Eight semesters).

Minimum Entry Requirements

1. An aggregate grade of C+ above in K.C.S.E and a minimum grade of C in Mathematics, English and Kiswahili OR relevant qualification approved by the University Senate.

Learning Outcomes

• Acquire knowledge and skills in the application of information technology to support organization in the conduct of their business.
• Have capability to work either in ICT user organization or in ICT services as an expert
• Manage overall development process of ICT systems
• Participate in business process development by making justified decisions regarding packaged application, selection, implementation and usage

Program Goal

This programme offers knowledge and skills in a range of computer skills to ensure learners can provide solutions to a dynamic world. The course deals with the processes, methodologies, techniques, and tools of developing high-quality software systems in a cost-effective manner. The course is tailored to meet the high demand for software engineers among the fastest growing ICT profession in Kenya and beyond.

Career Opportunities

• Software application developer
• Information security analyst
• Software Engineer
• Computer systems manager
• Database Administrator

Programme Goals

• Provide a knowledge base that applies both computer science and engineering principles and practices to the creation, operation, and maintenance of software systems.
• The programme sets to provide student with hands-on knowledge in software engineering concepts, analysis, designing, project management, testing, and development with an additional practical programming environment.

Duration of Programme

• Five (5) trimesters

Minimum Entry Requirements

• An aggregate mean grade of C- and above in K.C.S.E
• D- in Mathematics
• D- in either English or Kiswahili OR Relevant qualification approved by the University Senate

Learning Outcomes

• The graduates will learn technical, methodological and organizational skills; they will subsequently build a foundation to go on and lead major projects in software engineering in many industrial and commercial sectors.
• The graduates will have up to date knowledge and skills in the fundamental concepts of software engineering and computing
• Graduates will gain skills needed to design software that is user-friendly, affordable, and easy to maintain.

Program Goal

This programme offers skills and training in a wide range of software, technical and technological ICT skills required for the industry.  Graduates will be able to develop IT solutions to address practical business problems using an engineering and technological approach.

Career Opportunities

• IT Consultant
• Web developer
• IT specialist
• Data modeler

Programme Goals

1. Provide consultancy and advisory services in a dynamic world of ICT.
2. Design and develop quality and acceptable software solutions.
3. Diagnose, support and develop quality and acceptable ICT infrastructure.
4. Design, implement and support security in information systems /ICT environment.

Duration of Programme

• Two(2) trimester

Minimum Entry Requirements.

• An aggregate grade of D+ and above in KCSE and
• D- (Minus) in Mathematics
• D- in either Kiswahili or English

Learning Outcomes

1. Plan and implement computer applications in IT industry.
2. Use Information Technology effectively in the work environment to analyse, identify and define organisation requirements and opportunities.
3. Design, install and manage computer networked systems.
4. Analyse the impact of technology on individuals, organizations and society, including ethical, legal and policy issues.

Program Goal

This programme offers skills in use of technology to manage and support business related computer systems. The courses offers career-based training for the development of business information technology systems using varied programming techniques, and software and hardware configurations. This course is aimed at bridging the existing knowledge gap in organisational data storage, business continuity, disaster recovery, security, business analytics and optimisation and enterprise architecture

Career Opportunities.

• Information Security Analyst.
• Software Application Developer.
• Computer Systems Manager.
• Computer Systems Analyst.
• Computer Network Architect.
• Information Research Scientist.

Programme Goals.

• To produce IT specialists capable of providing IT business solutions.
• To prepare professionals with high quality IT knowledge and skills so as to take care of IT business related matters.
• To develop IT solutions and so as to enhance business and organizational efficiency.
• Develop analytical and logical thinking, problem solving, communication skills and team work.
• Acquire business principals in real world perspectives.

Course Duration 

• Four (4) academic years (Eight semesters)

Minimum Entry Requirements

• An aggregate grade of C+ and above in K.C.S.E and a minimum grade of C in Mathematics, English and Kiswahili C OR Relevant qualification approved by the University Senate

Learning Outcomes.

1. Plan and implement computer applications in IT industry.
2. Use Information Technology effectively in the work environment to analyse, identify and define organisation requirements and opportunities.
3. Design, install and manage computer networked systems.
4. Analyse the impact of technology on individuals, organizations and society, including ethical, legal and policy issues.

Program Goal

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.

Career Opportunities

• Computer systems analyst
• Computer network architect
• Software application developer
• IT specialist
• Information research scientist

Programme 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.

Duration of Programme

• Four(4) trimesters

Minimum Entry Requirements

• An aggregate mean grade of C- and above in K.C.S.E
• D- in Mathematics
• D- in either English or Kiswahili OR Relevant qualification approved by the University Senate

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate comprehension of math, science, and basic computer science topics.
• Have the ability to apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer based systems.
• Exhibit problem solving skills.
• Have the ability to use techniques, skills, and modern software tools necessary for professional practice.
  Work effectively in teams.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify and apply concepts of engineering economics and project planning.

Program Goal

The goal of this program is to develop professionals who use Computational thinking in solving complex real-life problems with a knack for Computer programming, Database Management, System Development, Implementation and Maintenance.

Career Opportunities.

• IT Manager.
• Chief Technology Officer.
• System Administrators
• Cloud Security Engineer
• Data Scientists.
• IT Infrastructure Engineer.
• Systems Developer.
• GIS Expert.
• Game Developer.

Goal of the program.

1. To develop professionals who use Computational thinking in solving complex real-life problems.
2. To develop professionals with a knack for Computer programming, Database management, system development, implementation and maintenance.
3. To train professionals who can service and manage computer systems at all levels of the organization
4. To train learners on cognitive computing as a major emerging trend in today’s computing world.

Duration of the Programme.

• Four (4) Academic Years- Eight (8) semesters

Admission Requirements.

• Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C(Plain) in Mathematics, English and Physics/Physical Science or;
• Be a holder of the Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) certificate with at least 2 Principle passes in Mathematics and Physics.
• Holder of a related Diploma equivalent to KNEC Diploma from an institution that is recognised by the University Senate with a minimum pass.
• Have any other relevant qualifications from an institution recognised by the Zetech University Senate

Learning Outcomes.

• Develop an understanding of how computing technology and computational thinking present new ways of addressing problems through analysis, designing, and evaluation of solutions.
• Analyse legal, professional, ethical and social implications relating to the use of computing technology and information.
• Apply Computer Science theory, principles and Software Development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
• Apply the principles of Data Management, processing, organization, and retrieval.
• Demonstrate creativity, confidence and effective communication as a professional in the computing technology field.

Program Goal

The programme intends to equip students with a wide range of software, technical and technological ICT skills required in the industry at diploma level. On graduation, the student is expected to develop and apply IT solutions to solve practical business problems.This programme empowers students to use skills gained to use technology in managing and supporting business related computer systems. This course also bridges the existing knowledge gap in organisational data storage, business continuity, disaster recovery, security, business analytics and optimisation and enterprise architecture.

Career Opportunities

• IT Consultant
• Web Developer
• Computer Systems Manager
• Computer Systems Analyst
• Software Application Developer
• IT Manager
• Data Recovery Manager

Programme Goals

1. To produce IT specialists capable of providing IT business solutions.
2. To prepare professionals with high quality IT knowledge and skills so as to take care of IT business related matters.
3. To develop IT solutions and so as to enhance business and organizational efficiency.
4. Develop analytical and logical thinking, problem solving, communication skills and team work.
5. Acquire business principals in real world perspectives.

Duration of Programme

• Four(4) trimesters

Minimum Entry Requirements

• An aggregate mean grade of C- and above in K.C.S.E
• D- in Mathematics
• D- in either English or Kiswahili OR Relevant qualification approved by the University Senate

Learning Outcomes

• Plan and implement computer applications in IT industry.
• Use Information Technology effectively in the work environment to analyze, identify and define organization requirements and opportunities.
• Design, install and manage computer networked systems.
• Analyse the impact of technology on individuals, organizations and society, including ethical, legal and policy issues.

Program Objective.

The goal of this program is to produce all-rounded graduates’ who are equipped with the necessary mathematical tools for analyzing, modeling and solving physical, economical and real-life problems in their complexity using computer technologies.

Career Opportunities.

• Data Scientist
• IT Managers
• System Analysts
• IT Infrastructure Engineers
• Machine Learning Experts
• Mathematicians
• Business Analysts

Goal of the Program

• To develop competencies necessary for designing, developing and implementing of computing-based solutions.
• To develop skills and competencies in the use of mathematical models and algorithms in generating proofs and solving complex real-life problems.
• To equip professionals with the necessary mathematical tools for analyzing, modeling and solving physical, economical and real-life problems in their complexities.

Duration of the Programme.

• Four (4) Academic Years- Eight (8) semesters

Admission Requirements

• Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C+ in both Mathematics and Physics/Physical Science
• Be a holder of the Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) certificate with at least 2 principle passes in Mathematics and Physics
• Holder of a related Diploma equivalent to KNEC Diploma from an institution that is recognised by the University Senate
• Have any other relevant qualifications from an institution recognised by the University Senate.

Learning Outcomes

• Develop systems using Algorithms to solve computational problems.
• Design user interfaces and write program codes that are clear and usable by regular users
• Analyse computing problems and apply principles of computing and mathematics to identify solutions.
• Work independently and collaboratively, communicate computational ideas effectively, and be responsible and professional users of computing technology.
• Apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the trade-offs involved in design choices

Program Goal

This programme offers skills and training foundation aspects of IT and Business. The course combines the key aspects of Information Technology such as software development with the key facets of business such as accounting and operations management to give graduates an edge over their peers. It aims at developing the next generation of business leaders, managers and IT professionals who can successfully: apply IT principles to real-world business applications, opportunities and challenges, innovate businesses IT resources and build bridges between IT and business.

Career Opportunities

• IT Consultant/Manager
• Business Operations Analyst
• Web Developer
• Project Manager
• Computer Systems Analyst
• Software Engineer
• Computer Systems Manager
• Data Modeler
• Information research scientist
• Software engineer
• Computer systems manager
• IT specialist
• Computer network architect

Programme Goals

• This programme is designed to produce information and business savvy graduates by providing a sound background in advanced problem solving, information analysis and project management.
• Students will develop technical skills with emphasis in business analysis and problem solving, systems analysis, project management and IT management within organisations.

Duration of Programme

• Four(4) trimesters

Minimum Entry Requirements

• An aggregate mean grade of C- and above in K.C.S.E
• D- in Mathematics
• D- in either English or Kiswahili OR Relevant qualification approved by the University Senate

Learning Outcomes

• Be able to use and apply current technical concepts and practices in the core information technologies
• Be able to identify and analyze user needs and take them into account in the selection, creation, evaluation and administration of computer?based systems
• Be able to effectively integrate IT?based solutions into the user environment
• Understand best practices and standards and their application
• Be able to assist in the creation of an effective project plan

Program Goal

The goal of this program is to provide a strong foundation in computation and analytical physics, supported by complex computational analysis, mathematics, hardware, software and artificial intelligence.

Career Opportunities.

• Software Engineer
• Systems Engineer
• Systems Developer
• Hardware Engineer
• Computational Physicistli
• Medical Physicists
• Project Leaders

Goal of the Programme

1. Provide students with relevant training in Computer Science and Applied Physics, with emphasis on developing practical, analytical, algorithmic and computational skills for professional and personal development in both fields
2. Develop skills that will give graduates a competitive edge in the ICT field.
3. Develop students with analytical and practical skills and specialty in Quantum Physics, Scientific Instrumentation, Optics/Photonics, Sensors and Actuators, Lasers, Electronics, Digital/Electronic Systems Design, Nanotechnology and Materials Science
4. Develop students with strong Computational Skills and Programming Skills to design and implement practical applications and technologies, including Data Structures, Operating Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine
5. Learning Applications, Security and Web Applications.
6. To provide graduates with practical and algorithmic knowledge central to the technological development of physical systems such as Network Systems, Hardware Devices, and Intelligent Systems.

Duration of the Program.

• Four (4) Academic Years- Eight (8) semesters

Admission Requirements

• Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C+ in both Mathematics and Physics/Physical Science or;
• Be a holder of the Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) certificate with at least 2 principle passes in Mathematics and Physics.
• Holder of a related Diploma equivalent to KNEC diploma from an institution that is recognised by the University Senate.
• Have any other relevant qualifications from an institution recognised by the University Senate.

Learning Outcomes.

1. Apply knowledge, skills and engineering design tools in computing and physics to technological devices and processes.
2. Demonstrate strong practical, analytical and algorithmic skills in the design and implementation of computing systems and technologies.
3. Apply principles of Computer Science and Applied Physics to solve Information Communication and Technology problems by using hardware and software-related applications.
4. Communicate clearly and effectively as a professional and developer of computing technology and cultivate innovative thinking and accomplishments in providing computational solutions.
5. Analyse computational problems by using computing design techniques and analytical physics.

Program Goal

The goal of this program is to impart students with the knowledge, skills and competencies that enable them to design, code, test and manage quality-measured software systems while demonstrating skills in designing and developing dependable, secure, reliable, and compliant solutions.

Career Opportunities

• System Administrators
• Mobile Application Developers
• Web Master
• Software Engineer
• DevOps Engineer
• Software Tester
• Network Programmer
• Full-Stack Developer
• Information Systems Auditor

Goal of the program

• To develop professionals with a knack for designing, developing, testing and managing computer software systems and architectures.
• To equip students with fundamental computing skills and knowledge in software engineering methods, practices, frameworks and design patterns.
• To expand students’ know-how in software architectures, User experience, System testing, emerging trends in software engineering and professional development.
• To provide learners with comprehensive scientific and practically applicable competencies needed to become an expert in the field of software engineering.

Duration of the Programme

• Four (4) Academic Years- Eight (8) semesters

Admission Requirements:

• Be a holder of a KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C in Mathematics.
• Be a holder of the Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) certificate with at least a principle pass in Mathematics
• A PASS in Zetech University Diploma or any other relevant qualifications from an institution recognised by the Zetech University Senate.

Learning Outcomes

1. Analyse and document complex software requirements.
2. Design software solutions by applying Software Engineering design patterns, methods, frameworks, practices and techniques.
3. Develop, deliver and maintain quality software solutions.
4. Analyze legal, professional, ethical and social implications relating to the use of the world of technology and information.
5. Work independently and collaboratively, communicate effectively, and become responsible users of computing technology.