Programme Overview
The Diploma in Cyber Security equips students with the practical technical skills required to protect computer networks, defend digital infrastructure, and respond to modern cybersecurity threats. Delivered within a holistic Christian framework, the curriculum prepares students to uphold high ethical standards while tackling complex security challenges, vulnerability management, and digital risk mitigation.
This course is ideal for:
- Aspiring Security Professionals interested in ethical hacking, network defense, and digital forensics.
- IT Certificate Holders seeking specialization in system and network protection.
- Tech Enthusiasts who want to build a career in roles such as Junior Cyber Security Analyst, IT Security Specialist, or Network Administrator Assistant.
Minimum Admission Requirements
Applicants must satisfy general University requirements and meet at least one of the following criteria:
- KCSE (or equivalent):
- Minimum mean grade of C− (Minus).
- Minimum grade of C− (Minus) in Mathematics.
- Minimum grade of C− (Minus) in English or Kiswahili.
- Note: Preference is given to applicants who attained a minimum grade of C− (Minus) in Physics and/or Computer Studies.
- KNEC Certificate: Certificate or equivalent from an accredited and recognized institution in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Technology, or another related computing discipline.
- Kabarak University Certificate: Certificate in Information Technology / Cyber Security (or an equivalent qualification recognized by the University Senate).
