Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology in Kenya (Schools+requirements)
This article will explore the entry requirements for diploma in science laboratory technology, what it entails, and plus schools to enrol in.
A diploma in science laboratory technology in Kenya is a three-year course offered by various universities and colleges.
The course will prepare you for a career in science. With the diploma, you can work in research labs, pharmaceutical companies, school laboratories, and many more.
Note that you can’t work in a hospital laboratory with a Diploma in science laboratory technology. A Medical laboratory technologist holds a degree or diploma in medical laboratory science.
In this article, we will look at the entry requirements for the course as well as the institutions offering the course. Let’s get to it.
Entry requirements for the diploma in science laboratory technology
To secure admission to the course, you have to meet the following entry requirements.
- At least C minus in KCSE.
- No minimum subject entry requirements.
Institutions offering the course
You can enrol for a Diploma in science laboratory technology in any of the following institutions.
- Dr. Daniel wako murende technical & vocational college
- Jaramogi oginga odinga university of science and technology
- Kabete national polytechnic
- Lodwar technical and vocational college
- Murang’a university of technology tvet institute
- Nyeri national polytechnic
- Sigalagala national polytechnic
- Technical university of Mombasa
Course application
Applications for the course can be done through the KUCCPS portal or directly to the institutions. You can apply for the courses when the application window opens.
Winding Up
We have looked at science lab technology diploma entry requirements, institutions offering the course, career options, and study duration.
In summary, the entry requirement for the course is at least C minus in KCSE, it takes three years to complete and the course prepares you for a career in science as a scientist.
