The following are the admission requirements for the different programmes under the department of Architecture.
Diploma in Architecture: 6 Semesters
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) aggregate grade C or equivalent and grades C- in English/Kiswahili, Mathematics, Physics, Geography or Drawing and Design or Art and Design or History and Government or Chemistry (C Physical Science) OR A-Level Certificate with one (1) Principal Pass in Mathematics or Physics and two subsidiary passes or other equivalent qualifications as approved by the University Senate.
Bachelor of Architectural Studies: 4 Years
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum aggregate of B- (minus) and C+ (plus) as the minimum grade in cluster groups of 4 subjects which include: Mathematics, Physics, any subject from GROUP III (History and Government OR Geography OR Christian Religious Education OR Islamic Religious Education OR Hindu Religious Education); or 2nd GROUP (Biology or Chemistry); OR 2nd GROUP III OR GROUP IV (Home Science, or Art and Design or Agriculture or Aviation Technology or Computer Studies); OR GROUP V (French, German, Arabic, Music, Business Studies). OR JKUAT Arch. Diploma – Credit and above and 12 months refereed industry or travel portfolio (entry into 3rd year of Study) OR JKUAT Arch. Diploma – PASS and 12 months refereed industry or travel portfolio (entry into 1st year of study) OR Any other relevant qualification recognized by the University Senate.
Bachelor of Architecture: 2 Years
Minimum B. Architectural Studies, OR any other relevant qualifications recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent or higher than those specified above.
Master of Urban Design; 2 Years
Applications should either be: Holders of a Bachelor’s Degree with at least a 2nd Class Honors (Upper Division) from JKUAT in relevant fields or from any other institution recognized by the JKUAT Senate, OR Holders of other qualifications recognized by JKUAT senate as being equivalent or higher than those specified above.
Ph.D Architecture
A holder of a Master degree in a relevant discipline recognized by JKUAT Senate may be registered for a Ph.D in the department
Resources:
- University Admission documents
- School of Architecture and Building Sciences Application Form
- Fee Structure and Brochure
- Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS)
I have been considering to pursue Bachelor of Architecture. So far I have seen the course outline and the admission requirements.
I am however looking for the fee structure. This is a very big piece of information for me to consider the possibility of enrolling for the above.
Please send me the fee structure on email in order for me to make an informed decision.
Joseph Akola.
Hello Joseph. The fee structure has been uploaded on the department webpage under admissions.
Wycliff
Has the admission process for these who applied in May 2015 for the September 2015 intake for Bachelor of Architectural Technology (self sponsored) been concluded.
Thanks.
Morning Byron
The application deadline is on 1st July, 2015.
Wycliff
Good Afternoon. Seeing as the kuccps results will be out in late July will there be a provision for students to be able to apply for self-sponsored programme despite the 1st July deadline?
Hello Tito,
There will be no provision. You may however apply during the next intake.
Wycliff.
Hi….When will the people who applied for bachelor of architectural technology for this years September intake be informed they have been selected?
Send me fees structure for second year bachelor’s
Hello Muchiri,
I’ve sent it on your email. It is also available on this website under http://www.jkuat.ac.ke/departments/architecture/?page_id=337
Wycliff
I am looking for the application form for the Diploma in Architecture Course. Kindly assist
hello Daniel
kindly check on
http://nit.ac.ke/admissions/
And when is the next intake for the Diploma in Architecture Course?
hello Daniel
kindly check on
http://nit.ac.ke/admissions/
Hello, what are the applications deadlines for 2018 intake for architecture and which months do you have intakes within the year?
Hello Maggie
Look out for the advert for application which opens between March and April for September intake.
http://www.jkuat.ac.ke/
Thanks.
I wanted to ask that is it possible for a student to get admissionin the college if he has a D in maths, phy, geo and a C in English but these marks are of necta of Tanzania. Looking forward to hear from you. Thanks
Hello Qaidjohar,
Successful admission is based on the board looking at your credentials irrespective of the country where you studied. Maths, Physics and Geography are all important subjects in the Study of Architecture and therefore you do not qualify.
thanks
I done a diploma in architecture from Kenya Institute of Highway and building Technology and I would wish to pursue Bachelor of Architectural Technology in JKUAT, is that possible?
Hello Marvin,
It is possible. Just apply during the next intake around March-APril.
Thanks
Hello, I would like to know according to the new system of if you have a diploma you don’t start at first year, does it apply to the Bachelor of Architectural Technology in JKUAT? Even when the diploma score is a pass?
Hello Peter.
With a Pass in Diploma you will have to work in the industry for 12 Months then apply to join First year.
Thank you.
Hey
Is it possible for one to join the course through the module 2 even though all the requirements are not met…having got a C in physic
Hello Njenga.
Am not sure i understand your question. All applications are carefully considered by the board before admission is offered.
thanks
Hello, I got a D plain in my KCSE and I was adviced to do certificate in Building technology for 2 years So is it possible for me to apply for architecture at a Diploma level?
Hello Calvin,
the admission criteria is outlined on our website: http://www.jkuat.ac.ke/departments/architecture/admissions/
thank you
Am a diploma student of architectural engineering frio Rift valley technical training institute and need to pursue degree in architectural what are the procedure and requirements needed
Hello Brian.
Kindly apply whenever it is advertised. Your application will be reviewed and you shall be advised.
Thank you
Hey,have you implemented the credit transfer system that enables a diploma student to join the degree programme in second or third year?
Hello Martin,
You will be notified once it is fully implemented
I am interested to take construction management. I had b with maths a-, physic b , Chem b- geography b- , English c+. Do I qualifyvasbself sponsored. If I do, how do I apply
Hello Kelvin.
Kindly check their webpage: http://www.jkuat.ac.ke/departments/conman/
Thanks
Hello Jkuat,
I have a Diploma in architecture from JKUAT with a credit qualifications, in addition with well performed in KSCE exam with C plus and above in the cluster subjects , am I eligible for credit transfer to third year to pursue B.Arch tech.?
Hello Tom,
Kindly apply when it is advertised and you shall be notified.
thank you
Hi. I would love to pursue the diploma in architecture.I scored a B plain in maths and a D plain in physics. Would it be possible?
Hello Joy.
kindly check the NIT website: http://www.nit.ac.ke/
thank you
Hello, I recently made an application to the department to study architecture. So my question is, when will I know if i have qualified or not for i am hearing registrations in the college have commenced.
HI John. I hope you got your response. If not kindly visit the Department as soon as possible.
Hello.I would like to know whether there is still open application for 2018 or its closed for an undergraduate course
Hello Jane.
Sorry the application window is closed. You may apply next year between March and April next year.
Thank you.
fee structure for diploma arch????
Hello Brian.
For information about the Diploma kindly visit
http://nit.ac.ke/diploma-in-architecture-jkuat/
Thanks.
hello, I did my diploma for arch at NIT , the jkuat one n finished on august 2018, is it possible to join for the degree in 2019 since by the time you open for applications I will still be waiting to graduate for the diploma which am supposed to graduate in june, during your next graduation
Hello Timothy.
Kindly visit the department in person to discuss your concern.
thank you.
I would like to apply for interior design alone for Jan intake
Hello Harriet.
Interior design is not yet offered. Kindly check in April 2019 whether it will have been launched for September 2019 Intake.
Thanks.
Hello, I would like to inquire the deadline for 2018/19 diploma for architecture intake .Thank you.
Hello Simon,
Diploma intakes are done per semester so you can apply and you will be notified on the next available intake.
Thanks.
Hello .. I really want to pursue Architecture in degree and I had a B- and I qualify for the requirements how can I apply
Hello Oscar.
The application window for September intake will open in March 2019. Kindly look out for the advertisement and apply.
Thanks.
Hello
I got pass in JKUATdiploma in Architecture,will i qualify to join 3rd year degree in Architecture or else which other related course will i qualify for 3rd year programme.
Thanks
Hello Gideon.
With a Pass you qualify for First Year.
What happens if one never did physics n wants to do this course
Hello Rose,
Kindly check on the requirements. Physics is an important component of Architecture.
Thanks.
I had a B- in maths,B in geography,D+ in physics.can i persue diploma in architecture
Hello Daniel
Kindly Visit the Department with your result slip for inquiry.
Thanks.