A day in the life
- 08:00Site visit to a solar installation.
- 10:30Design a circuit for a new device.
- 14:00Test equipment and fix faults.
- 16:00Write a report for the client.
Is it for you?
- Best for Doers
Maths and physics you can switch on.
- With a Thinker side
You'll get to dig into tricky problems until they make sense.
- Worth knowing
High entry grade. Diplomas at TVET colleges are a strong alternative route.
Your path to becoming an Electrical Engineer
Based on the KCSE (8-4-4) route.
- 1 Now · Form 2–4
Focus on these subjects
MathsPhysicsChemistryEnglish - 2 KCSE
Aim for A- overall
B+ or better in Maths and Physics. Apply through KUCCPS after your results.
- 3 Study · 5 years
BSc Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Offered at UoN, JKUAT, Moi, DeKUT, Technical University of Kenya and more.
- 4 After · 3 years
Graduate engineer
Work under supervision, then register with the Engineers Board of Kenya.