Utalii College Courses Available for 2026 Intake on KUCCPS Platform
As a Centre of Excellence in hospitality and tourism training, the institution continues to provide competency-based education aligned with global industry standards.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the courses currently available.
Students at Utalii College
Hospitality Courses Offered at Kenya Utalii College
Higher National Diploma Programmes
Higher National Diploma in Hotel Management
Eligibility: Kenya Utalii College graduates who completed a 3-year or 4-year Diploma in Hotel Management
Duration: 1 Year
Diploma Programmes
Diploma in Hospitality Management
Requirements: KCSE mean grade C, English C+, Mathematics or Business Studies C-
OR KUC Certificate graduates (1½–2 years) with Credit or Distinction
Duration: 3 Years
Diploma in Front Office Operations and Administration
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics or Business Studies D+
OR relevant KUC Certificate with Credit or Distinction
Duration: 2 Years
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics or Home Science D+
OR KUC Food Production or Food & Beverage Certificate with Credit or Distinction
Duration: 2 Years
Diploma in Food and Beverage Management
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics or Business Studies D+
OR related KUC Certificate with Credit or Distinction
Duration: 2 Years
Diploma in Events Management
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics or Business Studies D+
OR relevant KUC Certificate with Credit or Distinction
Duration: 2 Years
Diploma in Housekeeping and Laundry Operations
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics or Business Studies D+
OR KUC Housekeeping Certificate with Credit or Distinction
Duration: 2 Years
Certificate Programmes
Certificate in Front Office Operations
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, Mathematics or Business Studies D
OR KUC short course graduates with Credit or Distinction
Additional requirements apply for candidates with lower KCSE grades
Duration: 1 Year
Certificate in Pastry and Bakery
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, Mathematics or Home Science D
OR KUC Baking and Kitchen Operation short courses with Credit or Distinction
Work experience required for lower KCSE grades
Duration: 1 Year
Certificate in Housekeeping and Laundry Operations
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-
OR relevant KUC short courses with Credit or Distinction
Work experience required for lower KCSE grades
Duration: 1 Year
Certificate in Food and Beverage Service and Sales
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-
OR Banqueting, Barista or Bar Tending short courses with Credit or Distinction
Work experience required where applicable
Duration: 1 Year
Certificate in Banqueting and Events Management
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-
OR Banqueting Operations or Bar Service short courses with Credit or Distinction
Work experience required for lower KCSE grades
Duration: 1 Year
Tourism Courses Offered at Kenya Utalii College
Diploma Programmes
Diploma in Travel and Tourism Management
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics, Geography or History D+
OR KUC Tourism Certificate with Credit or Distinction
Duration: 2 Years
Diploma in Tour Guiding and Administration
Requirements: KCSE C, English C-, Mathematics, Geography or History D+
OR relevant KUC Certificate with Credit or Distinction
Duration: 2 Years
Certificate Programmes
Certificate in Travel and Tour Operations
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, Mathematics, Geography or History D
OR Airline Cabin Crew or Travel Agency Techniques Certificate with Credit or Distinction
Work experience required for lower KCSE grades
Duration: 1 Year
Certificate in Tour Guiding and Administration
Requirements: KCSE C-, English C-, Mathematics, Geography or History D
OR Tourism short courses with Credit or Distinction
Work experience required where applicable
Duration: 1 Year
Short Courses (Ongoing Intake)
Kenya Utalii College also offers industry-focused short courses with flexible intakes throughout the year.
Duration: 1 to 6 Months
Application Status: Open continuously
More Details: Available on the official website: www.utalii.ac.ke
Why Choose Kenya Utalii College?
Kenya Utalii College is a UN Tourism affiliate institution and has trained hospitality professionals for over 50 years. The college is recognized for:
Competency-based practical training
International employment recognition
Strong industry partnerships
High graduate employability rates
Modern training facilities
Application Information
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to secure limited slots for the October 2025 intake.
Applicants should ensure they meet the academic and professional entry requirements before submitting their applications.