The Kenya Utalii College (KUC) has opened applications for various hospitality, catering and tourism courses.
Students with a C+ and above qualify for the Diploma in Hospitality Management, requiring a C+ in English and a C in Mathematics or Business Studies.
For candidates with a KCSE grade of C plain, the hospitality and catering college offers several diploma courses, including Food and Beverage Management, Events Management, Housekeeping and Laundry Operations, and Front Office Operations, subject to specific subject prerequisites.
At the same time, students who scored a D+ or D are eligible for certificate courses such as Food and Beverage Service and Sales, Banqueting and Events, Housekeeping and Laundry, and Pastry and Bakery.
Catering & Hospitality Courses
| Course Description | Course Requirements | Duration |
| Higher National Diploma | KUC graduates of a 3-year Diploma course in Hotel Management. | 1 Year |
| Diploma in Hospitality Management | KCSE Aggregate C+, English C+, Math/Business Studies C+ or any other qualification. | 3 Years |
| Diploma in Front Office Operations & Admin | KCSE Aggregate C, English C+ and Math/Business C. KUC graduates of 1/1.5/2-year certificate courses may apply (Distinction or Credit required). | 2 Years |
| Diploma in Culinary Arts | KCSE Aggregate C, English C and Math/Business Studies C. KUC grads of 1.5/2-year Food Production course may apply (Distinction/Credit required). | 2 Years |
| Diploma in Food & Beverage Management | KCSE Aggregate C, English C+ and Math/Business Studies C. Same criteria as above. | 2 Years |
| Diploma in Events Management | KCSE Aggregate C, English C+ and Math/Business Studies C. Same re-entry conditions for qualified KUC certificate holders. | 2 Years |
| Diploma in Housekeeping & Laundry | KCSE Aggregate C, English C+ and Math/Business Studies C. Same as above. | 2 Years |
| Certificate in Front Office Operations | KCSE Aggregate C-, English C- and Math/Business D+. KUC grads of relevant short courses may apply. | 1.5 Years |
| Certificate in Pastry & Bakery | KCSE Aggregate C-, English C- and Math/Home Science D+. Re-entry allowed for those with Distinction or Credit. | 1.5 Years |
| Certificate in Housekeeping & Laundry | KCSE Aggregate C-, English C-. Re-entry allowed with Distinction/Credit in previous related short course. | 1.5 Years |
Service Courses
| Course | Requirements | Duration |
| Certificate in Food & Beverage Service & Sales | KCSE Aggregate C-, English C-, or equivalent. Also available for KUC short course holders (re-entry). | 1 Year |
| Certificate in Banqueting & Events | KCSE Aggregate D+, English C- or equivalent. Short course grads with 2+ years of experience also considered. | 1 Year |
Tourism Courses
| Course Description | Requirements | Duration |
| Diploma in Travel & Tour Operations | KCSE Aggregate C, English C+ and Math/History/Geography/Business Studies C. KUC short course grads with Distinction/Credit eligible. | 2 Years |
| Diploma in Tour Guiding & Admin | KCSE Aggregate C, English C+ and History/Geography/Business Studies C. Same re-entry conditions apply. | 2 Years |
| Certificate in Travel & Tour Operations | KCSE Aggregate C-, English C-, Geography/History/Business D+. KUC short course grads eligible (with experience or Distinction/Credit). | 1.5 Years |
| Certificate in Tour Guiding & Admin | KCSE Aggregate C-, English C-, History/Geography/Business D+. Same re-entry and experience-based entry criteria apply. | 1.5 Years |
How to Apply for Catering Courses
Students interested in joining Kenya Utalii College for catering courses are required to apply online through the college’s official website www.utalii.ac.ke. Applicants should choose a program that matches their academic qualifications.
Application Requirements:
- Scanned copy of KCSE certificate
- School leaving certificate
- National Identity Card or Birth Certificate
- Reliable email address and telephone contact
Contact for Inquiries:
- Email:admissions@utalii.ac.ke
- Website:utalii.ac.ke
- Mobile:0722 205 891 / 0733 410 005