Students who scored Grade C and below in the 2025 KCSE exams now have fresh opportunities after KUCCPS marketable courses were officially released this week.
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) published a list of 27 KUCCPS marketable courses aimed at learners who did not meet direct university entry grades but still want to continue with tertiary education.
Most of these KUCCPS marketable courses are offered in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions across the country. They cover certificate, diploma, and artisan levels.
KUCCPS says the release of these courses is part of the government’s broader plan to strengthen TVET education as a pathway to employment and self-employment.
Full list of KUCCPS marketable courses
The 27 KUCCPS marketable courses are grouped into different career areas.
Business and ICT
- Accountancy
- Business Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Human Resource Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Computer Science
- Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Engineering and Technical
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Building Construction
- Plumbing
- Welding and Fabrication
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
Agricultural Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
- Health and Applied Sciences
- Environmental Health
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Health Records and Information Technology
- Medical Laboratory Technology
- Applied Biology
- Applied Chemistry
Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Agriculture
- Animal Health and Production
- Forestry
- Fisheries and Aquaculture
Hospitality, Fashion and Creative
- Tourism and Hotel Management
- Food and Beverage Production
- Fashion Design and Clothing Technology
These KUCCPS marketable courses are designed to give students practical skills that match job market needs.
Entry requirements for these courses
KUCCPS has also clarified the minimum grades needed:
- Diploma level: At least Grade C-
- Certificate level: At least Grade D
- Artisan level: At least Grade D-
This means many students who missed university cut-off points can still benefit from KUCCPS marketable courses and gain professional skills.
The update comes just a month after the Ministry of Education released the 2025 KCSE results. A total of 270,715 candidates scored Grade C+ and above. Another 507,131 candidates scored Grade C-, while 634,082 candidates attained a pass grade of D+ and above.
With the new KUCCPS courses, thousands of learners now have a second chance to build careers through technical and vocational training.
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