Computing & Informatics

Build the Skills Behind the Digital Economy

Develop practical computing, ICT, networking and information-management skills for a world increasingly powered by technology.

Head of Department

Computing and Informatics

Welcome to the Department of Computing and Informatics. We develop practical skills in ICT, computer science, networking and information management through structured College learning and well-equipped computer laboratories. Regular classes on the Digital Economy help learners connect technology skills to Kenya’s ongoing digital transformation. Explore our programmes and apply to begin your journey at MMTVC.

Digital Transformation

Kenya Is Going Digital. Be Part of It.

Kenya is undergoing digital transformation. Digital technology is increasingly relevant across sectors — from public services and business to education and everyday life. At MMTVC, regular classes on the Digital Economy help learners understand this shift and build skills that support participation in a technology-driven world.

MMTVC offers regular classes on the Digital Economy as part of Computing and Informatics learning.

  1. Digital Skills
  2. Technical Competence
  3. Innovation
  4. Digital Economy
  5. Opportunity
  • Transformation

    Digital change is reshaping how organisations work, serve customers and manage information.

  • Business Tech

    Computing skills help bridge technical systems with everyday organisational needs.

  • Practical Skills

    Programmes emphasise hands-on ICT, networking and information-management competences.

  • Connected Opportunity

    Technology opens pathways across sectors as digital tools become more widely used.

“The number one benefit of information technology is that it empowers people to do what they want to do. It lets people be creative. It lets people be productive.”

— Rev. Larry Hollon

Computer Laboratories

The College boasts modern, fully equipped computer laboratories designed to support both academic learning and practical skill development. Each lab is furnished with high-performance computers, up-to-date software applications, and reliable internet connectivity to ensure students gain hands-on experience with the latest digital tools.

To cater to diverse programs, the laboratories are organized to support specialized areas such as programming, networking, database management, and multimedia design.

Students using computers in an MMTVC computer laboratory

Why Choose Computing at MMTVC?

  • Well-Equipped Labs

    The College has well-equipped computer laboratories for practical computing learning.

  • Digital Economy Classes

    Regular classes on the Digital Economy help learners connect skills to Kenya’s digital transformation.

  • Practical Pathways

    Programmes develop ICT, networking, computing and information-management skills for workplace contexts.

  • Clear Progression

    Structured Level 4, 5 and 6 pathways support continued study toward higher qualifications.

  • Information Disciplines

    Records, archives and library information studies sit alongside ICT and computing programmes.

  • Career Direction

    Illustrative career pathways help learners explore possible directions — not employment guarantees.

“You might not think that programmers are artists, but programming is an extremely creative profession. It’s logic-based creativity.”

— John Romero

Our Programmes

Five Computing and Informatics programmes across Levels 4–6. Career pathways are illustrative and are not employment guarantees.

  • Level 4 Level 5 Level 6
    Level 4 — 1 Year · Level 5 — 1½ Years · Level 6 — 2½ Years

    ICT Technician

    • Level 4 KCSE D- or E.
    • Level 5 KCSE D+, D Plain or relevant Level 4 qualification.
    • Level 6 KCSE C- or relevant Level 5 qualification.
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  • Level 6
    2½ Years

    Computer Science

    KCSE C- or relevant Level 5 qualification.

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  • Level 4
    1 Year

    Records and Archives Management

    KCSE D- or E.

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  • Level 5
    1½ Years

    Library and Information Studies

    KCSE D+, D Plain or relevant Level 4 qualification.

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  • Level 5
    1½ Years

    Network System Administration

    KCSE D+, D Plain or relevant Level 4 qualification.

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TVET CDACC — TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council

National competence certification

Examined for competence

Except for professional courses and NITA pathways, all other programmes are examined by TVET CDACC — the TVET Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council.

  • College programmes TVET CDACC
  • Professional courses Their examining bodies
  • NITA pathways NITA

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“Most of the good programmers do programming not because they expect to get paid or get adulation by the public, but because it is fun to program.”

— Linus Torvalds

Driving Course

MMTVC also offers an affordable Driving Course as an additional course upon request through the Head of Department once admitted.

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Academic progression

Your Pathway to Success

  1. Level 4
  2. Level 5
  3. Level 6
  4. Bachelor's Degree
  5. Specialization

After completing an appropriate Level 6 qualification, a graduate may apply for admission to a Bachelor's Degree programme at an accredited university, subject to the university's admission requirements and recognition of the qualification.

Code Meets Collection

Fuel your digital skills with online learning resources.

From ICT fundamentals to networks and information studies, the E-Library gives Computing & Informatics learners access to digital references that complement lab and classroom practice.

  • Study anytime with digital access
  • Support coursework and revision
  • Explore department-relevant materials

Learn beyond the lab

Level Up with Cisco Networking Academy

We encourage Computing and Informatics learners to explore free online courses through Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad). These self-paced resources can help you build networking, cybersecurity and digital skills alongside your MMTVC programme — at your own pace, from anywhere.

NetAcad is an external platform operated by Cisco. Course availability may change. Completing NetAcad courses does not replace MMTVC admission, assessment or certification requirements.

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Ready to Build Digital Skills?

Apply online, select a Computing and Informatics programme and intake, then begin your journey at MMTVC.