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Diploma in Security Science and Management

 

Introduction

The Programme consists of competencies that a person must achieve to enable him/her to be certified as a security professional. A security professional is expected to carry his/her duties competently to guarantee the security of individuals and property while maintaining high standards and adherence to best practices.

Programme Objective

The objective of the Programme is to equip learners with the competencies required to perform security related tasks.

Justification/

Rationale

A study by the Department in 2019 found out that there is need to focus on building foundational skills for anticipating and mitigating modern challenges, including corporate fraud, organized crime, transnational crime, drug and substance abuse, and violent extremism, rather than solely understanding the causes and dynamics of crime.

Entry Requirements

a)     Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) with a minimum mean grade of C- (C minus).

b)    Level 5 Certificate in a related course.

c)     Mean grade of D (Plain) at K.C.S.E and a Certificate from Kenyatta University or any other recognized/ accredited institution.                                          

d)    Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA).

Mode & Structure of  Delivery

Regular City Campus

DSVOL

Programme Duration

Two years

Curriculum Highlights

The Programme covers areas such as Foundations of Criminology, Foundations of  Security Studies, Basics of Criminal Psychology, Foundations of Criminal Justice System, Law and Security Management, Research Methods and Statistics, Ethics and Governance in Security Management, Human Rights and Security, Disaster Management, Environmental Security, Critical Infrastructure Security, Computer and Information Security, Forensic and Criminal Investigations, Conflict Management, Peace and Reintegration, Trans-National Crimes and Countering Violent Extremism, Private Security Industry and Management and Industrial Attachment.

Career opportunities

Disciplined services, corporate and private security institutions. 

Tuition & Fee Structure

Dsvol tuition fee East Africans Ksh. 90,330/= Non East Afr. Ksh. 90,330/= Full Time Regular tuition fee: East Africans Ksh. 90,330/= Non East Africans Ksh. 125,000/=.

Why Choose this Programme at KU

The Diploma Programme covers a wide range of content emphasizing foundational knowledge, its practical application, and alignment with occupational expectations.
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