General Information

Type: Private, chartered university in Kenya

Motto: “Inventing the Future”

Vision: To be a hub of academic excellence for a changing world

Mission: To impact society through research-driven education that integrates innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship

Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Customer Focus, Teamwork

History

Founded in 1997 by Ken Mbiuki, initially as a small ICT training center.

Formally registered as Zetech College in 1999, focusing on certificate and diploma courses.

Partnered with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) in the 2000s to offer degree programs.

Granted a Letter of Interim Authority in 2014, officially allowing it to operate as a university.

The Ruiru Campus was inaugurated in 2015 by President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Held its first degree graduation in 2017.

Became a fully chartered university in 2022.

Campuses

Ruiru Main Campus – Along Thika Road, about 20 km from Nairobi. Features include ICT labs, media studios, a 750-seat library, and the iZet Hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Nairobi City Campus – Located in the CBD, designed for working professionals and graduate students.

Mang’u / Technology Park Campus – Expansion hub for specialized facilities and new programs.

Academics

Schools / Faculties

School of Business & Economics

School of ICT, Media & Engineering

School of Education, Arts & Social Sciences

Corporate Academy for professional and continuing education

Program Levels

Certificate courses

Diploma programs

Undergraduate (Bachelor’s degrees)

Postgraduate (Master’s and PhD)

TVET and vocational training programs

Sample Programs

Diploma in Information Technology

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Degrees in Computer Science, Media, Digital Communication, Business, Psychology, Education, Political Science, and more

Accreditation

Fully chartered by Kenya’s Commission for University Education (CUE)

ISO 9001:2015 certified for quality management

Offers flexible learning modes: in-person and accredited Online, Distance, and eLearning (ODeL)

Admissions & Fees

Intakes: January, May, and September

Fee Payment: Can be done in installments (40-40-20 structure across the semester)

Requirements: Based on KCSE grades and prior qualifications, varying by program and level

Student Life

Sports: Football, basketball, rugby, volleyball, martial arts, and more

Clubs: IT Club, Drama & Music, Journalism, Christian Union, Entrepreneurship, Arts, and Mentorship hubs

Support Services: Health and counseling center, career placement services, internship and entrepreneurship opportunities

Library: Capacity for 750 students, thousands of titles, e-resources, Wi-Fi, and digital systems

Key Strengths

Strong focus on technology and innovation

Flexible learning options including online study

Accredited and quality-certified institution

Strategic campus locations

Expanding academic portfolio and industry connections