Education

Bachelor of Education in Technology

The Bachelor of Education in Technology is a four-year degree programme that prepares graduates to teach technology and technical subjects in secondary schools and TVET institutions.

The curriculum covers educational foundations, educational psychology, technology education foundations, workshop practices, technical drawing, materials science, electrical and electronics technology, construction technology, mechanical technology, automotive technology, computer technology, and teaching methodology.

Students develop skills in workshop management, technical drawing, project-based learning, safety practices, instructional design for technical subjects, assessment of practical skills, curriculum development, and educational research.

Graduates pursue careers as technology teachers in secondary schools, TVET instructors, technical trainers, curriculum developers, and education consultants. They find employment in public and private secondary schools, TVET institutions, polytechnics, and government education offices.

The programme is offered at Moi University (public, KES 244,800/year, KUCCPS code 1253331) and University of Eldoret (public, KES 244,800/year, KUCCPS code 1114331). Both institutions offer specialist options in electrical, construction, mechanical, automotive, and computer technology.

Accreditation is provided by the Commission for University Education (CUE), the statutory body responsible for quality assurance and regulation of university education in Kenya. Graduates are eligible for registration with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) as technology teachers and with TVETA as TVET trainers.

Duration: 4 Years
Public, up to: Ksh 244,800
Job market: High

The programme

What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.

Practicalities

Study mode: Full-time
Attachment: 3 months
Average class: 30 students
Award: Bachelor

What you study

10 subjects

Educational Foundations
Educational Psychology
Technology Education Foundations
Workshop Practices
Technical Drawing
Materials Science
Electrical and Electronics Technology
Construction Technology
Mechanical Technology
Teaching Methodology

Modules

12 in the programme

Introduction to Technology Education
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Overview of technology education, its history, philosophy, and role in Kenya's education system.
Basic Physics and Chemistry
Year 1Semester 14 creditsCore
Fundamental principles of physics and chemistry as applied to technology education.
Educational Foundations
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Educational Foundations: Philosophical, sociological, and historical foundations of education in Kenya. Covers instructional strategies, assessment methods, and educational theory.
Technical Drawing
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Engineering drawing, CAD basics, and technical communication for technology education.
Workshop Practices and Safety
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Workshop safety, hand tools, machine tools, and materials handling in technology workshops.
Materials Science
Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore
Properties and applications of engineering materials including metals, polymers, and composites.
Electrical and Electronics Technology
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Electrical circuits, electronics, power systems, and digital technology fundamentals.
Teaching Methodology for Technical Subjects
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Pedagogical methods for teaching technical subjects, including project-based and experiential learning.
Construction Technology
Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore
Building construction, carpentry, masonry, and plumbing for technology education.
Assessment of Practical Skills
Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore
Techniques for assessing practical and technical skills in workshop and classroom settings.
Curriculum Development for Technology Education
Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore
Design and evaluation of technology education curricula for secondary schools and TVET.
Teaching Practice and Research Project
Year 4Semester 26 creditsCore
Supervised teaching practice at a secondary school or TVET institution and a final-year research project.

Specialisations

Electrical and Electronic Technology
Focus on teaching electrical circuits, electronics, power systems, and digital technology. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Construction and Building Technology
Focus on teaching building construction, carpentry, masonry, and plumbing. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Mechanical Technology
Focus on teaching mechanical engineering fundamentals, machine design, and manufacturing processes. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Automotive Technology
Focus on teaching automotive systems, vehicle maintenance, and engine technology. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Computer Technology
Focus on teaching computer hardware, networking, and ICT integration in technical education. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.

A day as a student

A typical day combines education lectures, workshop practicals, and technical drawing sessions. Morning sessions cover educational psychology, technology education foundations, and teaching methodology, while afternoons focus on workshop practices, laboratory work, and project-based learning. Students participate in teaching practice at secondary schools and TVET institutions, developing practical skills for teaching technical subjects.

The trade offs

In its favour

High demand for technology teachers with Kenya's STEM and TVET expansion agenda.
Multiple specialist options provide career versatility.
Graduates can work in both secondary schools and TVET institutions.
Workshop-based practical training develops hands-on technical skills.

Against it

Only offered at two public universities, limiting geographic choice.
KES 244,800/year is higher than regular B.Ed Arts programmes.
Requires strong background in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry.
Workshop safety and equipment management add responsibility beyond regular teaching.

What it costs

Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.

What it costs, and where

Against 243 education courses

Public245k to 245k

245k at Moi University245k at University of Eldoret

Annual tuition in Kenyan shillings, rounded. The upright tick is the median for this field, so a bar sitting entirely to its right is an expensive programme by the standards of its own subject.

The fine print

Moi & UoEldoret 244,800/yr (KUCCPS). No private B.Ed Tech provider verified.

HELB loans and Higher Education Fund (HEF) support are available for qualifying Kenyan students. County government bursaries may also be available.

Funding options

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
Higher Education Fund (HEF)
County Government Bursaries

Scholarships

4 recorded

Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Loan
Government loanKsh 60,000Kenyan
Kenyan students admitted to recognised universities. Must demonstrate financial need.
Higher Education Fund (HEF)
Government fundingKenyan
Kenyan students in public universities under the new funding model based on financial need assessment.
County Government Bursaries
Government bursaryKenyan
Kenyan students from respective counties demonstrating financial need.
TSC Teacher Training Support
BursaryKenyan
Teachers and trainee teachers in recognised institutions

Getting in

The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.

What you need

KCSE mean grade: C+ (Plus)
Alternative entry: KACE with at least two principal passes in Mathematics and Physics; OR a Diploma in Technical Education from a recognised institution; OR any other qualification recognised by the university senate and CUE.

How you are assessed

4 components

Continuous Assessment Tests and Assignments
Coursework30% of the mark
Written tests, workshop practical assessments, project evaluations, and micro-teaching assessments.
Teaching Practice Assessment
Practical20% of the mark
Supervised teaching practice at a secondary school or TVET institution with assessment of classroom and workshop performance.
End of Semester Examinations
Examination50% of the mark
Written examinations covering all course content for the semester.
Research Project
Project100% of the mark
A final-year research project investigating a relevant technology education issue.

Accreditation

The programme is accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE), the statutory body responsible for quality assurance and regulation of university education in Kenya. Graduates are eligible for registration with the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) as technology teachers.

Accredited by

Commission for University Education (CUE)
Academic accreditationRequired
CUE is the statutory body responsible for the accreditation and quality assurance of university programmes in Kenya.

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

6 roles

Technology Teacher (Secondary)
High demandKsh 45,000 to Ksh 150,000
Teaches technology and technical subjects in secondary schools.
TVET Instructor
High demandKsh 40,000 to Ksh 140,000
Trains students in technical and vocational skills at TVET institutions and polytechnics.
Technical Trainer (Industry)
Moderate demandKsh 50,000 to Ksh 180,000
Provides technical training in corporate and industrial settings.
Curriculum Developer (Technical)
Moderate demandKsh 55,000 to Ksh 200,000
Designs and evaluates technical education curricula at KICD or educational organisations.
Education Officer (Technical)
Moderate demandKsh 50,000 to Ksh 170,000
Works in government education offices supporting technical and TVET education policy.
Education Consultant (STEM)
Moderate demandKsh 55,000 to Ksh 200,000
Advises schools and organisations on STEM and technology education strategies.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates work as technology teachers in secondary schools, TVET instructors, and technical trainers. Demand is high with Kenya's STEM and TVET expansion agenda.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

AutoCAD
DesignPrimary
Computer-aided design software for technical drawing and engineering graphics.
Microsoft PowerPoint
PresentationPrimary
Presentation tool for lesson delivery and instructional materials.
Google Classroom
Learning management
Learning management platform for organising classes and assignments.
Microsoft Excel
Data analysis
Spreadsheet tool for assessment tracking and workshop inventory management.
Arduino IDE
Development
Development environment for teaching electronics and microcontroller programming.

Certifications

Industry links

Common misconceptions

This is an engineering degree, not a teaching degree.
This is a professional education degree with TSC registration, combining technical content with pedagogical training for teaching.
Graduates can only work in secondary schools.
Graduates can work in secondary schools, TVET institutions, polytechnics, and as technical trainers in industry.
Technology education is inferior to academic subjects.
Technology education is a critical component of Kenya's STEM and TVET agenda, with growing demand and career opportunities.
The programme only covers one technology area.
Students choose from multiple specialist options including electrical, construction, mechanical, automotive, and computer technology.