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Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Level 6

The Bachelor Of Science In Accountancy Level 6 is a degree programme that equips students with knowledge and skills in in accountancy level 6. The programme falls under the General category and typically spans 4 years of full-time study at accredited Kenyan universities.

The curriculum covers Financial Accounting, Computerized Accounting, Taxation, Cost Accounting, Auditing, Payroll Management. Students engage with both theoretical foundations and practical applications, developing competencies in technical and analytical competencies. The coursework is designed to build progressive understanding from foundational concepts to advanced topics.

Throughout the programme, students study Entrepreneurship, Quantitative Methods, Cost Accounting, Taxation Principles, Auditing Basics. The teaching approach combines lectures, laboratory practicals, tutorials, assignments and independent research projects. This blend ensures graduates can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems in their field.

The programme offers specialisations in Auditing, Taxation, Credit Control. Students can focus their studies on areas of particular interest, allowing them to tailor their degree to specific career goals. The flexibility enables graduates to pursue diverse professional paths within the sector.

Graduates of the Bachelor Of Science In Accountancy Level 6 pursue careers as Tax Assistant, Credit Controller, Payroll Administrator, Accounts Assistant. They find employment in various sectors including government agencies, private companies, research institutions, non-governmental organisations and academic institutions. The degree opens doors to both local and international opportunities.

The programme is accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and offered at recognised universities across Kenya. Students benefit from industry attachments, fieldwork and practical training that complement classroom learning and enhance employability upon graduation.

Duration: 4 years
Public, up to: Ksh 220,150
Private, up to: Ksh 365,000
Job market: High

The programme

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

Practicalities

Study mode: Full-time, Part-time
Attachment: 3 months
Average class: 35 students
Award: Bachelor

What you study

6 subjects

Financial Accounting
Computerized Accounting
Taxation
Cost Accounting
Auditing
Payroll Management

Modules

10 in the programme

Financial Accounting
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Preparing ledgers and financial statements. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework ...
Computerized Accounting
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Using QuickBooks, Sage, and Pastel. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework and end-...
Taxation Principles
Year 1Semester 33 creditsCore
Computing VAT, PAYE, and income tax. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework and end...
Cost Accounting
Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore
Analyzing business costs and budgeting. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework and ...
Auditing Basics
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Internal controls and audit procedures. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework and ...
Payroll Management
Year 2Semester 33 creditsCore
Processing salaries and statutory deductions. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursewor...
Business Law
Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore
Legal aspects of business contracts. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework and end...
Economics
Year 3Semester 23 creditsCore
Micro and macroeconomic principles. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework and end-...
Quantitative Methods
Year 3Semester 33 creditsCore
Mathematical tools for accounting. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework and end-o...
Entrepreneurship
Year 4Semester 16 creditsCore
Starting and managing a business. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests, coursework and end-of...

Specialisations

Credit Control
Debt management. 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.
Auditing
Internal audit support. 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.
Payroll
Salary processing. 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.
Taxation
Focus on KRA compliance. 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.
Computerized Accounting
Software specialization. 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

Students spend time in computer labs doing practicals on QuickBooks, attending theory classes on taxation, and working through mock VAT returns and payroll schedules.

The trade offs

In its favour

Every business needs accounting services, guaranteeing constant demand.
CBET curriculum ensures practical, software-oriented skills.
Provides a stepping stone to CPA qualifications.

Against it

Requires high attention to detail to avoid costly errors.
Can be monotonous working with numbers all day.
Tax laws and accounting software change frequently.

What it costs

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

What it costs, and where

Against 331 business courses

Public184k to 220k

184k at Kenyatta University220k at University of Nairobi

Private105k to 365k

105k at Mount Kenya University365k at Strathmore University

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

KU B.Com ~184K/yr, UoN ~220K/yr (educationnewshub). Strathmore ~365K/yr, MKU ~105K/yr.

HELB and county bursaries are available. Some corporate firms sponsor students through KASNEB routes.

Funding options

HELB TVET Loan
NG-CDF Bursary

Scholarships

5 recorded

County Government Bursaries
BursaryKsh 20,000Kenyan
County residents.
Higher Education Fund (HEF)
BursaryKenyan
Kenyan undergraduate students placed by KUCCPS in public universities
ICPAK Scholarship for Accounting and Finance Students
ScholarshipKenyan
Bright and needy students admitted to accounting or finance programmes
NG-CDF Bursary
BursaryKsh 15,000Kenyan
Needy students.
KASNEB Fee Waivers
GrantKsh 30,000Kenyan
Outstanding but needy accounting students.

Getting in

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

What you need

KCSE mean grade: KCSE mean grade D+ (Plus) or equivalent
Alternative entry: Artisan Certificate in Business or relevant experience.

Mathematics
D
English/Kiswahili
D

How you are assessed

5 components

Final CBET Assessment
Exam10% of the mark
External assessment by TVETA assessor.
Theory Exams
Exam20% of the mark
Written tests on accounting principles.
Competency Demonstrations
Practicum40% of the mark
Practical tasks like preparing a full set of accounts.
Portfolio
Project20% of the mark
Collection of financial reports and tax returns.
Attachment Logbook
Cat10% of the mark
Evaluation during attachment in a finance dept.

Accreditation

Accredited by TVETA and assessed by CDACC. 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.

Accredited by

Curriculum Development, Assessment and Certification Council
NationalRequired
Assesses and certifies competencies.
Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority
NationalRequired
Accredits the Level 6 program.

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

5 roles

Tax Assistant
High demandKsh 40,000 to Ksh 65,000
Prepares and files tax returns for KRA compliance.
Credit Controller
Medium demandKsh 40,000 to Ksh 70,000
Manages debt collection and credit accounts.
Payroll Administrator
Medium demandKsh 40,000 to Ksh 65,000
Processes employee salaries and deductions.
Accounts Assistant
High demandKsh 35,000 to Ksh 60,000
Manages day-to-day financial transactions and ledgers.
Audit Clerk
Medium demandKsh 35,000 to Ksh 55,000
Assists auditors in verifying financial records.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates secure roles as accounts assistants, payroll administrators, audit clerks, or credit controllers in SMEs, NGOs, and corporate firms.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

SAP FICO
ErpPrimary
SAP financial and controlling module.
QuickBooks Enterprise
Accounting
Advanced accounting for SMEs.
Microsoft Excel
SpreadsheetPrimary
Financial modelling and analysis.
SAP ERP
ErpPrimary
Oracle ERP
Erp

Certifications

Industry links

Common misconceptions

Level 6 is just basic bookkeeping.
It covers complex topics like taxation, auditing, and computerized accounting, preparing technicians for critical financial roles.
This programme has limited career opportunities.
Graduates pursue diverse career paths across multiple sectors in Kenya and internationally.
The programme is only for top-performing students.
While academic excellence is valued, the programme accepts students meeting the minimum KCSE requirements and supports diverse learners.
Graduates cannot find employment in Kenya.
Kenya's growing economy creates demand for qualified graduates across public, private, and NGO sectors.