Mwea Technical and Vocational College (MTV21)
A public technical and vocational college in Kirinyaga, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Kirinyaga
- Established
- 2018
- Students
- 1,200
- Employment rate
- 72%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Mwea Technical and Vocational College, located in Kirinyaga County, was established in 2015 to provide accessible and quality TVET education to the local community and beyond. The college was founded with the mission to equip students with practical skills and knowledge that meet the demands of the Kenyan labor market, thereby fostering self-reliance and economic development.
Over the years, it has grown to become a key institution in the region, offering a range of diploma and certificate programs in engineering, ICT, business, and agriculture.
Its commitment to hands-on training and community engagement has made it a preferred choice for many students seeking technical and vocational education.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 25,000 to Ksh 95,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Nyeri National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on electrical & electronics skills for kirinyaga county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
5 listed- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Building & Civil Engineering
- Welding & Fabrication
Courses offered
17 listed- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Artisan in Electrical Wireman
- Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Certificate in Electronics Engineering
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Certificate in Building Technology
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Artisan in Masonry
- Certificate in Welding and Fabrication
Campus and beyond
Where you would be, and who they are connected to.
On campus
- Well-stocked library with digital resource centre for trainees
- Engineering Workshops for mechanical and electrical practical training
- Computer Laboratories with internet access for ICT training
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
- Agricultural Demonstration Farm with modern equipment for practical training
- Student Hostels with boarding facilities for trainees
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as automotive professionals across Kirinyaga County in Mwea
- Alumni contributing to automotive industries and enterprises in Kirinyaga
International partnerships
4 institutions- TVETA (Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority)
- KNEC (Kenya National Examinations Council)
- CDACC (Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council)
- Ministry of Education
Further reading
Entry marks, intakes and fees at Mwea Technical and Vocational College are restated each year. Save it and the app keeps this version, so you can see what changed when it does.