Ol'lessos National Polytechnic (OLP)
A national polytechnic in Nandi, Kenya, offering engineering, agriculture, and library studies since 1973.
- County
- Nandi
- Established
- 1973
- Students
- 3,000
- Employment rate
- 70%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Ol'lessos National Polytechnic is a public TVET institution in Nandi County, Kenya. Established in 1973, the polytechnic serves over 3,000 students across ten departments, including the rare Library and Information Studies programme.
The institution offers diploma and certificate courses in Agriculture and Extension, Automotive Engineering, Business Studies, Building and Civil Engineering, Computing and Informatics, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Health Science, Hospitality and Institutional Management, Library and Information Studies, and Research and Innovation. Facilities include a library, workshops, computer labs, sports facilities, laboratories, and hostels.
Accredited by TVETA and KNQA, the polytechnic is the only national polytechnic in Nandi County, uniquely offering Library and Information Studies — one of only two TVET institutions in Kenya with this programme.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 30,000 to Ksh 100,000
- Student to staff
- 1:22
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Eldoret National Polytechnic
Research
Competency based education and training (cbet) research across 10 departments. ajira digital initiative partner for online job skills. research aligned to kenya vision 2030 ict pillar.
Accredited by
- Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA)
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
10 listed- Agriculture & Extension
- Automotive Engineering
- Business Studies
- Building & Civil Engineering
- Computing & Informatics
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Health Science
- Hospitality, Institutional Management, Fashion & Design
- Library & Information Studies
- Research and Innovation
Courses offered
18 listed- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Diploma in Motor Vehicle Engineering
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Diploma in Business Management
- Certificate in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
- Diploma in Agriculture
- Certificate in Food and Beverage Production
- Diploma in Applied Statistics
- Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology
- Certificate in Fashion Design and Garment Making
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Certificate in Social Work and Community Development
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering
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
- Science Laboratories with modern equipment for practical training
- Student Hostels with boarding facilities for trainees
Notable alumni
- Technical professionals serving Nandi County and the North Rift region
- Graduates in automotive engineering and electrical trades
Further reading
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