Ugenya Technical and Vocational College (UTVC)
A public technical and vocational college in Siaya, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Siaya
- Established
- 2015
- Students
- 1,500
- Employment rate
- 70%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Ugenya Technical and Vocational College, located in Ugenya Constituency, Siaya County, is a public TVET institution established to provide practical skills training aligned with Kenya's Vision 2030. Founded in the early 2010s, the college has grown to serve over a thousand students from the Nyanza region and beyond. Its mission is to equip learners with market-oriented competencies in engineering, business, ICT, and applied sciences, fostering self-reliance and employability.
The college offers a range of Certificate and Diploma programmes, including Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Business Management, and Agriculture.
Accredited by TVETA and KNEC, the institution serves as a key technical training centre for the region, supporting the local economy with skilled graduates.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 30,000 to Ksh 80,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Blended
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Kisumu National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on hospitality & tourism management skills for siaya county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
4 listed- Hospitality & Tourism Management
- Food & Beverage Production
- Travel & Tour Operations
- Business Studies
Courses offered
12 listed- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Diploma in Business Management
- Certificate in Fashion Design and Garment Making
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Diploma in Accounting and Finance
- Certificate in Building and Construction
- Diploma in Agricultural Engineering
- Certificate in Catering and Accommodation Management
- Artisan in Carpentry and Joinery
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
- Student Accommodation with modern equipment for practical training
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as business professionals across Siaya County
- Alumni contributing to local industries and enterprises in Siaya
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 Ugenya 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.