Gretsa University is a progressive institution committed to providing quality and relevant higher education.
Established in 2006, the university is duly registered and accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE).
Gretsa University is a private University located in Thika Town along Thika-Garissa Road.
The institution offers degrees, diplomas, and certificate programmes in Business, Computer Science, Hospitality Management, Education, Health Sciences, Technology, and Agricultural Management, with a variety of specialized options.
As of December 2022, the university successfully held 13 graduation ceremonies, conferring degrees and awarding certificates and diplomas to over 8,500 graduands.
Gretsa University: Courses Offered, Fees, Location and Campuses
- School of Library and Information Science
The Department of Information Science trains students in organizing and managing information to aid faster decision-making in both the public and private sectors. The rising value of information in today’s digital age has created a demand for professionals in records management, archives, and library technology.
Diploma Programs:
Diploma in Records and Information Science
Diploma in Library and Information Technology
Diploma in Records and Archives Management
Certificate Program:
Certificate in Library and Information Science
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- School of Health Sciences
Committed to holistic healthcare training, this school produces professionals skilled in curative, preventive, and promotive healthcare services.
The School of Health Sciences at Gretsa University trains competent professionals to approach health issues holistically, integrating theory and practice in delivering diagnostic, curative, preventive, and promotive care.
Its goal is to equip graduates to meet the evolving health needs of the community effectively.
Diploma Programs:
Public Health
Health Records & Information Technology
Community Health
Nutrition and Dietetics
Certificate Programs:
Public Health
Health Records
Community Health
Nutrition and Dietetics
Bridging Certificates:
English
Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics
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School of Education
The school cultivates adaptable educators proficient in technology and social impact.
The Department of Education and Languages offers programmes in English, Kiswahili, and Literature, alongside diplomas in Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE), Special Needs Education, and Education (Arts).
Department of Geography, History, and Religion also contributes to the academic portfolio with programmes for both undergraduate and diploma students.
Bachelor’s Degree Program:
Bachelor of Education (Arts)
Diploma Programs:
Diploma in Education (Arts)
Diploma in ECDE
Diploma in Special Needs Education
- School of Business
Offering a robust portfolio of commerce-related courses, this school prepares students to thrive in the competitive business environment.
Bachelor’s Degree Programs:
BCom in Accounting, Finance, Human Resource, Marketing, Purchasing & Supply, Credit Management
Diploma Programs:
Business Management
Accounting
Credit Management
Agriculture Enterprise & Project Management
Human Resource Management
Banking and Finance
Marketing Management
Real Estate Management
Public Administration
Purchasing & Supply Management
Business Information Technology
Quality Assurance and Standardisation
Certificate Program:
Certificate in Business Management
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
This school nurtures graduates who can work in the government, NGOs, and private sectors. Its programs emphasize social impact and community service.
Bachelor’s Degree Program:
Bachelor of Arts in Community Development
Diploma Programs:
Counselling Psychology
International Relations
Journalism and Mass Communication
Public Relations
Social Work and Community Development
Certificate Programs:
Social Work and Community Development
Journalism and Mass Communication
Public Relations
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School of Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Studies
Gretsa’s hospitality school trains students for one of Kenya’s top employment sectors—hospitality and tourism—through industry-relevant and experiential learning.
The school provide programmes that enable students to learn, practice and acquaint themselves with the knowledge and skills required in hospitality and tourism-related ventures, whose industry has been ranked over time as one of the leading employers in Kenya.
The programmes are prepared to equip learners who are directly or indirectly employed in the industry and those who are either pursuing or have a passion to pursue a teaching career in hospitality or tourism.
Bachelor’s Degree Programs:
BSc in Hospitality Management
BSc in Hospitality & Tourism
Diploma Programs:
Food Production
Travel & Tourism Management
Hotel & Restaurant Management
Food and Beverage Management
Certificate Programs:
Travel and Tour Guiding
Food and Beverage Service & Sales
Food Production
- School of Computing and IT
In response to the dynamic tech landscape, this school equips learners with skills in software, systems, and IT management to meet current and emerging digital trends.
The primary goal of the school is to produce IT professionals who are ethical, skillful and flexible to work in all IT fields and to adapt swiftly to future changes in technology.
Bachelor’s Degree Program:
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Diploma Programs:
Computer Science
Software System Development
Information Technology
Certificate Programs:
Information Technology
Desktop Publishing
Gretsa University Fees for Various Courses
| Programme | Fee (Ksh) |
| BSc in Hospitality Management | 123,500 |
| BSc in Computer Science | 113,500 |
| Bachelor of Commerce | 113,500 |
| BA in Community Development | 130,400 |
| Bachelor of Education (Arts) | 128,500 |
| BSc in Hospitality and Tourism | 152,400 |
| BA in Community Development (Duplicate entry) | 113,500 |
| Diploma in Computer Science / Software Systems Development / IT | 66,500 |
| Diploma in Health Records & IT | 77,000 |
| Diploma in Education (Arts) | 77,500 |
| Diploma in Travel & Tourism Management | 66,500 |
| Diploma in Library & Information Science | 66,500 |
| Diploma in Records & Information Tech | 66,500 |
| Diploma in Records & Archives Management | 66,500 |
| Diploma in Public Health | 91,500 |
| Diploma in Community Health | 91,500 |
Diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics |
87,500 |
| Diploma Programmes in Accounting, Agriculture Enterprise & Project Management, Banking & Finance, Business Management, Credit Management, HRM, Marketing, Purchasing & Supply, Real Estate, Public Administration | 66,500 |
| Diploma in Counselling Psychology, Diplomacy & International Relations, Social Work & Community Development | 66,500 |
| Diploma in Journalism & Mass Communication, Public Relations | 76,500 |
| Diploma in Food Production, Hotel & Restaurant Management, Food & Beverage Management | 81,500 |
| Certificate in Public Relations | 64,500 |
| Certificate in Business Management, Social Work & Community Development, Journalism & Mass Communication | 64,000 |
| Certificate in Information Science | 66,000 |
| Certificate in Food & Beverage Service & Sales, Food Production | 95,000 |
| Certificate in IT, Desktop Publishing & Graphics Design | 66,000 |
| Certificate in Public Health, Community Health, Nutrition & Dietetics | 83,000 |
| Certificate in Health Records & IT | 68,000 |
| Bridging Certificate in English, Mathematics | 22,500 |
| Bridging Course in Biology, Chemistry | 24,500 |
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