School of Computing Sciences

The School of Computing Sciences at Riara University prepares students to lead in today’s digital world through innovative, hands-on training in IT, software development, cybersecurity, data science, and emerging technologies.

About Us

Email: scs@riarauniversity.ac.ke

Contact: +254 703 038 449

Office Hours: 8:00AM – 5:00 PM

At Riara University’s School of Computing Sciences, we are shaping the next generation of tech leaders through innovative teaching, industry-focused programmes, and hands-on learning. We offer Certificates, Diplomas, and Undergraduate degrees, with plans to introduce Master’s and Research programmes soon. Our faculty members are not only academically accomplished but also bring real-world industry and research experience into the classroom.

Students benefit from modern, fully equipped laboratories, access to advanced software tools, and the dynamic i-Center — an innovation hub where ideas are nurtured and transformed into real-world solutions. Top achievers also have the opportunity to earn the Dean’s Scholarship, covering 40% of tuition.

Join us and turn your passion for technology into a powerful career.

Postgraduate

Master of Science in Data Science & Computational Intelligence

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT/related fields with Upper Second Class;

  • Or Lower Second Class with 2 years’ experience;

  • Or Postgraduate Diploma in related fields;

  • Or any degree + 5 years’ experience in Data Science/AI.

Undergraduate Degrees

BSc in Computer Science

  • KCSE C+ overall and C+ in Math/Physics;

  • Or diploma/professional certificate in IT;

  • Or science-based degree.

BBIT (Bachelor of Business Information Technology)

  • KCSE C+ and D+ in Math/Physics;

  • Or diploma/professional certificate in IT;

  • Or science-based degree.

Diplomas

Diploma in IT, DBIT, Cyber Security, or Computer Science

  • KCSE C- and D+ in Math/Physics (for some programmes).

Certificates

Certificate in IT or Web Development

  • KCSE D+ or equivalent.

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