Which KENCID Interior Design Route Fits Your KCSE Results?
At KENCID, the right Interior Design route depends on your KCSE results and any relevant certificate you already hold. Use this guide to identify which entry route to read about, then check the full requirements on our official course page.
Match your results to a KENCID route
| Your current qualification | KENCID route to review | Published study period |
|---|---|---|
| KCSE D- or equivalent | Foundation | 2 semesters |
| KCSE D plain and above, or a recognised foundation course | Certificate | 3 semesters |
| KCSE C- or equivalent, or a relevant certificate from a recognised institution | Diploma | 7 semesters, including practice-oriented learning |
These are the routes and durations published on the current KENCID Interior Design course page. A foundation route gives you an entry pathway; a certificate or diploma is a different qualification. Use the stated entry requirement rather than guessing from the course title.
If you already hold a relevant certificate
The Diploma entry route includes a relevant certificate from KENCID or another recognised institution. Read the course page’s wording carefully and compare your certificate with the stated requirement before you apply. The page also identifies the Diploma’s seven-semester study period, inclusive of practice-oriented learning.
What to compare before you choose
Think about the qualification you want to earn, the time you can commit and the work you want to be able to show in a portfolio. KENCID describes studio work, site visits and real-world projects in the course overview. For the detailed subject areas and current requirements, use the official course page.
Plan for tuition, registration, examinations, drawing materials, software, printing and transport. The course page does not publish a total fee, so this guide does not give an unverified figure. The KENCID application page has the current admissions process.
To compare KENCID with other interior design courses across the country, use IDAK’s independent school and course comparison. After study, explore IDAK student and graduate membership for professional community information.