The recently introduced TSC (Teachers Service Commission) entry requirements for KUCCPS (Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service) applications are causing a challenge for a significant number of 2022 KCSE candidates. These changes impact Education Arts, Science, Special Needs, and IT courses, affecting students’ choices when selecting suitable university courses.
TSC Entry Requirements for Education Arts Courses
The Ministry of Education, through TSC, has implemented new entry requirements for students interested in pursuing Education Arts courses. Applicants must have the following subject minimums, irrespective of their overall mean score:
BSc Education Arts
- Mathematics: Minimum grade D+
- English: Minimum grade C
In addition, Arts teachers must attain a minimum of B- (minus) in the two teaching subjects.
TSC Entry Requirements for Education Science Courses
Similarly, for those aspiring to pursue Education Science courses, the new TSC entry requirements are as follows:
BSc Education Science
- Mathematics: Minimum grade C
- English: Minimum grade C
Moreover, individuals interested in becoming science teachers must achieve a minimum of B (plain) in the two teaching subjects.
TSC Entry Requirements for Education Special Needs Courses
For those looking to specialize in Special Needs education, the TSC entry requirements are adjusted accordingly:
BSc Education Special Needs
- Mathematics: Minimum grade C
- English: Minimum grade C
- Kiswahili: Minimum grade C
Special needs educators must also meet a minimum grade of C+ (plus) in the two teaching subjects.
TSC Entry Requirements for Information Technology Courses
In the field of Information Technology, the new TSC entry requirements are outlined as follows:
BSc Information Technology
- Mathematics: Minimum grade C
- English: Minimum grade C
It’s worth noting that Diploma in Education students will no longer be eligible to teach in secondary schools under these new TSC regulations.
The implementation of these revised TSC entry requirements has left thousands of students grappling to find suitable courses for further studies. The changes mark a departure from the previous acceptance of lower grades for applicants in Education and Theology courses. As students navigate these adjustments, it is crucial to stay informed about the evolving landscape of education requirements in Kenya.