Colleges and Universities Offering Diploma in Information Communication Technology in Tanzania

  • Course Name: Diploma in Information Communication Technology(ICT)
  • Major Subject: ICT
  • Course Category: Diploma Courses

The Diploma in Information Communication Technology in Tanzania equips students with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the rapidly evolving field of ICT. This program focuses on various aspects of ICT which include database management, computer programming, network administration, software development and system analysis. Students gain hands-on experience through practical projects and internships, allowing them to apply their theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Career opportunities for Diploma in Information Communication Technology graduates include:

1. IT support specialist
2. Network administrator
3. Database administrator
4. Software developer
5. Web developer
6. Systems analyst
7. IT consultant
8. IT project manager
9. Cybersecurity analyst
10. IT trainer

Institutions Offering Diploma in Information Communication Technology

  • Mbeya University of Science and Technology Mbeya University of Science and Technology, Mbeya  
    Duration: 3 years

    Minimum entry requirements:
    1. Possession of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with a pass in at least four (4) non-religious subjects, two of which must be Mathematics and English
    OR
    2. Possession of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) from Technical Secondary Schools with a pass in at least four (4) non-religious subjects, two of which must be Mathematics and English and any two of the following subjects: Engineering Science/Chemistry, Architectural Drafting/Building Construction, Electrical Engineering Science/Electrical Drafting, Workshop Technology/Mechanical Drafting.
    OR
    3. Possession of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with a pass in at least four (4) non-religious subjects, two must be among the following subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English with possession of TRADE TEST GRADE I / NVA LEVEL III issued by VETA.
  • The Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy The Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy, Dar es Salaam  
    Course Entry Requirements:
    - Holders of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with at least four (04) relevant passes and Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) with at least one principle pass and one Subsidiary in any of the following subjects Economics, Commerce, Accounts, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Pure Mathematics, Basic Applied Mathematics, Geography, Computer and other relevant subjects as per course specifications.
    - Holders of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with at least four (04) relevant passes (i.e. D grade or higher) including specific subject based on the course; and a relevant Basic Technician Certificate (NTA Level 4) recognized by NACTE or any other relevant one year certificate obtained from any learning institution registered by the Government or recognized by any Government body of the country of study.

    Course Duration: 2 years
  • Teofilo Kisanji University Teofilo Kisanji University, Mbeya  
    Course Entry Requirements:
    - The applicants MUST have completed form six with at least ONE(1) principal pass and ONE(1) Subsidiary.
    or
    - The applicant MUST have Basic Technician Certificate (NTA Level 4) corresponding to the programme the applicant applies.
    - An applicant for the programme of Nursing and Midwifery MUST have completed form six with FOUR principal passes, two of them MUST be of at least grade "C" in Biology and Chemistry and grade "D" in Physics.
    or
    - The applicant MUST have Basic Technician Certificate in Nursing and Midwifery.
  • Musoma Utalii College Musoma Utalii College, Tabora  
    Course entry requirements
    -Holder of Technician Certificate (NTA level 5) in ICT, Holders of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with four (4) passes in non-religious subjects; OR Holders of Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) with one (1) principle pass and one (1) subsidiary pass.

    Fees: Tshs. 1,600,000/=

    Course duration: 2 years
  • Institute of Rural Development Planning Institute of Rural Development Planning, Dodoma  
    Course entry requirements:
    Basic Technician Certificate from any higher learning institution recognized by the government with at least GPA 2.0 OR

    At least one principal pass and one subsidiary pass in Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination(ACSEE) in any subject except religious subjects

    Course duration: 2 years
  • Mwenge Catholic University Mwenge Catholic University, Moshi  
    Tuition fees: TShs. 880,000

    Duration: 96 weeks

    Minimum entry requirements:
    - Form Four Certificate holder with at least three credits OR
    - Form Six Certificate holder with one pass or two subsidiaries OR
    - Certificate of a related programme with an average of B from a recognized institution.
  • Singida teacher college Singida teacher college, Singida  
    Duration: 2 years

    Eligibility:
    -ACSE with at least 2 principle passes. Candidate must also possess passes in Mathematics and English at Ordinary Secondary School Level. OR ii. Basic Technician Certificate (NTA 4) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology from any institution recognized by NACTE.
  • Unique Academy Unique Academy, Dar es Salaam  
    Admission criteria
    -Basic Technician Certificate (NTA Level 4) from a recognized institution or its equivalent with minimum 4 passes (D Grade) in "O LEVEL". OR
    -Atleast 1 principal pass and subsidiary in Form 6.

    Program duration: 2 years
  • Cardinal Rugambwa Memorial College Cardinal Rugambwa Memorial College, Bukoba  
    Course entry requirements
    -Minimum four( 4) Ds in O’ level, One Principal Pass and One Subsidiary in A’Level Or NTA level 4 certificate in the related field with 2.0 GPA.

    Course duration: 2 years
  • Josiah Kibira University College Josiah Kibira University College, Bukoba  
    Course entry requirements
    - Applicants must have obtained either at least a pass at O-level or an “E” pass or a subsidiary pass for ASCEE prior to 2014 at A-level in Mathematics or Physics
  • JR Institute of Information Technology JR Institute of Information Technology, Arusha  
    Course content
    -Computer Programming
    -Data Structure and File Handling
    -Network Management
    -Active Directory

    Program duration: 2 years
  •  Don Bosco Technical Institute Dodoma, Dodoma  
    Course duration: 3 years

    Tuition fees: 550,000 per Year

    Admission criteria: Form Four (4) and above
  • The State University of Zanzibar The State University of Zanzibar, Tunguu  
    Course Name: Diploma in Information Communication Technology with Accounting
  • Moshi Institute of Technology Moshi Institute of Technology, Moshi  
    Course duration: 18 months
  • Catholic University College of Mbeya (CUCoM) Catholic University College of Mbeya (CUCoM), Mbeya  
    Duration: 2 years
  • Dodoma Polytechnic Institute Dodoma Polytechnic Institute, Dodoma  
    Duration:2 years
  • Bandari College Bandari College, Dar es Salaam  
    NTA Level 6
  •  Microtech Institute of Business and Technology, Zanzibar  
    NTA Level 6
  •  Hagafilo College of Development Management, Njombe  
    NTA Level 6
  • Arusha Teacher's College Arusha Teacher's College, Arusha  
    NTA Level 6
  •  Msimbazi Centre Training Institute, Dar es Salaam  
    NTA Level 6
  • Kyela Polytechnic College Kyela Polytechnic College, Kyela  
    NTA Level 6
  • Kilimanjaro Institute of Technology and Management Kilimanjaro Institute of Technology and Management, Dar-es-salaam  
  • Mara Zone College Mara Zone College, Musoma  
  •  Institute of Research and Innovation, Zanzibar  
  • Biharamulo College of Business and Technology Biharamulo College of Business and Technology, Kagera  
  • Jema Institute of Technology Jema Institute of Technology, Mwanza  
  • Tabora East Africa Polytechnic College Tabora East Africa Polytechnic College, Tabora  
  • Katavi Institute of Science and Development Studies Katavi Institute of Science and Development Studies, Mpanda  
  • Tanganyika Polytechnic College Tanganyika Polytechnic College, Arusaha  
  • Dodoma Institute of Development and  Entrepreneurship Studies Dodoma Institute of Development and Entrepreneurship Studies, Dodoma  
  •  Karuco College, Kagera  
  • University of Arusha University of Arusha, Arusha  
  • Mount Meru University Mount Meru University, Arusha  
  • Eckernforde Tanga University Eckernforde Tanga University, Tanga  
  • University of Bagamoyo University of Bagamoyo, Dar es Salaam  




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