Technical University of Mombasa: Courses, Admissions, Portal and Fees

The Technical University of Mombasa (TUM) is a public university in Tudor, Mombasa, Kenya. It offers certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate study in technical, professional and academic disciplines. This updated guide links to the official programme catalogue, online application services and campus information.

TUM official links and admissions information

What courses does the Technical University of Mombasa offer?

The official TUM catalogue listed 227 programmes when reviewed. Students can search and filter by qualification level and subject. The university has academic schools and institutes covering engineering, science, computing, maritime studies, business, health, the humanities and social sciences.

Certificate and diploma programmes

  • Certificate in Architecture
  • Certificate in Archives and Records Management
  • Certificate in Automotive Engineering
  • Certificate in Building and Civil Engineering
  • Certificate in Business Management
  • Certificate in Catering and Accommodation Management
  • Diploma options in engineering, technology, business and other fields as listed in the current catalogue

Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes

  • Bachelor of Architectural Studies
  • Bachelor of Broadcast Journalism
  • Bachelor of Arts in Counselling Psychology
  • Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies
  • Bachelor of Arts in Conflicts and Security Studies
  • Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
  • Additional engineering, computing, business and science degree programmes in the online catalogue
  • Master’s and doctoral programmes in approved schools

Course requirements, duration, delivery method and current availability differ. A course appearing in the catalogue is not necessarily open for the next intake. Consult the specific programme page before completing an application.

How to apply to TUM

  • Go to the official TUM website and open the admissions or How to Apply section.
  • Search for the intended course in the online programme directory.
  • Confirm the course level, minimum entry requirements, campus and intake.
  • Follow the official application process through the university’s Student Management Information System.
  • Submit the requested documents and pay any fee using the method provided by the university.
  • Check your official student account or application system for instructions after admission.

Student portal, e-learning and student support

The university’s Karibu TUM student affairs portal links to the student information system, e-learning, library services, counselling, campus health services and welfare assistance. Students who need login support should follow the university’s own links; do not trust third-party pages that ask for student credentials.

Fees, accommodation and funding

Fee structures depend on programme, student category and academic year. Consult the university’s Fees and Funding pages or the latest offer letter. For hostel, health or bursary enquiries, use the student welfare resources rather than a 2016 fee estimate.

Campus location and contacts

The main campus is at Tom Mboya Street, Tudor, Mombasa. Postal address: P.O. Box 90420-80100, Mombasa. The university lists email info@tum.ac.ke and telephone +254 41 2492222 and +254 733 955377 on its official contact page.

Editorial review: October 27, 2026. The original 2020 inline image, post URL and original publication information have been retained. Programme availability and fees must be reconfirmed each intake.

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