KUCCPS To Revise University Entry Grade
KUCCPS To Revise University Entry Grade
KUCCPS To Revise University Entry Grade
When the results of the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) were announced, Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu gave the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) and universities instructions to review their cut-off points. The aim is to align the course cut-off points with the current grading system, ensuring a smooth transition for more students into higher institutions of learning.
Machogu emphasized the need for KUCCPS and universities to adjust cluster points and entry requirements to avoid disadvantaging candidates. This directive is part of an effort to facilitate increased opportunities for students pursuing higher education, allowing them to pursue their preferred courses without unnecessary barriers.
Machogu also gave the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) instructions to finish the procedure and send the results to KUCCPS so that student placement in various institutions can begin. To guarantee a well-structured and effective placement process, these entities must coordinate seamlessly with one another.
Realizing the value of making well-informed career decisions, Machogu urged KUCCPS to launch a comprehensive career awareness program for the 2023 applicants. The purpose of this campaign is to assist students in making wise career decisions, with a focus on getting more students to think about pursuing courses at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.
The new grading system introduced in 2023 focuses on five core subjects relevant to a student’s specialization. This shift aims to provide students with more flexibility in pursuing their desired careers at various levels, including university, diploma, TVET training, certificates, and artisan levels. The change addresses concerns about the restrictive nature of the previous grading system and aims to empower students to pursue specialized careers without being hindered by specific subjects that might lower their mean grade.
In brief, the aforementioned directives and initiatives highlight the dedication towards establishing an education system that is more accommodating, adaptable, and sensitive to the varied goals of Kenyan students.
