School of Sharia and Islamic Studies is the first School to be established at Umma University.
Who Can Join
A holder of a bachelor’s Degree with at least upper second class honors degree from a recognized institution
A holder of a lower second class degree with 2 years’ experience with proven ability inresearch
Area of Specialization
Career Opportunities
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Upon completion of a course inComputer Science and IT,one can be:
Aweb developer
ICT Manager
Data Analyst
Web content manager
Information officer
Software Engineer
Security software engineer
Admission Requirements
KCSE certificate with a minimum of aggregate of C+ (plus) or equivalent qualification. Candidates should have obtained a C in Mathematics and English inthe KCSE Examinations.
A-Levels or equivalent: Acandidate should have a minimum of three (3) principal passes.
EACE/KACEIEAACE certificate with a minimum of 2 principals passes and 1 subsidiary pass and five (5) credits inany five subjects at ‘O’ level and three (3) principals at ‘N level.
Diploma holders in any relevant area of specialisation from an institution recognized or a Kenya National Examination Council Diploma certificate equivalent.
IB Diploma certificate with a minimum of five passes of grade 4 and above.
Course Program Duration & Structure
8 Semesters
Duration 3years
12 weeks attachment
Attachment Ksh.10,000
Research/ Project Ksh.10,000
Mode of Delivery
This is a fulltime programme.
The Course is highly practical thus demands for physical attendance classes. Some of the units are however blended with both physical and virtual modes.
Course Roadmap
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SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
UMMA 009: Health Awareness and Life Skills
UMMA 007: Communication Skills
BFPA 100: Theatre History
BFPA 101: Principles of Stage Acting
BFPA 102: History of Film
BFPA 103: Basic Video Camera Operations
UMMA 003: Information Literacy
UMMA 004: Computer Literacy
BFPA 104: The Art of Story Telling
BFPA 105: Introduction to Dance Skills
BFPA 106: Film Genres
BFPA 107: Acting for TV and Film
BFPA 108: Fundamentals of Film Making
Self Sponsored Students (SSS)
Trimester I
Trimester II
Trimester III
UMMA 009: Health Awareness and Life Skills
UMMA 007: Communication Skills
BFPA 100: Theatre History
BFPA 101: Principles of Stage Acting
BFPA 102: History of Film
BFPA 103: Basic Video Camera Operations
UMMA 003: Information Literacy
UMMA 004: Computer Literacy
BFPA 104: The Art of Story Telling
BFPA 105: Introduction to Dance Skills
BFPA 106: Film Genres
BFPA 107: Acting for TV and Film
BFPA 108: Fundamentals of Film Making
UMMA 005: Entrepreneurship
BFPA 200: Photography & Design
BFPA 201: Basic Video Editing
BFPA 202: Playwrighting I
BFPA 203: Stage Directing I
BFPA 204: Theatre Criticism
BFPA 205: Principles of Advertising
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
UMMA 005: Entrepreneurship
BFPA 200: Photography & Design
BFPA 201: Basic Video Editing
BFPA 202: Playwrighting I
BFPA 203: Stage Directing I
BFPA 204: Theatre Criticism
BFPA 205: Principles of Advertising
BFPA 206: Film for Development
BFPA 207: Media and Culture
BFPA 208: Film Theory and Criticism
BFPA 209: Screenwriting Short
BFPA 210: Directors Craft I
BFPA 211: Psychodrama
BFPA 212: Costume and Make-Up Design
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
PERFORMING ARTS OPTION
UMMA 006: Culture for Sustainable Development
BAPA 300: Research Methodology
BAPA 301: Fundamentals of Theatre Marketing
BAPA 302: Playwriting II
BAPA 303: Lighting in Theatre
BAPA 304: Music and Sound in Theatre
BAPA 305: Advanced Stage Acting
BAPA 306: Stage Directing II
BAPA 307: Puppet Theatre
BAPA 308: Drama Therapy
BAPA 309: Entertainment Law and Ethics: Theatre
BAPA 310: Theatre for Development
BAPA 311: Radio Theatre
BAPA 312: Industrial Attachment
FILM OPTION
UMMA 006: Culture for Sustainable Development
BAFT 300: Research Methodology
BAFT 301: Advanced Video Camera Operations
BAFT 302: Documentary and Non-Fiction Film
BAFT 303: Feature Screenplay
BAFT 304: Advanced Makeup
BAFT 305: Advanced Video Editing
BAFT 306: Directors Craft II
BAFT 307: Graphic Design and Visual Effects
BAFT 308: Lighting Techniques in Film
BAFT 309: Sound Design
BAFT 310: Production Design
BAFT 311: Producers Craft
BAFT 312: Industrial Attachment
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
PERFORMING ARTS OPTION
BAPA 400: Psychology in Theatre
BAPA 401: Dance Choreography
BAPA 402: Costume Creation and Wardrobe Management