Senior Schools

List of All Subject Combinations in Senior School, Codes & Pathways: All You Need to Know

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The Kenyan education system, under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), offers Senior School students a variety of subject combinations tailored to their interests, career aspirations, and academic strengths. These combinations are organized into distinct pathways, enabling students to specialize in areas that align with their future goals. This comprehensive guide provides detailed information on all subject combinations, their codes, and pathways, ensuring students, parents, and educators have the resources to make informed decisions.

Understanding Senior School Pathways in Kenya

Senior School in Kenya, part of the CBC framework, spans Grades 10 to 12 and is designed to prepare students for tertiary education, vocational training, or the workforce. The curriculum is structured into pathways and tracks, allowing students to focus on subjects that align with their interests and career goals. The pathways include:

  • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics): Divided into Pure Sciences, Applied Sciences, and Technical Studies.
  • Social Sciences: Comprising Languages & Literature and Humanities & Business Studies.
  • Arts & Sports Science: Split into Arts and Sports tracks.

Each pathway offers a range of subject combinations, each assigned a unique code for easy identification. These combinations are carefully curated to ensure students gain the skills and knowledge needed for their chosen fields.

Why Subject Combinations Matter

Choosing the right subject combination is critical for Senior School students. It influences:

  • Career Pathways: Subjects chosen align with specific university courses or vocational training programs.
  • Skill Development: Combinations foster critical thinking, creativity, and practical skills.
  • Academic Success: Selecting subjects that match a student’s strengths increases their chances of excelling in national examinations.

This article explores each pathway, lists all subject combinations in a clear table format, and provides insights into their relevance, helping students make informed choices.

STEM Pathways: Building a Foundation for Innovation

The STEM pathway is designed for students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It is divided into three tracks: Pure Sciences, Applied Sciences, and Technical Studies. Below, we explore each track and their respective subject combinations.

Pure Sciences Track

The Pure Sciences track focuses on foundational sciences, preparing students for careers in medicine, engineering, research, and other science-related fields. This track emphasizes subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Core Mathematics.

Subject Combinations in Pure Sciences

The Pure Sciences track includes 47 subject combinations, each tailored to provide a strong foundation in scientific principles. Below is a comprehensive table listing all combinations and their codes:

CodeSubject CombinationTrack
ST1001Core Mathematics, Agriculture, BiologyPure Sciences
ST1002Core Mathematics, Aviation, BiologyPure Sciences
ST1003Core Mathematics, Biology, Business StudiesPure Sciences
ST1004Core Mathematics, Biology, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1005Core Mathematics, Biology, Building & ConstructionPure Sciences
ST1006Core Mathematics, Biology, Metal WorkPure Sciences
ST1007Core Mathematics, Biology, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1008Core Mathematics, Biology, Power MechanicsPure Sciences
ST1009Core Mathematics, Biology, Wood WorkPure Sciences
ST1010Core Mathematics, Agriculture, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1011Core Mathematics, Aviation, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1012Core Mathematics, Building & Construction, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1013Core Mathematics, Business Studies, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1014Core Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer StudiesPure Sciences
ST1015Core Mathematics, Chemistry, ElectricityPure Sciences
ST1016Core Mathematics, Chemistry, GeographyPure Sciences
ST1017Core Mathematics, Chemistry, Home SciencePure Sciences
ST1018Core Mathematics, Chemistry, Marine & FisheriesPure Sciences
ST1019Core Mathematics, Chemistry, Metal WorkPure Sciences
ST1020Core Mathematics, Chemistry, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1021Core Mathematics, Chemistry, Power MechanicsPure Sciences
ST1022Core Mathematics, Chemistry, Wood WorkPure Sciences
ST1023Core Mathematics, Agriculture, General SciencePure Sciences
ST1024Core Mathematics, Aviation, General SciencePure Sciences
ST1025Core Mathematics, Building & Construction, General SciencePure Sciences
ST1026Core Mathematics, Business Studies, General SciencePure Sciences
ST1027Core Mathematics, Computer Studies, General SciencePure Sciences
ST1028Core Mathematics, General Science, GeographyPure Sciences
ST1029Core Mathematics, General Science, Home SciencePure Sciences
ST1030Core Mathematics, Agriculture, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1031Core Mathematics, Aviation, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1032Core Mathematics, Building & Construction, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1033Core Mathematics, Business Studies, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1034Core Mathematics, Computer Studies, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1035Core Mathematics, Electricity, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1036Core Mathematics, Geography, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1037Core Mathematics, Home Science, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1038Core Mathematics, Marine & Fisheries, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1039Core Mathematics, Metal Work, PhysicsPure Sciences
ST1040Core Mathematics, Physics, Power MechanicsPure Sciences
ST1041Core Mathematics, Physics, Wood WorkPure Sciences
ST1042Agriculture, Biology, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1043Aviation, Biology, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1044Biology, Building & Construction, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1045Biology, Business Studies, ChemistryPure Sciences
ST1046Biology, Chemistry, Computer StudiesPure Sciences
ST1047Core Mathematics, Biology, Marine & FisheriesPure Sciences

Why Choose Pure Sciences?

  • Career Opportunities: Prepares students for fields like medicine, pharmacy, engineering, and environmental science.
  • Skill Development: Enhances analytical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills.
  • Core Subjects: Core Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are foundational, offering versatility for further studies.

Applied Sciences Track

The Applied Sciences track focuses on practical applications of science, integrating subjects like Agriculture, Computer Studies, and Home Science. It prepares students for careers in technology, agriculture, and industry.

Subject Combinations in Applied Sciences

This track offers 65 combinations, emphasizing practical skills. Below is the complete list:

CodeSubject CombinationTrack
ST2001Business Studies, Computer Studies, ElectricityApplied Sciences
ST2002Business Studies, Computer Studies, General ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2003Business Studies, Computer Studies, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2004Business Studies, Computer Studies, Marine & FisheriesApplied Sciences
ST2006Business Studies, Computer Studies, Metal WorkApplied Sciences
ST2007Business Studies, Computer Studies, PhysicsApplied Sciences
ST2009Business Studies, Computer Studies, Wood WorkApplied Sciences
ST2010Aviation, Computer Studies, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2011Biology, Computer Studies, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2012Building & Construction, Computer Studies, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2013Chemistry, Computer Studies, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2014Computer Studies, General Science, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2015Computer Studies, Geography, Marine & FisheriesApplied Sciences
ST2016Core Mathematics, Computer Studies, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2017Computer Studies, Geography, Metal WorkApplied Sciences
ST2018Computer Studies, Geography, PhysicsApplied Sciences
ST2019Computer Studies, Home Science, Wood WorkApplied Sciences
ST2020Aviation, Computer Studies, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2022Building & Construction, Computer Studies, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2023Business Studies, Computer Studies, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2024Chemistry, Computer Studies, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2025Computer Studies, Electricity, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2026Computer Studies, General Science, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2027Computer Studies, Geography, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2028Computer Studies, Home Science, Marine & FisheriesApplied Sciences
ST2030Computer Studies, Home Science, Metal WorkApplied Sciences
ST2031Computer Studies, Home Science, PhysicsApplied Sciences
ST2032Computer Studies, Home Science, Power MechanicsApplied Sciences
ST2038Core Mathematics, Biology, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2039Core Mathematics, Biology, ElectricityApplied Sciences
ST2040Core Mathematics, Biology, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2041Core Mathematics, Biology, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2043Agriculture, Aviation, Business StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2044Agriculture, Biology, Business StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2045Agriculture, Building & Construction, Business StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2046Agriculture, Business Studies, ChemistryApplied Sciences
ST2047Agriculture, Business Studies, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2048Agriculture, Business Studies, ElectricityApplied Sciences
ST2049Agriculture, Business Studies, General ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2050Agriculture, Business Studies, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2051Agriculture, Business Studies, Marine & FisheriesApplied Sciences
ST2052Agriculture, Business Studies, Metal WorkApplied Sciences
ST2053Agriculture, Business Studies, PhysicsApplied Sciences
ST2054Agriculture, Business Studies, Power MechanicsApplied Sciences
ST2055Agriculture, Business Studies, Wood WorkApplied Sciences
ST2056Agriculture, Aviation, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2057Agriculture, Biology, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2058Agriculture, Building & Construction, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2059Agriculture, Chemistry, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2060Agriculture, Computer Studies, ElectricityApplied Sciences
ST2061Agriculture, Computer Studies, General ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2062Agriculture, Computer Studies, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2063Agriculture, Computer Studies, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2064Agriculture, Computer Studies, Marine & FisheriesApplied Sciences
ST2065Core Mathematics, Agriculture, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2066Agriculture, Computer Studies, Metal WorkApplied Sciences
ST2067Agriculture, Computer Studies, PhysicsApplied Sciences
ST2068Agriculture, Computer Studies, Power MechanicsApplied Sciences
ST2069Agriculture, Computer Studies, Wood WorkApplied Sciences
ST2070Agriculture, Aviation, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2071Agriculture, Biology, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2072Core Mathematics, Agriculture, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2073Agriculture, Geography, Metal WorkApplied Sciences
ST2074Agriculture, Building & Construction, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2075Agriculture, Geography, PhysicsApplied Sciences
ST2076Agriculture, Geography, Power MechanicsApplied Sciences
ST2077Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2078Agriculture, Geography, Wood WorkApplied Sciences
ST2079Agriculture, Aviation, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2080Agriculture, Electricity, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2081Agriculture, Biology, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2082Agriculture, General Science, GeographyApplied Sciences
ST2083Agriculture, Building & Construction, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2084Agriculture, Geography, Marine & FisheriesApplied Sciences
ST2085Agriculture, Business Studies, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2086Agriculture, Chemistry, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2087Agriculture, Electricity, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2088Agriculture, General Science, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2089Agriculture, Geography, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2090Agriculture, Home Science, Marine & FisheriesApplied Sciences
ST2091Core Mathematics, Agriculture, Home ScienceApplied Sciences
ST2092Agriculture, Home Science, Metal WorkApplied Sciences
ST2093Agriculture, Home Science, PhysicsApplied Sciences
ST2094Agriculture, Home Science, Power MechanicsApplied Sciences
ST2095Agriculture, Home Science, Wood WorkApplied Sciences
ST2096Aviation, Business Studies, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2097Biology, Business Studies, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2098Building & Construction, Business Studies, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences
ST2099Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer StudiesApplied Sciences

Why Choose Applied Sciences?

  • Practical Focus: Emphasizes hands-on skills in fields like agriculture, technology, and home science.
  • Career Opportunities: Ideal for careers in agribusiness, ICT, and technical industries.
  • Interdisciplinary Approach: Combines science with practical subjects, fostering innovation.

Technical Studies Track

The Technical Studies track is designed for students interested in technical and vocational fields, such as engineering, media technology, and marine studies. It integrates subjects like Metal Work, Power Mechanics, and Media Technology.

Subject Combinations in Technical Studies

This track offers 75 combinations, focusing on technical skills. Below is the complete list:

CodeSubject CombinationTrack
ST3006Computer Studies, Electricity, GeographyTechnical Studies
ST3007Electricity, Geography, Home ScienceTechnical Studies
ST3008Electricity, General Science, Home ScienceTechnical Studies
ST3009Electricity, General Science, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3010Core Mathematics, Electricity, General ScienceTechnical Studies
ST3011General Science, Media Technology, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3012Electricity, General Science, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3013Biology, Geography, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3014Biology, Electricity, GeographyTechnical Studies
ST3015Chemistry, Geography, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3016Computer Studies, Geography, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3017Chemistry, Electricity, GeographyTechnical Studies
ST3018Geography, Home Science, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3019Geography, Marine & Fisheries, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3020Core Mathematics, Geography, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3021Geography, Media Technology, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3022Electricity, Geography, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3023Geography, Physics, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3024Core Mathematics, Electricity, GeographyTechnical Studies
ST3025Electricity, Geography, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3026Electricity, Geography, PhysicsTechnical Studies
ST3027Biology, Business Studies, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3028Biology, Business Studies, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3029Business Studies, Chemistry, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3030Business Studies, Chemistry, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3031Business Studies, General Science, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3032Business Studies, Geography, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3033Business Studies, General Science, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3034Business Studies, Home Science, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3035Business Studies, Marine & Fisheries, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3036Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3037Business Studies, Geography, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3038Business Studies, Physics, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3039Business Studies, Home Science, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3040Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3041Business Studies, Marine & Fisheries, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3042Business Studies, Marine & Fisheries, PhysicsTechnical Studies
ST3043Computer Studies, General Science, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3044Computer Studies, General Science, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3045General Science, Home Science, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3046General Science, Geography, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3047Core Mathematics, General Science, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3048General Science, Home Science, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3049General Science, Marine & Fisheries, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3050General Science, Marine & Fisheries, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3051Core Mathematics, General Science, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3052Biology, Geography, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3053General Science, Media Technology, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3054Chemistry, Geography, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3055Biology, Geography, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3056Chemistry, Geography, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3057Computer Studies, Geography, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3058Geography, Home Science, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3059Core Mathematics, Geography, Marine & FisheriesTechnical Studies
ST3060Geography, Home Science, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3061Geography, Marine & Fisheries, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3062Geography, Marine & Fisheries, PhysicsTechnical Studies
ST3063Geography, Marine & Fisheries, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3064Core Mathematics, Geography, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3065Biology, Business Studies, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3066Business Studies, Chemistry, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3067Business Studies, Computer Studies, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3068Business Studies, Geography, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3069Geography, Media Technology, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3070Business Studies, Home Science, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3071Geography, Physics, Wood WorkTechnical Studies
ST3072Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3073Business Studies, Media Technology, PhysicsTechnical Studies
ST3074Computer Studies, General Science, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3075General Science, Home Science, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3076Core Mathematics, General Science, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3077Biology, Geography, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3078Chemistry, Geography, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3079Computer Studies, Geography, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3080Geography, Home Science, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3081Core Mathematics, Geography, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3082Geography, Media Technology, PhysicsTechnical Studies
ST3083Aviation, Business Studies, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3084Biology, Business Studies, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3085Business Studies, Chemistry, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3086Business Studies, General Science, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3087Business Studies, Geography, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3088Business Studies, Home Science, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3089Business Studies, Marine & Fisheries, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3090Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3091Business Studies, Media Technology, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3092Business Studies, Metal Work, PhysicsTechnical Studies
ST3093Computer Studies, General Science, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3094General Science, Home Science, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3095General Science, Marine & Fisheries, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3096Core Mathematics, General Science, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3097General Science, Media Technology, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3098Biology, Geography, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3099Chemistry, Geography, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3100General Science, Geography, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3101Geography, Home Science, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3102Geography, Marine & Fisheries, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3103Core Mathematics, Geography, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3104Geography, Media Technology, Metal WorkTechnical Studies
ST3105Geography, Metal Work, PhysicsTechnical Studies
ST3106Biology, Business Studies, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3107Business Studies, Chemistry, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3108Business Studies, Computer Studies, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3109Business Studies, General Science, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3110Business Studies, Geography, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3111Business Studies, Home Science, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3112Business Studies, Marine & Fisheries, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3113Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3114Business Studies, Media Technology, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3115Business Studies, Physics, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3116Computer Studies, General Science, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3117General Science, Home Science, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3118General Science, Marine & Fisheries, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3119Core Mathematics, General Science, Power MechanicsTechnical Studies
ST3120Aviation, Geography, Media TechnologyTechnical Studies
ST3121Aviation, Geography, PhysicsTechnical Studies

Why Choose Technical Studies?

  • Vocational Focus: Prepares students for technical careers in engineering, media, and marine industries.
  • Hands-On Learning: Emphasizes practical skills like metalwork and power mechanics.
  • Diverse Opportunities: Opens doors to both academic and vocational pathways.

Social Sciences Pathways: Nurturing Communication and Culture

The Social Sciences pathway is ideal for students interested in languages, humanities, and business studies. It is divided into Languages & Literature and Humanities & Business Studies tracks.

Languages & Literature Track

This track focuses on language proficiency, literature, and cultural studies, preparing students for careers in education, translation, journalism, and diplomacy.

Subject Combinations in Languages & Literature

This track includes 73 combinations, emphasizing linguistic and cultural subjects:

CodeSubject CombinationTrack
SS1001French, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1002Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1003Christian Religious Education, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1004Arabic, Business Studies, FrenchLanguages & Literature
SS1005Hindu Religious Education, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1006Arabic, Computer Studies, FrenchLanguages & Literature
SS1007Indigenous Language, Islamic Religious Education, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1008Arabic, Christian Religious Education, FrenchLanguages & Literature
SS1009Arabic, French, Islamic Religious EducationLanguages & Literature
SS1010Computer Studies, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1011Arabic, French, Hindu Religious EducationLanguages & Literature
SS1012Business Studies, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1013Arabic, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1014Arabic, French, General ScienceLanguages & Literature
SS1015Arabic, French, GeographyLanguages & Literature
SS1016Arabic, French, History & CitizenshipLanguages & Literature
SS1017Arabic, French, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1018Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous Language, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1019Core Mathematics, Arabic, FrenchLanguages & Literature
SS1020Core Mathematics, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1021Arabic, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1022Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous Language, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1023Business Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1024Fasihi ya Kiswahili, History & Citizenship, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1025Fasihi ya Kiswahili, German, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1026Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Kenya Sign Language, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1027Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Geography, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1028Computer Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1029Fasihi ya Kiswahili, General Science, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1030Christian Religious Education, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1031Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Islamic Religious Education, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1032Fasihi ya Kiswahili, French, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1033Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Hindu Religious Education, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1034Christian Religious Education, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1035Fasihi ya Kiswahili, French, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1036Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Hindu Religious Education, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1037Fasihi ya Kiswahili, General Science, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1038Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous Language, Islamic Religious EducationLanguages & Literature
SS1039Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Geography, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1040Computer Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1041Fasihi ya Kiswahili, History & Citizenship, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1042Business Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1043Arabic, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Indigenous LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1044Core Mathematics, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1045Business Studies, French, GermanLanguages & Literature
SS1046Core Mathematics, French, GermanLanguages & Literature
SS1047Computer Studies, French, GermanLanguages & Literature
SS1048Christian Religious Education, French, GermanLanguages & Literature
SS1049French, German, History & CitizenshipLanguages & Literature
SS1050French, German, Islamic Religious EducationLanguages & Literature
SS1051French, Geography, GermanLanguages & Literature
SS1052French, German, Hindu Religious EducationLanguages & Literature
SS1053French, General Science, GermanLanguages & Literature
SS1054French, General Science, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1055French, Geography, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1056French, History & Citizenship, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1057Arabic, Business Studies, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1058Arabic, Computer Studies, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1059Arabic, Christian Religious Education, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1060General Science, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1061Geography, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1062Arabic, Islamic Religious Education, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1063Arabic, Hindu Religious Education, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1064Arabic, French, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1065German, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1066Arabic, General Science, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1067History & Citizenship, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1068Indigenous Language, Literature in English, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1069Core Mathematics, Indigenous Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1070Arabic, Geography, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1071Indigenous Language, Kenya Sign Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1072Arabic, History & Citizenship, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1073Arabic, Kenya Sign Language, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1074Core Mathematics, Arabic, Kenya Sign LanguageLanguages & Literature
SS1075Business Studies, French, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1076Computer Studies, French, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1077Christian Religious Education, French, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1078French, Islamic Religious Education, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1079French, Hindu Religious Education, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1080Business Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1081Fasihi ya Kiswahili, History & Citizenship, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1082Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Literature in English, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature
SS1083Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Kenya Sign Language, Literature in EnglishLanguages & Literature
SS1084Core Mathematics, French, Mandarine ChineseLanguages & Literature

Why Choose Languages & Literature?

  • Cultural Awareness: Develops an understanding of diverse languages and cultures.
  • Career Opportunities: Leads to careers in journalism, translation, teaching, and diplomacy.
  • Communication Skills: Enhances verbal and written communication abilities.

Humanities & Business Studies Track

This track combines humanities and business-related subjects, preparing students for careers in law, business, governance, and social sciences.

Subject Combinations in Humanities & Business Studies

This track offers 87 combinations, focusing on social sciences and business:

CodeSubject CombinationTrack
SS2001Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2002Business Studies, German, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2003Business Studies, German, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2004Geography, History & Citizenship, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2005Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, GermanHumanities & Business Studies
SS2006Business Studies, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2007Business Studies, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2008Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2009Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2010Geography, German, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2011Business Studies, Islamic Religious Education, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2012Business Studies, Hindu Religious Education, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2013General Science, Geography, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2014Business Studies, Hindu Religious Education, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2015Business Studies, Islamic Religious Education, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2016French, Geography, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2017Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2018Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Geography, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2019Christian Religious Education, Geography, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2020Geography, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2021Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Christian Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2022Geography, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2023Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2024Computer Studies, Geography, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2025Business Studies, Geography, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2026Arabic, Geography, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2027Core Mathematics, Business Studies, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2029Arabic, Christian Religious Education, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2030Arabic, Geography, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2031Arabic, Geography, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2032Computer Studies, Geography, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2033Computer Studies, Geography, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2034Christian Religious Education, Computer Studies, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2035Christian Religious Education, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2036Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Geography, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2037Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Geography, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2038French, Geography, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2039French, Geography, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2040Christian Religious Education, French, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2041General Science, Geography, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2042General Science, Geography, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2043Christian Religious Education, General Science, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2044Geography, German, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2045Geography, German, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2046Christian Religious Education, Geography, GermanHumanities & Business Studies
SS2047Christian Religious Education, Geography, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2048Geography, Islamic Religious Education, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2049Geography, Hindu Religious Education, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2050Christian Religious Education, Geography, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2051Geography, Islamic Religious Education, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2052Geography, Hindu Religious Education, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2053Core Mathematics, Christian Religious Education, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2054Core Mathematics, Geography, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2055Core Mathematics, Geography, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2056Core Mathematics, Business Studies, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2057Arabic, Christian Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2058Arabic, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2059Arabic, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2060Business Studies, Geography, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2061Business Studies, Geography, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2062Computer Studies, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2063Computer Studies, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2064Christian Religious Education, Computer Studies, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2065Business Studies, Geography, Indigenous LanguageHumanities & Business Studies
SS2066Business Studies, Geography, GermanHumanities & Business Studies
SS2067Business Studies, General Science, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2068Business Studies, French, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2069Christian Religious Education, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2070Fasihi ya Kiswahili, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2071Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2072French, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2073Business Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2074French, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2075Christian Religious Education, French, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2076Christian Religious Education, General Science, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2077General Science, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2078General Science, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2079Christian Religious Education, German, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2080German, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2081German, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2082Christian Religious Education, History & Citizenship, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2083History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious Education, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2084Arabic, Business Studies, GeographyHumanities & Business Studies
SS2085Hindu Religious Education, History & Citizenship, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2086Hindu Religious Education, History & Citizenship, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2087History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious Education, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2088Christian Religious Education, History & Citizenship, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2089Core Mathematics, Christian Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2090Core Mathematics, History & Citizenship, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2091Core Mathematics, Hindu Religious Education, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2092Geography, History & Citizenship, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2093Core Mathematics, Geography, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2094Arabic, Business Studies, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2095Business Studies, Computer Studies, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2096Business Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2097Business Studies, French, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2098Business Studies, General Science, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2099Business Studies, German, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2100Business Studies, History & Citizenship, Literature in EnglishHumanities & Business Studies
SS2101Business Studies, History & Citizenship, Mandarine ChineseHumanities & Business Studies
SS2102Core Mathematics, Business Studies, History & CitizenshipHumanities & Business Studies
SS2103Arabic, Business Studies, Christian Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2104Arabic, Business Studies, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2105Arabic, Business Studies, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2106Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, Computer StudiesHumanities & Business Studies
SS2107Business Studies, Computer Studies, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2108Business Studies, Computer Studies, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2109Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, Fasihi ya KiswahiliHumanities & Business Studies
SS2110Business Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2111Business Studies, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2112Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, FrenchHumanities & Business Studies
SS2113Business Studies, French, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2114Business Studies, French, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2115Business Studies, Christian Religious Education, General ScienceHumanities & Business Studies
SS2116Business Studies, General Science, Islamic Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2117Business Studies, General Science, Hindu Religious EducationHumanities & Business Studies
SS2118Business Studies, Geography, Kenya Sign LanguageHumanities & Business Studies

Why Choose Humanities & Business Studies?

  • Versatile Careers: Prepares students for fields like law, business management, and public administration.
  • Critical Thinking: Develops analytical and problem-solving skills through subjects like History & Citizenship.
  • Global Perspective: Incorporates languages and cultural studies, fostering global awareness.

Arts & Sports Science Pathways: Unleashing Creativity and Physical Potential

The Arts & Sports Science pathway caters to students with a passion for creativity or physical activity, divided into Arts and Sports tracks.

Arts Track

The Arts track focuses on creative expression through subjects like Fine Arts, Music & Dance, and Theatre & Film, preparing students for careers in the creative industries.

Subject Combinations in Arts

This track includes 51 combinations, emphasizing artistic skills:

CodeSubject CombinationTrack
AS1001Arabic, Fine Arts, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1002Biology, Fine Arts, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1003Business Studies, Fine Arts, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1004Computer Studies, Fine Arts, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1005Christian Religious Education, Fine Arts, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1006Fine Arts, Islamic Religious Education, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1007Fine Arts, Hindu Religious Education, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1008Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Fine Arts, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1009Fine Arts, French, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1010Fine Arts, General Science, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1011Fine Arts, Geography, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1012Fine Arts, German, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1013Fine Arts, History & Citizenship, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1014Fine Arts, Literature in English, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1015Fine Arts, Mandarine Chinese, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1016Core Mathematics, Fine Arts, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1017Fine Arts, Sports & Recreation, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1018Arabic, Fine Arts, Music & DanceArts
AS1019Biology, Fine Arts, Music & DanceArts
AS1020Business Studies, Fine Arts, Music & DanceArts
AS1021Computer Studies, Fine Arts, Music & DanceArts
AS1022Christian Religious Education, Fine Arts, Music & DanceArts
AS1023Fine Arts, Islamic Religious Education, Music & DanceArts
AS1024Fine Arts, Hindu Religious Education, Music & DanceArts
AS1025Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Fine Arts, Music & DanceArts
AS1026Fine Arts, French, Music & DanceArts
AS1027Fine Arts, General Science, Music & DanceArts
AS1028Fine Arts, Geography, Music & DanceArts
AS1029Fine Arts, German, Music & DanceArts
AS1030Fine Arts, History & Citizenship, Music & DanceArts
AS1031Fine Arts, Literature in English, Music & DanceArts
AS1032Fine Arts, Mandarine Chinese, Music & DanceArts
AS1033Core Mathematics, Fine Arts, Music & DanceArts
AS1034Fine Arts, Music & Dance, Sports & RecreationArts
AS1035Fine Arts, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1036Arabic, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1037Biology, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1038Business Studies, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1039Computer Studies, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1040Christian Religious Education, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1041Islamic Religious Education, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1042Hindu Religious Education, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1043Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1044French, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1045General Science, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1046Geography, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1047German, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1048History & Citizenship, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1049Literature in English, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1050Mandarine Chinese, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1051Core Mathematics, Music & Dance, Theatre & FilmArts
AS1052Music & Dance, Sports & Recreation, Theatre & FilmArts

Why Choose Arts?

  • Creative Expression: Encourages students to explore their artistic talents.
  • Career Opportunities: Leads to careers in film, music, visual arts, and design.
  • Cultural Impact: Fosters an appreciation for cultural and artistic heritage.

Sports Track

The Sports track is designed for students passionate about physical education and sports science, preparing them for careers in sports management, coaching, and fitness.

Subject Combinations in Sports

This track includes 30 combinations, focusing on sports and related sciences:

CodeSubject CombinationTrack
AS2001Arabic, Biology, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2002Biology, Business Studies, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2003Biology, Computer Studies, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2004Biology, Christian Religious Education, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2005Biology, Hindu Religious Education, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2006Biology, Islamic Religious Education, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2007Biology, Fasihi ya Kiswahili, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2008Biology, French, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2009Biology, Geography, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2010Biology, German, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2011Biology, History & Citizenship, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2012Biology, Literature in English, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2013Biology, Mandarine Chinese, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2014Core Mathematics, Biology, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2015Biology, Media Technology, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2016Arabic, General Science, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2017Business Studies, General Science, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2018Computer Studies, General Science, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2019Christian Religious Education, General Science, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2020General Science, Islamic Religious Education, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2021General Science, Hindu Religious Education, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2022Fasihi ya Kiswahili, General Science, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2023French, General Science, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2024General Science, Geography, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2025General Science, German, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2026General Science, History & Citizenship, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2027General Science, Literature in English, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2028General Science, Mandarine Chinese, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2029Core Mathematics, General Science, Sports & RecreationSports
AS2030General Science, Media Technology, Sports & RecreationSports

Why Choose Sports?

  • Physical Development: Promotes fitness and health through sports-related activities.
  • Career Opportunities: Prepares students for roles in sports coaching, management, and fitness training.
  • Holistic Growth: Combines physical education with academic subjects for balanced development.

How to Choose the Right Subject Combination

Selecting the right subject combination is a critical decision. Here are some tips to guide students and parents:

  1. Assess Interests and Strengths: Choose subjects that align with the student’s passions and academic strengths.
  2. Consider Career Goals: Research the subject requirements for desired university courses or careers.
  3. Consult Teachers and Counselors: Seek guidance from educators to understand the implications of each combination.
  4. Balance Workload: Ensure the combination is manageable to avoid academic overload.
  5. Explore Pathways: Understand the focus of each pathway (STEM, Social Sciences, Arts & Sports Science) to make an informed choice.

The Kenyan Senior School curriculum offers a diverse range of subject combinations across multiple pathways, allowing students to tailor their education to their interests and career aspirations. Whether pursuing Pure Sciences, Applied Sciences, Technical Studies, Languages & Literature, Humanities & Business Studies, Arts, or Sports, students have ample opportunities to explore their potential. By understanding the subject combinations, codes, and pathways outlined in this guide, students can make informed decisions that pave the way for academic and professional success.

For further details on specific pathways or career guidance, consult your school’s career counselor or visit the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) website for additional resources.