Choosing a university course can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re not 100% sure what you want yet. The good news is—you don’t need a “perfect” answer right away. You just need a smart starting point. Here’s how to figure it out in a practical, honest way:
1. Start With Yourself (Not Pressure)
Forget what people expect for a moment. Ask yourself:
What subjects do I enjoy or understand easily?
What kind of work do I not hate doing? (this matters more than passion)
Do I prefer working with people, numbers, or ideas?
👉 If you liked:
Biology → health courses (nursing, lab science)
Business → accounting, marketing, HR
Computers → IT, software, data
2. Look at Your Strengths (Be Real)
Don’t choose a course just because it sounds “big” or impressive.
Be honest:
Are you good at math? → consider engineering, finance
Better with communication? → customer service, HR, media
Hands-on person? → hospitality, technical courses
👉 A course that matches your natural ability is easier to succeed in.
3. Consider Job Opportunities (Especially in Kenya)
Let’s be real—jobs matter.
Look at fields that are growing:
Healthcare (nursing, public health)
Technology (IT, cybersecurity, data analysis)
Business & office work (HR, procurement, admin)
Skilled work (hospitality, beauty, technical skills)
👉 Avoid picking a course without checking:
“Can I actually get a job with this?”
“What do people in this field do daily?”
4. Think About Lifestyle
Different careers = different lifestyles.
Ask:
Do I want a 9–5 office job?
Am I okay working weekends (hospitality, healthcare)?
Do I want flexibility or a stable routine?
5. Try Before You Decide
You don’t have to guess blindly:
Take short online courses (free or cheap)
Watch YouTube “day in the life” videos
Talk to people already working in that field
6. Don’t Ignore Practical Options
University is not the only path:
Diplomas and certificates can lead to jobs faster
You can always upgrade later
👉 For example: Start with a diploma in business or IT → then upgrade to a degree later.
7. Use the “Elimination Method”
Sometimes it’s easier to decide what you don’t want:
Hate math? → remove engineering, accounting
Hate hospitals? → remove medical courses
Hate sitting all day? → avoid office-heavy careers
8. Combine Interest + Opportunity
The best choice is where these meet:
Something you can tolerate or enjoy
Something you’re capable of
Something that can pay you
If You’re Still Confused…
That’s normal. Many people figure it out along the way.
A safe starting point (based on your background in office work, customer service, and hospitality) could be:
Business Administration
Human Resource Management
Hospitality Management
Information Technology (basic level)
These are flexible and can open multiple job paths.
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