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The 56th and 57th Graduation Ceremonies

Published

18 years ago

September 18, 2007

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University wishes to announce that the 56 th and 57 th Graduation Ceremonies will be held on Thursday 27 thand Friday, 28 thSeptember, 2007. The Ceremonies start at 9.00a.m. each day in the Freedom Square. Candidates from the different Academic Units will receive their awards on different days.

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University wishes to announce that the 56 th and 57 th Graduation Ceremonies will be held on Thursday 27 thand Friday, 28 thSeptember, 2007. The Ceremonies start at 9.00a.m. each day in the Freedom Square. Candidates from the different Academic Units will receive their awards on different days.

Candidates from the following Academic Units will receive their awards on

Thursday, 27 th September, 2007 :

DOCTORATES

Doctor of Philosophy (Educational Management)

Doctor of Philosophy (Education)

Doctor of Philosophy (Civil Engineering)

Doctor of Philosophy (Medicine)

Doctor of Philosophy (Environment)

MASTERS DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Master of Public Health

Master of Education

Master of Science Human Resource Management in Education

Master of Arts in Educational Management

Master of Science Molecular Biology

Master of Veterinary and Preventive Medicine

Master of Medicine

Master of Science Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Master of Science Anatomy

Master of Engineering Civil Engineering

Master of Science Civil Engineering

Master of Science Mechanical Engineering

Master of Arts in Human Rights

Master of Arts Ethics and Public Management

Master of Arts

Master of Arts in Leadership and Human Relations

Master of Arts in Land Use and Regional Development

Master of Arts in Peace and Conflict Studies

Master of Science in Information Science

Master of Information Technology

Master of Science in Computer Science

Master of Fine Art

Master of Science in Environment and Natural Resources

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Postgraduate Diploma in Education

Postgraduate Diploma Mass Communication

Postgraduate Diploma Environmental Journalism and Communication

Postgraduate Diploma Information Technology

Postgraduate Diploma Computer Science

UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Diploma in Project Planning and Management

Diploma in Library and Information Studies

Diploma in Records and Archives Management

Diploma in Commonwealth Youth

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Bachelor of Environmental Health Science

Bachelor of Industrial and Fine Arts

Bachelor of Library and Information Science

Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Health and Management

Bachelor of Animal Production Technology and Management

Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine

Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor of Adult and Community Education

Bachelor of Dental Surgery

Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiography

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

Bachelor of Architecture

Bachelor of Science in Surveying

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Arts in Music

Bachelor of Arts in Drama

Bachelor of Mass Communication

Bachelor of Development Studies

Bachelor of Urban Planning

Bachelor of Secretarial Studies

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Management

Bachelor of Tourism

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Bachelor of Information Technology

Bachelor of Science with Education

Bachelor of Arts with Education

Bachelor of Education

Candidates from the following Academic Units will receive their awards on

Friday, 28 th September, 2007:

DOCTORATES

Doctor of Philosophy (Forestry)

Doctor of Philosophy (Environmental Science)

Doctor of Philosophy (Botany)

Doctor of Philosophy (Biochemistry)

Doctor of Philosophy (Physics)

Doctor of Philosophy (Agriculture)

MASTERS DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Master of Laws

Master of Organizational Psychology

Master of Science Clinical Psychology

Master of Science

Master of Arts Gender Studies

Master of Arts Public Administration and Management

Master of Arts in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies

Master of Arts in Sociology

Master of Arts in Social Sector Planning and Management

Master of Science Agricultural Economics

Master of Science Agriculture Extension Education

Master of Science Applied Human Nutrition

Master of Science Crop Science

Master of Science Soil Science

Master of Science Food Science and Technology

Master of Arts Demography

Master of Arts Population and Development

Master of Science in Population and Reproductive Health

Master of Science Quantitative Economics

Master of Statistics

Master of Arts Economic Policy Management

Master of Arts Economic Policy and Planning

Master of Business Administration

Master of Human Resource Management

Master of Science Accounting and Finance

Master of Science Marketing

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Postgraduate Diploma in Demography

Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics

UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Diploma in Leisure and Hospitality Management

Diploma in Transport Management

Diploma in Catering and Hotel Management

Ordinary Diploma in Secretarial and Information Management

Ordinary Diploma in Financial Services and Business Computing

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES

Bachelor of Community Psychology

Bachelor of Science in Wood Science and Technology

Bachelor of Community Forestry

Bachelor of Science in Forestry

Bachelor of Social Work Social Administration

Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences)

Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology

Bachelor of Agricultural Extension Education

Bachelor of Science in Horticulture

Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Land Use and Management

Bachelor of Agribusiness Management

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

Bachelor of Industrial Chemistry

Bachelor of Conservation Biology

Bachelor of Science in Ethnobotany

Bachelor of Science in Sports Science

Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Aquaculture

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Science in Business Statistics

Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science

Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Economics

Bachelor of Statistics

Bachelor of Science in Population Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Development Economics

Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Catering and Hotel Management

Bachelor of Leisure and Hospitality Management

Bachelor of Office and Information Management

Bachelor of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management

Bachelor of Business Computing

Bachelor of International Business

Bachelor of Human Resource Management

Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Business Administration

Candidates are advised to check with the respective offices of their Deans/Directors to confirm whether or not their names are on the Graduation lists.

Find here below General Information on Graduation Ceremonies:

INVITATION CARDS

Each graduand is allowed one invitation card for two of his/her selected guests only. Graduands will be required to submit the names of the two guests they wish to invite for the ceremony and thereafter their invitation cards will be issued. Cards and gowns will be collected from 24 th to 27 th September, 2007.

PROHIBITED ITEMS AT THE CEREMONY

Cellular (mobile) phones Alcohol
Dangerous weapons Canned food and drinks
Cameras (video and still cameras) Pocket radio
Fire arms Large bags
Cells/batteries & chemicals Bottled drinks

Amos Olal-Odur

ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

10 th September 2007

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Press Release: Semester II Set to Start 10th Feb, 76th Graduation Dates Confirmed

Published

2 days ago

January 20, 2026

Mak Editor

An older photo of the Main Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda as seen from across the Freedom Square. Date taken: 22nd October 2012. Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Kampala, Uganda – 20^th January 2026 – Makerere University has postponed its opening date for Semester Two of Academic Year 2025/2026 from the earlier communicated 24^th January 2026 to 10^th February 2026.

This adjustment is in response to the Ministry of Education and Sports directive to all Schools and Education Institutions to postpone re-opening until 10^th February 2026. Consequently, Semester Two at Makerere University will now run from 10^th February 2026 until 6^th June 2026. Attached is the detailed Calendar for Semester Two 2025/2026.

Confirmed dates for the 76^th Graduation Ceremony

Makerere University also wishes to inform the general public that Makerere’s 76^th Graduation Ceremony will be held from Tuesday 24^th February 2026 to Friday 27^th February 2026.

Specifics including the graduation schedules and standard operating procedures for participants will be communicated officially in due course.

Please see downloads for the statement, Ministry directive and revised calendar.

Makerere-Press-Release-Semester-2-Opening-Postponed-20thJan2026 Download

Ministry-of-Education-and-Sports-Directive-16thJan2026 Download

Makerere-Semester-2-Revised-Academic-Calendar Download

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Call for applications: E-JUST TICAD8 African MSc. Scholarships

Published

1 week ago

January 13, 2026

Mak Editor

E-JUST Fall 2026 International Admissions (M.Sc. TICAD8 Scholarships). Courtesy Photo.

The Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST) TICAD8 African Scholarship for STI is available for all African (Non-Egyptian) students who wish to obtain their M.Sc. degree in the programs of Faculty of Engineering (FoE), Basic and Applied Science (BAS), Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT), Faculty of International Business and Humanities (FIBH) and Heritage Science (HS).

Please note that interested applicants have to apply through E-JUST’ website (online application system). Applications will only be accepted via E-JUST’s website (online application system).

Interested applicants must complete and submit their application forms before February 15, 2026. The applicant will receive an automatic confirmation e-mail as proof of successful submission of the application.

Important Links:

For information about admission requirements: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-pg

For information about the available scholarships: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-scholarships

For information about the required documents: https://www.ejust.edu.eg/international-documents

For any inquiries, please contact the Regional and International Affairs (RIA) Office: international.affairs@ejust.edu.eg

E-JUST Fall 2026 International Admission Flyer (M.Sc. TICAD8 Scholarships)Download

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Advert: Admissions for Diploma/Degree Holders under Private Sponsorship 2026/27

Published

2 weeks ago

January 5, 2026

Mak Editor

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African and international applicants for the undergraduate under the private sponsorship scheme for the 2026/2027 Academic Year.

Each applicant should:

EITHER

Hold at least a Second Class/Credit (or equivalent classification) Diploma or otherwise as specified in the Diploma Holders’ requirements from a recognised chartered institution, relevant to the programme applied for. Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding institutions and one passport size photograph must be submitted to Office 315 level three (3) Senate Building after applying online.

Be a Graduate from a RECOGNISED CHARTERED UNIVERSITY. Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding Institutions and one Passport size photography MUST be submitted to Office 315, Level three (3) Senate Building after applying online.

N.B. Applicants will be responsible for verification of their academic documents from the awarding Institutions after admission.

Other relevant information can be obtained from UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE, LEVEL 3, SENATE BUILDING OR CAN BE found on the University Website.

Diploma Holder applicants who hold class three (3) diploma certificates or Pass Diplomas are not eligible for admission and therefore should not apply, except where stated in the Diploma Holders requirements.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications shall be submitted online using the ACMIS system for all applicants. Diploma/degree holders and internationals will have to submit certified copies of their transcripts and certificates and a passport size photograph to Office 315, Level 3, Senate Building after submitting the application online and payment of application fees.

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE, LEVEL 3, SENATE BUILDING, MAKERERE UNIVERSITY WITH EFFECT FROM 5th JANUARY, 2026.

A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEE OF SHS.55,000/= FOR UGANDAN AND EAST AFRICAN APPLICANTS OR $76.5 OR EQUIVALENT FOR INTERNATIONALS, (UGX.286,250=) PLUS BANK CHARGEs SHOULD BE PAID IN ANY OF THE BANKS USED BY UGANDA REVENUE AUTHORITY (URA)

CANDIDATES WHO HOLD GRADES X, Y, Z, 7 AND 9 OF ‘O’LEVEL RESULTS SHOULD NOT APPLY BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADMISSION.

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ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL USER GUIDE

Applicants should access the Institution’s Admissions URL https://apply.mak.ac.ug

Signup using full name, e-mail and Mobile Number. Please note that your name must be similar to the one on your supporting academic documents for your application to be considered valid. If you changed your names please go to Senate Building Office 611 with a deed poll and gazette supporting the name change.
A password will be sent to both your e-mail and mobile number.
The system will prompt you to change the password to the one you can easily remember.
To fill a form (all form sections must be filled)the applicant clicks on the APPLY NOW button displayed on the running scheme.
Obtain a pay reference nunber(PRN) after submitting the application.
Make a payment at any of the banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority.

MOBILE MONEY PAYMENT STEPS:

1. Dial *272*6# on Mtn or Airtel

2. Select option 3-Admission

3. Select option 3 Pay Fees

4. Enter reference number obtained from Application portal

5. Details of Application form will be confirmed

6. Enter PIN to confirm payment

The closing date for receiving applications was extended to Friday 27^th February, 2026.