General

Admission Requirements, 2010/2011 Academic Year

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December 15, 2009

A. QUOTA FOR DIPLOMA HOLDERS

(i) For Government Sponsorship

The number of candidates admitted to each programme under the Diploma Holders Avenue should not exceed 5% of the intake per programme, except for Bachelor of Adult and Community Education whose quota for Diploma Holders is up to 30% of the intake for the programme.

For the Private Scheme the quota for Diploma Holders applicants varies as will be determined by each Faculty/Institute/School.

The following Programmes have no Diploma Scheme.
B.Sc. Nursing
B.Sc. Education
B.A. Education
B. Sc (Actuarial Science)

B. REQUIRED PERFORMANCE IN THE DIPLOMAS

At least Second Class, Credit or equivalent performance.

C. FACULTY REQUIREMENTS (The required Diplomas)

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

B.Pharm, MBChB, BDS,

A Diploma in any of the following health disciplines:

Medical Laboratory Technologists
Radiographers
Physiotherapists
Anaesthetic Officers
Medical Assistants
Orthopaedic Officers/assistants
Clinical Ophthalmic Officers
Environmental Health Officers
Public Health Dental Assistants
Public Health Assistants
Dispensers/Pharmacy Technicians
Psychiatry Clinical Officers
Uganda Registered Nurses/Midwives
Occupational Therapy
Orthopaedic Technology.

1.2 Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiography

A Diploma in Medical Radiography of Makerere University or its equivalent from recognised Institutions.

1.3 Bachelor of Environmental Health Science

A Diploma in Environmental Health Science of Makerere
University or its equivalent from recognised Institutions.

2. FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE

2.1 Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine

A Diploma from the Veterinary Training Institute, Entebbe or Bukalasa Agricultural College.

2.2 Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology

An Ordinary Diploma in Laboratory Technology or its equivalent from a recognised Institution.

2.3 Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Health and Management

A Diploma in Wildlife Ecology, Veterinary Sciences, Agriculture, Animal Science, Forestry, Environmental Science, Animal Nursing or their equivalent from recognised Institutions.

2.4 Bachelor of Animal Production Technology and Management.

An Ordinary Diploma in Animal Health and Production (or its equivalent) from a recognised Institution.

3. FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

3.1 Bachelor of Agricultural Extension Education

A Diploma or its equivalent from a recognised Agricultural related Tertiary Institution. Eligible candidates must have a related Post Diploma working experience of at least 2 years.

3.2 Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering

An ordinary Technician Diploma, with at least credit 3 in Mathematics, from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.

3.3 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

A National Diploma in Agriculture or Animal Husbandry or its equivalent obtained from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.

3.4 Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology

A National diploma in either Food Science, or Food Technology, or Veterinary Science, Forestry or Agriculture or the equivalent from recognised Institutions.

3.5 Bachelor of Science in Agricultural land Use and Management

A Diploma or its equivalent in relevant fields from recognised Institutions.

3.6 Bachelor of Agribusiness Management

A National Diploma or its equivalent in Agricultural Business Studies and relevant fields from recognised Institutions.

3.7 Bachelor of Science in Horticulture

A National Diploma or its equivalent in Horticulture, Forestry, Agriculture or Biological Sciences from a recognised Institutions.

3.8 Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition

Holders of the following Second Class or Credit Diplomas are eligible for admission

a) Diploma in Education, Applicants must have studied the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Home Economics.

b) The Higher National Diploma from a recognized Institution in any of the following:

Chemistry, Human Nutrition, Home Economics, Food Science, Science and Technology, Catering, Agriculture, Health, Social Work.

c) Ordinary Diploma from a recognized Institution in any of the following:

Science Technology (Biology)
Science Technology (Chemistry, Biochemistry)
Food Processing
Agriculture, Biology
Diploma in any of the Paramedical Institutions
Medical Laboratory Technologists
Radiographers
Physiotherapists
Anaesthetic Officers
Medical Assistants
Orthopedic Officers/assistants
Clinical Ophthalmic Officers
Environmental Health Officers
Public Health Dental Assistants
Public Health Assistants
Dispensers/Pharmacy Technicians
Psychiatry Clinical Officers
Uganda Registered Nurses/Midwives
Occupational Therapy
Orthopedic Technology.

4. FACULTY OF FORESTRY AND NATURE CONSERVATION

4.1 Bachelor of Science in Forestry

A National Diploma in Forestry or Agriculture, or its equivalent from recognised Institutions.

4.2 Bachelor of Community Forestry

A National Diploma or its equivalent of good Standing in Forestry or other related agricultural sciences from a recognised Institution.

4.3 Bachelor of Science in Wood Science and Technology

A National Diploma or its equivalent in Forestry or related Technical fields, from a recognised Institution.
5. FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY

5.1 B.Sc. (Civil Engineering), BSc. (Electrical Engineering) and B.Sc. (Mechanical Engineering)

A relevant Ordinary Diploma or its equivalent, with a Credit in Mathematics, from UPK, or any of the UTCs.

5.2 B.Sc. Telecommunications Engineering)

A Uganda National Examinations Board Ordinary Technical

Diploma or its equivalent (Credit Class).

Applicant should have obtained a Credit Pass in Mathematics.

5.3 Bachelor of Science in Surveying

A Diploma from Entebbe Surveying School or its equivalent. The applicants should have:

a) Passed all the subjects of the final part at the same sitting.

b) An overall average mark of at least 60% in all the
examinations.
c) An average mark in Mathematics of at least 70%.

5.4 Bachelor of Architecture

(i) An Ordinary Diploma in Architectural Draughtsmanship or its equivalent from UPK or any other recognised Institutions.

Applicants should have obtained at least a Credit 3 in the Building Construction and Drawing subject of the Diploma.

5.5 B.Sc. (Land Economics), B.Sc. (Quantity Surveying),
B.Sc. (Construction Management)

A UNEB Ordinary Diploma in Building and Civil
Engineering or its equivalent (Credit Class).
Applicant should have passed Mathematics, Building

Construction and Drawing with at least Credit 4 (four).

5.6 Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Candidates must hold UNEB Credit Ordinary Technical Diploma or its equivalent with Credit Pass in Mathematics.

6. FACULTY OF LAW

6.1 Bachelor of Laws

Any diploma from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.

7. INSTITUTE OF STATISTICS AND APPLIED ECONOMICS

7.1 Bachelor of Statistics

EITHER: A Diploma in Statistics (at Intermediate Professional Level) from the East African Statistical Training Centre, Dar-es-Salaam or its equivalent.

OR: Any other Diploma from a recognised Institution with Mathematics as a major subject.

Initially, on an experimental basis and subject to review a candidate who is a holder of a Diploma of at least Credit grading obtained at the East African Statistical Training Centre, Dar es Salaam, will on admission to the Bachelor of Statistics Programme, be exempted from the first year and will thus enter the programme in the second year. The holders of Pass Diplomas may be admitted to B.Stat Year I.

7.2 Bachelor of Science (Quantitative Economics)

A Diploma from a recognised Institution. The Diploma Programme must have involved Mathematics as a major subject.

7.3 Bachelor of Science in Population Studies

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

7.4 Bachelor of Science in Business Statistics

At least a Second Class or Credit Diploma from a recognised Institution with Mathematics as a subject.

8. MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL

8.1 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business Administration

(a) A Diploma from the former National College of Business Studies and its sister Colleges of Commerce in:

(i) Business Studies

Marketing (both Ordinary and Higher Diplomas)

(b) A Diploma in Cooperatives from the Uganda Cooperative College, Kigumba.

Diploma in Education with a bias in Business Education.

The following levels of passing are acceptable.

(a) For the Business Studies and Marketing Diplomas:
Credit in Principal or Core subjects, and

(b) For the Professional Courses: applicants should have passed the first level or stage of the professional courses such that the applicants would have been allowed to proceed to the second level or stage.

8.2 Bachelor of Catering and Hotel Management

The following Diplomas or their equivalents:

Uganda Diploma in Hotel and Institutional Catering
Diploma in Business Studies
Higher Diploma in Marketing
Diploma from the Institute of Bankers
Business Diploma from NTCs
Diploma in Co-operatives

8.3 Bachelor of Human Resource Management.

A Diploma from a recognised Institution

8.4 Bachelor of International Business

A Diploma from a recognised Institution.

8.5 Bachelor of Leisure and Hospitality Management

A Diploma from a recognised Institution

8.6 Bachelor of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management.

A Diploma from a recognised Institution.

8.7 Bachelor of Business Computing

A Diploma from a recognised Institution
8.8 Bachelor of Procurement and Supply Chain Management

EITHER : A Diploma in any discipline from a recognised institution

OR : A candidate should have completed level one of any professional course.

8.9 Bachelor of Office and Information Management.

A Diploma from a recognised Institution.

8.10 Bachelor of Real Estate Business Management

(i) A candidates must hold a Credit Diploma in Business related discipline from a recognized Institution and must have passed Mathematics with Credit at O’Level.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of the following Professional Courses ACCA, CIM, CIPS, ICSA, CPA and must have passed Mathematics with Credit at O’Level.

8.11 Bachelor of Science in Marketing

A Credit Diploma in any discipline from a recognized Institution or Candidates who have completed Level One of any Professional Courses.

8.12 Bachelor of Business Statistics

A relevant Credit Diploma from a recognized Institution with a bias in statistics. Candidates who have completed Level One of any Professional Course are eligible with a bias in statistics.

8.13 Bachelor of Science in Finance

(i) A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma in Business related discipline from a recognised Institution and must have passed Mathematics with at least a Credit at O’Level.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of the following Professional Courses ACCA, CIM, CIPS, ICSA, CPA and must have passed Mathematics with at least a Credit at O’Level.

8.14 Bachelor of Leadership and Governance

A candidate must hold a Second Class Diploma in any discipline from a recognised Institution
8.15 Bachelor of Arts in Economics

(i) A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma in Business related discipline from a recognized Institution and must have passed Mathematics with at least a Credit at O’Level.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of the following Professional Courses ACCA, CIM, CIPS, ICSA, CPA and must have passed Mathematics with at least Credit at O’Level.

8.16 Bachelor of Transport and Logistics Management

A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma from a recognized Institution.

8.17 Bachelor of Science in Accounting

(i) A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma in Business related field with a Credit in Principal or Core courses like Quantitative Mathematics from a recognized Institution.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of relevant professional Courses will also be eligible.

8.18 Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management

(i) A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma in any discipline from recognized Institution.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of relevant professional Courses will also be eligible.

9. FACULTY OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SCIENCE

9.1 Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

A Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Studies, Information Technology, Statistics or any other diploma with Mathematics as one of the subjects from any recognised Institution

9.2 Bachelor of Information Technology

A Diploma from a recognized Institution in any discipline or its equivalent.

9.3 Diploma in Computer Science and Information Technology

Possess a Diploma from any recognized institution

For Certificate Holders – a candidate must be a holder of at least Credit certificate in Computer Science or related field from a recognized institution.

9.4 Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering

Candidates should possess at least a Second Class (Lower Division) Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics or Any Diploma with either Mathematics or Computer Science as one of the subjects from any recognized Institution.

9.5 Bachelor of Information Systems

Candidates should possess at least a Second Class (Lower Division) Diploma in Computer Science or any other Diploma with business or computing aspects from any recognized Institution.

10.     FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

10.1   Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences)

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

10.2 Bachelor of Social Work and Social Administration

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11. FACULTY OF ARTS

11.1 Bachelor of Arts

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.2 Bachelor of Mass Communication

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.3 Bachelor of Development Studies

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.4 Bachelor of Urban Planning

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.5 Bachelor of Arts in Music

A diploma in Music, Dance and Drama or a Diploma in Music from a recognised Institution.

11.6 Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Management

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.7 Bachelor of Tourism

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.8 Bachelor of Arts in Dance

A Diploma in Music, Dance and Drama or a Diploma in Dance from a recognised Institution.

11.9 Bachelor of Arts in Drama

A Diploma in Music, Dance and Drama or a Diploma in Drama
from a recognised Institution.

11.10 Bachelor of Secretarial Studies

(a) EITHER A Secretarial Studies diploma from a recognised
Institution.

(b) OR Advanced Level Certificates in Secretarial
Studies from a recognised Institute, in the following subjects:

1. Shorthand Stage III – 100 w.p.m
2. Typewriting III – 50.w.p.m.
3. Business English Stage III and

Any two other subjects from among:
Secretarial Duties Stage II
Office Practice/Management Stage
Commerce/Economics Stage II
(iv) Accounting Stage II
(v) General Principles of Law Stage II
Marketing Stage II

Obtained from UNEB or an equivalent examining body.
12. SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL AND FINE ARTS

Bachelor of Industrial and Fine Arts

(a) A Diploma from a recognised Institution with Art, Design, Technical Drawing as a bias or Art and Design related course like Fashion Design, Computer graphics, Photography and Architecture.

Diplomas other than in Fine Art but with One-year Certificate in Art or Design Discipline from recognised Institutions and a portfolio of work in Art or Design Discipline.

NOTE: This category of candidates should also possess an Advanced Level Certificate with at least One Principle Pass in Art or Technical Drawing.

13. EAST AFRICAN SCHOOL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION
SCIENCE

13.1 Bachelor of Library and Information Science

Candidates must hold a Credit Diploma from any of these fields or related discipline from recognized Institution:

(i)      Diploma in Library and Information Science
(ii)      Diploma in Records and Archives Management
(iii)     Diploma in Library and Information Science
(iv)     Diploma in Information Management
(v)      Diploma in Publishing and Book Trade

The applicants should be strongly recommended by their employers.

13.2 Bachelor of Records and Archives Management

Candidates must hold at least a Second Class or Credit Diploma from recognized Institutions:

(i)      Diploma in Records and Archives Management
(ii)      Diploma in Library and Information Science
(iii)     Diploma in Information Management
(iv)     Diploma in Information Technology
(v)      Diploma in Computer Science
(vi)     Diploma in Secretarial Studies
(vii)    Diploma in Public Administration
Any related Diploma from any recognized Institution

14. FACULTY OF SCIENCE

14.1 Bachelor of Science

(a) A Diploma in Education from National Teachers Colleges.

The applicants must have studied any of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Physics,
Geography or Agriculture.

(b) At least an ordinary Diploma from the Uganda Polytechnic, Kyambogo or the UTCs and

The applicants must have studied any of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

c) A Diploma from any of the following Agricultural Colleges:
Arapai, Nyabyeya, Fisheries Training Institute Entebbe, Bukalasa, Busitema, Veterinary Training Institute- Entebbe.

The candidates should have studied any of the following subjects:
Agriculture, Biology.

d) A diploma from any of the Schools of Health (Medicine)

Radiographers, Dispensers, Nurses, Medical Laboratory
Technicians or Environmental Health Officers.

14.2 Bachelor of Science in Ethnobotany

Holders of a Diploma in Science based subjects with a bias in
Biology, Chemistry or Agriculture from recognised Institutions
may be admitted to the programme.

14.3 Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry

(a) An ordinary Diploma of UPK, UTCs and recognised
Technical Colleges with qualifications in Chemistry and Mathematics or related fields.

(b) A Diploma in Education with Chemistry and either
Mathematics or Physics.

14.4 Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Aquaculture

Diploma in Fisheries Management and Technology, Aquaculture Yacht and Boat Building, Veterinary Sciences or the equivalent from recognised Institutions.
14.5 Bachelor of Sports Science

A Diploma in the relevant subjects:

Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Commerce from ITEK, UPK, School of Hygiene, Paramedical Institute and other recognised Institutions of Higher Learning.

14.6 Bachelor of Science in Geological Resource Management

A Diploma from a recognised Institution with a bias in Physical
Sciences: Mathematics, Physics, chemistry.

14.7 Bachelor of Science in Conservation Biology

Diplomas from recognised Institutions with a bias in Biology, chemistry, Forestry, Wildlife, Animal Husbandry, Environmental Education and Environmental Management.

14.8 Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Geosciences and Production

The applicant must have obtained at least a Second Class Diploma in Science based disciplines with a bias either in Physics, Chemistry or mathematics or a Higher Diploma in Engineering and /or Geosciences.

15. INSTITUTE OF ADULT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

Bachelor of Adult and Community Education up to (30% of the intake)

          (a)     Diploma in Adult Education
          (b)     Diploma in Social Development
          (c)     Diploma in Co-operatives
          (d)     Diploma in Agriculture
          (e)     Diploma in Public Health
          (f)      Diploma in Animal Husbandry
          (g)     Diploma in Fisheries, and

Any other Diplomas which prepare professionals for extension work or other community work.

16. INSTITUTE OF PSYCHOLOGY

16.1 Bachelor of Community Psychology

          A Diploma or its equivalent from a recognised Institution in any      of the following disciplines:

          Social Work, Counselling, Occupational Therapy, Psychiatry and Education.

16.2 Bachelor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Holders of at least a second class Diploma or its equivalent from an Institution recognized by Makerere University.

17. FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT

17.1 Bachelor of Arts in Economics

A Diploma from a recognised Institution in relevant fields/subjects (Economics, Mathematics)

17.2 Bachelor of Arts in Development Economics

At least a Second Class Diploma award from a recognised Institution of higher learning.

17.3 Bachelor of Business Administration

Holders of Degree or at least a Second Class/Credit Diploma from a recognised Institution in the areas of Business Administration, Accounting, Cooperatives and Business Studies of at least a Lower Second-Class and a Credit in Principal or core subjects for the programme.

17.4 Bachelor of Procurement and Supplies Management

A candidate must possess a Degree or at least a Second Class Diploma award from a recognised Institution.

18. INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES

Holders of Relevant Diploma (at least a Second Class) in Science related subjects from Makerere University or other recognized Institutions.

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A. QUOTA FOR DIPLOMA HOLDERS

(i) For Government Sponsorship

For the Private Scheme the quota for Diploma Holders applicants varies as will be determined by each Faculty/Institute/School.

The following Programmes have no Diploma Scheme.
B.Sc. Nursing
B.Sc. Education
B.A. Education
B. Sc (Actuarial Science)

B. REQUIRED PERFORMANCE IN THE DIPLOMAS

At least Second Class, Credit or equivalent performance.

C. FACULTY REQUIREMENTS (The required Diplomas)

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

B.Pharm, MBChB, BDS,

A Diploma in any of the following health disciplines:

Medical Laboratory Technologists
Radiographers
Physiotherapists
Anaesthetic Officers
Medical Assistants
Orthopaedic Officers/assistants
Clinical Ophthalmic Officers
Environmental Health Officers
Public Health Dental Assistants
Public Health Assistants
Dispensers/Pharmacy Technicians
Psychiatry Clinical Officers
Uganda Registered Nurses/Midwives
Occupational Therapy
Orthopaedic Technology.

1.2 Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiography

A Diploma in Medical Radiography of Makerere University or its equivalent from recognised Institutions.

1.3 Bachelor of Environmental Health Science

A Diploma in Environmental Health Science of Makerere
University or its equivalent from recognised Institutions.

2. FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE

2.1 Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine

A Diploma from the Veterinary Training Institute, Entebbe or Bukalasa Agricultural College.

2.2 Bachelor of Biomedical Laboratory Technology

An Ordinary Diploma in Laboratory Technology or its equivalent from a recognised Institution.

2.3 Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Health and Management

A Diploma in Wildlife Ecology, Veterinary Sciences, Agriculture, Animal Science, Forestry, Environmental Science, Animal Nursing or their equivalent from recognised Institutions.

2.4 Bachelor of Animal Production Technology and Management.

An Ordinary Diploma in Animal Health and Production (or its equivalent) from a recognised Institution.

3. FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

3.1 Bachelor of Agricultural Extension Education

A Diploma or its equivalent from a recognised Agricultural related Tertiary Institution. Eligible candidates must have a related Post Diploma working experience of at least 2 years.

3.2 Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering

An ordinary Technician Diploma, with at least credit 3 in Mathematics, from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.

3.3 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

A National Diploma in Agriculture or Animal Husbandry or its equivalent obtained from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.

3.4 Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology

A National diploma in either Food Science, or Food Technology, or Veterinary Science, Forestry or Agriculture or the equivalent from recognised Institutions.

3.5 Bachelor of Science in Agricultural land Use and Management

A Diploma or its equivalent in relevant fields from recognised Institutions.

3.6 Bachelor of Agribusiness Management

A National Diploma or its equivalent in Agricultural Business Studies and relevant fields from recognised Institutions.

3.7 Bachelor of Science in Horticulture

A National Diploma or its equivalent in Horticulture, Forestry, Agriculture or Biological Sciences from a recognised Institutions.

3.8 Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition

Holders of the following Second Class or Credit Diplomas are eligible for admission

a) Diploma in Education, Applicants must have studied the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Home Economics.

b) The Higher National Diploma from a recognized Institution in any of the following:

Chemistry, Human Nutrition, Home Economics, Food Science, Science and Technology, Catering, Agriculture, Health, Social Work.

c) Ordinary Diploma from a recognized Institution in any of the following:

Science Technology (Biology)
Science Technology (Chemistry, Biochemistry)
Food Processing
Agriculture, Biology
Diploma in any of the Paramedical Institutions
Medical Laboratory Technologists
Radiographers
Physiotherapists
Anaesthetic Officers
Medical Assistants
Orthopedic Officers/assistants
Clinical Ophthalmic Officers
Environmental Health Officers
Public Health Dental Assistants
Public Health Assistants
Dispensers/Pharmacy Technicians
Psychiatry Clinical Officers
Uganda Registered Nurses/Midwives
Occupational Therapy
Orthopedic Technology.

4. FACULTY OF FORESTRY AND NATURE CONSERVATION

4.1 Bachelor of Science in Forestry

A National Diploma in Forestry or Agriculture, or its equivalent from recognised Institutions.

4.2 Bachelor of Community Forestry

A National Diploma or its equivalent of good Standing in Forestry or other related agricultural sciences from a recognised Institution.

4.3 Bachelor of Science in Wood Science and Technology

A National Diploma or its equivalent in Forestry or related Technical fields, from a recognised Institution.
5. FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY

5.1 B.Sc. (Civil Engineering), BSc. (Electrical Engineering) and B.Sc. (Mechanical Engineering)

A relevant Ordinary Diploma or its equivalent, with a Credit in Mathematics, from UPK, or any of the UTCs.

5.2 B.Sc. Telecommunications Engineering)

A Uganda National Examinations Board Ordinary Technical

Diploma or its equivalent (Credit Class).

Applicant should have obtained a Credit Pass in Mathematics.

5.3 Bachelor of Science in Surveying

A Diploma from Entebbe Surveying School or its equivalent. The applicants should have:

a) Passed all the subjects of the final part at the same sitting.

b) An overall average mark of at least 60% in all the
examinations.
c) An average mark in Mathematics of at least 70%.

5.4 Bachelor of Architecture

(i) An Ordinary Diploma in Architectural Draughtsmanship or its equivalent from UPK or any other recognised Institutions.

Applicants should have obtained at least a Credit 3 in the Building Construction and Drawing subject of the Diploma.

5.5 B.Sc. (Land Economics), B.Sc. (Quantity Surveying),
B.Sc. (Construction Management)

A UNEB Ordinary Diploma in Building and Civil
Engineering or its equivalent (Credit Class).
Applicant should have passed Mathematics, Building

Construction and Drawing with at least Credit 4 (four).

5.6 Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Candidates must hold UNEB Credit Ordinary Technical Diploma or its equivalent with Credit Pass in Mathematics.

6. FACULTY OF LAW

6.1 Bachelor of Laws

Any diploma from a recognised Institution of Higher Learning.

7. INSTITUTE OF STATISTICS AND APPLIED ECONOMICS

7.1 Bachelor of Statistics

EITHER: A Diploma in Statistics (at Intermediate Professional Level) from the East African Statistical Training Centre, Dar-es-Salaam or its equivalent.

OR: Any other Diploma from a recognised Institution with Mathematics as a major subject.

7.2 Bachelor of Science (Quantitative Economics)

A Diploma from a recognised Institution. The Diploma Programme must have involved Mathematics as a major subject.

7.3 Bachelor of Science in Population Studies

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

7.4 Bachelor of Science in Business Statistics

At least a Second Class or Credit Diploma from a recognised Institution with Mathematics as a subject.

8. MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL

8.1 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business Administration

(a) A Diploma from the former National College of Business Studies and its sister Colleges of Commerce in:

(i) Business Studies

Marketing (both Ordinary and Higher Diplomas)

(b) A Diploma in Cooperatives from the Uganda Cooperative College, Kigumba.

Diploma in Education with a bias in Business Education.

The following levels of passing are acceptable.

(a) For the Business Studies and Marketing Diplomas:
Credit in Principal or Core subjects, and

8.2 Bachelor of Catering and Hotel Management

The following Diplomas or their equivalents:

Uganda Diploma in Hotel and Institutional Catering
Diploma in Business Studies
Higher Diploma in Marketing
Diploma from the Institute of Bankers
Business Diploma from NTCs
Diploma in Co-operatives

8.3 Bachelor of Human Resource Management.

A Diploma from a recognised Institution

8.4 Bachelor of International Business

A Diploma from a recognised Institution.

8.5 Bachelor of Leisure and Hospitality Management

A Diploma from a recognised Institution

8.6 Bachelor of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management.

A Diploma from a recognised Institution.

8.7 Bachelor of Business Computing

A Diploma from a recognised Institution
8.8 Bachelor of Procurement and Supply Chain Management

EITHER : A Diploma in any discipline from a recognised institution

OR : A candidate should have completed level one of any professional course.

8.9 Bachelor of Office and Information Management.

A Diploma from a recognised Institution.

8.10 Bachelor of Real Estate Business Management

(i) A candidates must hold a Credit Diploma in Business related discipline from a recognized Institution and must have passed Mathematics with Credit at O’Level.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of the following Professional Courses ACCA, CIM, CIPS, ICSA, CPA and must have passed Mathematics with Credit at O’Level.

8.11 Bachelor of Science in Marketing

A Credit Diploma in any discipline from a recognized Institution or Candidates who have completed Level One of any Professional Courses.

8.12 Bachelor of Business Statistics

A relevant Credit Diploma from a recognized Institution with a bias in statistics. Candidates who have completed Level One of any Professional Course are eligible with a bias in statistics.

8.13 Bachelor of Science in Finance

(i) A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma in Business related discipline from a recognised Institution and must have passed Mathematics with at least a Credit at O’Level.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of the following Professional Courses ACCA, CIM, CIPS, ICSA, CPA and must have passed Mathematics with at least a Credit at O’Level.

8.14 Bachelor of Leadership and Governance

A candidate must hold a Second Class Diploma in any discipline from a recognised Institution
8.15 Bachelor of Arts in Economics

(i) A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma in Business related discipline from a recognized Institution and must have passed Mathematics with at least a Credit at O’Level.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of the following Professional Courses ACCA, CIM, CIPS, ICSA, CPA and must have passed Mathematics with at least Credit at O’Level.

8.16 Bachelor of Transport and Logistics Management

A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma from a recognized Institution.

8.17 Bachelor of Science in Accounting

(i) A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma in Business related field with a Credit in Principal or Core courses like Quantitative Mathematics from a recognized Institution.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of relevant professional Courses will also be eligible.

8.18 Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management

(i) A candidate must hold a Credit Diploma in any discipline from recognized Institution.

(ii) Candidates who completed Level One of relevant professional Courses will also be eligible.

9. FACULTY OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SCIENCE

9.1 Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

A Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Studies, Information Technology, Statistics or any other diploma with Mathematics as one of the subjects from any recognised Institution

9.2 Bachelor of Information Technology

A Diploma from a recognized Institution in any discipline or its equivalent.

9.3 Diploma in Computer Science and Information Technology

Possess a Diploma from any recognized institution

For Certificate Holders – a candidate must be a holder of at least Credit certificate in Computer Science or related field from a recognized institution.

9.4 Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering

9.5 Bachelor of Information Systems

Candidates should possess at least a Second Class (Lower Division) Diploma in Computer Science or any other Diploma with business or computing aspects from any recognized Institution.

10.     FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

10.1   Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences)

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

10.2 Bachelor of Social Work and Social Administration

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11. FACULTY OF ARTS

11.1 Bachelor of Arts

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.2 Bachelor of Mass Communication

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.3 Bachelor of Development Studies

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.4 Bachelor of Urban Planning

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.5 Bachelor of Arts in Music

A diploma in Music, Dance and Drama or a Diploma in Music from a recognised Institution.

11.6 Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Management

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.7 Bachelor of Tourism

Any diploma from a recognised Institution.

11.8 Bachelor of Arts in Dance

A Diploma in Music, Dance and Drama or a Diploma in Dance from a recognised Institution.

11.9 Bachelor of Arts in Drama

A Diploma in Music, Dance and Drama or a Diploma in Drama
from a recognised Institution.

11.10 Bachelor of Secretarial Studies

(a) EITHER A Secretarial Studies diploma from a recognised
Institution.

(b) OR Advanced Level Certificates in Secretarial
Studies from a recognised Institute, in the following subjects:

1. Shorthand Stage III – 100 w.p.m
2. Typewriting III – 50.w.p.m.
3. Business English Stage III and

Any two other subjects from among:
Secretarial Duties Stage II
Office Practice/Management Stage
Commerce/Economics Stage II
(iv) Accounting Stage II
(v) General Principles of Law Stage II
Marketing Stage II

Obtained from UNEB or an equivalent examining body.
12. SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL AND FINE ARTS

Bachelor of Industrial and Fine Arts

(a) A Diploma from a recognised Institution with Art, Design, Technical Drawing as a bias or Art and Design related course like Fashion Design, Computer graphics, Photography and Architecture.

Diplomas other than in Fine Art but with One-year Certificate in Art or Design Discipline from recognised Institutions and a portfolio of work in Art or Design Discipline.

NOTE: This category of candidates should also possess an Advanced Level Certificate with at least One Principle Pass in Art or Technical Drawing.

13. EAST AFRICAN SCHOOL OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION
SCIENCE

13.1 Bachelor of Library and Information Science

Candidates must hold a Credit Diploma from any of these fields or related discipline from recognized Institution:

The applicants should be strongly recommended by their employers.

13.2 Bachelor of Records and Archives Management

Candidates must hold at least a Second Class or Credit Diploma from recognized Institutions:

14. FACULTY OF SCIENCE

14.1 Bachelor of Science

(a) A Diploma in Education from National Teachers Colleges.

The applicants must have studied any of the following subjects:
Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Physics,
Geography or Agriculture.

(b) At least an ordinary Diploma from the Uganda Polytechnic, Kyambogo or the UTCs and

The candidates should have studied any of the following subjects:
Agriculture, Biology.

d) A diploma from any of the Schools of Health (Medicine)

Radiographers, Dispensers, Nurses, Medical Laboratory
Technicians or Environmental Health Officers.

14.2 Bachelor of Science in Ethnobotany

Holders of a Diploma in Science based subjects with a bias in
Biology, Chemistry or Agriculture from recognised Institutions
may be admitted to the programme.

14.3 Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry

(a) An ordinary Diploma of UPK, UTCs and recognised
Technical Colleges with qualifications in Chemistry and Mathematics or related fields.

(b) A Diploma in Education with Chemistry and either
Mathematics or Physics.

14.4 Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Aquaculture

Diploma in Fisheries Management and Technology, Aquaculture Yacht and Boat Building, Veterinary Sciences or the equivalent from recognised Institutions.
14.5 Bachelor of Sports Science

A Diploma in the relevant subjects:

Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Commerce from ITEK, UPK, School of Hygiene, Paramedical Institute and other recognised Institutions of Higher Learning.

14.6 Bachelor of Science in Geological Resource Management

A Diploma from a recognised Institution with a bias in Physical
Sciences: Mathematics, Physics, chemistry.

14.7 Bachelor of Science in Conservation Biology

Diplomas from recognised Institutions with a bias in Biology, chemistry, Forestry, Wildlife, Animal Husbandry, Environmental Education and Environmental Management.

14.8 Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Geosciences and Production

15. INSTITUTE OF ADULT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

Bachelor of Adult and Community Education up to (30% of the intake)

Any other Diplomas which prepare professionals for extension work or other community work.

16. INSTITUTE OF PSYCHOLOGY

16.1 Bachelor of Community Psychology

          A Diploma or its equivalent from a recognised Institution in any      of the following disciplines:

          Social Work, Counselling, Occupational Therapy, Psychiatry and Education.

16.2 Bachelor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Holders of at least a second class Diploma or its equivalent from an Institution recognized by Makerere University.

17. FACULTY OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT

17.1 Bachelor of Arts in Economics

A Diploma from a recognised Institution in relevant fields/subjects (Economics, Mathematics)

17.2 Bachelor of Arts in Development Economics

At least a Second Class Diploma award from a recognised Institution of higher learning.

17.3 Bachelor of Business Administration

17.4 Bachelor of Procurement and Supplies Management

A candidate must possess a Degree or at least a Second Class Diploma award from a recognised Institution.

18. INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES

Holders of Relevant Diploma (at least a Second Class) in Science related subjects from Makerere University or other recognized Institutions.

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Update On Payment of Endowment Fund Fees

Published

2 days ago

November 4, 2026

Mak Editor

The University Council, during its 167^th meeting held on 5th June 2025, resolved that all students pay their annual Endowment Fund fees directly into an Endowment Fund designated bank account and present proof of payment as a requirement for registration.

Accordingly, every student is reminded of the obligation to pay the annual Endowment Fund fee of UGX 18,000, payable once every academic year.

Payments can be made through the following channels:

1. Payment Using an ACMIS – generated Payment Reference Number (PRN)

Log in to the student portal, navigate to Bills and Invoices, and select Endowment Fees to generate a Payment Reference Number (PRN).
Dial *212*2*1#, enter Merchant Code 985332, and follow the prompts to complete payment.
Alternatively, download the NCBA NOW UG application, select Muzuri Pay on the home screen, search for Makerere University – MUK ACMIS, and follow the payment instructions.

Payments made through the above channels are reconciled in real time and reflected on your student portal.

2. Manual Bank Payments

Without generating PRNs, students may also make payments through the NCBA agent at the Gift and Souvenir Shop, Main Building, or at any Stanbic Bank branch using the account details below:

NCBA Bank

Account Name: Makerere University Endowment Fund
Account Number: 220868200029
Branch: TWED Towers

Stanbic Bank

Account Name: Makerere University Endowment Fund
Account Number: 9030020625081
Branch: Makerere

Students are advised to retain their payment receipts for future reference.

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Reconciliation of previous payments

For students who made payments before this update, reconciliation is ongoing. The Makerere University Endowment Fund will communicate further guidance on the process in due course.

The University appreciates your cooperation and continued support towards strengthening its long-term financial sustainability through the Endowment Fund.

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

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Institutionalizing ORCID at Makerere University: Strengthening Researcher Identification, Visibility and Research Output Tracking

Published

3 days ago

November 3, 2026

Mak Editor

The Unit-Based ORCID Sensitization and System Capture of Researcher Identification Workshop was held on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, commencing at 9:00 a.m. at the Telepresence Centre, Senate Building, Makerere University. The workshop was facilitated by the Research and Education Network for Uganda (RENU).

The workshop was opened by Prof. Robert Wamala – Director of the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships (DRIP). In his remarks, Prof. Wamala emphasised the importance of ORCID in strengthening researcher identification, improving the visibility and discoverability of Makerere University‘s research outputs, and ensuring accurate attribution of scholarly contributions.

Prof. Wamala highlighted the need to move beyond individual ORCID registration towards systematic institutional adoption, including the accurate capture and validation of researchers’ ORCID identifiers in relevant University information systems. He underscored the importance of coordinated implementation at unit level, recognising the critical roles of College Librarians, Library staff and the Directorate of Graduate Training in supporting ORCID adoption among academic staff, researchers and graduate students.

Prof. Wamala appreciated RENU for facilitating the engagement and encouraged participants to translate the knowledge gained into practical action within their respective units. The workshop marked an important step in Makerere University‘s efforts to strengthen researcher identification, improve research visibility and enhance the institutional management and tracking of scholarly outputs.

*Dr. Cyprian Misinde, the Director of Quality Assurance*

The opening session also featured remarks from the University Librarian Prof. Ruth Nalumaga and Dr. Cyprian Misinde, the Director of Quality Assurance, who underscored the importance of ORCID in strengthening research visibility, scholarly communication and institutional research information management. Their contributions highlighted the need for collaboration across the Library, Quality Assurance, Graduate Training and DRIP to support effective ORCID adoption and integration into University processes.

The workshop provided an opportunity to sensitise participants on ORCID and strengthen their capacity to support its adoption and system capture within their respective units. The participation of College Librarians, Library staff and the Directorate of Graduate Training was particularly strategic in supporting researchers and graduate students to establish and maintain their ORCID profiles.

*Prof. Ruth Nalumaga* – *University Librarian*

The workshop was attended by College Librarians and Library Staff; Representatives from the Directorate of Graduate Training; Directorate of Quality Assurance and the Directorate of Research, Innovations and Partnerships. Their participation was intended to strengthen awareness, institutional coordination and practical support for ORCID adoption across the University.

The engagement, marked a collaborative step towards institutionalizing ORCID at Makerere University and strengthening the University’s capacity to identify, track and showcase its research contributions globally.

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Makerere Research Offers a New Lens on Kampala’s Growing Water Challenge

Published

4 days ago

November 2, 2026

Philemon Akoragye

As Greater Kampala continues to expand, the question of how the city will secure enough water for its growing population is becoming increasingly urgent. New homes, roads, industries and commercial centres are transforming the metropolitan landscape, but this growth also places pressure on wetlands, catchments and the infrastructure that supplies water to communities. For Makerere University, this challenge is not only a matter for public debate. It is also a question that research can help answer before today’s decisions become tomorrow’s problems.

That concern shaped a dissemination workshop held at the University on Wednesday, 28^thOctober 2026. The gathering brought together researchers, policymakers, university leaders, planners, students, development partners and members of the media to consider findings from the Urban Expansion Model for Mitigating Water Scarcity in Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area, known as UREMWAS, an occasion that was graced by the Minister for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs, Hon. Hajjat Minsa Kabanda, who attended as chief guest.

At the heart of the research is a practical concern: how can a fast-growing metropolitan area accommodate more people and economic activity without undermining the natural systems and public infrastructure on which its residents depend? The UREMWAS project seeks to help answer that question by giving planners a way to examine how different patterns of urban development may affect water availability. Rather than treating water scarcity as an isolated problem of supply, the study relates it to the choices made about land, housing, drainage, settlement and infrastructure.

Understanding the Link Between Urban Growth and Water

Presenting the study, the Principal Investigator Dr. Nestor Mugabe explained that Greater Kampala is among Uganda’s fastest-growing urban regions. Its expansion has increased pressure on water sources and supply networks, while also changing the natural landscapes that help sustain those resources. As settlements spread, the consequences can extend beyond the immediate area where construction takes place. Wetlands may be encroached upon, catchments altered and the routes through which water moves across the landscape disrupted. “The value of this model is in helping planners see the consequences of today’s choices before those choices become difficult and costly to reverse.” He stated.

The model brings together information on population movement, built-up areas, drainage patterns, wetland cover and water demand. By considering these factors together, planners can explore possible urban growth scenarios and assess their likely implications before major decisions are made. The intention is to support better-informed choices on where development should take place, which natural areas require protection and where investment in water infrastructure may be most needed.

Dr. Mugabe cautioned that water scarcity rarely emerges from a single decision or event. Instead, it can develop gradually as many small choices accumulate without sufficient attention to their combined effect. The value of the model, he explained, lies in helping decision makers see a wider picture and understand how development in one part of the metropolitan area may affect water security elsewhere.

The findings point to a close relationship between the pattern of urban growth and the pressure placed on water systems. When settlements expand without effective planning, development can reach sensitive areas such as wetlands and catchments. These landscapes perform important functions in storing, filtering and releasing water. When they are degraded, the natural processes that support water availability are weakened. At the same time, extending piped water infrastructure to scattered communities can become more difficult and expensive.

By contrast, growth guided by clear plans, the protection of natural areas and timely infrastructure investment offers a stronger basis for managing demand. The research therefore presents urban planning and water security as closely connected responsibilities. Decisions about housing, roads and commercial development cannot be considered separately from the resources needed to sustain the people who live and work in those places.

*Prof. Julius Kikooma, Director, Directorate of Graduate Training*

Dr. Mugabe also emphasised that water scarcity cannot be solved by infrastructure alone. The challenge involves governance, public behaviour and coordination among institutions that may otherwise plan and operate independently. Engineers, physical planners, local leaders, communities and researchers need to work with shared evidence if their decisions are to reinforce rather than undermine one another.

That message was given a human dimension through the experiences of communities consulted during data collection. Dr. Mugabe acknowledged the residents who shared their perspectives with the research team, including people who travel long distances or pay high prices to obtain water. Their experiences, he noted, helped the researchers understand the everyday consequences of water insecurity in ways that statistics alone cannot fully convey. Behind every figure on demand or supply are households and individuals whose routines, finances and wellbeing are affected by access to water.

Taking the Findings Beyond the University

The discussion that followed the presentation reflected the broad reach of the issue. Participants considered the role of wetlands in protecting water sources, the need to enforce planning regulations and the importance of involving communities early in decisions that affect their surroundings. They also explored whether the model could be adapted for other fast-growing towns and cities in Uganda, where urbanisation may create similar pressures on land and water resources.

Several contributors stressed that research findings should be communicated in accessible language, particularly to local leaders and community groups. A model can help inform technical decisions, but its impact is likely to be greater when the people affected by planning choices can also understand the evidence and use it in their own discussions. Participants further encouraged the research team to keep the model updated as new information becomes available. Because cities change rapidly, a planning tool must be able to reflect changing populations, land use and demand if it is to remain useful.

The discussion was moderated by Prof. William Tayeebwa, who guided the discussion and encouraged participants to engage with the findings from their different areas of experience. The questions and reflections reinforced the importance of treating water security as a shared metropolitan concern rather than the responsibility of a single institution or profession.

Speaking on behalf of the Makerere University Research and Innovation Fund, its Engagement officer, Ms. Grace Cherotich Ruto congratulated the research team and reaffirmed the fund’s commitment to supporting research that responds to Uganda’s practical challenges. He encouraged researchers to consider the people who will use their findings from the earliest stages of a project and to plan how the knowledge generated will be communicated and applied. Research, he observed, is most valuable when it moves beyond academic shelves and contributes to policy, services and people’s lives. “Research has its greatest value when the knowledge generated at the university reaches the people and institutions that can use it to improve lives.” Prof. Julius Kikooma, Director, Directorate of Graduate Training stated.

*One of the participants engage in a question/answer session*

The remarks also highlighted the role of graduate training in building research capacity. Prof. Julius Kikooma, Director of the Directorate of Graduate Training, welcomed participants and commended the team for bringing its work to a wider audience. He noted that universities demonstrate their value to society when knowledge developed through research and scholarship informs decisions beyond the campus. Graduate research, including the work of master’s and doctoral students, helps generate and develop ideas that can be tested against real conditions and contribute to practical solutions.

A Shared Responsibility for a Growing City

Representing the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Moses Musinguzi commended the researchers for addressing an issue of national importance. He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to serving the country through knowledge and collaboration, and called on government agencies, local authorities and development partners to draw on the expertise available at the institution. Water, land and urban growth are interconnected, he noted, and the management of rapidly expanding cities must be guided by sound evidence.

For the university, the workshop offered an opportunity to connect research with the institutions and communities that may put its findings to use. The model’s potential depends not only on its technical capacity, but also on whether planners and decision makers can incorporate its insights into the choices they make. Continued engagement between researchers and end users will therefore be important as the work develops.

In her address, Chief Guest Hon. Hajjat Minsa Kabanda thanked Makerere University for convening the workshop and recognised the contribution of its scholars to national development. She described the growth of Kampala and the surrounding metropolitan area as both an opportunity and a responsibility. As the country’s economic heart and home to millions of people, the city needs reliable services, including access to clean and safe water. The challenge is to ensure that expansion does not outpace the systems and natural resources required to sustain it.

“Kampala’s water challenges extend beyond administrative boundaries, so our response must be built on cooperation, shared evidence and responsible planning.” Hon. Hajjat Minsa Kabanda emphasized.

*Chief Guest Hon. Hajjat Minsa Kabanda receiving souvenir gifts from Prof. Musinguzi*

Hon. Kabanda said that the UREMWAS model could help government make better-informed decisions about the direction of urban growth, the protection of natural resources and the location of water infrastructure investment. She also pointed out that the metropolitan area extends beyond the administrative boundaries of Kampala itself. Water and land pressures do not stop at those boundaries, making coordination among the ministry, Kampala Capital City Authority, neighbouring local governments, water utilities and researchers essential.

The Minister assured the university that her ministry would study the findings and consider how they could inform its planning work. She encouraged the research team to maintain a close relationship with policymakers so that the model can remain relevant to decisions as the metropolitan area changes. She also called on citizens to protect wetlands, use water responsibly and observe planning guidelines, stressing that the future of the city will be shaped by the actions of both public institutions and residents.

Turning Research into Public Action

Her remarks underscored the role universities can play as partners in public decision making. By bringing together research expertise, emerging talent and the freedom to examine difficult questions, institutions of higher learning can help government understand complex challenges and consider options grounded in evidence. She congratulated Makerere on its research tradition and encouraged it to continue producing work that responds to the needs of the country.

The workshop closed with a shared recognition that disseminating the findings is a starting point rather than an end in itself. The research team and its partners expressed the need to continue engaging government and other stakeholders, share the results more widely with local leaders and communities, and refine the model as further data becomes available. These next steps will help determine how effectively the research can support planning in Greater Kampala and whether its approach can be useful in other urban areas.

The timing of the work is significant. Decisions made now about land use, housing, drainage and water infrastructure will influence the shape of Greater Kampala for years to come. Once wetlands have been damaged, settlements established in unsuitable locations or infrastructure built without adequate coordination, correcting the consequences can be difficult and costly. A model that allows decision makers to explore possible outcomes in advance offers an opportunity to identify risks earlier and weigh development choices more carefully.

For residents, the stakes are tangible. Reliable water affects household routines, public health, livelihoods and the ability of businesses and institutions to operate. Protecting the resources that sustain supply is therefore not separate from the wider ambition to build a productive and liveable city. The challenge is to ensure that urban growth improves people’s lives without weakening the environmental systems on which those lives depend.

Participants in a group photo after the event.

By bringing researchers and decision makers into the same conversation, Makerere’s UREMWAS dissemination workshop demonstrated how university research can contribute to a shared understanding of a public problem. The work does not remove the difficult choices facing the metropolitan area, but it offers a way to examine those choices with a clearer view of their possible consequences. As Greater Kampala continues to grow, the task ahead will be to turn that evidence into coordinated planning, responsible development and sustained protection of water resources.

The gathering marked a step in moving the UREMWAS findings from a research project into wider public and policy discussion. The central message was clear: the future of Greater Kampala’s water security will depend not only on how much water can be supplied, but also on how the city grows, how its natural systems are protected and how well the institutions responsible for its future work together.