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October 2010 events

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14 years ago

January 25, 2011

October 2010

24th – 29th October 2010: Vice Chancellor in China

The Vice Chancellor Prof. Venansius Baryamureeba and other members of management and staff visited Xiangtan University of the People’s Republic of China where they signed an agreement of cooperation to enhance education and research in academic fields of interest between Uganda and China. The activities shall include exchange of faculty members and researchers, exchange of students, conducting joint research, holding lectures and symposia, exchange of information and academic publications, work placements in China and administrative staff exchange to promote greater knowledge and understanding of the operation in both universities.

25th – 27th October 2010: Nile Basin Research Conference II

Mak hosted the Nile Basin Research Programme’s second Conference under the theme – “Collaboration in the Nile Basin: The way forward”. This is sought to bring regional collaboration as it contributes to informing the process on how to share the resources of the great Nile River by the ten Nile Basin countries, by producing an evidence based knowledge bank through research, writing and dissemination. The conference was held at Speke Resort Munyonyo

21st – 23rd October 2010: Stakeholders’ Retreat

During the retreat, the university stakeholders tackled issues on university research, administration and financial reforms.

20th October 2010: International Conference on the Reintegration of abducted Girls.

This conference was aimed at disseminating information gathered from a NUFU funded project; The Reintegration of Female Child Soldiers in Northern Uganda. The Norwegian Ambassador H.E. Thorbjørn Gaustadsæther also used the opportunity to launch the book that has been produced from the research finding entitled Culture, Religion and the Reintegration of Female Soldiers in Northern Uganda, a book edited by Bard Maeland, the Rector School of Mission and Theology in Norway. This project is directly under the Department of Religious Studies Makerere University and The School of Mission and Theology in Norway.

20th October 2010: VC meeting with IMF Officials

This meeting was held at the Imperial Resort, Entebbe

20th October 2010: VC meeting with KPMG Consultants

19th October 2010: Luncheon with Nation Media Group

As a long term Business Partner of Monitor Publications, the Vice Chancellor Prof. Venansius Barymureeba attended a luncheon in honour of the lisitng of its shares on the Uganda Securities Exchange.

15th October 2010: Launch of the2nd Cohort UNESCO/MAK Partnership Distance Education Sector Planning for Anglophone Africa

Mak was selected by the UNESCO International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP) to host its Distance Education Programme on Education Sector Planning. The Launch took place at the Makerere University Guest House Gardens.

9th October 2010: 10th Sheffield International Conference

The Department of Radiology in conjunction with Uganda Society for Advancement of Radiology and Imaging (USOFARI) organized an international conference, 180 participants turned up, 150 from Uganda and the rest from Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zambia, Nigeria, UK and the USA. It took place at the Department of Food Science and Technology. It was preceded by a pre-conference refresher course on Ultrasound on the 8th October 2010. Objectives of the conference were; To promote the standards of Radiology and Imaging in Uganda, To provide continuous professional development for Makerere alumni and other health professions, To expose the participants to State of the art imaging techniques, To develop partnerships with other Universities and To familiarize the members with the planned Health Insurance (HI) scheme of the Government of Uganda.

8th October 2010: SGS Orientation Week

The Makerere University School of Graduate Studies is organizing an orientation week for new Graduate Students for the 2010/2011 academic year at the Faculty of Computing & IT under the theme: A Vibrant and Informed Graduate Student. Issues discussed included Regulations governing graduate training, how you can network as a graduate student and Gender issues

6th October 2010: VC’s visit to Nyabyeya Forestry College

Nyabyeya Forestry College is found in Masindi and directly under the Faculty of Forestry and Nature Conservation. This facility is usually used by the forestry students in the ten week recess term. Nyabyeya Forestry College is home to the Modern Biomass Technology power generating plant, capable of producing 150kilo-watts of electricity through gasification of wood chips.

4th October 2010: VC meeting with British Council team

The VC met the British Council team and issues concerning the “Go Green” campaign and how to stir it into action were discussed. Also discussed was how British Council can partner with Makerere especially on issues concerning research and capacity building.

4th October 2010: 10th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

The 10th monthly media briefing featured the Faculty of Science and the School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences. The Vice Chancellor made presentations on Makerere University’s partnerships with the private sector to; acquire laptops at subsidized prices for students and staff, and with Orange (U) Limited to provide cheap internet services to staff and students through subsidized 3G USB modems. The Rehabilitation, Expansion and Equipping of Public Universities and other Selected Tertiary Institutions by the Government (after a feasibility study) was also discussed by the Vice Chancellor.

October 2010

24th – 29th October 2010: Vice Chancellor in China

21st – 23rd October 2010: Stakeholders’ Retreat

During the retreat, the university stakeholders tackled issues on university research, administration and financial reforms.

20th October 2010: International Conference on the Reintegration of abducted Girls.

20th October 2010: VC meeting with IMF Officials

This meeting was held at the Imperial Resort, Entebbe

20th October 2010: VC meeting with KPMG Consultants

19th October 2010: Luncheon with Nation Media Group

As a long term Business Partner of Monitor Publications, the Vice Chancellor Prof. Venansius Barymureeba attended a luncheon in honour of the lisitng of its shares on the Uganda Securities Exchange.

15th October 2010: Launch of the2nd Cohort UNESCO/MAK Partnership Distance Education Sector Planning for Anglophone Africa

9th October 2010: 10th Sheffield International Conference

8th October 2010: SGS Orientation Week

6th October 2010: VC’s visit to Nyabyeya Forestry College

4th October 2010: 10th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

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Applications for Admission to Undergraduate Programmes 2025/26 AY

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2 days ago

April 17, 2025

Mak Editor

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, and international applicants for the undergraduate programmes under the private sponsorship scheme for the 2025/2026 Academic Year for ‘A’ Level Leavers Only.

Each applicant should:

Have the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least five (5) passes, or its equivalent and at least two (2) principal passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting. For day programmes only candidates who sat A’ Level in 2024, 2023 and 2022 are eligible to apply. For evening, afternoon, and external programmes, a candidate is not restricted on the year of sitting A’ Level. Detailed information on the weighting system can be accessed by following this link.

Other relevant information can be obtained from UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE, LEVEL 3, SENATE BUILDING OR CAN BE found on the University Website https://www.mak.ac.ug. Effective Wednesday 16^th April 2025.

A non-refundable application fee of shs.50,000/= for Ugandans, East African and S. Sudan applicants or $75 or equivalent for internationals plus bank charges should be paid in any of the banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority.

Candidates who hold grades X, Y, Z, 7 and 9 of ‘O’Level results should not apply because they are not eligible for admission. Below are the availble courses including respective fees structure.

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How to submit your application

Applicants should access the Institution’s Admissions URL https://apply.mak.ac.ug/
Sign up by clicking on the REGISTER NOW. Use your full name, e-mail and Mobile No. Please note that your name must be similar to the one on your supporting academic documents for your application to be considered valid.
A password will be sent to you on your mobile phone and email.
The system will prompt you to change the password to the one you can easily remember.
To fill an application form, click on the APPLY NOW button displayed on the appropriate running scheme.
Obtain a payment reference number by clicking on “Pay for Form” Button
Make a payment at any of the banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority

MOBILE MONEY PAYMENT STEPS:

Dial *272*6# on either MTN or Airtel
Select option 3-Admission
Select option 3-Pay Fees
Enter reference number obtained from Application portal
Details of Application form will be confirmed
Enter PIN to confirm payment

The closing date for receiving applications to undergraduate programmes shall be Tuesday 20^th May 2025.

WARNING:

Applicants are strongly warned against presenting forged or other people’s academic documents to support their applications for admission. The consequences, if discovered, are very grave indeed.
Do not buy any other documents not originating from the Academic Registrar’s Office. Those who buy them do so at their own risk.
The Academic Registrar has not appointed any agent to act on his behalf to solicit for additional funds other than the application fee stated above.
Applicants are advised to use the right programme names and codes. the university will not be responsible for any wrong information entered in the system by applicants.

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

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Embrace the Safeguarding Policy- Makerere Jinja Campus Students urged

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3 days ago

April 15, 2025

Carol Kasujja Adii

Makerere University Jinja Campus safeguarding policy sensitization meeting for students, staff and stakeholders by the Office of the Dean of Students, 15th April 2025 at the Civil Service College, Jinja, Uganda, East Africa.

The Director of Makerere University Jinja Campus, Associate Professor Ronald Kakungulu-Mayambala, has urged students to familiarise themselves with the Safeguarding policy aimed at creating a safer and more inclusive learning environment.

Speaking during the safeguarding policy sensitization meeting held today Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at the Civil Service College, Jinja, Prof. Kakungulu-Mayambala, emphasized the importance of awareness and adherence to the policy, which seeks to protect students, staff, and other stakeholders from all forms of abuse, harassment, exploitation, and discrimination.

“As Management we want every student to enjoy their stay at the University without being tormented and that can only happen, if students know their rights by reading about different policies on our website. You are meant to be living in a safe environment. We do not want anybody’s dream to be shattered or somebody to drop out from University,” Prof. Kakungulu-Mayambala, said.

Prof. Ronald Kakungulu-Mayambala, the Director Makerere University Jinja Campus. Makerere University Jinja Campus safeguarding policy sensitization meeting for students, staff and stakeholders by the Office of the Dean of Students, 15th April 2025 at the Civil Service College, Jinja, Uganda, East Africa. — ***Prof. Ronald Kakungulu-Mayambala, the Director Makerere University Jinja Campus.***

In his speech, Prof. Kakungulu-Mayambala, also called upon students who have complaints but do not know the reporting lines, to approach staff safeguarding champions to make sure that they live in a safe environment.

Addressing guests, Emmanuel Muchake, the Guild Administrator at Jinja Campus, pointed out that the launch of the safeguarding policy is timely because as a University, without creating a conducive environment for teaching and learning, they will not have students graduate.

On Friday, April 4,2025, the Third Deputy Prime Minister and Minister without Portfolio, Right Honourable Lukia Isanga Nakadama, officially launched the Safeguarding Policy and commended Makerere University for crafting a policy that lays out the University’s framework for embedding viable safeguarding measures into its ethos and all institutional activities and processes to: Identify, detect, and act swiftly on safeguarding risks.

The Safeguarding Policy was developed in response to the growing need for institutions of higher learning to implement proactive measures that address concerns related to student welfare, mental health, gender-based violence, and power imbalances in academic settings.

Mr. Emmanuel Muchake addressing guests. Makerere University Jinja Campus safeguarding policy sensitization meeting for students, staff and stakeholders by the Office of the Dean of Students, 15th April 2025 at the Civil Service College, Jinja, Uganda, East Africa. — ***Mr. Emmanuel Muchake addressing guests.***

Some of potential safeguarding risks in Institutions of higher learning include emotional distress, Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH); material loss, financial exploitation, discrimination and neglect, unfair and illegitimate response to civic engagements, cyber security/threats, psychological and emotional harm, substance abuse and physical assault. Discrimination and neglect which are often high risks for students with disabilities and international students.

The safeguarding policy sensitization meeting in Jinja Campus brought together students and staff in a meaningful dialogue on safeguarding issues affecting learning.

The event was graced by Dr. Rodney Rugyema, from the Dean of Students Office, who emphasized the University’s commitment to the well-being of all its members. In his remarks, he highlighted the importance of safeguarding policies in preventing abuse, harassment, exploitation, and other forms of misconduct within the Jinja Campus community.

“Safeguarding is not a one-time action, but a continuous culture of care and accountability. We all have a role to play in ensuring a safe and respectful space for learning and growth,” Dr Rugyema, said.

Dr. Rodney Rugyema (Left) and Prof. Ronald Kakungulu-Mayambala (Right) during the sensitization. Makerere University Jinja Campus safeguarding policy sensitization meeting for students, staff and stakeholders by the Office of the Dean of Students, 15th April 2025 at the Civil Service College, Jinja, Uganda, East Africa. — ***Dr. Rodney Rugyema (Left) and Prof. Ronald Kakungulu-Mayambala (Right) during the sensitization.***

The sensitization session covered key topics including; recognizing signs of abuse, understanding reporting procedures on the MakSafeSpace and fostering mutual respect among peers.

Participants were encouraged to actively engage and reflect on their roles in upholding safety standards both on and off campus.

Students who attended the sensitization welcomed the initiative, with many expressing optimism that the policy would improve campus safety and encourage victims to come forward without fear of retaliation.

“We have seen issues go unreported in the past because students didn’t know where to turn. This policy provides clarity and assurance that the university is taking these matters seriously,” noted, a third-year student.

The University plans to conduct a series of sensitization workshops and distribute printed copies of the policy to ensure that every member of the campus community is well-informed. This initiative is part of Makerere University‘s broader strategy to reinforce its values of integrity, respect, and protection for all.

The Safeguarding Sensitization Meeting concluded with a collective pledge to uphold safety, dignity, and mutual respect within the University community.