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MakSPH Short courses in Epidemiology and Biostatistics

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11 years ago

February 19, 2015

Mark Wamai

Dr. Ticora V. Jones-Division Chief, HESN, US Global Devt Lab/USAID listens to student innovators during the RIC4ACE Grants Launch 13th August 2014, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda

The School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University is offering short courses in Epidemiology and Biostatistics to graduates of various disciplines. This is in response to increasing demand for research and analytical skills at places of work and among post graduate students and researchers. Applications are requested for the following courses:

Specific short courses offered are;
a. Applied Biostatistics I,
b. Applied Biostatistics II-Logistic regression,
c. Principles and Practice of Epidemiology and
d. Clinical and Community trials.

Courses Schedule

Applied biostatistics I – 6th to 17th July 2015
Principles and Practice of epidemiology – 6th to 17th July 2015
Applied Biostatistics II – 20th to 31st July 2015
Clinical and Community trials – 20th to 31st July 2015

The deadline for submission of the applications is 30th May 2015

Please see Downloads for details

For application forms and more details please visit the website at:
http://www.musph.ac.ug/index.php/study/navigations/short-courses?layout=edit&id=82
or contact the following at the School of Public Health:

Course administrator,
Ms Max Walusimbi,
Email: mwalusimbi@musph.ac.ug,
Tel: +256-772-449555,

Deputy Coordinator
Dr Victoria Nankabirwa
Email: vnankabirwa@musph.ac,ug,
Tel: +256-755-757-460

The coordinator
Assoc Prof Nazarius Mbona Tumwesigye,
Email: naz@musph.ac.ug
Tel: +256-782-447771

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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1 day ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

For Youth by Youth - Call for Second Cohort Applications. Application Deadline: 20 Feb, 2026.

For Youth, By Youth is a global, youth-led movement committed to fostering conscious leadership and global solidarity as pathways to meaningful and lasting impact. Developed by 36 university students across 18 countries, this movement builds a network of engaged young leaders shaping a more just and equitable world.

BENEFITS

What You’ll Receive:

$2,500 scholarship for community action research
Mentorship & wellness coaching
Training in Storytelling, Responsible AI & Youth-led Participatory Action Research
International conferences & global network
3-Year Journey: Individual → Community → Institutional Transformation

Application Deadline: 20 Feb, 2026

Apply now

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Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027

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1 day ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released Aptitude Test Examination results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme Examinations held on Saturday 13^thDecember 2025.

The Candidates who scored 50% and above in the aptitude test passed the aptitude examination and will have their programme -specific examination paper marked. Those who scored less than 50% failed.

Access the links below for the lists categorised under Science-based and Humanities based programmes respectively:

Please Note:

Candidates who are not satisfied with the results may appeal within two weeks from the release of these results through the application system: https://see.mak.ac.ug

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Call for Applications: Admission to Postgraduate Programmes 2026/2027

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1 week ago

February 4, 2026

Mak Editor

SoL Graduands celebrate after being conferred upon their awards. 75th Graduation Ceremony, Day 1, CoCIS, CEES, CoVAB and School of Law. 13th January 2025, Freedom Square, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications for admission to Graduate Programmes (Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and Doctoral Degree Programmes) for the 2026/2027 Academic Year. Applicants should have obtained at least a first or second class degree (or its equivalent) from a Chartered University at the time of completion. Applicants should also possess a Uganda Certificate of Education (or its equivalent) and a Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (or its equivalent).

Sponsorship:

All Graduate Programmes are PRIVATELY-SPONSORED. Therefore, applicants seeking sponsorship should have their applications endorsed by their respective sponsors where applicable. Applicants should note that the various fees payable to the University indicated for the various programmes EXCLUDE functional fees, accommodation, books, research and other expenses.

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