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2017 DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarships for Postgraduates, Eastern Africa: Public Health and Integrated Watershed Management Programmes

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9 years ago

January 13, 2017

Mark Wamai

The School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences (CHS), Mulago Campus, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in collaboration with the Directorate of Research and Graduate Training (DRGT), Makerere University is once again offering up to to 4 Masters (Integrated Watershed Management), up to 6 Masters (Public Health) and up to 3PhD (Public Health) for the 2017 intake. These scholarships are tenable at Makerere University.

Please see Downloads for General application and specific requirements.

Selection of candidates
A panel constituted by DRGT will screen, rank, pre-select and short-list one and a half (1.5) times the number of candidates as the offer (i.e. 6, 9 and 5 for MSc. IWM, MPH and PhD in Public Health candidates, respectively). Shortlisted candidates will be guided by DRGT to log onto a DAAD web portal, register themselves and submit an application to DAAD. DAAD reserves the right of final selection. Shortlist will be based on the quality of the applications, gender balance and the rule that one third of the applicants shall be from another institution and/or country.

Equal opportunities:
Female candidates and candidates from less privileged regions or groups as well as candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Applications accompanied by a curriculum vitae and the required documents (see Downloads for Scholars' Information Sheet) should be submitted in soft and hard copies to

Ms. Grace Akol,
Research and Publications Office,
Directorate of Research and Graduate Training (DRGT),
Lincoln Flat B5
Makerere University.
Email: conference[at]rgt.mak.ac.ug

Deadline for all submisions is Friday 10th February, 2017 by 5.00 pm.

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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2 days 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

See downloads for details

2026 For Youth, By Youth Application Flyer_Part1 Download

2026 For Youth, By Youth Application Flyer_Part2 Download

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

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2 days 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.

Makerere-Advert-for-Graduate-Programmes-2026-2027 Download

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