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DRGT-US Partners PhD Cross-Cutting Course: Research Methods & Data Analysis using SAS

Published

9 years ago

May 31, 2017

Mark Wamai

University Road, Makerere University Main Campus, Kampala Uganda

The Directorate of Research and Graduate Training (DRGT) in conjunction with the USA partners and Carnegie African Diaspora fellows are organizing training in Research Methods (Quantitative and Qualitative methods) and Data analysis using SAS. The training will run from 12th to 23rd June 2017, 8:30am to 4pm each day. The trainers expect 20 participants, and they will be considered on first-come basis.

This will be a hands-on training involving both theoretical and practical sessions. All participants are therefore required to have laptops, and to download and install free SAS software from Internet before the training starts.

Information about the software to be installed on the participants’ computers can be found at the following link:
https://www.sas.com/en_us/software/university-edition.html

The requirements for the software can be found by scrolling down the previous website or directly by going to the following link:
https://www.sas.com/en_us/software/university-edition.html#m=system-requirements

The venue for the training will be communicated to the shortlisted applicants.

Interested PhD students should submit a one-page application to Ms. Grace Akol in B5, Lincoln Flats, or send an e-mail to akolg[at]rgt.mak.ac.ug.

Closing date is June 7, 2017.

For further information contact Deputy Director, DRGT on Tel. +256-772-443658 or owinyd[at]gmail.com / dowiny[at]covab.mak.ac.ug.

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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6 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

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

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6 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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2 weeks 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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