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Mak and Earth University discuss continued collaboration

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9 years ago

July 17, 2017

Provost of Earth University, Prof. Daniel Sherrard(Centre) on his left, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe together with officials from Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM)

On 13^th July 2017, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration), Professor Barnabas Nawangwe hosted the Provost of Earth University in Costa Rica, Prof. Daniel Sherrard to discuss opportunities for continued collaboration among Universities as well as sustainable development in Africa.

Dr. Sherrard is conducting a series of learning visits in Universities in Africa supported by the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM), a consortium of 66 African universities operating within 26 countries spanning the African continent. Makerere University is one of the Member Universities and also hosts RUFORUM Secretariat.

According to Prof. Nawangwe, Makerere University and Earth University have collaborated for more than 20 years. The Earth University is renowned for its expertise on experiential learning methods particularly in agriculture. Makerere University a renowned hub for research and innovations not only hosts the RUFORUM Secretariat, but also runs the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) with over 100 research partnerships that provide a platform for innovative teaching, learning, research and services responsive to national and global needs.

Thus continued collaboration between both universities is in line with solidifying the internationalization of higher education and strengthening capacity in agriculture, sustainable development, experience-based education and community engagement.

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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59 minutes ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

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

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

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1 hour 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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6 days 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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