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DVCAA Tours CEES Lira Learning Centre, Popularises ODeL

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8 years ago

January 11, 2018

Mark Wamai

DVCAA-Dr. Ernest Okello Ogwang (4th L) with L-R: Mr. Deo Ibanda-CEES Procurement Officer, Mr. Joshua Bateze-DELP Project Office, Dep. Principal CEES-Dr. Paul Muyinda Birevu, CAO Lira-Mr. Mark Tivu, National Coordinator Center for Lifelong Learning-Ms. Rose Atugonza, Dean SoDLL CEES-Dr. Alex Okot and Mr. Ayile Lads-CEES Lira afer a tour of the College Premises, 11th January 2018, Lira Uganda. The DVCAA featured on Q FM Lira to popularise Makerere's ODeL programs

The Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs (DVCAA) Dr. Ernest Okello Ogwang on 11th January 2018 visited Lira District where he met with the LC 5 Chairman Mr. Jude Okello, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)-Mr. Mark Tivu, the National Coordinator, Centre for Lifelong Learning-Ms. Rose Atugonza among other officials.

R-L: Lira LC 5 Chairman-Mr. Jude Okello, DVCAA-Dr. Ernest Okello Ogwang, Ms. Rose Atugonza, Dr. Paul Muyinda Birevu & Mr. Deo Ibanda at the CEES Lira Learning Centre, 11th January 2018

The DVCAA who was accompanied by the Deputy Principal, College of Education and External Studies (CEES)-Dr. Paul Muyinda Birevu, Dean School of Distance and Lifelong Learning (SoDLL)-Dr. Alex Okot and other CEES staff was on a mission to sentise the Lira community about the benefits of Makerere’s Open, Distance and E-Learning (ODeL) programmes.

Dr. Paul Muyinda Birevu (C) takes DVCAA-Dr. Ernest Okello Ogwang (2nd L) and other officials on a tour of the CEES Premises in Lira

While in Lira, the DVCAA will meet other members of the district leadership, students and the community to discuss various issues surrounding the CEES Centre for Lifelong and Distance Learning. He will also be hosted on Q FM in Lira on a program to be aired live from 8:00pm to 9:00pm. So far, the Lira District leadership has warmly welcomed Makerere University’s endeavours to reach out their community.

The CEES Centre for Lifelong and Distance Learning, Lira Uganda

While in Lira, the DVCAA toured the CEES premises, equipment and land, which were acquired by Makerere University on a 49year lease from the District Administration.

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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.

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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

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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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