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Mobility Scholarships to Finland and South Africa For PHD/LLD HUMAN RIGHTS Doctoral Research

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8 years ago

March 12, 2018

Main Building, Makerere University. Photo taken on 12th June 2015.

In partnership with: the Institute for Human Rights at Åbo Akademi University; Centre for Human Rights at the University of Pretoria; School of Law at Addis Ababa University; and School of Law Nairobi University, the School of Law, Makerere University is implementing a regional project called Strengthening Human Rights Research and Education in Sub-Saharan Africa (SHUREA). SHUREA is a Finnish Government funded project aimed at strengthening policy relevant human rights research at the member institutions

With financial support from SHUREA project, the School of Law, Makerere University gives two mobility scholarships for PhD/LLD candidates doing human rights doctoral research. These scholarships support the beneficiaries to spend up-to 4 months (From August-December) at either Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria (South Africa) or the Institute for Human Rights at Åbo Akademi University (Finland). The Scholarships cover travel costs, visa costs, health insurance, residence permit costs, accommodation and living allowance.

This is a call for applications for those interested in these scholarships. Applicants must be registered LLD/PhD candidates at Makerere University doing human rights doctoral research.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should submit the following documents to the office of the Deputy Principal, School of Law, Makerere University or by email to rnaluwairo@law.mak.ac.ug/naluwairo1@gmail.com. Copy to jnankinga@law.mak.ac.ug

A motivation letter of not more one page
A short bio of not more than 1000 words
Summary concept note of not more than 2 pages of the doctoral research indicating the topic, the problem, the objectives, research questions and methodology
Proposed work-plan for the 4 months
Recommendation from the supervisor

Deadline for receipt of applications: Thursday 15th March 2018.

Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by Thursday 22nd March 2018, consider yourself unsuccessful.

For any inquiries, call Dr. Ronald Naluwairo on 0772 636345

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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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