The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications for the Bachelor of Arts in Social Development degree programme for Day and Evening tenable at Nsamizi Training Institute of Social Development (Mpigi) for the 2018/2019Academic year. Nsamizi Training Institute of Social Development is affiliated to MakerereUniversity.
Admission Requirements:
Each applicant should either:
Have a Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a minimum of 5 Passes, or its equivalent and at least two Principal Passes at A’Level (UACE) obtained at the same sitting. (For the Day Programme only candidates who sat A’Level in 2017, 2016 and 2015 are eligible to apply). For the Evening programme, candidates are not restricted on the year of sitting A’Level.
OR
Hold at least a Second Class/Credit (or equivalent classification) Diploma from a recognized Institution. Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding Institutions and one Passport size photography MUST be submitted to Office 315 Level three (3) Senate Building OR Nsamizi Training Institute of Social Development (Mpigi), P.O. Box 149, Mpigi, Tel. No.0772623502/ 0706741519/ 0772469091/ 0701309003 after applying online.
Be a graduate from a recognized chartered University. Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding Institutions and one Passport size photography MUST be submitted to office 315, Level three (3) Senate Building or Nsamizi Training Institute of Social Development (Mpigi), P.O. Box 149, Mpigi, Tel. No.0772623502/ 0706741519/ 0772469091/ 0701309003 after applying online.
Note that:
(i) Candidates whose Ordinary and Advanced level results are of Grades “Y”, “ Z”, “7”, “9” and those with less than 5 Passes at O’Level need not apply because they are not eligible for admission, and;
(ii)Candidates who hold 3rd Class or Pass Diplomas need not apply.
The programme will be offered during the Day and Evening. SOD and SOE are the programme Codes for Day and Evening respectively.
Fees Structure
Tuition fees – Shs.700,000/= Per Semester
Functional fees (payable in Semester I) – Shs.495,000/= Per Annum
National Council for Higher Education fees – Shs.20,000/= Per Annum
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY ONLINE APPLICATON PORTAL USER GUIDE
Signup using full name, e-mail and Mobile No. Please note that your name must be similar to the one on your supporting academic documents for your application to be considered valid. If you changed your names please go to Senate Building Office 301 with an affidavit supporting the name change.
A password will be sent to both your e-mail and mobile number.
The system will prompt you to change the password to the one you can easily remember.
To fill a form the applicant clicks on the APPLY NOW button displayed on the running scheme.
Obtain a payment advice slip by clicking on “Pay for Form” button
Make a payment of a non refundable application fees of Shs.50,000/= or $75 for International plus Bank charges at any of the following Banks:
Stanbic Bank
Post Bank
Centenary Bank
dfcu Bank
The closing date for applying will be Friday 29th June, 2018.
WARNING:
Applicants are strongly warned against presenting forged or other people's academic documents to support their applications for admission. The consequences, if discovered are very grave indeed.
Do not use any other documents not originating from the Academic Registrar's Office. Those who buy and use them do so at their own risk.
The Academic Registrar has not appointed any agents to act on his behalf to solicit for additional funds other than the application fees stated above.
The University has made arrangements to assist applicants who may need help to be able to apply online at Senate Building and Senior Common Room (Main Building). Be aware of Conmen and Women.
The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Diploma holders admitted under the Government Sponsorship Scheme for the Academic Year 2025/2026.
Under the Diploma Holders Government Sponsorship Scheme admission does not exceed 5% of the intake capacity to the respective Degree Programme.
The list can be accessed by following the link below:
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Emmanuel Akandwanaho, a Bachelor of Science in Land Economics (BSLE) graduate from Makerere University’s Class of 2022, has been selected to join the Schwarzman Scholars Class of 2026. He will pursue a fully funded, one-year Master’s degree in Global Affairs at Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University, in Beijing, China.
Emmanuel makes history as the first undergraduate alumnus from Makerere University and the second Ugandan to be awarded the Schwarzman Scholarship, one of the world’s most competitive and globally renowned graduate fellowships. The Schwarzman Scholars Program was founded in 2015 by Stephen A. Schwarzman, Co-founder and CEO of Blackstone, to equip the next generation of leaders with a deep understanding of China’s role in global trends. Each year, 150 exceptional young leaders from across the world are selected for their academic excellence, leadership potential, and commitment to building a better future.
About Emmanuel Akandwanaho
Emmanuel studied Land Economics from 2017 to 2022 and graduated with Second Class Upper Honours. Throughout his time at Makerere, he was deeply involved in student leadership and campus initiatives that shaped his personal and professional growth. He served as Class Representative for five consecutive years, Speaker of the Makerere Association of Surveying Students, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission at the College of Engineering, Design, Art, and Technology (CEDAT), and Student Representative on the 31st Governing Council of the Institution of Surveyors of Uganda.
Recognizing a gap in communication and personal development on campus, Emmanuel founded the Makerere Gavel Club in 2019, an affiliate of Toastmasters International to improve student’s public speaking skills. The club has since helped students build confidence, become effective communicators, and develop leadership skills. The club continues to thrive as a leading platform for personal and professional development, nurturing confident communicators and emerging leaders. Today, the club is one of the most active student-led platforms on campus, having trained over 200 students since its inception.
Emmanuel Akandwanaho, BSLE’22 Alumnus.
Outside leadership, Emmanuel’s curiosity led him into entrepreneurship. He co-founded a startup aimed at improving student access to accommodation by helping them search and book hostels online. The project won Best Student Project at the 2019 International Engineering Students’ Conference at the University of Nairobi, and later received regional recognition, winning Best East African PropTech Startup at the 2021 Africa PropTech Competition.
Reflecting on his journey, Emmanuel shares:
“I saw my time at Makerere as more than just academics—it was an opportunity to grow, lead, and solve real-world problems. From my first year, I threw myself into leadership roles that stretched me and helped me discover what I was capable of. These experiences laid the foundation for my Schwarzman Scholarship journey.”
After graduating, Emmanuel explored a range of professional interests. He worked with a microfinance institution, volunteered with the International Institute of Rural Reconstruction on land governance projects, and served as Partnerships and Community Lead at Hindsight Ventures, supporting African tech startups. He also authored a policy paper on the role of public venture funds in financing startups.
“I’ve never seen myself as just one thing. My education in Land Economics was foundational, but I’ve always asked myself: what problems do I want to solve? That question has guided me into new spaces—policy, entrepreneurship, technology—all connected by a deep desire to contribute meaningfully to Africa’s future.”
Now preparing for Schwarzman College, Emmanuel is eager to explore China-Africa policy relations, understand China’s urbanization and infrastructure development, and experience Mandarin language immersion and cultural exchange. He is especially interested in exploring how China has managed its rapid urbanization and lifted hundreds of millions out of poverty—areas that resonate with Uganda’s own developmental challenges.
“What excites me most about Schwarzman is its holistic approach. You don’t just study; you engage. You travel across China, study Mandarin, explore cities, and collaborate with some of the most brilliant minds from over 40 countries. It’s the perfect place for someone like me—curious, ambitious, and eager to make sense of the world.”
He also sees this experience as an opportunity to build a truly global network.
“You live and study with 149 other scholars; engineers, doctors, entrepreneurs, diplomats, all passionate about changing the world in different ways. These are the people I’ll learn from, collaborate with, and build lifelong friendships with. That, to me, is priceless.”
Emmanuel encourages other Makerere students to consider applying:
“If you’re a final-year student or recent graduate and you’re curious about the world, the Schwarzman Scholars program is worth exploring. My leadership experience at Makerere played a crucial role in my application. Applications for the next cohort are already open, and I would love to see more Ugandans and Makerereans apply. We need more African voices in global conversations.”