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Mak Positions of DVCAA and DVCFA

Published

8 years ago

September 24, 2018

Mark Wamai

The School of Social Sciences (foreground) and Main Building (background) as seen from Senate Building, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda

Makerere University is currently governed by the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001, of the Republic of Uganda (as amended). We are seeking applications from suitably qualified Ugandans to take up the positions of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) and Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration). As members of the University Executive, reporting t othe Vice Chancellor, both Deputy Vice Chancellors are expected through influence and example to help develop, lead and promote the University’s strategic vision and to position Makerere University for the challenges of the next decade. These are senior leadership positions in one of the most reputable institutions of higher learning in Africa.

1. POST: DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (ACADEMIC AFFAIRS)

Role:

The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) shall be responsible for the Academic Affairs of the University. He or She will, in the absence of the Vice Chancellor, perform the functions of the Vice Chancellor and such other functions as may be delegated to him or her by the Vice Chancellor and University Council.

2. POST: DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION)

Role:

The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Finance and Administration) will report to and assist the Vice Chancellor in the performance of his or her functions and in that regard shall oversee the finances and administration of the University and be responsible for the strategic direction, planning and development of the University.

Please see Downloads for detailed requirements

Sealed applications should be forwarded under confidential cover and reach the Office of the Academic Registrar not later than 5:00PM, East African Time of Monday, 15th October 2018

Applications sent by electronic media (email) to dvcsearch2018[at]acadreg.mak.ac.ug will also be accepted, provided the application has been duly signed and scanned.

Incomplete applications and or applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.

For inquiries, please call the Office of the Academic Registrar on +256-414-534343/530231-2

Education

Special University Entry Examinations for the Diploma in Performing Arts 2026/27

Published

2 days ago

April 28, 2026

Mak Editor

Students from the Department of Performing Arts on 4th April 2025.

The Academic Registrar Makerere University invites applications for the Special University Entry Examinations for admission to the Diploma in Performing Arts.

The examination will take place on Saturday 16^th May, 2026.

Application process is online for those intending to sit the examination. Kindly note that there is payment of a non-refundable application fee of Shs. 110,000/- excluding bank charges in any (Stanbic Bank, Dfcu Post Bank, UBA and Centenary Bank). After filling the online application, you will be provided with 2 Past Papers.

To be eligible to sit the examinations, the candidate must possess an O’ Level Certificate (UCE) with at least 5 Passes.

The deadline for receiving the online applications is Tuesday 12^th May 2026.

How to Apply

Application is online for ALL applicants.
Other relevant information can be obtained from Undergraduate Mature Age Office, Level 5, Room 505, Senate Building, Makerere University or can be accessed from https://see.mak.ac.ug
A non refundable application fee of Shs. 110,000= for Ugandans, East Africans Applicants (Including S. Sudan & DRC) OR US $ 75 or equivalent for international applicants plus bank charges should be paid in any of the banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority.
Apply through the application portal https://see.mak.ac.ug

Please see download below for the application portal user guide.

Diploma-Performing-Arts-2026-2027 Download

Further inquiries may be sent to email: see@mak.ac.ug

Prof. Mukadasi Buyinza
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

General

Diploma Holders Admission Lists under Government Sponsorship for 2026/2027 AY

Published

3 days ago

April 28, 2026

Mak Editor

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released lists of Diploma holders admitted under the Government Sponsorship Scheme for the Academic Year 2026/2027.

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:

Makerere-University-Diploma-Holders-Government-Sponsorship-2026-2027 Download

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Mature Age Examination Results for 2026/2027 Academic Year

Published

3 days ago

April 27, 2026

Mak Editor

The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme Examinations held on Saturday 13^thDecember 2025.

Candidates who scored a minimum of 50% passed and have been recommended by the Pre-Entry & Mature Age Committee to the University’s Admissions Committee for consideration.

The Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027 can be accessed by following this link.

Please follow the link below for the list:

Makerere_University_Mature-Age-Entry-Composite Results-2026-2027 Download