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The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African, S. Sudan and international applicants for the undergraduate programmes under the private sponsorship scheme for the 2019/2020 Academic year.

Each applicant should:

EITHER

  1. have the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least five passes, or its equivalent and at least two principal passes at Advanced Level (UACE) obtained at the same sitting. (For day programmes only candidates who sat A' level in 2018, 2017 and 2016 are eligible to apply. For evening, afternoon, and external programmes, a candidate is not restricted on the year of sitting A'level. (Detailed weighting system for programmes to be offered by Makerere University for the 2019/2020 Academic Year can be viewed on the undergraduate admissions office noticeboard or Makerere University website; www.mak.ac.ug.

Or

  1. hold at least a Second Class/Credit (or equivalent classification) Diploma or otherwise as specified in the Diploma Holders' Requirements from a recognised chartered institution, relevant to the programme applied for. 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 after applying online. (Details of the Diploma Holders' admission requirements for the 2019/2020 academic year can be viewed on the notice board of the undergraduate Admissions Office or on Makerere University website: www.mak.ac.ug).

Or

(c) be a graduate from a recognised 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 after applying online.

1   COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES (CHS)   2019/2020 ACADEMIC YEAR
  CODE DAY PROGRAMMES Year of study TUITION FEES PER SEMESTER IN UGX. FOR UGANDANS, EAST AFRICANS, S. SUDANESE AND REFUGEES. SEMESTER TUITION FEES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
           
(i) PHA BACHELOR OF PHARMACY 4 Years 1,777,440 2,962,400
(ii) MAM BACHELOR OF MEDICINE AND BACHELOR OF SURGERY 5 Years 1,777,440 2,962,400
(iii) BDS BACHELOR OF DENTAL SURGERY 5 Years 1,777,440 2,962,400
(iv) NUR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING 4 Years 1,777,440 2,962,400
(v) BEH BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCE 3 Years 1,388,625 2,082,938
(vi) BSL BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY 3 Years 1,983,750 4,007,175
(vii) BSB BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 3 Years 2,052,520 4,106,363
(viii) BBI BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,983,750 2,975,625
(ix) BYT BACHELOR OF CYTOTECHNOLOGY 3 Years 1,587,000 3,174,000
(x) BPT BACHELOR OF OPTOMETRY 4 Years 1,983,750 3,306,250
           
2   COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES (CAES)      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) AGR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE 4 Years 1,777,440 2,962,400
(ii) FST BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 4 Years 1,777,440 2,962,400
(iii) AGE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,777,440 2,962,400
(iv) BAM BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURAL LAND USE AND MGT 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(v) AGM BACHELOR OF AGRIBUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,018,325 1,527,488
(vi) HOT BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HORTICULTURE 3 Years 1,296,050 1,944,075
(vii) BAR BACHELOR OF AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL INNOVATION 3 Years 1,851,500 3,740,030
(viii) HUN BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN NUTRITION 3 Years 1,587,000 2,938,595
(ix) BOF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN FORESTRY 4 Years 1,265,000 3,450,000
(x) BGS BACHELOR OF GEOGAPHICAL SCIENCES 3 Years 1,265,000 3,450,000
(xi) BVS BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 3 Years 1,110,900 1,388,625
(xii) BTH BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,265,000 3,450,000
        (RECESS 770,500) Recess (2,254,000)
(xiii) BMT BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN METEOROLOGY 3 Years 1,190,250 1,587,000
(ix) BBP BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOPROCESSING ENGINEERING 4 Years 2,000,000 3,250,000
(x) BWE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN WATER AND IRRIGATION ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,744,000 2,640,000
           
(b)   EXTERNAL PROGRAMME(S)      
(i) BAX BACHELOR OF AGRICULTURAL AND RURAL INNOVATION (EXTERNAL) 4 Years 859,625 2,235,025
           
3   COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, DESIGN, ART AND TECHNOLOGY (CEDAT)      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) CIV BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(ii) ELE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(iii) MEC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(iv) LSG BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN LAND SURVEYING AND GEOMATICS 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(v) ARC BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE 5 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(vi) STE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(vii) SQS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN QUANTITY SURVEYING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(viii) SLE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN LAND ECONOMICS 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(ix) SCM BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(x) CMP BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,653,125 2,671,450
(xi) FIN BACHELOR OF INDUSTRIAL AND FINE ARTS 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(xii) BUP BACHELOR OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING 4 Years 925,750 1,388,625
           
(b)   PARALLEL PROGRAMMES (Classes are conducted during day & afternoon      
(i) CIA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(ii) ELA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(iii) MEA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(iv) LSE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN LAND SURVEYING AND GEOMATICS 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(v) STM BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TELECOMMUNICATION ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(vi) SQA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN QUANTITY SURVEYING 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(vii) SLA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN LAND ECONOMICS 4 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(viii) SCA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,527,488 2,360,663
(ix) CME BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,653,125 2,671,450
           
4   COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES (COBAMS)      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) STA BACHELOR OF STATISTICS 3 Years 1,333,080 4,073,300
(ii) BQE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN QUANTITATIVE ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,388,625 2,443,980
(iii) BPS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN POPULATION STUDIES 3 Years 925,750 2,036,650
(iv) SAS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACTUARIAL SCIENCE 3 Years 1,388,625 3,258,640
(v) BBS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS STATISTICS 3 Years 1,296,050 3,258,640
(vi) ECO BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,388,625 1,944,075
(vii) DEC BACHELOR OF ARTS IN DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,481,200 2,221,800
(viii) COE BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (with options: Accounting, Finance & Banking, Marketing and Insurance) 3 Years 1,481,200 2,221,800
(ix) ADM BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (with options: Procurement, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management and International Business) 3 Years 1,520,875 2,314,375
           
(b)   EVENING PROGRAMMES      
           
(i) ECE BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,388,625 1,944,075
(ii) DEE BACHELOR OF ARTS IN DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,481,200 2,221,800
(iii) CEO BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (with options: Accounting, 3 Years 1,481,200 2,221,800
    Finance & Banking, Marketing and Insurance)      
(iv) ADN BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (with options: 3 Years 1,520,875 2,314,375
    Procurement, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource      
    Management and International Business)      
    Finance & Banking, Marketing and Insurance)      
           
           
5   COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (CHUSS)      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) SOC BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK AND SOCIAL ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(ii) ASS BACHELOR OF ARTS (SOCIAL SCIENCES) 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
(iii) BJC BACHELOR OF JOURNALISM AND COMMUNICATION 4 Years 1,296,050 1,666,350
(iv) ARS BACHELOR OF ARTS (ARTS) 3 Years 833,175 1,249,763
(v) DVS BACHELOR OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
(vi) MUS BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MUSIC 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
(vii) BDF BACHELOR OF ARTS IN DRAMA AND FILM 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
(viii) BCO BACHELOR OF COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGY 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(ix) BIP BACHELOR OF INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(x) DPA DIPLOMA IN PERFORMING ARTS 2 Years 462,875 694,313
           
    EVENING PROGRAMMES      
(i) BJE BACHELOR OF JOURNALISM AND COMMUNICATION 4 Years 1,296,050 1,666,350
(ii) DVE BACHELOR OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
(iii) BEP BACHELOR OF COMMUNITY PSYCHOLOGY 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(iv) BOP BACHELOR OF INDUSTRIAL AND ORGANISATIONAL PSYCH OLOGY 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(v) ASE BACHELOR OF ARTS (SOCIAL SCIENCES) 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
           
6   COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND EXTERNAL STUDIES (CEES)      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) EDA BACHELOR OF ARTS WITH EDUCATION 3 Years 888,720 1,333,080
    BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH EDUCATION  
(ii) EDP – (i) PHYSICAL 3 Years 888,720 1,333,080
(iii) EDB – (ii) BIOLOGICAL 3 Years 888,720 1,333,080
(iv) EEC – (iii) ECONOMICS 3 Years 888,720 1,333,080
(v) BAC BACHELOR OF ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
           
(b)   EVENING PROGRAMME(S)      
(i) BCE BACHELOR OF ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
           
(c )   EXTERNAL PROGRAMMES      
(i) BED BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (BED – for Practicing Dip. Holder Teachers only) 3 Years 529,000 1,870,015
(ii) COX BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 4 Years 661,250 1,496,012
(iii) SCX BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (EXTERNAL) 4 Years 529,000 1,683,014
(iv) BYW BACHELOR OF YOUTH IN DEVELOPMENT WORK 3 Years 1,388,625 2,777,250
           
7   COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES (CONAS)      
(i) BIC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY 3 Years 1,110,900 1,499,715
(ii) BFS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(iii) BSP BACHELOR OF SPORTS SCIENCE 3 Years 1,110,900 1,666,350
(iv) SCB BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – BIOLOGICAL 3 Years 999,810 1,666,350
(v) SCP BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – PHYSICAL 3 Years 999,810 1,666,350
(vi) SEC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – ECONOMICS 3 Years 999,810 1,666,350
(vii) BPG BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PETROLEUM GEOSCIENCE & PRODUCTION 4 Years 1,719,250 1,870,015
(viii) BCB BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY 3 Years 999,810 4,007,175
(ix) BBT BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY 3 Years 1,587,000 2,380,500
           
8   COLLEGE OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SCIENCES (COCIS)      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) CSC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE 3 Years 1,666,350 2,499,525
(ii) IST BACHELOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY 3 Years 1,840,000 2,702,500
(iii) BSW BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,719,250 3,339,313
(vi) LIS BACHELOR OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE 3 Years 1,388,625 2,221,800
(v) BRA BACHELOR OF RECORDS AND ARCHIVES MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,388,625 2,671,450
           
(b)   EVENING PROGRAMMES      
(i) CSE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE 3 Years 1,666,350 2,499,525
(ii) BSI BACHELOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY 3 Years 1,840,000 2,702,500
(iii) SSE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SOFTWARE ENGINEERING 4 Years 1,719,250 3,339,313
(iv) BLE BACHELOR OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE 3 Years 1,388,625 2,221,800
(v) BRE BACHELOR OF RECORDS AND ARCHIVES MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,388,625 2,671,450
           
(a)   DAY PROGRAMME(S)      
    SCHOOL OF LAW      
(i) LAW BACHELOR OF LAWS 4 Years 1,666,350 2,138,483
           
(b)   EVENING PROGRAMME(S)      
(ii) LAE BACHELOR OF LAWS 4 Years 1,666,350 2,138,483
  NB: All applicants for Bachelor of Laws (LAW & LAE) must sit and pass the Pre-Entry Examination set by Makerere University      
           
10   COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE, ANIMAL RESOURCES AND BIOSECURITY (VET)      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) VET BACHELOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE 5 Years 1,777,440 2,962,400
(ii) WHM BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN WILDLIFE HEALTH AND MGT. 3 Years 1,296,050 1,944,075
(iii) MLT BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY 3 Years 1,036,840 2,645,000
(vi) BAP BACHELOR OF ANIMAL PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY AND MGT 3 Years 1,388,625 2,082,938
           
(b)   EVENING PROGRAMME(S)      
(i) BLT BACHELOR OF BIOMEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY 3 Years 1,036,840 2,645,000
           
(c)   AFRISA – SPEDA – COVAB PROGRAMMES (DAY)      
           
(i) BLB BACHELOR OF INDUSTRIAL LIVESTOCK AND BUSINESS 3 Years 1,115,000 1,667,500
    (WITH OPTIONS FOR SPECIALIZATION IN YEAR TWO)      
    (i) Dairy Industry & Business      
    (ii) Poultry Industry & Business      
    (iii) Feed Industry & Business      
    (iv) Leather Industry & Business      
    (v) Commercial Insects & Wildlife Insutry      
    (vi) Ranching & Meat Industry      
           
11   UP-COUNTRY CAMPUS (JINJA – MAKERERE)  
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) CSJ BACHELOR SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE 3 Years 1,666,350 2,499,525
(ii) BSJ BACHELOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY 3 Years 1,840,000 2,645,000
(iii) DVJ BACHELOR OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
(iv) BHJ BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,265,000 3,450,000
        (RECESS 770,500) (2,254,000)
(v) ADJ BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,520,875 2,314,375
(vi) COJ BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 3 Years 1,481,200 2,221,800
(vii) ECJ BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,388,625 1,944,075
(viii) DEJ BACHELOR OF ARTS IN DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,481,200 2,221,800
           
(b)   AFTERNOON PROGRAMMES      
           
(i) JCA BACHELOR SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE 3 Years 1,666,350 2,499,525
(ii) BIA BACHELOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY 3 Years 1,840,000 2,645,000
(iii) JDA BACHELOR OF DEVELOPMENT STUDIES 3 Years 925,750 1,388,625
(iv) BJA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,265,000 3,450,000
        (RECESS 770,500) (2,254,000)
(v) JAA BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,520,875 2,314,375
(vi) JOA BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 3 Years 1,481,200 2,221,800
(vii) JEA BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,388,625 1,944,075
(viii) BDA BACHELOR OF ARTS IN DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,481,200 2,221,800
           
12   MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL (MUBS) Year of Ugandans, International
      study E.A. & S. Sudan (Tuition Fees
        (Tuition Fees per Semester
        per Semester in UGX) in USD)
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
           
(i) COM BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 3 Years 1,456,000 883
(ii) BBD BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,495,000 883
(iii) BHM BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,410,500 883
(iv) BIB BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 3 Years 1,410,500 883
(v) BLH BACHELOR OF LEISURE AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,360,000  
(vi) BBC BACHELOR OF BUSINESS COMPUTING 3 Years 1,501,500 939
(vii) PSM BACHELOR OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MGT 3 Years 1,410,500 883
(viii) BRM BACHELOR OF REAL ESTATE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,404,000 910
(ix) BLG BACHELOR OF LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE 3 Years 1,404,000 910
(x) BEC BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ECONOMICS 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(xi) BSF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE 3 Years 1,404,000 910
(xii) BSA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(xiii) BTT BACHELOR OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,360,000 1,050
(xiv) BES BACHELOR OF ENTREPRENUERSHIP AND SMALL BUSINESS MGT 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(xv) BUS BACHELOR OF BUSINESS STATISTICS 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(xvi) BIM BACHELOR OF OFFICE & INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,501,500 883
(xvii) BSM BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MARKETING 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(xviii) BCM BACHELOR OF CATERING AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,547,000 1,052
           
(b)   EVENING PROGRAMMES      
(i) COB BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 3 Years 1,456,000 883
(ii) BBA BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,495,000 883
(iii) BHE BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,410,500 883
(iv) BTB BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 3 Years 1,410,500 883
(v) BBE BACHELOR OF BUSINESS COMPUTING 3 Years 1,501,500 939
(vi) PSC BACHELOR OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MGT 3 Years 1,410,500 883
(vii) BME BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MARKETING 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(viii) TLM BACHELOR OF TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,404,000 910
(ix) ACC BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(x) BOM BACHELOR OF OFFICE & INFORMATION MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,501,500 883
(xi) LGM BACHELOR OF LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE 3 Years 1,404,000 910
           
13   UP-COUNTRY CAMPUSES (MUBS)      
           
1   ARUA      
(a)   EVENING PROGRAMMES Year of    
      Study    
(i) BSU BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(ii) PSU BACHELOR OF PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MGT. 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(iii) EEA BACHELOR OF ENTREPRENUERSHIP & SMALL BUSINESS MGT 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(iv) ASA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING 3 Years 1,360,000 883
           
2   JINJA      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) HSJ BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(ii) CRJ BACHELOR OF PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MGT. 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(iii) BRC BACHELOR OF CATERING AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,547,000 1,052
(iv) BRJ BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(v) BJO BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(vi) BEJ BACHELOR OF ENTREPRENUERSHIP & SMALL BUSINESS MGT 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(vii) BBJ BACHELOR OF BUSINESS COMPUTING 3 Years 1,501,500 939
(viii) BJS BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING 3 Years 1,360,000 883
           
(b)   EVENING PROGRAMMES      
(i) HSO BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(ii) BRO BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(iii) CRO BACHELOR OF PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(iv) BJJ BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(v) JBB BACHELOR OF ENTREPRENUERSHIP AND SMALL BUSINESS MGT 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(vi) BJB BACHELOR OF BUSINESS COMPUTING 3 Years 1,501,500 939
           
3   MBARARA      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) HNM BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(ii) CMM BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(iii) PMM BACHELOR OF PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MGT. 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(iv) BMM BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(v) BMA BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING 3 Years 1,360,000 883
(vi) MTM BACHELOR OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,360,000 1,050
           
(b)   EVENING PROGRAMME(S)      
           
(i) BNM BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,001,000 631
           
4   MBALE      
(a)   DAY PROGRAMMES      
(i) BML BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(iii) PML BACHELOR OF PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MGT. 3 Years 1,001,000 631
(iv) HML BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 3 Years 1,001,000 631
           

 

NB: Note that each student shall be required to pay non-refundable functional fees in addition to

The tution fees as follows:

1. Makerere university (functional fees)(tuition fees per semester in UGX)

 

Ugandans, East Africans and S. Sudan internationals

(a) Semester one Shs.860,954/= Shs.1,516,253

(b) Semester two Shs.132,250/= Shs.132,250

  1. ) National Council For Higher Education fees (per year) shs.20,000/= (ALL STUDENTS)

Nb: Internship/field attachment fee of Shs.100,000/= per Semester is payable in Year I, Semester I and II for administrative costs.

2. Makerere university business school (functional fees)

  1. Semester one and two (paid once) shs.761,900/= usd.596
  2. National Council for Higher Education fees (per year) shs.20,000/=

3. Makerere university business school (up country study centres) – functional fees

(a) Semester I and II shs.761,900/= USD 596

  1. National Council For Higher Education Fees (per year) shs.20,000/=

 

How to apply

(i) (a) application is online for all applicants but diploma/degree holders and internationals will have to submit certified copies of their transcripts and certificates and a passport size photograph to Office 315, Level 3, Senate Building.

 

(b)Other relevant information can be obtained from undergraduate admissions office, Office 315, Level 3, Senate Building, Makerere University

 

ii) Non-refundable Application Fee of Shs.50,000/= for Ugandans, East African and S. Sudan applicants or $75 or equivalent for Internationals, UGX.281,250= plus bank charge of ugx2,750/= should be paid from the following banks:

BANK

(a) ANY STANBIC BANK – MUC – FEES COLLECTION ACCOUNT- 9030005866749

(b) ANY DFCU – MUC – FEES COLLECTION ACCOUNT- 01083500181477

(c ) ANY CENTENARY – MUC – FEES COLLECTION ACCOUNT-3740300001

(d) ANY POST BANK – MUC – FEES COLLECTION ACCOUNT- 630037000063

(e ) ANY UBA BANK – MUC – FEES COLLECTION ACCOUNT- 1006000018

 

(iii) Candidates who hold grades X, Y, Z, 7 AND 9 OF 'O'LEVEL results should not apply because they are not eligible for admission.

(iv)

Diploma Holder applicants who hold class three (3) Diploma certificates or pass diplomas are not eligible for admission and therefore should not apply, except where stated in the diploma holders requirements.

 

Makerere University Online Application Portal User Guide

1Applicants should access the Institution's Admissions URL https://admissions.mak.ac.ug

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.

3 A password will be sent to both your e-mail and mobile number.

4 The system will prompt you to change the password to the one you can easily remember.

5 To fill a form the applicant clicks on the APPLY NOW button displayed on the running scheme..

6 Obtain a payment advice slip by clicking on "Pay for Form" button

7 Make a payment at any of the following Banks:

(a) Stanbic Bank

(b) Post Bank

(c) Centenary Bank

(d) DFCU Bank

(e ) UBA Bank

MOBILE MONEY PAYMENT STEPS:

1. Dail *272*6# on either Mtn or Airtel

2. Select option 3-Admission

3. Select option 3-Pay Fees

4. Enter reference number obtained from Application portal

5. Details of Application form will be confirmed

6. Enter PIN to confirm payment

7. Enter PIN to confirm payment

THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLYING WILL BE TUESDAY 30th APRIL, 2019.

WARNING:

(i)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.

(ii) Do not buy any other documents not originating from the Academic Registrar's Office. Those who buy them do so at their own risk.

(iii) The Academic Registrar has not appointed any agents to act on his behalf to solicit for additional funds other than the application fee stated above.

(iv)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)

ALFRED MASIKYE NAMOAH

ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Empower Schools in Mukono and Kyegwegwa Districts

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Mr. John Osuna, the Transition Lead, together with some of the Scholars, handing over the learning materials to the Chairperson of Parents' Association at Little Angels Primary School. Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University, Kampala during the Annual Scholars Day of Community Service at Little Angels Nursery and Primary School in Ntenjeru, Mukono District, and St. Charles Rwahunga, Nursery and Primary School in Kyegegwa District, Uganda, East Africa, 16th November 2024.

By Scholars Program Communication Team

On Saturday, November 16, 2024, Little Angels Junior School, Mawotto Village, Mukono District, and St. Charles Rwahunga, Nursery and Primary School in Kyegegwa District celebrated an inspiring, joy-filled event. These two schools were selected to receive the generosity of Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University during the Annual Scholars Day of Community Service.

At St. Charles Rwahunga Nursery and Primary School, the Scholars donated various products, including Learning Materials, Geometry sets, Sanitary towels for the girls, sportswear for the boys’ football team, and other goodies.

The Community Nursery and Primary School serves 412 pupils with severe challenges due to inadequate infrastructure. The buildings are dilapidated, there is a shortage of desks, and the classrooms are small and overcrowded. These issues need to be addressed to ensure a better student learning environment.

Mr. Alex Mugisha,the Headteacher, extreme left, pupils and staff of St. Charles Rwahunga Primary school very excited after receiving learning materials donated by Scholars of Mastercard Foundation. Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University, Kampala during the Annual Scholars Day of Community Service at Little Angels Nursery and Primary School in Ntenjeru, Mukono District, and St. Charles Rwahunga, Nursery and Primary School in Kyegegwa District, Uganda, East Africa, 16th November 2024.
Mr. Alex Mugisha,the Headteacher, extreme left, pupils and staff of St. Charles Rwahunga Primary school very excited after receiving learning materials donated by Scholars of Mastercard Foundation.

Mr. Alex Mugisha, the Headteacher of the School, expressed gratitude to the Scholars of Mastercard Foundation for the kind gesture they extended to his school.

“I am deeply grateful, along with the students and staff, for the generosity of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars. These materials will significantly enhance the learning environment for our pupils,” remarked Mr. Mugisha.

Mr. Nelson Ddumba, the Scholars Council Representative, encouraged the young learners at the event not to lose hope. He emphasized that regardless of their starting point, they can improve their circumstances by staying in school.

Mr. Ddumba Nelson, the Scholars' Council representative, speaking to the Pupils of St. Charles Rwahunga Primamary School. Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University, Kampala during the Annual Scholars Day of Community Service at Little Angels Nursery and Primary School in Ntenjeru, Mukono District, and St. Charles Rwahunga, Nursery and Primary School in Kyegegwa District, Uganda, East Africa, 16th November 2024.
Mr. Ddumba Nelson, the Scholars’ Council representative, speaking to the Pupils of St. Charles Rwahunga Primamary School.

“Listen, my fellow students: do not give up. The only path to transforming your circumstances is through a steadfast commitment to your education and remaining in school. I have been in your shoes, but I pushed through and succeeded thanks to my mother’s unwavering support. Today, I proudly attend Makerere University, one of the leading institutions in Uganda. Embrace the challenge ahead and make your education your top priority!” Mr. Ddumba declared.

At Little Angels Junior School, pupils were excited to receive educational materials, reusable sanitary towels, mathematical sets, dictionaries, and textbooks for nursery to primary seven students.

Ms. Sarah Nturo, the headteacher, commended the Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University for the kind gesture.

Pupils of Little Angels express their excitement during a group photo with the Scholars of Mastercard Foundation. Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University, Kampala during the Annual Scholars Day of Community Service at Little Angels Nursery and Primary School in Ntenjeru, Mukono District, and St. Charles Rwahunga, Nursery and Primary School in Kyegegwa District, Uganda, East Africa, 16th November 2024.
Pupils of Little Angels express their excitement during a group photo with the Scholars of Mastercard Foundation.

She said the books will help the school improve its reading culture and performance.

“We are grateful to the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University; we believe these books will significantly contribute to improving our pupils’ performance,” Ms. Nturo said.

Nturo also pointed out that they have challenges with the facilities and water as a school.

“Ever since we started this School, the education has improved because, in the past, parents could not allow their children to come here; instead, they would send them to the lake for fishing. But now, the children come only because they do not have somewhere to sit. We have few desks,” Nturo said.

A cross-section of Mastercard Foundation Scholars pose in a photograph with pupils of Little Angels Junior School. Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University, Kampala during the Annual Scholars Day of Community Service at Little Angels Nursery and Primary School in Ntenjeru, Mukono District, and St. Charles Rwahunga, Nursery and Primary School in Kyegegwa District, Uganda, East Africa, 16th November 2024.
A cross-section of Mastercard Foundation Scholars pose in a photograph with pupils of Little Angels Junior School.

During the visit, the pupils mesmerised the scholars with rare dance moves. The excitement did not leave the Programme Implementation team and teachers in their seats, making it a fun-filled event. The audience was left yearning for more.

Addressing the school, Mr. John Osuna, the Transition Lead at the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, urged the pupils to use their school time to prepare for a bright future.

“Do not mind where you are coming from. We all started like this. Education is an equalizer. Now that you have an opportunity to study, focus on making the best out of it. Be disciplined pupils and listen to your teachers. The sky will be the limit,” Mr Osuna said.

A cross-section of schoolgirls of St. Charles Rwahunga Primary School pose in a photo with sanitary towels donated by Scholars of Mastercard Foundation. Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University, Kampala during the Annual Scholars Day of Community Service at Little Angels Nursery and Primary School in Ntenjeru, Mukono District, and St. Charles Rwahunga, Nursery and Primary School in Kyegegwa District, Uganda, East Africa, 16th November 2024.
A cross-section of schoolgirls of St. Charles Rwahunga Primary School pose in a photo with sanitary towels donated by Scholars of Mastercard Foundation.

During the event, Francis Kabuye Kaggwa, the Chairperson of the Parents Teacher Association (PTA) leadership, said that ever since the school started over 10 years back, they have never received guests who bring them gifts like how the Mastercard Foundation Scholars did.

“I think you have seen how excited the children were. We are all happy this has never happened to our school. Who are we to receive these gifts? We have challenges, but with friends like God on our side, we shall conquer,” Mr. Kabuye noted.

The boys' football team of St. Charles Rwahunga Primary School pose in a photo after receiving the sports wear donated by the Scholars of Mastercard Foundation. Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University, Kampala during the Annual Scholars Day of Community Service at Little Angels Nursery and Primary School in Ntenjeru, Mukono District, and St. Charles Rwahunga, Nursery and Primary School in Kyegegwa District, Uganda, East Africa, 16th November 2024.
The boys’ football team of St. Charles Rwahunga Primary School pose in a photo after receiving the sports wear donated by the Scholars of Mastercard Foundation.

The Scholars’ Day of Community Service is an annual event where Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Makerere University engage in community service as a way of giving back. This initiative aims to empower vulnerable individuals in the community and contribute positively to society.

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Prof. Nawangwe calls for Increased Government Sponsorship for Students with Disabilities

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Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe addressing the gathering during the International Day for Persons With Disabilities commemoration. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

By Mak Communication Team

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, while speaking at the inaugural commemoration of the International Day for Persons with Disabilities at Makerere University has appealed to the Government to increase the number of students with disabilities on government sponsorship.

The event held on Wednesday, 13th November 2024 was organised by the Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students’ Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities and held in the Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium.

Part of the audience, listening attentively during the event. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Part of the audience, listening attentively during the event.

The day’s theme was: “Empowering Inclusion: Breaking Barriers, Unlocking Potential”

“Students with disabilities should be the first to be admitted on Government sponsorship because there are not so many,” Prof. Nawangwe said.

Hon. Hellen Asamo, signing a commitment card to continue supporting inclusivity at Makerere University and the country as a whole. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Hon. Hellen Asamo, signing a commitment card to continue supporting inclusivity at Makerere University and the country as a whole.

 Prof. Nawangwe called upon the government to devise a scheme and policy for integrating students with disabilities into the working environment after graduation.

Prof. Nawangwe noted that the University has established a Disability Support Centre, a one-stop facility to ensure equal access to education and life, promote inclusivity, and support students and staff with disabilities.

Prof. Nawangwe handing over a gift to the Chief Guest, Hon Asamo. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Prof. Nawangwe handing over a gift to the Chief Guest, Hon Asamo.

“Over the years, Makerere University has branded itself as a place that actively and loudly promotes increased awareness about the rights and needs of students and staff with disabilities.” Prof. Nawangwe remarked.

While addressing the gathering, the Chief Guest, Hon. Hellen Grace Asamo, the State minister for Disability Affairs, called upon Persons with Disabilities to always believe in themselves and be able to break the barriers of the inferiority complex.

One of the students with disability receiving an award for being supportive to other students with disabilities. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
One of the students with disability receiving an award for being supportive to other students with disabilities.

“You have to show people that you have the potential, and when people get to know your potential, they will begin to include and engage you. But if you do not have your potential, nobody will include you. They will think you are just someone who is just there seated and begging,” Hon. Asamo noted.

In her welcome remarks, Dr. Winifred Kabumbuli, the Dean of Students at Makerere University, said that the University is making a deliberate effort to pay particular attention to the decisive implementation of inclusive Policies and Practices.

Dr. Kabumbuli, receiving the award on behalf of the VC, as recognition for the efforts the university was making towards inclusivity. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Dr. Kabumbuli, receiving the award on behalf of the VC, as recognition for the efforts the university was making towards inclusivity.

“This is where we want all people to thrive and grow. Therefore, we are proud to accept and celebrate our differences and uniqueness. We welcome you here to build a culture of active support for each other and to declare that by championing a conducive environment for students and staff with disability, we are part of the change-makers of today,” Dr Kabumbuli said.

Dr. Kabumbuli also highlighted several policies the University has implemented, such as the Policy for Persons with Disabilities and safeguarding, Accommodation policy, University rules and regulations, the Human resource manual, and the student guild constitution that provides inclusive participation in student leadership and admission policies.

Prof. Justine Namaalwa, the Program Director of Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program receiving the award on behalf of the Team. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Prof. Justine Namaalwa, the Program Director of Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program receiving the award on behalf of the Team.

“These policies protect and enhance the rights of both staff and students with disabilities. For example, we have a student guild minister for persons with disabilities to ensure their voices are heard,” Dr. Kabumbuli noted.

Makerere has directed attention to ensuring accessible and comfortable accommodations for students with Disabilities by having designated accessible hostels and rooms. The University provides salaries, lodging, and meals for helpers who assist students with disabilities. A concentrated effort is also being made to build ramps, elevators, and accessible pathways to facilitate navigation for students and staff.

A panel of experts discussing the issues affecting PWDs and how to mitigate them. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
A panel of experts discussing the issues affecting PWDs and how to mitigate them.

According to Dr Kabumbuli, the University has embraced a drive to facilitate students’ access to assistive devices, including wheelchairs, white canes, brailling machines, hearing aids, etc.

“As part of our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, the University has designated a specialized space within the library, equipped with assistive technologies and resources, specifically for students with disabilities to ensure equal access to knowledge and academic success for all. We have also put in place special arrangements, such as extra time during examinations to enable access to education,” Dr Kabumbuli said.

Hon. Minister representing students with disabilities on the students' guild addressing the audience. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Hon. Minister representing students with disabilities on the students’ guild addressing the audience.

Dr. Kabumbuli acknowledged the support from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, the Ministry of Gender, and the School of Law, which are committed to championing diversity, inclusion, and equity for People with Disabilities.

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated annually on December 3rd to raise awareness and support for people with disabilities worldwide.

The Commemorative card that was signed by guest as commitment to supporting inclusivity at Makerere University. Office of the Dean of Students and the 90th Students' Guild-Ministry of Students with Disabilities inaugural International Day of Persons with Disabilities commemoration, 13th November 2024, Yusuf Lule Central Teaching Facility Auditorium, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
The Commemorative card that was signed by guest as commitment to supporting inclusivity at Makerere University.

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The 3rd Fundis and Technicians sensitization event and exhibition held successfully

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The 3rd annual Fundis and Technicians sensitization event and exhibition by manufacturers of building materials organized by the Department Architecture and Physical Planning at the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT), Makerere University came to a close with a call for increased partnerships between training institutions and the community.

The event that attracted 200 participants including masons, fundis, painters, builders, metal and electrical fabricators ran from Thursday 24th to Friday 25th October 2024 at CEDAT. It was supported by several stakeholders and was characterized by training sessions and an exhibition of building materials by different companies that make cement, paint, water tanks tiles and many more.

Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Finance and Administration, Makerere University.

Prof. Henry Alinaitwe, the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Finance and Administration represented the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe at the opening of the training. In his remarks, he extended appreciation to the technicians for accepting to take part in the training which he said was key in ensuring that they gain from continuous learning. Prof. Alinaitwe observed that although some of them did not get through formal training, it was important that they took part in such training programs to keep abreast of the developments in the construction industry where they undertake the bulk of the work as masons, technicians, plumbers, and metal fabricators.

‘Keep improving, we need to up our game in terms of quality’, he said while making reference to the need for quality output.  He cautioned them on issues of cost and cheating of their clients by making realistic costs.  ‘We need to cost the work well taking into account the materials, the labor, the equipment used, and the overheads’.  The other area that needed to be taken care of by the technicians included time management, which reflects on attitudes towards work, team work.   While addressing the gathering in his capacity as Chairman of the Engineers Registration Board, Prof. Alinaitwe said the upcoming engineering Registration Bill, if approved, has a provision for the registration of all artisans and hence the need to have the minimum requirements for the stakeholders to be registered. He also stressed the need to bring on board as more women as possible.  ‘We want to see more women, who can do some aspects in construction better than men like painting.

Prof. Moses Musinguzi, the Principal of the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, Makerere University.

Prof. Moses Musinguzi, the Principal of the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology while welcoming the trainees to the college said the training is a good initiative that will help address challenge of skill and work match.  He encouraged the trainees to do smart work, and take due consideration of ethics and customer care. He encouraged the department to extend the training opportunity to other units of the college and the university and also make it more formal, as part and parcel of the training program of the college in liaison with bodies like UBTEB.

Assoc. Prof. Kizito Maria Kasule, the Deputy Principal CEDAT while appreciating the initiative of the department said countries like Germany have apprenticeship training that help the training of students to gain skills equivalent to those acquired while in formal institutions of learning.  He said the academia in Uganda is increasingly recognizing the importance of the informal sector in the growth of the country. ‘We need to learn from you. Almost 90% of the people in the construction industry have been informally trained’. He said by learning from each other, the two sectors jointly make a contribution towards the development of the country.

Dr. Amin Tamale Kiggundu, the head of the Department of Architecture and Physical Planning said the initiative, a community outreach program of the college started three years ago in the year 2022 with 60 Fundis and masons, in 2023, the number was increased to 120 Fundis and the current 2024, was 200 Fundis of various categories, including painters, builders, metal fabricators, plumbers and electrical fabricators. He said this community outreach program aims at sharing the accumulated scientific knowledge in building, design and construction technologies at CEDAT, sharing the expertise, knowledge and experiences with communities in greater Kampala and hence bridging the existing knowledge and skills gap between the training institutions and the communities.

Dr. Amin Tamale Kiggundu, the head of the Department of Architecture and Physical Planning, Makerere University

The 21st century is characterized by collaboration, partnerships, and establishment of knowledge economies.  He said based on the trainings held so far, it is clear that partnerships between the training institutions and the communities were possible especially the Fundis who are closer to the communities. ‘We also want to learn from the Fundi’s experiences, how they are able to connect to the communities in some cases better than those who have gone through the training institutions’, he said. He further noted that the majority of fundis are young people that need to be supported with skills and other ways of nurturing them. The dream of the department, he said is to introduce an open door policy that allows fundis and other university students to come to learn.  

Several organizations supported the event and participated in the exhibition and they included Habitat for Humanity, Uganda, Green Building Council Uganda, The National Building Board, Uganda Clays Limited, Centenary Bank, Steel and Tube Industries Ltd, Simba Cement, Plascon, Goodwill, Cresttanks among others.

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