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Uganda-Hunan Sign MoU to Boost Graduate & Vocational Training

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This evening, Wednesday 11th December, 2019 at the Ministry of Education and Sports of the Hunan Province of China, Mr. Alex Kakooza, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Sports has signed an agreement of cooperation in the area of higher and vocational education with the Deputy Director of Hunan Department of Education. The agreement paves the way for student and academic staff exchange between Uganda and Hunan. Under the agreement Ugandan students will get scholarships for masters and PhD in various disciplines at the more than 100 universities in Hunan. There will also be exchange of academic staff between Ugandan universities and universities in Hunan.

The two delegations from Uganda (Left) and Hunan Province (Right) engage in discussions prior to the MoU signing ceremony

During the signing ceremony, Mr. Kakooza briefed his hosts about the education system in Uganda and the urgent need to support the Government’s strategy of promoting vocational education. The Hunan team informed the Ugandan delegation that Hunan has made advances in vocational education, especially in the areas of agriculture, manufacturing and tourism. They added that Hunan was ready to share their experiences with Uganda. The two delegations expressed appreciation for the strides made by the Confucius Institute at Makerere University and pledged continued support to the Institute.

The Ugandan delegation included the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Director of the Confucius Institute at Makerere University, Dr. Gilbert Gumoshabe and the Communication Officer of Makerere University, Mr. Mathias Ssemanda.

 

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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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.

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  • $2,500 scholarship for community action research
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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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The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released Aptitude Test Examination results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme Examinations held on Saturday 13th December 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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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).

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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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