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70th Mak Graduation Kicks Off

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6 years ago

January 15, 2020

Mark Wamai

Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda (Centre) flanked by First Lady and Minister of Education Hon. Janet Museveni (4th Right) poses for a photo with Best Sciences Student Ms. Namayengo Sarah and her parents after receiving an award from Convocation. 4th Left is Chairperson Mak Convocation-Dr. Tanga Odoi, AR-Mr. Alfred Masikye Namoah (3rd Left) and other members from Convocation, 14th January 2020, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

The Makerere University 70th Graduation Ceremony kicked off on Tuesday, 14th January 2020 with the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) presenting the highest number of PhD students and the Best Overall Sciences student.

The CAES Principal Prof. Bernard Bashaasha, the Deputy Principal Assoc. Prof. Gorettie Nabanoga and School Deans presented 16 PhD students, 81 Masters and 580 Undergraduates for the conferment of degrees and award of Diplomas in different disciplines.

The Overall Best Sciences student Ms. Namayengo Harriet 22, who has been undertaking a Bachelor of Conservation Forestry and Products Technology was recognized by Mak Convocation Chairman, Dr. Tanga Odoi with a plaque and a prize of One Million shillings. She scored a CGPA of 4.83 out of 5.

The graduation ceremony was presided over by Makerere University Chancellor, Prof. Ezra Suruma at the Freedom Square. The ceremony was also graced by the President of the Republic of Uganda represented by the Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda and the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Hon. Janet Kataaha Museveni.

Also present were international guests including a delegation from the King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz International Centre for Arabic Language accompanied by H.E. Mr. Bandar Al Faifi, Chargé d'Affaires of the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Uganda. The delegation was at Makerere to witness the graduation of students of the Arabic Language sponsored by the Centre and to hold discussions on the establishment of an Institute of Arabic Language at Makerere University.

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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2 days ago

February 10, 2026

Mak Editor

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Aptitude Exam (Paper 1) Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2026/2027

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2 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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1 week 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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