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DRGT wins Carnegie Corporation Grant No. G-20-57626

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4 years ago

March 17, 2022

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Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi, Director, Directorate of Research and Graduate Training (DRGT), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

The Directorate of Research and Graduate Training (DRGT) has received the good news that at its meeting on March 10, 2022, the Board of Trustees of Carnegie Corporation of New York approved our grant application titled “Consolidating Early Career Academics Programme at Makerere University and Partner Public Universities (CECAP), 2022-2024” worth US$1,250,000.00 (Grant No. G-20-57626).

To any Research Administrator, there is no other greater source of inspiration and motivation than winning an internationally competitive grant! Many of you that have ever won a competitive grant know well the amount of ecstasy, gratification and indeed satisfaction that comes along with such an announcement. Frankly, writing a grant-winning proposal is a stressful and strenuous process. Whether you are a seasoned grant writer or are preparing your first proposal ever, grant writing can be an intimidating endeavor! Writing a successful grant application has nothing to do with the excellent scientific publications to your name.

And so we are overjoyed that we submitted coherent work-plans, compelling motivational statements, and demonstrated superior experience in grant management. Yes, we did and this award reflects the endless hours we spent securing support letters, negotiating contracts, and responding to reviewer comments.

Success is sweet. But it’s sweeter when it achieved thorough coordination, cooperation, and collaboration. Thank you PIC for such great teamwork. Congratulations! And like I have always said, the way to success is always difficult, but we still managed to get ourselves to the top and be honored. Today, we are winners and we truly deserve it!

Take home message: Writing a grant proposal is an integral part of the scientific process, and mastering this skill is crucial for any academic seeking to carve out their own research niche. As funding is getting tighter and more competitive, it is only the most resilient academics that will secure future grants.

Professor Buyinza Mukadasi, Director, DRGT, Makerere University

Related Topics:academic Carnegie CECAP coordination DRGT Early Career grant publication review scientific teamwork writing

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For Youth by Youth – Call for Second Cohort Applications

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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

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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 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:

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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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February 4, 2026

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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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