The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications for admission to Bachelor of of Visual Communications, Design and Multimedia Programme under the private sponsorship scheme for the 2022/2023 Academic Year.
Each applicant should:
EITHER
(a) Have the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a minimum of 5 Passes, or its equivalent and at least two Principal Passes at A’ Level (UACE) obtained at the same sitting. Only candidates who sat A’ Level in 2020,2019 and 2018 are eligible to apply.
OR
(b) Hold at least a Second Class/Credit (or equivalent classification) Diploma from a recognised Chartered Institutions 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.
(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.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
(i) Direct Entry For admission under this scheme a candidate must have: Sat the Uganda Certificate of Education with at least five passes or its equivalent and obtained a certificate (UCE) Earned Two advanced Level Principal passes obtained at the same sitting of the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) one of which must be either in art or Geom & Mechanical Drawing or Geometry and Building Drawing. The weighting of the advanced level subjects shall be as follows: Essential subjects: (weight 3) Art, or Geometry & Mechanical Drawing or Geom. & Building Drawing. Relevant: (weight 2) One best done CRE, IRE, Biology, Chemistry, Economics, History, Literature, Maths, Physics, Geography, Music, Enterpreneurship Desirable: (weight 1) General paper, Sub-Maths or Computer Studies.
(ii) Diploma Holders “For admission under this scheme, a candidate should possess a Diploma from a recognized institution (after obtaining an advanced level certificate) of at least Class II with Art and Technical Drawing or Computer Graphics as a bias.
Admission to other years Admission to other years other than to the first year of the programme shall require a special resolution of the School/College’s Board of Studies and permission from University Senate.
How to Apply 1. Applicants should access the Institution’s Admissions URL https://apply.mak.ac.ug 2. 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 611 with a deed poll 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 (all sections must be filled) the applicant clicks on the Apply Now Button displayed on the running scheme. .. 6. Obtain a Pay Reference Number (PRN) after submitting the application form. 7. Make a payment at any of the Banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
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The closing date for receiving applications will be Monday 31st October, 2022
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 agent to act on his behalf to solicit for additional funds other than the application fee stated above.
(iv) The University will not be responsible for any wrong information entered in the system by applicants.
Alfred Masikye Namoah Ag. Academic Registrar
Further details including fees structure can be found in the document below:
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Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, the Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, officiated at the first edition of the series, titled “Harnessing Africa’s Potential – Advances and Applications of Renewable Materials for Sustainable Development,” which ran from 3rd to 12th August 2025, hosted by the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering.
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Participants from over five African countries—namely Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia, and South Sudan—attended the conference, which commenced on July 31 and is set to conclude on August 1. The official opening was presided over by Hon. Judith Nabakooba Nalule, Uganda’s Minister of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development. She applauded the Department of Geomatics and Land Management at CEDAT for organizing and hosting the event.
Hon. Nabakooba highlighted the relevance of the conference theme, Geo-Enablement for Sustainable Development: Harnessing Innovation in Geomatics and Land Administration, noting it directly addresses national needs. “Indeed, sustainable development fundamentally depends on effective land management and efficient geospatial data collection,” she stated. She underscored the necessity for accurate information to guide policymakers and emphasized that the NRM government recognizes land as wealth. “This is precisely why we have prioritized the ongoing reforms in Uganda’s land administration systems, from the expansion of the Land Information System to strengthen the land registration services. We are also now focusing on further enhancing our systems through cutting-edge blockchain technology to ensure transparency, security and efficiency in land governance,” she added. Hon. Nabakooba called for stronger collaboration between government, academia, and the private sector to realize these goals, adding that “research is crucial for generating evidence to inform policy and that universities play a vital role in training professionals.” She urged scientists to be agents of change and devise practical solutions to land-related challenges.
Left to Right: Dr. Lydia Mazzi Kayondo, Prof. Moses Musinguzi, Hon. Judith Nabakooba, Prof. Robert Wamala and Prof. Anthony Gidudu at the conference.
Speaking at the same event, Acting Vice Chancellor Prof. Robert Wamala remarked that the conference’s theme aligns with Makerere University’s revised research agenda 2025–2030, which emphasizes sustainable urbanization and housing. He cited challenges like population growth, informal settlements, housing deficits, and environmental sustainability, stating, “Makerere University is conducting research on urban land governance, spatial planning, infrastructure development, affordable housing models and the integration of innovative geospatial technologies for managing urban growth.” These research efforts, he noted, aim to inform evidence-based policies and ensure urban areas are inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable, consistent with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Vision 2040, and other national development frameworks.
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Seated Left to Right: Dr. Lydia Mazzi Kayondo, Prof. Moses Musinguzi, Hon. Judith Nabakooba, Prof. Robert Wamala and Prof. Anthony Gidudu with delegates attending the 8th AGRC and 14th EALAN.
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Hon. Judith Nabakooba poses for a group photo with participants after opening the Joint Conference.
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Principal CEDAT-Prof. Moses Musinguzi makes his remarks.