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Is Yours Missing? Add School Here Need to Make Edits? Want to Claim Your School?Established in 1922 as a humble technical school, Makerere University is one of the oldest and most prestigious Universities in Africa. In January of that year, the school, which was later renamed Uganda Technical College, opened its doors to 14 day students who began studying Carpentry, Building and Mechanics.
The College soon began offering various other courses in Medical Care, Agriculture , Veterinary Sciences and Teacher Training. It expanded over the years to become a Center for Higher Education in East Africa in 1935. In 1937, the College started developing into an institution of higher education, offering post-school certificate courses.
Makerere University Vision is To be the leading institution for academic excellence and innovations in Africa and Mission is To provide innovative teaching, learning, research and services responsive to National and Global needs.
Makerere University offers a wide range of programs across multiple levels:
Certificate & Diploma Programs: Short courses designed to prepare students for higher education or advance their careers, typically focused on specific fields.
Undergraduate Programs: Offers numerous Bachelor’s degree programs across faculties including Science, Agriculture, Business, Arts, Medicine, and Education.
Postgraduate Programs: Over 100 graduate programs provide advanced professional training, research opportunities, and specialization.
The Sports and Recreation Department fosters a culture of participation, competition, and recreation. Students can engage in organized and informal sports activities to build teamwork, discipline, and community spirit.
Sports Offered: Athletics, badminton, basketball, chess, football, handball, hockey, martial arts, netball, rugby, scrabble, squash, swimming, table tennis, tennis, volleyball, woodball, among others.
All sports equipment is managed by the Games Union, ensuring students have access to gear for training, competitions, and leisure activities.
Hospital: Provides curative and preventive medical services to students and staff, including dental care, X-ray diagnostics, laboratory testing, maternal and child health, family planning, and essential drug dispensing.
Library: Comprising the Main Library and seven specialized branches, the library serves as a National Reference Library and legal depository of all works published in Uganda. Special collections include Africana materials, manuscripts, photographic resources, and the history of medicine in Uganda.
Sports Facilities: Well-equipped fields, courts, and equipment for a wide range of sports. Students can access these facilities via the Games Union for training, competitions, and recreation.
Makerere University has a long-standing tradition of academic excellence, research, and innovation. From a small technical school in 1922, it has grown into a premier institution that shapes leaders, professionals, and researchers across Uganda and East Africa. The university is committed to providing students with knowledge, practical skills, and opportunities to engage in leadership, entrepreneurship, and community development.
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