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NKUMBA UNIVERSITY

Admissions

Applicants for Degree programmes should hold:

Presently, there are three avenues of entry to the University i.e. The Direct Entry Scheme, The Diploma Holders Entry Scheme, and the Mature Age Entry Scheme. These guidelines are in line with National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).

Direct Entry Scheme

At least 5 passes at Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent;

At least 2 principal passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.

Diploma holders

  1. Hold a Credit or Second-Class Diploma in the relevant field from a recognized institution as determined by the University Senate.
  2. At least a Pass (50%) in Mature Entry Examinations.

Mature age Entry

  1. The applicant should be 25 years of age and above;
  2. Must have passed mature age entry examinations organized by the National Council for Higher Education.

Other

  1. A certificate obtained after 2 years of post UCE study;
  2. Any equivalent qualifications besides UCE and UACE.
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