Nkumba University Undergraduate Admissions 2023-2024

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

Degree Courses

Direct Entry Scheme
i) At least 5 passes at Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent;
ii) At least 2 principal passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.

Diploma holders
A good diploma from a recognized institution as determined by the University Senate.

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Mature age Entry
i) The applicant should be 25 years of age and above;
ii) Must have passed mature age entry examinations organized by the National Council for Higher Education.

Other
i) A certificate obtained after 2 years of post UCE study;
ii) Any equivalent qualifications besides UCE and UACE.
Diploma courses
i) A Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a minimum of 5 passes obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent
ii) Uganda Advanced Level Certificate (UACE) with at least one Principal Pass, and 2 subsidiary passes obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.
Or
iii) A certificate obtained after 2 years of post UCE study from a recognized institution;
Or
iv) Any equivalent Certificate besides UCE and UACE from a recognized institution.

i) A Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a minimum of 5 passes obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.
ii) A Uganda Advanced Level Certificate (UACE) with at least 3 subsidiary passes obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent;
Special School Requirements
Besides the above general admission requirements, there are special school requirements which a candidate must fulfill to gain admission to a programme in the respective school.

Nkumba University Procedure of Application and Registration

Orientation of New Students

Every semester/quarter, new students are oriented for a period of one week in University life and activities.