Applications are invited from eligible candidates to pursue programmes offered at Mbarara University of Science and Technology beginning August 2015 on Private Sponsorship upon paying an application fee of shs.27,750/= for Ugandans or US $ 50 for international students which is non refundable.
Application forms can be obtained from the Academic Registrars office Mbarara University of Science and Technology.
You can also download the application forms here.
1. Download undergraduate direct application form from here
2. Download postgraduate application form from here
Completed application forms may be submitted to the Academic Registrar’s Office OR emailed toadmissions@must.ac.ug
You can also fill the online application form by Visiting our online application Facility here. Contact the following Phone Nos. for help: 04854 20785/0772 465431 during working hours.
Completed applications must be accompanied with photocopies of academic certificates, transcripts, birth certificate plus a passport size photograph.
Closing date: 29 May 2015.
1. Undergraduate courses
1.1 Direct entry:
a) Bachelor of Science with Education (Course duration is 3 years)
At least 2 principal passes in Mathematics and Physics or Biology and Chemistry.
Course fees (for a, above):
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.1,400,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 552,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $2,200 p.a.
Functional fees $ 600 p.a.
b) Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (Course duration is 5 years.)
At least 2 principal passes in Biology and Chemistry and at least Subsidiary Pass in either Physics or Mathematics.
c) Bachelor of Pharmacy (Course duration is 4 years)
d) Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (Course duration is 4 years)
e) Bachelor of Nursing Science (Course duration is 4 years)
f) Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Course duration is 3 years)
Admission requirements for c, d, e and f same as in (b) above
g) Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (Course duration is 4 years)
At least 2 principal passes in Physics & Biology and at least a subsidiary pass in Chemistry.
Course fees (for b, c, d, e, f and g above)
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.2,688,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 552,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $4,800 p.a.
Functional fees $ 600 p.a
Ugandans Foreign Students
h) Bachelor of Computer Science (Course duration is 3 years)
At least 2 Principal Passes one of which MUST be in Mathematics and the other in any of the following subjects:- Physics, Chemistry, and/ or Economics.
i) Bachelor of Information Technology (Course duration is 3 years)
A credit in Mathematics at ‘O’ level (UCE) At least 2 principal passes in any ‘A’ level subjects.
j) Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (Course duration is 4 years)
Two advanced level principal passes in Mathematics and Physics and at least a subsidiary pass in Chemistry or Economics.
Course fees (for h, i & j)
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.2,000,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 552,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $2,200 p.a.
Functional fees $ 600 p.a.
k) Bachelor of Business Administration (Course duration is 3 years)
l) Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance (Course duration is 3 years)
Requirements:
At least 2 principal passes either in Economics or Mathematics in UACE and a credit in Mathematics at UCE for k & l.
OR
Holds UDBS or ODBS or HFM Diploma recognized by the University or must have completed at least level one of CPA, ACCA, or CIMA.
m) Bachelor of Science in Procurement and Supply Chain Management (Course duration is 3 years
Requirements:
At least 2 principal passes either in Economics, Mathematics, Entrepreneurship Skills or Geography obtained at the same sitting and five passes with a Credit in English at ’O’ level (UCE)
OR
Holds a Diploma in Business related field with a Credit score from a recognized institution. Course fees (for k, l & m)
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.1,960,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 552,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $2,200 p.a.
Functional fees $ 600 p.a.
n) Bachelor of Gender and Women Health (Course duration is 3 years)
o) Bachelor of Planning and Community Development (Course duration is 3 years)
p) Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Livelihoods and Farm Production (Course duration is 3 years)
At least 2 principal passes at UACE. For p, students must either have 2 principal passes at UACE or its equivalent in the following subjects: Biology/Chemistry and at least a subsidiary pass in Agriculture, Foods and Nutrition, Mathematics, Geography, Entrepreneurship Skills and five credits at ‘O’ level (UCE)
Course fees (for n, o & p)
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.2,000,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 552,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $2,200 p.a.
Functional fees $ 600 p.a.
q) A 2 year Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (Course fees: 1,706,000= (p.a.)
Entry requirements:
Either should hold an Advanced Certificate of Education or its equivalent.
(i) With a principal pass in Biology, Chemistry or Physics
(ii) And a pass in Mathematics obtained from Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent.)
OR
(iii) A Certificate in Science Laboratory Technology with at least a credit pass or its equivalent from a recognized institution plus 2 years’ experience.
r) A 2 year Diploma in Counseling (Full time & Distance)
Entry Requirements
A candidate should hold the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent and either, A’ level (UACE) with one principal pass in any subject done at the same sitting or its equivalent.
OR a degree/s in any field from a recognized university. OR a diploma in any field of study from a recognized Institution.
Course fees
Tuition fees 1,454,600= p.a.
Functional fees 552,000= p.a.
s) 1 year Certificate in Science Laboratory Technology
Entry Requirements:
A credit in two Science subjects i.e. Chemistry, Biology
or Physics. A pass in Mathematics and English.
Course fees: Ushs.1,372,000=
2. Postgraduate Courses
a. Institute of Interdisciplinary Training and Research
i) Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies (1 year, offered evening only)
ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology (Course duration is 1 year)
Should at least be a holder of a good first degree from a recognized University.
Course fees for (i,ii)
Ugandans Foreign Students
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.1,500,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 552,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $2,200 p.a.
Functional fees $ 600 p.a.
iii) M.A in Development Studies
iv) M.A in Local Governance and Planning
v) M.A in Conflict Analysis & Inclusive Development
Requirements for (iii, iv and v) above:
A candidate must hold a good Bachelors’ degree in any development related discipline. A postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies from Mbarara University of Science and Technology will be an added advantage.
b. Institute of Management Science
MBA
– A candidate must hold a good Bachelors’ degree.
– Have 2 years of postgraduate work experience.
– Pass the Graduate Admissions Test (GAT) of
Mbarara University of Science and Technology.
c. Institute of Computer Science
(i) Master of Science in Information System (MSc. IS)
Admission Requirements:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or Computer Science or Software Engineering or
Information Technology or Computer Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University/
Institution.
• The minimum class of the Bachelor’s degree should be a Second Class Lower Division.
(ii) Master of Science in Health Information Technology (MSc.HIT)
Admission Requirements:
• A candidate must have a degree in health care related field e.g. Medicine, Nursing or Statistics,
Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, Pharmacy, Dentistry from a recognized institution.
d. Faculty of Science
(i) Master of Science in Biology
– A candidate must have an Honours degree of at least Second Class Lower Division from
a recognized University in Botany/ Zoology/Ethnobotany/ Forestry/ Agriculture/Veterinary
Medicine.
– Have an undergraduate dissertation in areas especially related to Biology.
– Applicants of Zoology/Botany who offered 3:2:2 will have an added advantage.
(ii) Master of Science in Mathematics
A candidate must have an Honours degree of at least Second Class-Lower Division from a recognized University majoring in Mathematics.
(iii) Master of Science in Physics
A candidate must have an Honours degree of at least Second Class-Lower Division from a recognized University majoring in Physics.
(iv) Master of Education (Educational Administration and Planning)
(v) Master of Education (Educational Psychology)
(vi) Master of Education (Curriculum and Instruction)
• A candidate must have an Honours degree of at least Second Class Lower Division from a
recognized University in BA/Ed or BSc/Ed.
• A candidate must have BA or BSc (2.2) and Postgraduate Diploma in Education.
e. Faculty of Medicine
Course duration for (i, ii, iii, iv, v and vi) below is 2 years
(i) Master of Science in Anatomy
(ii) Master of Science in Physiology
(iii) Master of Science in Pharmacology
(iv) Masters of Public Health (MPH)
(v) Master of Science in Microbiology
(vi) Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
(vii) Master of Nursing Science
Requirements for (i, ii, iii, iv and v) above,
– A good Bachelors’ degree in Medicine and Surgery or its equivalent from a recognized University.
– A Bachelors’ in Health Sciences i.e. Human Medicine, Veterinary, Dentistry or Nursing and atleast 2 years of relevant field experience.
– In addition, for MPH only, a degree in Social Sciences e.g Social work, Sociology, Economics,
Demography with at least two years of relevant field experience, a degree in the Biological Sciences such as Statistics, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Laboratory Sciences and at least two years of relevant field experience are eligible to apply for MPH.
– For (vi) above, A good Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or its equivalent from a recognized University.
Course duration for (vii, viii, ix, x, xi, xii, xiii, xiv, xv,
xvi, xvii & xviii below is 3 years)
(viii) Master of Medicine in General Surgery
(ix) Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine
(x) Master of Medicine in Paediatrics & Child Health
(xi) Master of Medicine in Dermatology
(xii) Master of Medicine in Anaesthesia
(xiii) Master of Medicine in Ophthalmology
(xiv) Master of Medicine in Obstetrics/Gynaecology
(xv) Master of Medicine in Community Practice/Family Medicine
(xvi) Master of Medicine in ENT
(xvii) Master of Medicine in Radiology
(xviii) Master of Medicine in Pathology
(xix) Master of Medicine in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
(xx) Master of Medicine in Psychiatry
Requirements for (viii, ix, x, xi, xii, xiii, xiv, xv, xvi, xvii, xiii,
xix & xx) above
– Be a holder of MBChB or its equivalent and should be registered with Uganda Medical & Dental Practitioners Council.
– Have a recent certificate of good standing issued to the candidate by the registering authority.
– Documentary evidence of Internship training indicating the disciplines and dates.
– Evidence of professional experience in a recognized institution for at least 2 years since full registration.
– For xix the applicant must have rotated in Surgery for at least one year.
Fees (for Masters Degree Programmes)
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.2,800,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 1,302,000= p.a.
Laboratory fees Shs. 300,000= p.a (for science based courses)
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $3,500 p.a.
Functional fees $ 1,150 p.a.
Laboratory fees $ 300 p.a (for science based courses)
Except:
MPH
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.3,500,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 1,302,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $4,500 p.a.
Functional fees $ 1,150 p.a.
MBA
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.3,500,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 1,302,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $4,500 p.a.
Functional fees $ 1,425 p.a.
MSc. IS
Ugandans
Tuition fees Shs.3,500,000= p.a.
Functional fees Shs. 1,302,000= p.a.
Foreign Students
Tuition fees $4,500 p.a.
Functional fees $ 1,425 p.a.
3. Doctor of Philosophy in relevant fields
Requirements: A good Master degree from a recognized University.
1. Tuition fees Shs. 8,000,000= p.a. (Medicine and Science)
2. Tuition fees Shs. 7,000,000= p.a (Computing & Management)
3. Tuition fees Shs. 6,000,000= p.a (Development Studies)
4. Functional fees Shs.1,302,000= p.a. (For all of them)
5. NCHE Shs. 20,000= p.a (For all of them)
6. Application fees Shs. 100,000=
Diploma in Community HIV & AIDS Care and Management (Validated by Mbarara University of Science and Technology)
The course aims at building the capacity of both health and allied care workers to explore, plan and implement appropriate interventions for people living with HIV and their families in a community context. The course develops particular skills through the following modules: Community Issues in HIV and AIDS care, Holistic care among people living with HIV, Antiretroviral Therapy, Therapeutic Communication, Teaching and Learning in Practice, Project Design and Management. Eligibility: A multidisciplinary course for Health and Allied Health Professionals – Medical Officers, Clinical Officers, Nurses, Midwifes Counselors, Social Workers, Development Workers, etc.
Functional fees: 552,000/=,
Tuition: 601,000/= per module
(3,608,000/= in total),
Application fee: 20,000/=.
Application forms are available at Mildmay Uganda & on request via email at registrar@mildmay.or.ug
A filled application form must be submitted accompanied by a detailed C.V, copies of academic/professional qualifications & other testimonials, names of 2 referees & their addresses to the same email or post not later than 8th May 2015.
Please call +256-4854-20785 or send mail to ar@must.ac.ug for any inquiries regarding the application and admission process
