The establishment of Muteesa I Royal University (MRU) was a dual inspiration and motivation by Ssabasajja Kabaka Muwenda Mutebi II and promoted by the Executive Committee of the Buganda Kingdom, headed by the Katikkiro. The basic preparatory work was carried out by the Buganda University Task Force (BUTF), which was inaugurated by Katikkiro of Buganda on 8th June 2004 and submitted its final report on 2nd December 2004.
Courses Offered
BACHELOR
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Economics and Statistics
- Bachelor of Science in Development Economics
- Bachelor of Business Computing
- Bachelor of Business Management
- Bachelor of Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor of Science in Development Economics
- Bachelor of Public Administration
DIPLOMAS
- Diploma in Science in Accounting and Finance
- Diploma in Business Management
Admission Requirement
Degree Programmes
For eligibility to enter into the Undergraduate Degree programmes, the candidate MUST possess the following qualifications: O-level certificate with 5 passes in approved subjects, including a pass in English language or equivalent.A-level certificate with two principle passes or equivalent or A pass on the mature entrance exam, or A diploma in a relevant programme from a recognized institution of higher learning.
Diploma Programmes
A-level certificate with at least one principal pass and two subsidiaries at A-level in relevant subjects or equivalent O-level certificate with 5 passes in approved subjects including a pass in English language or equivalent. A certificate in a relevant subject from a recognized educational institution.
For a diploma in secondary education, one should have two principal passes in two relevant subjects.
For a diploma in Primary education, one must have a Grade III Teacher’s certificate from a recognized institution.
Advanced Certificate programme entry requirements
Those who want to enrol for an Advanced Certificate programme in any discipline should possess at least 2 subsidiary passes or a Principle pass at A-level.
In-Service Degree programme entry requirements
Ugandan applicants for degree programmes should hold either a Diploma in Primary or Secondary Education, and at least two years working experience.
In-Service Diploma programme entry requirements
Ugandan applicants for diploma programmes should hold a Grade III Teachers’ certificate in primary education and some two years working experience.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS TO ENGINEERING PROGRAMMES
Category I:
Direct Entry (Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent)
Diploma in Engineering
- One (1) principle pass in either Physics or Mathematics and one (1) subsidiary in Mathematics or physics.
- Subsidiary in Physics and Mathematics and Principle pass in Technical Drawing.
- Certificate Level in a related field
Category II: Diploma Entry (Diploma holders or its equivalent)
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Advanced Certificate in Motor vehicle part II
- Certificate in Motor vehicle part I
- Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Craft part II
- Certificate in Mechanical Engineering craft/ electrical Installation and Regulation a warded by MRU.
Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Advanced certificate in Electrical Installation and Regulation part III
- Certificate in Electrical Installation and Regulation part II
Diploma in Civil Engineering
Any applicant must have passed the following:
- Advanced certificate in plumbing part II
- Certificate in plumbing Part I
- Advanced certificate in Brick laying and concrete practice part II
- Certificate in Brick laying and concrete practice Part I
Contact Details
Kampala Mengo – kakeeka
registrar@mru.ac.ug