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About Busitema University
Busitema University is a multi‑campus public university in Uganda, committed to practical, hands‑on training and impactful research. Our programmes span Engineering & Technology, Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences, Health Sciences, Education, Management, Agriculture, and more.
Founded: 2007
Motto: "Pursuing Excellence"
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Engineering & Technology
Civil, Water Resources, Mechanical & Industrial, Mining, Computer Engineering.
Health Sciences
Nursing, Midwifery, Public Health and allied disciplines with strong clinical partnerships.
Natural Resources & Env. Sciences
Forestry, Environmental Management, Fisheries & Marine, Climate & Ecology.
Management Sciences
Entrepreneurship, Accounting & Finance, Economics, Procurement & Supply.
Agriculture and Animal Science
Agri-business, Animal Production, Crop Production, Crop Management.
Graduate Studies & Research
Masters, Postgraduate Diplomas, and PhD supervision & training.
Programs & Program Finder
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Agriculture and Animal Sciences
Bachelor of Agribusiness
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Management Sciences
Bachelor of Entrepreneurship Development and Management
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Science and Education
Bachelor of Information Technology
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of surgery
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Management Sciences
Bachelor of Procurement and Supply Chain Management
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Mechanization and Irrigation Engineering
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Agriculture and Animal Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Agro-Processing Engineering
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Agriculture and Animal Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Animal Production and Management
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Science and Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Science and Education
Bachelor of Science in Education (Chemistry)
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Science and Education
Bachelor of Science in Education (Geography)
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Science and Education
Bachelor of Science in Education(Computer studies)
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Water Resource Management
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Economics
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Science and Education
Bachelor of Science in Statistics
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Water Resources Engineering
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Management Sciences
Bachelor of Tourism & Travel Management
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Short Courses • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Certificate in Automotive Repair, Operation and Maintenance
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Certificate • Faculty of Agriculture and Animal Sciences
Certificate in General Agriculture
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Short Courses • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Certificate in Irrigation Technologies and Innovations
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Short Courses • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Certificate in Post-Harvest Handling and Processing Technologies
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Short Courses • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Certificate in Welding and Metal Part Fabrication
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Diploma • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Diploma in Agricultural Engineering
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Diploma • Faculty of Agriculture and Animal Sciences
Diploma in Animal Production & Management
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Diploma • Faculty of Agriculture and Animal Sciences
Diploma in Crop Production and Management
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Diploma • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Diploma in Electronics and Electrical Engineering
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Undergraduate • Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Diploma in Ginning and Industrial Engineering
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Diploma • Faculty of Management Sciences
Diploma in Records & Information Management
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Diploma • Faculty of Management Sciences
Diploma in Tourism & Travel Management
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HEAC • Faculty of Science and Education
Higher Education Access Certificate in Biology and Agriculture
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HEAC • Faculty of Science and Education
Higher Education Access Certificate in Biology and Chemistry
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HEAC • Faculty of Science and Education
Higher Education Access Certificate in English Language and Literature In English
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HEAC • Faculty of Science and Education
Higher Education Access Certificate in Mathematics and Chemistry
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HEAC • Faculty of Science and Education
Higher Education Access Certificate in Physics and Mathematics
Programme detailsGraduate Studies
Advanced training and research supervision across disciplines.
MSc Programmes
Civil, Environmental, Mechanical & Industrial, and more.
PhD Supervision
Energy Engineering, Water Systems, Smart Infrastructure, Public Health.
Scholarships & Funding
Grants, assistantships, and research calls for graduate students.
Admissions are open
Join a vibrant community of scholars and innovators. Undergraduate, postgraduate and short course intakes available.
Centers & Laboratories
Interdisciplinary hubs for innovation, testing, and community impact.
Water Resources & Hydraulics Lab
Hydraulics, hydrology, EPANET & SWMM modelling, field instrumentation.
Materials & Structures Lab
Concrete, geotechnics, structural testing, pavement materials.
ICT Innovation Hub
Embedded systems, networking, AI/ML applications for local challenges.
E‑Learning
Access courses, quizzes, and resources through our LMS.
Student Login
Sign in to access enrolled courses, assignments, and grades.
Instructor Portal
Create courses, publish materials, manage assessments.
Help & Guides
Video walkthroughs and quick‑start manuals for learners and staff.
Health, Alumni & Partnerships
Services for campus wellbeing and long‑term engagement.
Health Services
Student clinics, counseling, medical referrals & insurance.
Alumni
Stay connected, mentor students, support scholarships & research.
Partnerships
Industry, government, and community collaborations & MoUs.
ICT Services
Accounts, Wi‑Fi, email, labs, helpdesk, cybersecurity.
Leadership & Governance
University Council, Senate, and Senior Management.
Office of the Vice Chancellor
Vision, strategic direction, speeches & reports.
University Council
Members, committees, and policy documents.
Senate
Academic governance, regulations, and approvals.
Quality Assurance
Academic audits, programme reviews, and continuous improvement.
Policies & Frameworks
QA handbooks, guidelines, and templates.
Programme Review
NCHE compliance and curriculum updates.
Surveys & Feedback
Course evaluations and tracer studies.
Our Campuses
Multi‑campus footprint serving the nation.
Main Campus — Busitema
Administrative HQ, core engineering & sciences.
Arapai
Agriculture & Natural Resources.
Mbale
Health & Allied programs.
Nagongera
Education & ICT.
Namasagali
Management & Social Sciences.
Pallisa
Emerging academic initiatives.
Policy Briefs
Translating our academic research into actionable insights for policymakers.
National Water Policy Updates
Recommendations based on our Smart Water Networks findings regarding efficiency limits.
Guidelines for Sustainable Mining
Evidence-based policies for mitigating environmental degradation in artisanal mining.
Post-Harvest Losses Mitigation
A policy framework extending our Agro-innovation research to national agricultural extension workers.
Procurement & Tenders
Open bids, RFQs, supplier registration, notices & awards.
Open Tenders
- Supply of Laboratory Equipment — Closing: 30 Sep 2025
- Civil Works for New Lecture Block — Closing: 15 Oct 2025
Careers
- Lecturer, Water Resources Engineering
- Assistant Lecturer, Computer Engineering
- Procurement Officer (PDU)
Research Projects & Innovation
From water security to digital transformation—our research addresses national priorities.
Smart Water Networks
IoT, SCADA, leak detection, energy‑efficient operations for utilities.
Sustainable Mining & Environment
Restoration, pollution mapping, risk & health interventions.
Agro‑innovation & Food Systems
Sustainable irrigation, post‑harvest processing, value‑addition.
Learning Resources
Everything for current students and staff in one place.
Student Portal
Registration, fees, transcripts, and results.
Timetables & Exams
Teaching schedules, exam timetables, moderation and results posting.
Staff Intranet
Policies, HR forms, performance agreements, and tools.
Research News
The latest updates, stories, and highlights from our research teams.
University Library
Catalog search, e‑journals, theses repository, referencing tools.
Contact Us
Reach the Registrar, Admissions, or specific Faculties.
Busitema, Eastern Uganda
+256 454448808
vc.adm@busitema.ac.ug
Faculties, Schools and Centers of Excellence
CONTACT US
- Jinja - Malaba Road
- P.O.BOX 236, Tororo
- Tel, +256454448808
- Email: vc.adm@busitema.ac.ug
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