Welcome to the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Research at Busitema University. Our office is committed to advancing the university’s mission by ensuring excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and community engagement. We strive to create a dynamic academic environment that fosters intellectual growth, scientific inquiry, and technological advancements to address national and global challenges.
At Busitema University, we recognize that quality education, impactful research, and strong industry partnerships are essential for national development. We are dedicated to shaping the next generation of leaders, scholars, and innovators by strengthening academic programs, enhancing research capacity, and promoting collaboration across disciplines.
I invite all students, staff, researchers, innovators and partners to engage with us as we work towards transforming higher education, advancing research, and making a meaningful contribution to society.
About the Office
The principal focus of the Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Research is to advance the university’s mission by promoting excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and community engagement. The DVC-AA oversees the formulation and implementation of academic policies, research strategies, and quality assurance frameworks to ensure the highest standards of education at the University
In accordance with Section 32 of the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001 (as amended), the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs serves as the First Deputy Vice Chancellor and assumes the functions of the Vice Chancellor on his/her absence. The Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs oversees key divisions and units that promote academic excellence and research development. These include faculties, institutes, directorates (Directorate of graduate studies Research and innovation, Directorate of Quality Assurance, Directorate of Open Distance and ELearning), the University Library, and the Academic Registrar’s Department.
Saphina Biira, an Associate Professor of Physics is the current Deputy Vice Chancellor academic Affairs and Research, having previously served as the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, Head of Quality Assurance and Director Graduate Studies Research and Innovation where she contributed to enhancing academic standards and institutional effectiveness.
