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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Uganda

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

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  1. Diploma

    Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science

    Kyambogo University 🇺🇬 Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre, Uganda

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  2. Diploma

    Diploma in Science (Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or Computer science)

    Uganda Martyrs University 🇺🇬 Nkozi 82 kms west of Kampala, Uganda

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  3. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Information Technology and Computing Entry into year 1 ITD Private 3 Years

    Kyambogo University 🇺🇬 Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre, Uganda

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  4. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science Computer Science

    Makerere University 🇺🇬 Kampala, Uganda

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  6. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Science and Information Technology

    Makerere University 🇺🇬 Kampala, Uganda

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  7. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Information Technology and Computing Entry into year 2 ITE Private 2 Years

    Kyambogo University 🇺🇬 Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre, Uganda

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  8. Certificate

    Computer Studies (certificate)

    Uganda Christian University 🇺🇬 Mukono, Uganda

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  9. Diploma

    Post Graduate Diploma in Computer science

    Makerere University 🇺🇬 Kampala, Uganda

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  10. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Science DCS Private 2 Years

    Kyambogo University 🇺🇬 Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre, Uganda

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  11. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Computer Science.

    Busoga University 🇺🇬 Iganga, Jinja, Kamuli, Bugiri, Kaliro, Uganda

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  12. Master

    Masters of Science in Computer Science

    Makerere University 🇺🇬 Kampala, Uganda

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  13. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Science

    Makerere University 🇺🇬 Kampala, Uganda

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  15. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Education

    Nkumba University 🇺🇬 Entebbe, Uganda

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  16. Diploma

    Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Computer Science

    Kampala International University 🇺🇬 Kampala, Uganda

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  17. Bachelor

    BSc-Computer Science (Bachelor)

    Cavendish University Uganda 🇺🇬 Kampala, Uganda

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  18. Diploma

    Diploma in Computer Science (DCS)

    Busoga University 🇺🇬 Iganga, Jinja, Kamuli, Bugiri, Kaliro, Uganda

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  19. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Information Technology and Computing Entry into year 2 ITD Govt./Private 2 Years

    Kyambogo University 🇺🇬 Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre, Uganda

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  20. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Information Technology and Computing Entry into year 1 ITE Private 3 Years

    Kyambogo University 🇺🇬 Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre, Uganda

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  21. Other programmes

    M. Sc. Computing & Information System

    Nkumba University 🇺🇬 Entebbe, Uganda

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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Uganda – facts and figures

In Uganda, 11 universities and colleges offer 39 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 14 Bachelor, 1 Master and 0 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Kampala, Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre, Entebbe and Iganga, Jinja, Kamuli, Bugiri, Kaliro. Institutions with the widest choice: Kyambogo University, Kampala International University and Makerere University.

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 39 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 11 institutions in Uganda. Popular cities include Kampala, Kyambogo, 8km from Kampala City Centre and Entebbe.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in Uganda?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Kyambogo University, Kampala International University, Makerere University, Nkumba University and Busoga University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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