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About Lira University
A Beacon Centre for Applied Sciences and Technology
Lira University is one of the public Universities in Uganda. It started as a Constituent College of Gulu University in 2009 and attained autonomy as a fully-fledged Public University through an Act Parliament under Statutory Instrument 2015 No. 35 on the 16th July, 2015.
It was established on a niche of training students in Health Sciences. It has the first University Teaching Hospital in Uganda.
Main Administration Building
Why Study at Lira University
Our Mission is to provide access to Higher Education and Research and to conduct professional training for the delivery of appropriate Health Services directed towards sustainable healthy Community and Environment
Student Welfare
Academics
Academics
We are happy that the management has made a commitment to install security lights along the streets within the University.
The Library has been well utilized by students and it is always opened and closed at scheduled time.
Lectures were generally conducted well during the semester and assessments such as progressive tests and course works were given to students normally.
There were no major complaints of intimidation by lecturers or other students that would negatively affect their emotional wellbeing that would in turn affect their academic performance.
A good number of our students attended educational institutions exhibitions in Kampala organized by National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) in Academic Year 19/20 and in their capacities were built and enabled their exposure to other Students and stakeholders.
This made them market their talents as well as advertising the University generally.
Health
Health at the University
The Teaching Hospital has helped boost the students’ health care and their general wellbeing.
The Students who needed emergency health care service especially at night were helped by use of University Ambulance whose drivers always act quickly whenever any student would report on any medical emergency issue.
Sanitary materials like hand washing facilities were provided at different toilets to boost good sanitation, hygiene and other health related practices.
Security
Security of Students on Campus
Students’ security issues have been fairly well as no any serious case of insecurity was registered as the students are always at the right place they are required to be and we encourage them to always carry along with them identification cards.
Security Officers have improved their coordination with students and are able to help whenever informed or called for action.
It is therefore necessary that the security tram remains vigilant at all times.
Accommodation
Accommodation Near the University
Accommodation of students has been good for much of the time with the guidance of the University Warden in ensuring safety and security of students within hostels with constant and ongoing engagement of the hostel owners to improve the welfare of the entire students living in hostels.
The Guild leaders under Campus and off-Campus Affairs Minister and Social and Cultural Affairs Minister have always been surveying in the hostels and collected relevant data.In this way they made relevant recommendations for monitoring of student’s welfare in the hostels.
To view and book a hostel online, please visit the Beacon Hostels application through the following ways:
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Academic Programs
Undergraduate Studies – Direct Entry
Diploma – Undergraduate Studies
| Program Title | Intake | Duration | Study Time | Faculty/ School | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Economics | August | 3 years | Weekdays/ Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | Two Principal passes in Economics and either Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Computer or Entrepreneurship at the same sitting of the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education Examinations (U.A.C.E) or a relevant Mature Age Certificate from a recognized Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Science with Education (Physical Sciences) | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | Two Principal Passes in Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry at A’ level obtained at the same sitting or a relevant Mature Age Certificate from a recognized Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Science with Education (Biological Sciences) | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | Two Principal Passes in Biology, Chemistry or Geography at A’ level obtained at the same sitting or a relevant Mature Age Certificate from a recognized Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Science with Education (Agriculture Double Main) | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | Two Principal Passes in Biology, Geography, Agriculture or Chemistry in their Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (U.A.C.E.) obtained at the same sitting or a relevant Mature Age Certificate from a recognized Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Science with Education (Economics) | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | Two Principal Passes in Mathematics, Economics and Geography at A’ level obtained at the same sitting. |
| Bachelor of Science in Midwifery | August | 4 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery | Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry obtained at the same sitting and at least credit in English and Mathematics at ‘O’ Level. |
| Bachelor of Science in Public Health | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Public Health | A Principal pass in Biology and in any one of the following subjects; Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography, Mathematics, Food and Nutrition or Physics obtained at the same sitting and Uganda Certifi cate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent with at least passes in English and Mathematics. |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences | A Principal pass in Mathematics and in any one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Technical Drawing, Food and Nutrition or Agriculture obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Commerce | August | 3 years | Weekdays/ Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | A Principal pass in Mathematics and/ or Economics and in one of the following; Physics, Geography or Entrepreneurship obtained at the same sitting or a Mature Age Certifi cate from a recognised Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalent |
| Bachelor of Business Administration |
August | 3 years | Weekdays/ Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | A Principal pass in Economics and /or Entrepreneurship and in one of the following; Mathematics, Physics or Geography obtained at the same sitting or a Mature Age Certifi cate from a recognised Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Public Administration and Management | August | 3 years | Weekdays/ Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | Principal passes in any two of the ‘A’ Level Subjects obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Science in Community Psychology and Psychotherapy |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Medicine | Principal passes in any two of the ‘A’ Level Subjects obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Management Sciences | Two Principal passes in Economics or Entrepreneurship and either Mathematics, Physics, Geography, or others at the same sitting of the Uganda Advanced Certifi cate of Education Examinations (U.A.C.E) or its equivalent or a Mature Age Certifi cate from a recognised Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Computer Education | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | Two principal passes in Mathematics and Physics and either Economics, Chemistry, Geography, or Entrepreneurship at the same sitting of the Uganda Advanced Certifi cate of Education Examinations (U.A.C.E) or a Mature Age Certificate from a recognized Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences | At least 2 Principal passes at the same sitting at Uganda Advanced Certifi cate of Education (UACE) in any two subjects. At least fi ve passes obtained at the same sitting at Uganda Certifi cate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Human Resource Management | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Management Sciences | Principal passes in any two Subjects obtained at the same sitting in their Uganda Advanced Certifi cate of Education (U.A.C.E.) obtained at the same sitting or a relevant Mature Age Certifi cate from a recognized Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalence. |
| Bachelor of Library and Information Science | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences | At least two Principal passes in any two subjects at the Uganda Advanced Certifi cate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent. At least fi ve passes obtained at the same sitting at Uganda Certifi cate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent. |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Animation | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences | Two Principal passes in Uganda Advanced Certifi cate of Education (UACE) with at least a subsidiary pass in ‘A’ Level Sub-Math or ICT |
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | August | 5 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Medicine | Applicants must have: i) Sat the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations (or equivalent) and obtained five relevant credits. ii) Obtained Principal Passes in Biology and Chemistry and at least a Subsidiary Pass in Physics or Mathematics in Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (U.A.C.E) or its equivalent at the same sitting |
Undergraduate Studies – Diploma Entry
Diploma Entry – Undergraduate Studies
| Program Title | Intake | Duration | Study Time | Faculty/ School | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Economics | August | 3 years | Weekdays/ Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | At least a Second-Class Diploma in the relevant fields such as Diploma in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science and Education (Mathematics) awarded from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning. |
| Bachelor of Computer Education | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | Second Class/Credit Diploma in Education majoring in Physics and mathematics, Technical Diploma in Science disciplines or Engineering from NCHE recognized/ accredited institution. |
| Bachelor of Science with Education (Agriculture Double Main) | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | The candidate must possess a UACE Certificate or Equivalent and must have obtained a Diploma in Agriculture-related disciplines (e.g., Diploma in Agriculture, Diploma in Agriculture Education or Diploma in Education (Biology/Chemistry)) of at least a second class standing from a recognized institution. |
| Bachelor of Science with Education (Biological Sciences) | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | The candidate must possess a UACE certificate or equivalent and must have obtained a Diploma in a science related discipline of at least a second class standing from a recognized institution. |
| Bachelor of Science with Education (Physical Sciences) | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | The candidate must possess a UACE certificate or equivalent and must have obtained a Diploma in a science related discipline of at least a second class standing from a recognized institution. |
| Bachelor of Science in Midwifery | August | 4 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery | Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery obtained from a recognised Institution, equivalent to a Second Class Upper Diploma and a Certificate of Registration from a Professional Body. |
| Bachelor of Science in Public Health | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Public Health | Second Class/Credit Diploma in health related discipline or Second Class Diploma in Education majoring in Biology and Chemistry from a recognised Institution |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Education Majoring in Mathematics and Physics or Technical Education obtained from a recognized Institution. |
| Bachelor of Commerce | August | 3 years | Weekdays/ Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma in Statistics, Accounting, Secretarial Studies, Cooperative and Business related studies or Education with Business Studies obtained from a recognised Institution. |
| Bachelor of Business Administration |
August | 3 years | Weekdays/ Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma in Statistics, Accounting, Secretarial Studies, Cooperative and Business related studies or Education with Business Studies obtained from a recognised Institution. |
| Bachelor of Public Administration and Management | August | 3 years | Weekdays/ Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a recognised Institution. |
| Bachelor of Science in Community Psychology and Psychotherapy |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Medicine | Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a recognised Institution. |
| Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Management Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma in a Business related course awarded from a recognized institution of higher learning. |
| Bachelor of Human Resource Mannagement | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Management Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline awarded from a recognized institution of higher learning. |
| Bachelor of Science in Library and Information Science | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a recognized Institution. |
| Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology | August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a recognized Institution |
| Bachelor of Science in Computer Animations |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Computing and Information Sciences | Second Class/Credit Diploma obtained from a recognised Institution. The diploma programme must have involved Computer Animation or Computer Graphics as a major subject |
| Bachelor of Education External- Primary |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | At least a Second-Class Diploma in Primary Education, or Teacher Education from a recognised Institution. |
| Bachelor of Education External-Secondary |
August | 3 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Education | At least a Second-Class Diploma in Secondary Education from a recognised Institution. |
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery | August | 5 years | Weekdays | Faculty of Medicine | Applicants must have: i. A Diploma in a relevant health discipline (Medical Laboratory Science, Radiography, Physiotherapy, Anaesthesia, Clinical Medicine, Ophthalmic Clinical Medicine, Environmental Health Science, Public Health, Public Health Dentistry, Pharmacy Technicians, Psychiatric Clinical Medicine, Orthopaedic Clinical Medicine, Nursing Midwifery and Comprehensive Nursing) ii. At least one Principal Pass in Either Biology or Chemistry in UACE or its equivalence. iii. A working experience of at least two (2) years in a related field |
Postgraduate Studies
Postgraduate Studies
| Program Titles | Intake | Duration | Study Time | Faculty/ School | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Master of Business Administration |
August | 2 years | Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | A Second Class/Credit honours Bachelors’ degree from a recognized institution; recognized professional qualifi cations and any other relevant qualifi cation. |
| Master of Public Health | August | 2 years | Weekends | Faculty of Public Health | Bachelors’ degree in Public Health, Environmental Health Science, Medicine and Surgery, Dental Surgery, Nursing, Midwifery, Veterinary Medicine, Biological Sciences, Community Psychology, Arts in Social Sciences and Development studies and any other Health Related Programme. |
| Master of Arts in Public Administration and Management | August | 2 years | Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | Applicants will be expected to have obtained a second-class honours degree or its equivalent in any discipline from a recognised University. Or
Applicants without prior degree in the Humanities and social sciences Prospective applicants will be admitted only if they pass the Graduate Admission Management Test (GMAT) of the Department of Public Administration and Management, Lira University. |
| Post Graduate Diploma in Public Administration & Management |
August | 1 years | Weekends | Faculty of Management Sciences | Applicants will be expected to have obtained a degree or its equivalent in any discipline from a recognised University or Other Degree Awarding Institution |
| Master of Midwifery Science | August | 2 years | Weekday | Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery | Applicants for MMS Programme must hold; i) A Bachelor of Midwifery Science (BMS) or an equivalent from a recognized institution. ii) A Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNS) or an equivalent from a recognized institution. iii) Applicants with BNS or an equivalent must have at least 10 credit units (CUs) in essential midwifery courses (antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum). iv) At least two years of post-degree internship clinical practice, 1 of which should be in maternal child health or maternity clinical practice areas for both BNS and BMS entry schemes. At least four years of post-diploma clinical experience plus the 1-year of the post-BNS or post-BMS degree internship clinical practice would also suffi ce for candidates who upgraded their education from Diploma to the BNS or BMS degrees through the diploma entry scheme. v) A valid practicing license from a recognized licensing body for all applicants including international students (such as Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council). vi) Two references (one academic and one professional). vii) International English Language Tests (IELTS) scores (required of all international student applicants). viii) Equated professional and academic documents by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) and Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council (UNMC) are required for all international student applicants. |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Management |
August | 1 year | Weekday | Faculty of Management Sciences | A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant fi eld from a recognized Institution by the NCHE. At least a Second-Class Diploma awarded from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning plus a full Professional Qualifi cation from a Chartered Institute such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPS etc. |
E-Learning Service
Open Distance & e-Learning (ODeL) system has been adopted
Open Distance and E-Learning (ODEL) system is a blended way of teaching and learning which shall endorse continuous learning on and off campus.
To access the E-Learning platform, please go to TheBEE. To log into this platform, you shall be required to fill in your University Email address as Username and password created by the ICT Department.
You can acccess the site at: thebee.lirauni.ac.ug
Lira University Teaching Hospital
The first Teaching Hospital in Uganda
Lira University Hospital is well known for training medical and allied health students. The hospital also offers clinical services to the communities in and around the University and sometimes even referrals for outside the Lango sub region. It is a 110 bed hospital…..
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