P.O.

Box 1035

LIRA UNIVERSITY
Lira, Uganda
Tel: +256 471 660709
Web: www.lirauni.ac.ug
Email: academicregistrar@lirauni.ac.ug
OFFICE OF THE ACADEMIC REGISTRAR

(CALL FOR APPLICATIONS-2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR)

The Academic Registrar - Lira University invites ONLINE applications for the August intake in the following Programmes offered at the University for the 2024/2025 Code Tuition Fees per Semester
Academic Year. The deadline for submission of Applications is Friday, 31st May, 2024.
Lira University is a Public University established on the 8th day of July, 2015 under the Statutory Instrument No. 35 of 2015, and under section 22 (I) of the Universities Programme Minimum Requirements Duration (UGX for
(UGX for East African
and Other Tertiary Institutions Act of 2001 as amended. Weekday Slots International
Nationals)
Weekend Students)
1. UNDERGRADUATE DIPLOMA SCHEME PROGRAMMES OFFERED AT LIRA UNIVERSITY UNDER GOVERNMENT SPONSORSHIP. LIT LIW Bachelor of Informa- At least 2 Principal passes at the same sitting at
tion and Communica- Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)
1.1 Diploma Holders Applying for Admission under Government Sponsorship. tion Technology. in any two subjects. At least five passes obtained at 50
Code Programme Minimum Requirements Slots Duration the same sitting at Uganda Certificate of Education
(UCE) or its equivalent. 3 Years 950,000 1,900,000
LMS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, i. A Diploma in a relevant health discipline (Medical Laboratory Science, Radi- 2 5 years
(MBChB), (Fulltime). ography, Physiotherapy, Anaesthesia, Clinical Medicine, Ophthalmic Clinical LCA ------- Bachelor of Science in Two Principal passes in Uganda Advanced Certifi-
Medicine, Environmental Health Science, Public Health, Public Health Computer Animations. cate of Education (UACE) with at least a subsidiary
Dentistry, Pharmacy Technicians, Psychiatric Clinical Medicine, Orthopaedic Fulltime. pass in ‘A’ Level Sub-Math or ICT. 50 3 Years 950,000 1,900,000
Clinical Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery and Comprehensive Nursing). EPY ------- Bachelor of Science Two Principal Passes in Mathematics, Physics or
ii. At least one Principal Pass in either Biology or Chemistry in UACE or its with Education Chemistry at A’ level obtained at the same sitting or
equivalence. (Physical Sciences)- a relevant Mature Age Certificate from a recognized 30 3 years
iii. A working experience of at least two (2) years in a related field. Fulltime. Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalence. 885,500 1,771,000
iv. A Certificate of Registration from a Professional Body.
Bachelor of Midwifery Science, (Weekdays). Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery obtained from a recognised Institution, equivalent 2 4 years EBI ------- Bachelor of Science Two Principal Passes in Biology, Chemistry or Ge-
LSM to a Second-Class Upper Diploma and a Certificate of Registration from a with Education ography at A’ level obtained at the same sitting or a
Professional Body. (Biological Sciences)-relevant Mature Age Certificate from a recognized 30 3 years
Fulltime. Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalence. 885,500 1,771,000
PHL Bachelor of Science in Public Health, (Week- Second Class/Credit Diploma in Health-related discipline or Second-Class Diploma 2 3 years
days). in Education majoring in Biology and Chemistry from a recognised Institution and a EAG ------- Bachelor of Science Two Principal Passes in Biology, Geography, Ag-
Certificate of Registration from a Professional Body. with Education riculture or Chemistry in their Uganda Advanced
LCP Bachelor of Science in Community Psychology Minimum of Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a 2 3 years (Agriculture Double Certificate of Education (U.A.C.E.) obtained at the 30
and Psychotherapy, (Weekdays). recognised Institution. Main) , Fulltime. same sitting or a relevant Mature Age Certificate 3 years
LCS Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Second Class/Credit Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Education 2 3 years from a recognized Centre accredited by NCHE or 885,500 1,771,000
(Weekdays). Majoring in Mathematics and Physics or Technical Education obtained from a its equivalence.
recognized Institution. EEC ------- Bachelor of Science Two Principal Passes in Economics and Mathemat-
EPY Bachelor of Science with Education- (Physical Minimum of a Second Class/Credit Diploma in Science Education - Physical from a 1 3 years with Education, (Eco- ics or Geography at A’ level obtained at the same 30 3 years
885,500 1,771,000
Sciences), Fulltime. recognized Institution. nomics)- Fulltime. sitting.
EBI Bachelor of Science with Education- (Biological Minimum of Second Class/Credit Diploma in Science Education - Biological from a 1 3 years 2.2 Diploma Holders Applying for Admission under Private Sponsorship Scheme.
Sciences), Fulltime. recognized Institution.
EEC Bachelor of Science with Education- (Econom- Minimum of a Second Class/Credit Diploma in Education (Economics/Geography or 1 3 years Code Tuition Fees per Semester
ics), Fulltime. Economics/Mathematics subject combinations) from a recognized Institution. (UGX for (UGX for
Week- Programme Minimum Requirements Slots Duration
EAG Bachelor of Science with Education- (Agriculture Minimum of Second Class/Credit Diploma in Agriculture-related disciplines (e.g., 1 3 years. East African International
day
Double Main), Fulltime. Diploma in Agriculture, Diploma in Agriculture Education or Diploma in Education Nationals) Students)
(Biology/Chemistry).
Diploma in Nursing or Midwifery obtained from a recognised Institu-
Bachelor of Midwifery
2. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES OFFERED AT LIRA UNIVERSITY UNDER PRIVATE SPONSORSHIP SCHEME. ------- tion, equivalent to a Second-Class Upper Diploma and a Certificate
Science.
2.1 Those Holding Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education Applying for Admission under Private Sponsorship Scheme. of Registration from a Professional Body.
LSM 4 4 years 1,545,600 3,091,200
Code Tuition Fees per Semester Minimum of Second Class/Credit Diploma in health-related disci-
Bachelor of Science in
Programme Minimum Requirements Duration (UGX for ------- pline or Second-Class Diploma in Education majoring in Biology and
(UGX for East African Public Health 13 3 years 1,545,600 3,091,200
Weekday Slots International Chemistry from a recognised Institution.
Nationals) PHL
Weekend Students)
LMS ------- Bachelor of Medicine i. Applicants must have sat the Uganda Cer- Bachelor of Science in
Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a
and Bachelor of tificate of Education (UCE) examinations (or ------- Community Psychology 15 3 years 966,000 1,932,000
LCP recognised Institution.
Surgery (MBChB), equivalent) and obtained five relevant credits. and Psychotherapy
Fulltime. ii. Obtained Principal Passes in Biology and 20 5 years i. A Diploma in a relevant health discipline (Medical
Chemistry and at least a Subsidiary Pass in 2,500,000 5,000,000 Laboratory Science, Radiography, Physiotherapy, Anaes-
Physics or Mathematics in Uganda Advanced thesia, Clinical Medicine, Ophthalmic Clinical Medicine,
Certificate of Education (U.A.C.E) or its equiva- Environmental Health Science, Public Health, Public Health
lent at the same sitting. Bachelor of Medicine Dentistry, Pharmacy Technicians, Psychiatric Clinical
and Bachelor of Surgery Medicine, Orthopaedic Clinical Medicine, Nursing Midwifery
LSM Bachelor of Midwifery Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry obtained LMS ------- 3 5 years 2,500,000 5,000,000
(MBChB) and Comprehensive Nursing)
------- Science, (Weekdays). at the same sitting and at least credit in English and 24 4 years 1,545,600 Fulltime ii. At least one Principal Pass in either Biology or Chemistry in
Mathematics at ‘O’ Level. 3,091,200 UACE or its equivalence.
iii. A working experience of at least two (2) years in a related
PHL ------- Bachelor of Science A Principal pass in Biology and in any one of the field.
in Public Health, following subjects; Chemistry, Agriculture, Geogra- iv. A Certificate of Registration from a Professional Body.
(Weekdays). phy, Mathematics, Food and Nutrition or Physics Second Class/Credit Diploma in Statistics, Accounting, and
obtained at the same sitting and Uganda Certificate 50 3 years 1,545,600 LBG LBW Bachelor of Business Secretarial Studies, Co-operative and Business-related Course
of Education (UCE) or its equivalent with at least 3,091,200 120 3 years 1,046,500 2,093,000
Administration or Education with Business Studies obtained from a recognised
passes in English and Mathematics. Institution.
LCP ------- Bachelor of Science in Principal passes in any two of the ‘A’ Level Subjects Bachelor of Public
Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a
Community Psycholo- obtained at the same sitting or its equivalence. LPD LPW Administration and
recognised Institution. 120 3 years 885,500 1,771,000
gy and Psychothera- 60 3 years Management
py, (Weekdays). 966,000 1,932,000
Bachelor of Science in Second Class/Credit Diploma in a Business-related course awarded
LCD LCW Bachelor of Com- A Principal pass in Mathematics and/ or Economics LAD ------- 100 3 years 1,046,500 2,093,000
Accounting and Finance from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
merce and in one of the following; Physics, Geography or
Entrepreneurship obtained at the same sitting or a 100 3 years At least a Second-Class Diploma in the relevant fields such as Di-
Mature Age Certificate from a recognized Centre Bachelor of Science in ploma in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science and Education
1,288,000 2,576,000 ECD ECW 75 3 years 1,250,000 2,500,000
accredited by NCHE or its equivalence. Economics (Mathematics) awarded from a recognized Institution of Higher
Learning.
LBG LBW Bachelor of Business A Principal pass in Economics and /or Entrepre-
Administration neurship and in one of the following; Mathematics, Bachelor of Human Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline awarded from a recog-
HRD HRW
Physics or Geography obtained at the same sitting Resource Management nized institution of higher learning. 30/30 3 years 885,500 1,771,000
or a Mature Age Certificate from a recognized Cen- 120 3 years 2,093,000 Second Class/Credit Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering,
tre accredited by NCHE or its equivalence. 1,046,500
LCS Bachelor of Science in Education Majoring in Mathematics and Physics or Technical
LWC 3 years 1,449,000 2,898,000
LPD LPW Bachelor of Public Principal passes in any two Subjects obtained at the Computer Science Education obtained from a recognized Institution. 30/30
Administration and same sitting in their Uganda Advanced Certificate of Second Class/Credit Diploma in ICT.
Management Education (U.A.C.E.) obtained at the same sitting or 120 3 years Bachelor of Science in
Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a
a relevant Mature Age Certificate from a recognized LLI LLW Library and Information 50 3 Years 750,000 1,500,000
885,500 1,771,000 recognised Institution.
Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalence Science
Bachelor of Information
LAD ------- Bachelor of Science Two Principal passes in Economics or Entrepreneur- Second Class/Credit Diploma in any discipline obtained from a
LIT LIW and Communication 50 3 Years 950,000 1,900,000
in Accounting and ship and either Mathematics, Physics, Geography, or recognised Institution.
Technology.
Finance (Weekdays). others at the same sitting of the Uganda Advanced
Certificate of Education Examinations (U.A.C.E) or 75 3 years 1,046,500 Second Class/Credit Diploma obtained from a recognised Institution.
2,093,000 Bachelor of Science in
a Mature Age Certificate from a recognized Centre LCA ------- The diploma programme must have involved Computer Animation or 50 3 Years 950,000 1,900,000
Computer Animations
accredited by NCHE or its equivalence. Computer Graphics as a major subject.
ECD ECW Bachelor of Science in Two Principal passes in Economics and either Minimum of Second Class/Credit Diploma in Education/Teacher Ed-
Economics Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Computer or CEW Bachelor of Computer
CED ucation/Technical Teacher Education, IT, Computing or Engineering
Entrepreneurship at the same sitting of the Uganda Education 50 3 years 885,500
disciplines from institutions recognized/accredited by NCHE 1,771,000
Advanced Certificate of Education Examinations 75 3 years 1,250,000
(U.A.C.E) or a relevant Mature Age Certificate from Bachelor of Science The candidate must possess a UACE certificate or equivalent and
a recognized Centre accredited by NCHE or its 2,500,000 EPY ------- with Education (Physical must have obtained a Diploma in a science related discipline of at 20 3 years 885,500 1,771,000
equivalence. Sciences) least a second class standing from a recognized institution.
Bachelor of Science with Minimum of Second Class/Credit Diploma in Education- Biological
HRD HRW Bachelor of Human Principal passes in any two Subjects obtained at the
EBI ------- Education (Biological or other Biological Science related discipline from a recognized in-
Resource Manage- same sitting in their Uganda Advanced Certificate of 20 3 years 885,500 1,771,000
Sciences) stitution.
ment Education (U.A.C.E.) obtained at the same sitting or 60 3 years 885,500
a relevant Mature Age Certificate from a recognized 1,771,000 Minimum of Second class/credit Diploma in Agriculture-related disci-
Centre accredited by NCHE or its equivalence. Bachelor of Science with plines (e.g., Diploma in Agriculture, Diploma in Agriculture Education
EAG ------- Education (Agriculture or Diploma in Education (Biology/Chemistry)) from a recognized
LCS LWC Bachelor of Science in A Principal pass in Mathematics and in any one 20 3 years 885,500 1,771,000
Double Main) institution.
Computer Science. of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Ge-
ography, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Technical 75 3 years
Drawing, Food and Nutrition or Agriculture obtained 1,449,000 2,898,000 The candidate must possess a UACE Certificate or Equivalent and
at the same sitting or its equivalent. Bachelor of Science with must have obtained a Diploma in Education (Economics/Geography,
EEC -------
Education (Economics) Economics/Mathematics) of at least a second class standing from a 20 3 years 1,771,000
885,500
recognized institution.
LLI LLW Bachelor of Library At least two Principal passes in any two subjects
and Information at the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education Bachelor of Education At least a Second-Class Diploma in Primary Education, or Teacher
Science. (UACE) or its equivalent. At least five passes EEP -------
External- Primary Education from a recognised Institution. 120 3 years 580,000 1,160,000
obtained at the same sitting at Uganda Certificate 50 3 Years 50,000 1,500,000
of Education (UCE) or its equivalent. Bachelor of Education At least a Second-Class Diploma in Secondary Education from a
EES ------- 120 3 years 580,000 1,160,000
External-Secondary recognised Institution.
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3. POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES OFFERED AT LIRA UNIVERSITY UNDER PRIVATE SPONSORSHIP SCHEME. 1. HOW TO APPLY
3.1 Bachelors’ Degree Holders Applying for Admission under Private Sponsorship Scheme. Applications will be filled and submitted online using the System (AIMS) after generating the Payment Reference Number (PRN) from system
Tuition Fees per Semester to pay the application fee.
Code Programme Minimum Requirements Duration
(UGX for East (UGX for International
Slots
African Nationals) Students)

Master of Midwifery
Applicants for MMS Programme must hold;
i) A Bachelor of Midwifery Science (BMS) or an
2. LIRA UNIVERSITY ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL USER GUIDE
MMS Science - (Weekday).
ii)
equivalent from a recognized institution.
A Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNS) or an equivalent
i) Applicants will access the University’s Admission URL at http://admissions.lirauni.ac.ug
iii)
from a recognized institution.
Applicants with BNS or an equivalent must have
ii) Sign up using your full name, e-mail and Mobile number. Make sure the name is the same with that appearing on your academic documents
at least 10 credit units (CUs) in essential midwifery for your applications to be considered valid. If you had changed your name submit a photo copy of the affidavit supporting the change to the
courses (antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum).
iv) At least two years of post-degree internship clinical Admissions Office in Public Health Block.
practice, 1 of which should be in maternal child health
or maternity clinical practice areas for both BNS and iii) A password will be sent to your e-mail and mobile number you provided.
BMS entry schemes. At least four years of post-
diploma clinical experience plus the 1-year of the post- iv) The system will prompt you to change the password to the one you can easily remember.
BNS or post-BMS degree internship clinical practice
would also suffice for candidates who upgraded their 2 Years 25 2,500,000 5,000,000
v) To fill our application form, click on the ‘APPLY NOW’ button displayed on the running scheme.
education from Diploma to the BNS or BMS degrees
through the diploma entry scheme.
vi) Obtain payment advice slip/payment reference number by clicking on ‘pay for’ form button.
v) A valid practicing license from a recognized licensing
body for all applicants including international students
vii) Applicants who may find difficulties filling the online form can receive help strictly at the University’s Admissions Office in Public Health Block.
(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
Note:
applicants). 1. Advanced Level applicants are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of 50,000/= but Bachelors’ Degree and Diploma Holders are
viii) Equated professional and academic documents
by the National Council for Higher Education required to pay a non-refundable application fee of 60,000/= for East African applicants or 100,000/= and 120,000/= respectively for international
(NCHE) and Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council applicants plus a bank charge as specified by the respective banks.
(UNMC) is required for all international student
applicants. 2. Bachelors’ Degree and Diploma Holders must upload certified copies of their Academic Transcripts/Certificates on the application portal in a
MPH Master of Public Health - Bachelors’ degree in Public Health, Environmental Health
(Weekend). Science, Medicine and Surgery, Dental Surgery, Nursing, single pdf file. However, applicants with challenges have to submit certified copies of their transcripts and certificates together with a passport
Midwifery, Veterinary Medicine, Biological Sciences, Community size photograph to the Admissions Office in Public Health Block after payment of the application fees.
Psychology, Arts in Social Sciences, Development studies and 2 Years 30 5,000,000
2,500,000
any other Health Related Programme. 3. The fees indicated in the advert are ONLY Tuition fees and excludes other fees such as Functional/Administrative, Research, Accommodation etc.
MBA Master of Business A Second Class/Credit honours Bachelors’ degree from a 4. The University reserves the right NOT to offer any programme unless the number of students admissible for the programme is 25 and above.
Administration - recognized Institution; recognized professional qualifications and 2 Years 45
1,610,000 3,220,000 5. Applicants for Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), seeking admission under the Diploma Entry Scheme will be required
(Weekend). any other relevant qualification.
MPAM Master of Arts in Applicants will be expected to have obtained a Second-Class to sit/take and pass the pre-entry examinations administered by Lira University on Monday 24th June, 2024 at the Faculty of Medicine between
Public Administration honours Bachelors’ degree or its equivalent in any discipline 9:00am and 1:00pm.
and Management - from a recognised Institution or a Post-graduate diploma in
2 Years 30
(Weekend). Public Administration or Human Resource Management from 1,610,000 3,220,000 6. Applicants for Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration and Management (PGDPAM), who shall graduate with good grades shall be allowed
an Institution recognised by the National Council for Higher
Education. to proceed to Year 2, Semester 1 and complete the remaining Modules and Dissertation then be Awarded a Master of Arts in Public Administration
PGDPAM Post Graduate Diploma Applicants will be expected to have obtained a degree or its and Management (MAPAM), of Lira University.
in Public Administration equivalence in any discipline from a recognised University or
& Management – Other Degree Awarding Institution. 1Year 50 1,495,000
2,990,000 7. For further inquiries you can call the following number +256772727579.
(Weekend).

PGDFM Postgraduate Diploma in A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized

Financial Management – Institution by the NCHE. At least a Second-Class Diploma
(Weekend). awarded from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning plus a
1 Year 45 1,200,000 2,400,000
full Professional Qualification from a Chartered Institute such as
CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPS etc. Geoffrey Angela
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR