Uganda

Uganda Martyrs University is a Catholic founded private university. UMU whose main campus is located at Nkozi 82 kms west of Kampala, the Capital of Uganda, was started in October 1993 with 84 students and two academic departments. To date, the total enrolment of students is over two-thousand (2,000), of whom four hundred and sixty (460) are full-time resident on campus, while the rest are following distance-learning programs and part-time programs. This international atmosphere offers a good study experience to the students and staff as well as an opportunity for a rich cultural exchange.

The University has a well stocked library, an African Research and Documentation Centre, a computer network with a stable internet link, excellent catering facilities, sports facilities, a supermarket and recreation rooms.

Generally Nkozi enjoys a typical tropical climate with temperatures averaging about 26 C during the night and 16 C at night. The hottest months are from December to February. The rainy seasons are from April to May and October to November.

Academic departments at UMU are: Institute of Ethics and Development Studies, Faculty of Business Administration and Management, Centre for Extra-Mural Studies and Distance-Learning, Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Building Technology and Architecture, Faculty of Agriculture, and Faculty of Education. All courses are taught in English.

The following documents from 2008-09 academic year are available for viewing for reference purposes only:

- BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ETHICS AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES Tentative Curriculum 2008-2009

- INSTITUTE OF ETHICS AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES Handbook 2008-2009

Autumn semester: August – December

Spring semester: January - May 

http://www.fiuc.org/umu/

Tuition is paid directly to the host university. The approximate cost of tuition and room/board for one semester in 2009-10 academic year was US$1610. 

Students are responsible for covering additional costs, including administration fee*, airfare, passport, student visa, books, health insurance, meals, and personal expenses.

*$100 administration fee is payable upon acceptance by Saint Mary’s.

Note 1: Please use the Financial Planning Worksheet found in the Financial Planning section of our website to calculate your costs.

Note 2: Visit the Funding and Awards section of our website to find out about financial support.

Past students advised the following sample budget (CAD$) per semester:

Tuition/accommodation/food	$1750
Communication	$250
Miscellaneous (shopping, souvenirs)	$250
Immunizations	$400
Medical/dental/optical (incl insurance)	$300
Airfare	$3000
Local transportation	$200
Visa	$150
Books and supplies	$10
Entertainment (including travel)	$1500

The University has seven halls of residence on the main campus and five additional privately owned halls off the main campus for the full time students who reside on campus. Students are accommodated within double rooms that are spacious with ample light, providing the students with an environment conducive to study. Day students may reside off campus. UMU also has a guest house for the visiting lecturers and other guests of the University.

Students must apply for a visa. For more information, visit the website of the Uganda High Commission at: www.ugandahighcommission.ca or call (613) 789-7797.   

For questions that are not answered above, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions.

Miyuki Arai, Project Manager - International Mobility
International Activities
Phone: 496-8725         Office: The Oaks 106
Email: mobility.international@smu.ca