Makerere University Annual Report 2013
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Makerere University Sunday 24: Where is Science in Africa? Monday 25: The ‘wow factor’ – Cutting edge science in Africa Tuesday 26: Health in Africa – How far is African science helping fight global disease Wednesday 27: Agriculture – What can African science do to help feed Africa? Thursday 28: The Future – Can Africa become a centre for global excellence in Science? ANNUAL REPORT 2013 Foreword In compliance with the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act 2001, I am pleased to present to you the Makerere University Annual Report 2013. The report is based on the thematic areas outlined in the Makerere University Strategic Plan 2008/09-2018/19. It highlights the achievements and key focus areas for the calendar year 2013. These give a broad overview of the University’s efforts towards her Mission To provide innovative teaching, learning, research and services responsive to National and Global needs. A number of milestones have been accomplished in 2013 and these include among others: the conclusion of the Mak@90 year-long celebrations where we launched the construction of the Student Centre initiative as the cornerstone for the celebrations; the continued spirit of the Makerere University Public Lectures Series that were initiated by Hon. Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o in 1970, then Guild President; and the success story of the Female Scholarship Initiative (FSI). The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) has accredited new programmes and our webometric ranking is now 4th in Africa. The research thrust has significantly increased as we move towards our quest to be a research-driven University that addresses national development needs. Advances have been realised in the areas of agriculture, engineering, ICT and health. The link to community needs in the projects undertaken over the year is a clear manifestation of the University’s goal to move beyond the classroom. The contribution of our development partners to this initiative cannot be over-emphasised. Our commitment to all stakeholders is that Makerere University will continue to consolidate the gains made since the commencement of Makerere University Strategic Plan 2008/09-2018/19 and address the attendant challenges. Emphasis will be placed on providing quality higher education to our students in a bid to attain our Vision To be the leading institution of academic excellence and innovations in Africa. Areas of focus will include; uptake of experiential learning as we subscribe to a learner centred system; use of ICT methods; increase in classroom space in order to expand access to higher education; increased partnerships and networks; as well as emphasis on resource mobilisation through conventional mechanisms, public private partnerships and adoption of cost effective measures. It is our obligation, to take forward, the reforms and institutional structural processes outlined in the University Organisational and Research Manuals. The Directorate of Human Resources is also in the process of reviewing the Human Resource Manual in order to meet current and future staff expectations and conditions. Associated with this annual report is the 5th edition of the Makerere University Fact Book 2013/14. This provides quantitative changes in the key University aspects including staff, students and facilities. Memorable landmarks for the year include the changes in leadership at Institutional and College levels. The search process for College Principals and their Deputies; Deputy Vice Chancellors and a new Vice Chairperson of Council was completed. iii Needless to say is the continued struggle to run the institution with limited resources in a competitive environment with ever-increasing education requirements. The advent of the information age, globalisation and the prerequisite to fit within knowledge based era demands for more commitment from higher education resource providers, especially Government. This will enable Uganda to fit within internationally set standards that recognise human capital and particularly higher education as the engine of economic development. I would like to thank the University Council, Management, Senate, the College leadership and all members of staff for the contribution to 2013 milestones. To the Government of Uganda and our development partners that have stood the test of time, Makerere University will continue to value its partnership with you and will forever be grateful for your support towards research and innovations. On a personal level, 2013 has been my maiden year in the Office of the Vice Chancellor. This opportunity has presented me with lifetime experience and has marked the epitome of my career within the University system. I thank the Makerere University Community for the exceptional support accorded to my office and the entire Management. I continue to call upon your enhanced teamwork, openness and accountability especially in the dispensation of your duties. I conclude by calling upon Alumni of the University to join in the drive to put up the Students’ Centre. The multi-million complex will enhance students’ University experience and make us proud, as We Build for the Future. Professor John Ddumba-Ssentamu VICE-CHANCELLOR iv Table of Contents FOREWORD ................................................................................................................................ iii TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................ V CONTRIBUTING OFFICERS ...................................................................................................... vii ACRONYMS ............................................................................................................................... viii 1. ORGANISATION AND MANAGEMENT ................................................................................1 1.1. UNIVERSITY GOVERNANCE ........................................................................................1 1.1.1. Makerere University Academic Staff Association leadership passes the Mantle ........2 1.1.2. Student Governance ................................................................................................3 1.2. MAKERERE UNIVERSITY celebrates 90 YEARS (MAK@90) ................................3 1.2.1. Celebrating 50 years of Partnership between Norway and Mak ..............................3 1.2.2. BBC Science Festival ..............................................................................................4 1.2.3. Celebrating 50 years of the University of East Africa ...............................................5 1.2.4. The Mak@90 Grand Finale .....................................................................................6 1.2.5. MTSIFA marks 75 years ...........................................................................................6 1.2.6. 18th International Conference on Social Development ...........................................7 2. TEACHING AND LEARNING ................................................................................................8 2.1. ACADEMIC PROFILE .....................................................................................................8 2.1.1. Student Admission......................................................................................................9 2.1.2. Student Output: Makerere Holds 63rd Graduation Ceremony ................................. 10 2.1.3. New Programmes for National Development .......................................................... 12 2.2. ICT IN TEACHING AND LEARNING ........................................................................... 14 2.3. UNIVERSITY RANKINGS ............................................................................................ 16 2.4. IMPROVING STUDENT PRACTICAL SKILLS THROUGH OUTREACH ACTIVITIES.16 2.5. INTERNATIONALISATION .......................................................................................... 18 2.5. CAPACITY BUILDING TO IMPROVE TEACHING & LEARNING ................................ 20 3. RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS ...................................................................................... 22 3.1 COLLEGE BASED RESEARCH Initiatives ............................................................. 22 3.1.1. College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences .................................................. 22 3.1.2. College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources & Biosecurity (COVAB) .......... 24 3.1.3. College of Health Sciences .................................................................................... 24 3.1.4. College of Computing & Information Sciences (CoCIS) ......................................... 26 3.1.5. College of Natural Sciences ................................................................................... 27 3.1.6. College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) ................................. 27 3.1.7. College of Engineering, Design Art & Technology (CEDAT) .................................. 28 3.2 INSTITUTIONAL Capacity BUILDING FOR RESEARCH ........................................ 28 3.2.1. Sida Bilateral Collaborative Research Programme............................................... 29 v 3.2.2. Norwegian Programme for Capacity Development in Higher Education and Research for Development in Low and Medium Income Countries (2013-2018) ...... 29 3.2.3 Carnegie Corporation of New York Support for Research .................................... 31 3.2.4 USAID support for research .................................................................................