IUEA PROSPECTUS 2020-2021 Innovation Education in Welcome to INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF EAST AFRICA I am delighted that you are considering The low cost of living and affordable International University of East Africa as an accommodation is attractive; and our excellent option for your studies. transport links to Kampala town and Entebbe Airport makes us accessible for all. We are a university that believes in offering a transformational experience for its students, Our emphasis is on treating every student as ensuring that you grow and develop in ways an individual and, alongside small teaching that you might not even yet have dreamed of. classes and personal support, this means that you will soon feel part of our community. We We are one of the strongest universities in put significant importance on developing East Africa; that means we don’t just rely on a courses where employers are actively involved heritage stretching back over many years but in course design and delivery. As a result of our focus on making history every day. Our emphasis on employability and transferable growing numbers and high graduate skills, our graduates gain good jobs quickly employability demonstrate that we are a real after graduating. Joining forces with force in the higher education sector. employers, businesses, and research organisations, we give them access to the kind International University of East Africa of people they are looking for: you. welcomes students from all around the globe to study in our fantastic location along Ggaba So come and join us for a transformational Road, Kansanga, Kampala, Uganda, the Pearl experience, one which you will never forget of Africa. Our campus is stylish and modern, and will stand you in good stead for the rest set in a thriving location where you will soon of your life. feel at home.

Professor Emeka Akaezuwa Vice-Chancellor 2 IUEA LEARNING TO SUCCEED We’re not just another university. We’re a type of university, proud to be different; proud to not follow the crowd. While many institu- tions are becoming increasingly large and impersonal, we’re com- mitted to being more supportive and distinctly more personal. Our University was founded on a bold vision of technology – a type of university that combines the best traditions with all theopportuni- ties and advances of the modern world. We love education, and we believe in its power to transform lives. Above all, we believe that this experience should be both exciting and entirely unique to the individual. Our role is to support you to the best of our abilities, to provide you with the opportunities you deserve, and to treat you as much more than just a ‘student’.

Technology is at the heart of our philosophy. The twenty-first century is characterised by change. We believe that this is something to be inspired by rather than resisted. The world is constantly evolving, and so are we. We will help you to develop the skills and insights that will always be relevant, no matter how things change further down the road. In a world where nothing ever stays the same, we all need to Learn to Succeed.

That’s what we do. Be bold and join us.

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3 4 CONTENTS 26 Contact26 Us ShortCourses24 Centre24 of Languages andProfessional Skills 22 Faculty of Science andTechnology 20 Faculty of Law 18 Faculty of Engineering 16 Faculty of Business andManagement 14 Courses 12 Admissions 10 Student Life 9 Employability 8 Destination Uganda 6 Why ChooseUs 5 About Us 4 Contents 3 Learning to Succeed 2 Welcome “ ABOUT US Exceed Explore Excel world of employment • Ourcourses are focused onthe distance every amenity within walking • Enjoy low living costs with situated andperfectly compact • Ourcampus isbeautifully relationships aswell asresearch • Ourteaching isbasedon changing world • We are auniversity for a Our University islike noother. experience to elsewhere. Studying withusisadifferent entrepreneurship. of employment and audience andthemodernworld them withatwenty-first century university traditions and aligned have absorbedthebest universities intheUganda, we As oneof thestrongest Democratic Republic of Congo Bachelor of Information Technology Joel Mugisho to achieve my results inthebest way possible. university. I amfeeling really supported andmotivated its students. IUEAcan bedefined asastudent-shaped was basedonthefact that ithassomuchto offer to My choice of International University of East Africa ” 5 • Scholarships & Free Transfers • Excellent University education at affordable fees • Interactive teaching techniques • Emphasis on practical experience, research, innovation, modern skills and humane values • Small class sizes / Low Student to Lecturer ratio • Lecture notes & slides available on elearning platform • Superb library of books & electronic resources • Free laptops for students* • Free WiFi on campus for all • Modern lecture rooms equipped with projectors • Top Professors & Lecturers from around the world • On-campus medical facilities with standby ambulance • Sports facilities for everyone • The largest auditorium in Uganda • Respect for all religious & cultural backgrounds

A thriving community of scholars & students engaged in the pursuit of advanced knowledge, Practical skills, & humane values

Globally recognized quality, practical & transferable nature of education embracing the latest technology

Dedicated to producing World Class Graduates who are masters of their Craft. IUEA has a High Employment Rate Locally & Internationally 83%

Engineering Labs & Courses to make a world of difference ensuring High Innovation

Hands-on Learning Experiences & Experiments to complement Theoretical Knowledge WHY CHOOSE US? WHY CHOOSE Scholarship Beneficiaries: Mosques, Churches, Communities, Sports, Academics, People with Disabilities 6 Welcome It is both an honor and privilege to welcome you, our dear Students to this amazing IUEA Community. I encourage you to be open to new experiences, ideas and directions. You are here because you want to be the movers and shakers of the future.

The Office of the Dean of Students urges you to meet new people, tap into new resources and join the IUEA Community. A Community that fosters personal growth, values and celebrates diversity, above all, prioritizes the well-being of all its members.

We coordinate and oversee Student health and Safety, Jane Sekitoleko Student Pass(International Students),Sports and rec- The Dean of Students reation, Student Leadership, alumni affairs, community IUEA engagement, accommodation, other areas of student life that support growth and development. Enjoy the Student experience during our stay with us and beyond.

We encourage you to embrace this journey of self-discovery. Our job is to help you get there.

Best of luck to each and every one of you.

VISION MISSION To be the To provide an excellent Technological education that includes University of choice practical experience and in Africa skills

Admissions Open January | May | August 7 8 DESTINATION UGANDA Visit iuea.ac.ug desirable places to study andlive inUganda. technology connections inKampala, evolving into oneof themost embracing its strategic central location andburgeoning that seesthings alittle differently. Proud of its heritage, IUEAis Students whocome to study inIUEAwill findanexciting campus Kampala city. national parks, foods, all within easy reach from scenery, thesource of theNile andavariety of BBC. Uganda issteeped inhistory, withbeautiful among expatriates globally, according to the country globally following asurvey conducted described asthemost hospitable andfriendliest an extensive arts scene. Uganda hasbeen thriving sites, malls, restaurants andcafés, and Uganda offers arichanddiverse cultural life, International University of East Africa across all ourdegrees. the strong emphasis onemployability andenterprise according to surveys. This high percentage confirms or furtherstudy six months after graduating, We are proud that 83% of ourgraduates were inwork EMPLOYABILITY ability. enable you to develop your employ volunteer. All of theseactivities ety, bea course representative, or part inaStudents’ Union club orsoci- start here; you could take anactive to get involved from themoment you your study. There are opportunities and employability until theendof Don’t leave thinking aboutyour career your studies could take you inlife. organisations, anddiscover where engage withemployers andoutside you to putinto practice your learning, development programmes to enable professional practice, orgraduate courses incorporate modules in employment. Many of ourdegree essential skills neededintheworld of technologies; all of which are presentations andusing digital thinking, team working, delivering involved inproblem solving, creative All of ourdegrees enable you to get development. and work onyour areas of your personal strengths andidentify you will have theopportunity to hone International University of East Africa, development. Whilst studying at academic andprofessional a job;itisaboutyour whole personal, developing relevant skills, orgetting Employability isnot just about us. will gain theknowledge you needwith skills, you can beconfident that you or adegree withmany transferable qualification withaclear career path, future career. Whether you choosea the skills you needto prepare for your A degree equipsyou withmany of - communication • Networking andeffective opportunities • Using social mediato find • Successful interview technique applications • Writing effective CVs and • Making effective career decisions • How to develop your employability IUEA offers workshops on: course. guidance onnext steps after your one-to-one careers advice and the IUEAcan supportyou with graduate. Whatever your situation, what you want to doafter you career path in mind, orhave noidea organisations. You may have aclear local, national andinternational with anopportunity to network with Career fairs oncampus provide you technnological companies world wide. diverse ascorporate and range of career paths infields as Our graduates have goneonto awide employers. range of achievements to potential graduate, enabling you to present a accredited andwill appear whenyou A numberof theseactivities are 9 10 STUDENT LIFE providing agateway to exciting possibilities andambitions. develop andflourish, establishing asoundfoundation for your future and Being anIUEAstudent isajourney of self-discovery. You can expect to Through your studies you will be able to explore a subject for The University Campus which you have a passion, developing an in-depth understanding IUEA main campus is located in Kansanga Kampala Uganda of the subject area and carving out your own specialities and and draws students from East Africa and from the rest of the interests. You will learn and practice new skills, considering how world. The International University of East Africa celebrates they can be employed in practical situations, and you will develop am multi-cultural atmosphere. For example, it is not unusual at the ability to select and tailor these skills in complex and IUEA to have a student project group made up of students from demanding situations. Uganda, Egypt, DRC, Eritrea, and Nigeria working on a problem assigned by a lecturer from New Zealand. Working with your tutors and fellow students, you will expand your abilities to communicate and work within teams, gaining IUEA is a thriving international community of Scholars and deeper insight into how you can contribute effectively. students engaged in the pursuit of advanced knowledge, practical Throughout your studies, you will be able to discover your own skills and human values. At IUEA, we are dedicated to producing strengths and preferences, equipping you to make long-term excellent graduates who are masters of their chosen fields of career and personal choices and help you to realise your goals and study, highly employable, and capable of producing new products. ambitions.

On your course you will work and study alongside your fellow Accomodation students, forming friendships and relationships that will not only The University has five hostels of residence. Three are for male help you in your studies but may also continue well beyond your students, one is for female students and one for both male and time here. female students. In total the hostels host a population of about 395 resident undergraduates (students registered to the Socially, you will have the chance to get to know other students University). The rest of the students reside outside of campus in from a wide range of cultures and nationalities and be exposed to private hostels or commute from homes. Falcon Estates many different personal beliefs and philosophies. Department & the Dean of Student Department, with the assistance from wardens are responsible for maintaining the By becoming involved in clubs and societies you will find others university hostels. The Dean of Students Department with who share your passions, be they of a sporting, educational or assistance of the wardens ensure that appropriate social nature. accommodation and other services are provided to students in accordance with their prevailing budgets. Both Private and Enrolling on a university course often marks a new start in a Government students are accommodated through this student’s life, incorporating challenges of personal independence department and allocation of rooms is done by respective hostel and responsibility. You will need to make choices about how to committees chaired by the wardens. Security on campus is the meet the demands of your course and your desires to socialise responsibility of the university security department and the and expand your horizons, as well as considering whether to Uganda police force. Private hostels provide their own security take on part-time work to support your studies. We hope that by arrangements for the students they accommodate. The Uganda exploring these factors in the university environment, you will police force patrol also provides extra security both within and be confident to stretch and test yourself knowing that there is a outside the campus. supportive structure behind you.

Students of IUEA are not only encouraged to concentrate on Student Health Services academics, but to also take part in other co-curricular activities. The University has a premier health service that provides medical facilities to students throughout their studies maintained by a The campus has first class facilities that range from an electronic team of doctors and a number of nursing assistants on a full-time library, computer labs, engineering labs, to classrooms equipped basis. The University clinic also provides health insurance to with modern facilities for top standard education. It also has students. wireless internet. The university also has a large super cozy auditorium that sits 1500 people. The university also has modern Religious Life accommodation that will make you feel at home, plus a The University is non-denominational so students have freedom cafeteria for resident students. IUEA has a wide centre for games of worship, however, all days of the week are considered working and sports with a health/first aid centre and a stand by days for purposes of lectures and examinations. ambulance for emergencies.

Students are generally expected to demonstrate high standards of Food Court moral conduct and to refrain from immoral and degrading The University café and canteen offers meals and drinks served at practices like using alcohol, smoking, taking addictive drugs, modest charges. In addition, there are other eating and reading pernicious literature, gambling and other immoral recreational places within the vicinity of the university campus. activities. Postal, Telephone & Internet Services There are postal, telephone, email and fax facilities within the Your days as a student are likely to be university and its neighborhood. Students are also free to use their own mobile telephones and connect to the campus wireless some of the most exciting, transforming internet service. and fulfilling of your life. As an IUEA student you will be presented with Student Organisations, Societies & Clubs Students are encouraged to form clubs at the university and these many different opportunities enabling are integral to a student’s extra-curricular experience. These clubs you to take charge of your own personal are meant to encourage them in social and academic interactions. and professional development. 11 General Provisions of Admission • Direct entry into a Bachelor programme a) At least five (5) passes at the Ugandan Certificate of Education (UCE) level obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent. b) At least two (2) principal passes at the Ugandan Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) level obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent. Admission will be conditional on verification upon receiving the official Ugandan National Examinations Board (UNEB) Results slips.

• Direct entry into a Diploma programme a) At least five (5) passes at the Ugandan Certificate of Education (UCE) level obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent. b) At least one (1) principal passes and two (2) subsidiary passes at the Ugandan Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) level obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent. c) A Higher Educaiton Certificaite with a ‘pass’ classification. Admission will be conditional on verification upon receiving the official Ugandan National Examinations Board (UNEB) Results slips.

• Diploma holder’s entry into a Bachelor’s degree Applicants with evidence of having completed an accredited Diploma or its equivalent from a recognized institution may be eligible for direct entry into the second year of a Bachelor’s programme with a credit classification or the first year of a Bachelor’s programme with a ‘pass’ classification.

• Direct entry into a Higher Education Certificate a) Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education with at least two subsidiary passes or its equivalent. b) Vocational Qualifications at level 2 or level 3 of the Uganda Vocational Qualifications Framework. c) Qualifications equivalent to Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) as shall be determined by the National Council in consultation with the Uganda National Examinations Board. d) Foreign students without UACE or its equivalent qualifications; who have successfully completed secondary school education and are admissible to ADMISSIONS university degree or diploma programmes in their respective home countries. Such students shall have passed at least five subjects with a minimum overall grade of C (Plain). In addition, foreign students whose studies were not conducted in English shall show proof of proficiency in the English Language.

Admission will be conditional on verification upon receiving the official Ugandan National Examinations Board (UNEB) Results slips.

• Foundation of Higher Education Certificate holder’s entry into a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree Applicants with evidence of having completed an accredited Foundation or Higher Education Certificate or its equivalent from a recognized institution may be eligible for direct entry into a Diploma with a ‘pass’ mark or Bachelor Programme with a ‘credit’ or higher classification.

12 • International applicants a) International Applicants should provide evidence of qualifications from recognized institutions from their home country or the country where they studied. b) Applicants who successfully completed a 13 year education system in their home country or the country where they studied may be considered for direct entry into a Diploma or Bachelor programme pending equating of their results from the UNEB. c) Applicants who successfully completed a 12 year education system in their home country or country where they studied may be considered for direct entry into a Degree programme provided that they were admitted onto and studied one year in a tertiary qualification in that country pending equating of their results from the NCHE. d) Applicants without with a or b are required to complete a Foundation or Higher Education Certificate.

Applicants shall be granted conditional admission for one semester pending the completion of equating of their qualifications through the required authority (UNEB or NCHE).

• Mature age entry IUEA is an inclusive institution and applicants over the age of 25 years without the required entrance requirements are encouraged to apply for our programmes and take advantage of a quality education. To apply, applicants must have passed an accredited Mature Age Entrance Examination with a pass mark of 50% through an approved Centre by the NCHE.

• Exemptions or special entry considerations Exemptions require special consideration and permission from the relevant Faculty Admissions Boards and the Senate in accordance with the University’s policies on Exemption and Credit and Accumulation and Transfer.

Graduate Studies Admissions Guidelines • Master of Business Administration a) A minimum of a Second Class (Lower division) undergraduate degree from Business, Public Administration or any related fields from a recognized University/institution. b) A Postgraduate Diploma in Business or Management, Public Administration or any closely related field from a recognized university/institution. c) Any professional business qualifications such as ACCA, CPA (U). d) Both local and foreign applicants with work experience of two years and above. e) Applicants who have not met the minimum requirements may be offered conditional admission and will be required to pass an IUEA Graduate Admission Test depending on their educational background. f) Applicants must also submit their pre-tertiary qualifications (UCE and UACE).

• Master of information Technology a) A minimum of a Second Class (Lower division) undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or any related fields from a recognized University/institution. b) A Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology or any closely related field from a recognized university/institution. c) Both local and foreign applicants with work experience of two years and above. d) Applicants who have not met the minimum requirements may be offered conditional admission and will be required to pass an IUEA Graduate Admission Test depending on their educational background. e) Applicants must also submit their pre-tertiary qualifications (UCE and UACE).

All applicants are required to have standard of English proficiency equivalent to at least IELTS 6.5 in Academic English or above. Applicants may be recommended to study IUEA’s remedial English Language courses. IUEA-CLAPS offers testing for students to determine their level of English Proficiency. 13 14 COURSES portfolio of courses. reflected inthe ethos which is own personality and schools each with their across four academic University isspread Teaching at the iuea.ac.ug/admissions staff. and scholarly activity of ouracademic and teaching, informed by theresearch leading-edge approaches to learning characterised by innovative and will experience study that is Whichever course you choose, you “ Kenya BA Business Administration Michelle Wandia to daily necessities. my uni life, from my course information Ineedabout pretty muchgive meall the website hasbeenable to from thelecturers andthe has beeneasy to get help list It whenchoosing IUEA. was ontop of my priority and student -staff ratio The admissions process ” The following pages list the courses available at International University of East Africa. Please note that applicants will need to fulfil the specific entry requirements detailed fully on the Admissions pages of our prospectus and website.

• Faculty of Business & Management Diploma in Public Administration Diploma in Business Administration Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting, Finance, Marketing) Bachelor of Public Administration Bachelor of Human Resource Management Bachelor of Economics Bachelor of Procurement & Logistics Management Bachelor of Tourism Operations & Management Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Faculty of Science & Technology CISCO Diploma in Computer Science Bachelor of Information Technology Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science & Management Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering Master of Information Technology

• Faculty of Engineering Diploma in Architecture Diploma in Civil Engineering Diploma in Electrical Engineering Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Bachelor of Science in Mobile & Satellite Communication Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering Bachelor of Architecture

• Faculty of Law Bachelor of Law

• Centre for Languages & Professional Skills Certificate in English (Beginner) Certificate in English (Elementary) Certificate in English (Pre-Intermediate) Certificate in English (Intermediate)

• Foundation Programme Higher Education Certificate in Business Higher Education Certificate in Information Technology Higher Education Certificate in Engineering Higher Education Certificate in Law

15 This exercise is instrumental in exposing FACULTY OF BUSINESS students to the real world. Many are retained & MANAGEMENT upon successful completion of their courses. This shows that an education in our Faculty Introduction increases your employability. The Faculty of Business and Management of IUEA is a hub of excellent business education where students acquire knowledge and also Courses Offered practical skills. • Diploma in Public Administration • Diploma in Business Administration The global economy is becoming more competitive due to advancements in technology • Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting, Finance, Marketing) and market forces at play. As such, business and • Bachelor of Public Administration technology have become inseparable. Efficiency • Bachelor of Human Resource Management in all spheres of business is being enabled by the • Bachelor of Economics incorporation of technology in most business • Bachelor of Procurement & Logistics processes. For instance, many businesses are Management using online strategies for purchase, sales, • Bachelor of Tourism Operations & advertising, marketing, etc. Management

Vision • Master of Business Administration (MBA) Our vision and mission are consistent with the aspirations of the university as a whole that is; To be the number one choice for Business and Careers Management in East and Central Africa. • Sales Managers • Administrative Officers Mission • Human Resources Managers • To produce world class, creative and socially • Financial Managers/Officers responsible graduates who are global thinking. • Accountants • To provide and disseminate world class • Auditors education to our students that shape • Commercial Loan Officers organizations and businesses. • Business Analyst • To integrate business and technology. • Marketing Managers • To engage meaningfully with society and • Management Consultant develop practical solutions to common problems. • Entrepreneurs • To encourage entrepreneurship and creativity • Stockbrokers • To provide an education that includes practical skills.

Internship Programme All our students in the Faculty of Business and Management are required to seek work placements so that they can apply what they have learnt at university and also receive work place exposure. The main objectives of the internship are; • To ensure that their education includes practical skills. • To prepare to them for employment. • To enable them to develop interpersonal skills. • To provide a platform where they can relate theory and practice. 16 17 Whether you join IUEA immediately after your secondary FACULTY OF ENGINEERING education or transfer to us from another institution of higher learning, we offer programmes depending on your prior Introduction qualifications and experience. There will be a clear The Faculty of Engineering at IUEA is one of the fastest facul- progression of your learning to ensure that you will be ties of engineering in Uganda and East Africa. It is gaining empowered with the necessary skills and knowledge to enter popularity among faculty leavers, parents, schools students, the corporate world. If you enter our foundation course first, and industries. This is because all the engineering programmes you will take a range of modules that will assist in offered by IUEA are currently supported by international level developing your basic engineering knowledge prior to syllabi and top quality laboratories. Our students, accordingly, entering the degree programme and this allows time for will have great employment opportunities. decision on which of our degrees you want to pursue. At all times, our staff will be able to advise you on the choices Vision available at each stage of your studies. The vision of the Faculty is to be a leading provider of Engineering and Technology based education with innovative Learning Outcomes approaches to enhancing lifelong career opportunities. This is The following programme outcomes shall be attained in your emphasized by our mission to provide engineering education completion of the degree programme. based on a theoretical, experimental, and ethical foundation and enhanced by opportunities for participation in research, • Ability to gain and apply basic principles of Mathematics, internships and interdisciplinary study. Science and Engineering. • Ability to identify engineering problems and apply basic Mission engineering principles to solve them. • To provide high quality and innovative teaching and learning • Ability to recognize and apply suitable tools and techniques that maintains professional accreditation for all its programmes. for engineering practical applications. • To provide an education based on a theoretical, experimental • Ability to investigate complex engineering problems using and ethical foundation enhanced by opportunities for research techniques. participation in research, internships and interdisciplinary • Ability to design innovative solutions for complex programmes. engineering problems. • To educate graduates for professional leadership, civic • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally. influence and lifelong learning. • Ability to comprehend and demonstrate current good practices of engineering for sustainable development and For all degrees within the Faculty, IUEA links with industry help environmental considerations. to provide internship training placements for students. • Ability to practice safety, health, social, cultural, legal and Internships are compulsory for all students as per the environmental responsibilities as an engineer. requirement of the NCHE of Uganda. • Ability to execute the responsibilities of an Engineer professionally and ethically. Internship (Industrial Training) • Ability to function effectively as a team leader or a member in a team. To meet the requirements of accreditation by the Engineering • Ability to recognize the need for, and be able to engage in Accreditation Council of NCHE of Uganda and also independent and life-long learning towards continuous compliment the theory and practical study at IUEA, a professional development. well-structured internship (industrial training) programme • Ability to demonstrate and apply the knowledge and in collaboration with industry has been incorporated into the understanding of engineering management and finance. curriculum. The structures of all the programmes offered by the • Ability to solve tasks in an international context. Faculty of Engineering include three periods of training each of 10-15 weeks. Courses Offered The main aims and objectives of the internship programme are • Diploma in Architecture to provide: • Diploma in Civil Engineering • Enhanced Employability • Diploma in Electrical Engineering • Interpersonal and Social Skills • Interrelationships of Theory and Practice • Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering • Career Preparation • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering • Insight into the World of Work • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering • Personal Development • Bachelor of Science in Mobile & Satellite Communication • Technical Development • Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering • Bachelor of Architecture This Internship programme will further enhance student’s employability. In many cases the same company at which you Careers had internship training will offer you employment as soon as • Civil Engineers • Electrical Engineers you graduate. In all cases, you will gain an invaluable insight • Mechanical Engineers into the world of work as an Engineer and be better equipped to • Petroleum Engineers position yourself for the carrier you seek. • Software Engineers • Architects • Surveyors 18

• Have the requisite qualification to pursue FACULTY OF LAW professional qualifications in law, particularly necessary for legal practice, as required by the Introduction Uganda Law Development Centre or other such The Bachelor of Law Programme (LL.B) is unique professional institutions of law. in placing a strong emphasis on communication skills and practical experience of the legal field of work throughout a student’s four years of study. Learning Outcomes Learners who are awarded the Bachelor of Law Law firms and governments want law graduates (LL.B) of the International University of East who possess excellent writing skills and Africa will have demonstrated their competence outstanding oral expertise. This programme is in each of the following areas: designed to produce law graduates who write very well, speak properly and confidently, and think • In-depth knowledge of a substantial range of critically. the concepts, values, rules and principles of the foundational subjects of law, and of the legal Further, the LL.B Programme consists of system of Uganda as well as other legal systems. courses designed to equip law graduates with a • Have cognitive skills, enabling a student to firm foundation to address contemporary issues identify the relative merits and demerits of dif- on the local and international scenes in these ferent legal and policy arguments as articulated fields: petrolem industry, mining industry, in case law and legal scholarship. alternative dispute resolution, transitional justice, • Have practical and professional skills enabling and clinical legal aid. There is also offered a course a student to provide an informed and reasoned to instil professionalism and legal ethics: Lawyers, opinion based on case law and statute of the Practice and Ethics. possible legal solutions. • Demonstrate appropriate communication skills Vision and the ability to express complex principles of To be a fountain of excellent legal knowledge and law in clear written and spoken English. skills and the edifice of legal education in Africa. • Have an informed understanding of their discipline or professional practice, and the ability Mission to question its principles, practices and To provide an excellent legal education that in- boundaries. cludes practical legal and leadership skills. Courses Offered Objectives • Bachelor of Law To train and nurture lawyers who: • Have a sound understanding of law and legal Careers institutions, so as to enable them to serve the • Lawyers needs of Uganda, East Africa and the international • Paralegals community; • Judges • Have high intellectual skills, particularly the • Consultants ability to think analytically and critically, to solve legal and related problems, and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; • Understand the social, political and economic foundations and perspectives of law. • Appreciate the role of law in social development. • Have a firm foundation for a variety of careers in public institutions, industry, commerce and the legal profession. • Have a firm foundation for further education, to extend their qualification to post graduate status.

20 21 • Graduates will apply their computer science knowledge and FACULTY OF SCIENCE skills to develop a career in an information technology oriented business or industry, or for graduate study in & TECHNOLOGY computer science or other scientific or technical fields. • Produce graduates who are well educated in the Introduction fundamental concepts of software engineering and able to Our faculty programme is accredited by National Council for continue their professional development throughout their Higher Education (NCHE). Faculty of Science aims to be a careers. forerunner in using ICT to support educational programmes and • Produce graduates with good communication skills capable enhance the delivery of its specialized curriculum. The faculty of functioning responsibly in diverse environments and able provides outstanding teaching facilities, well-equipped to work in teams. laboratories and qualifiedacademic staff. The Faculty • Overall produce graduates from our faculty who are continuously makes efforts to collaborate with industry leaders, innovative and are capable of creating jobs that is “ JOB as well as, leading researchers and academics in universities CREATORS” NOT JOB SEEKERS. worldwide. Objectives The Faculty of Science and Technology at IUEA offers an • To build human resource capacity in the Software undergraduate program; Post graduates program, as well as engineering discipline in both the public and private sectors short certified certificate courses in the core areas of to students who wish to become proficient in developing information technology and in an array of application and software in a variety of languages, platforms and applications interdisciplinary areas. Because computational thinking is so using a methodical approach. important, and there are broad range of topics within Science • The course combines theory with consideration of its and Technology with diverse interests, students are guided application in software engineering practice. into different specializations during their second year of study, • Have a deep understanding of the theoretical foundations of where they pick a practical subject of interest on the list of information technology. provided specializations to fit their future ambitions and goals. • Be practically competent in the analysis, design, development, testing and deployment of information Vision technology systems. We envision to be the most trusted technological university to • Have the skills to ably manage computer networks, be a harness the potential of ICT as a key contributor in the skilled systems or database administrator and be able to development of society. maintain organizational IT infrastructure. • Be able to gather, analyse and interpret data in an organization to enable improvement of the information Mission resource. Our Faculty Motto is “Knowledge”, “Skills” and “Innovation”. • Gain the knowledge needed to advise organizations on the Our mission is to prepare students with the “Knowledge”, trends of information technologies. “Skills” and “Innovation” to contribute a better society. • Capably manage employees in the information technology section of an organization. Objectives • Have the ability to apply mathematical foundations, • Produce our students for logical and innovative thinking, arithmetical principles, and computer science theory in confident presentation skills and innovative problem-solving. the modelling and design of computer-based systems that techniques is part and package of essentials within the demonstrates trade-offs involved in design choices. curriculum to ensure FST graduates remain applicable and always hunted after by employers. Courses Offered • Graduate innovative thinkers and implementers of information • CISCO technology solutions. • Diploma in Computer Science • Produce leading scientists and practitioners in the area of information technology who are capable of meeting the • Bachelor of Information Technology technical skills requirement needed by industry. • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science • Graduate students who are able to compete in a global • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science & economy. Management • Enable those interested in research in Information technology • Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering to obtain additional qualifications. • Empower graduates to become job creators and produce • Master of Information Technology innovative ICT solutions. • Give an opportunity to those non-graduates already working in ICT to obtain a formal qualification in ICT through self-study. Careers • Graduates will learn to communicate effectively in career and • Cybersecurity Engineers educational environments. • IT Consultants • Graduates will have a strong foundation in computing and • Cloud Architects mathematical theoretical concepts and can apply these • Mobile Application Developers concepts to problems requiring computer solutions. • Web Developers • Graduates understand, and are proficient in the use of, system • Software Engineers design notations and system design engineering process to • Hardware Engineers develop software systems and solve problems in computer • Network Administrators • Data Architects 22 science. • Database Administrators 23 Objectives SHORT COURSES • Create relevant, in demand programmes appropriate for the local and regional market. • Advanced Certificate in Humanitarian • Provide academic and professional support for Logistics IUEA students and staff. • Use dynamic technological learning strategies to • Advanced Certificate in Project Planning and facilitate student learning. Management • Meet international standards and expectations of language learning. • Advanced Certificate in Monitoring • Enhance the University’s reputation by offering a and Evaluation diversity of programmes that improve competencies in languages and professional; skills • Certificate in Cash Transfer Programming for IUEA students and the local market. • Assist the University’s administration and • Certificate in Transport and Fleet Management different faculty needs through testing and facili- tation of • Certificate in Supply Chain Management academic an: professional skills training.

• Certificate in Public Private Partnership Course Offered

• Certificate in Procurement and Contract • English Management English is the most widely spoken global language and very important for students pursuing higher • Certificate in Quantitative Data Analysis education. CLAPS at IUEA aims to support students entering their higher education by • Certificate in Cyber Security offering world class and context appropriate English language instruction to prepare them for • Certificate in Health and Safety live long learning.

Our English programme uses both linguistic as CENTRE OF LANGUAGES well as communicative approaches to language learning so that students can take advantage of & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS learning English and then using it in an English-speaking country. Introduction We are the Centre of Languages and English courses include Beginner, Elementary, Professional Skills. Our aim is to offer world class Pre-Intermediate & Intermediate and are based language and professions courses for our on the Common European Framework Reference students and the wider market. of Languages. Student class sizes are small to improve the learning experience. Vision To be a leading Centre of Languages and Professional Development for the higher education market in East Africa.

Mission To provide IUEA stakeholders with relevant, modern and comprehensive programmes of study, and provide access facilities to meet the language and professional needs of a globalizing market.

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