Uganda Christian University

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Apply Now: UCU Application Portal Open, Key Deadlines as Early as 20 March 2026

Uganda Christian University (UCU) is receiving applications for prospective undergraduate students. The application portal is open and accessible at https://application.ucu.ac.ug/

Speaking in an official communication to prospective students and parents, the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Rev. Prof. John Kitayimbwa (PhD), congratulated candidates on their achievement and outlined key application deadlines:

  1. The School of Medicine and School of Dentistry will receive applications until 20 March 2026, with pre-entry examinations on 23 March.
  2. The School of Law closes admissions on 27 March 2026, with pre-entry examinations set for 30 March.
  3. All remaining schools and faculties will accept applications through 10 April 2026.
  4. Students admitted for the Trinity Semester 2026 are expected to begin studies on 20 April, 2026.

We encourage early applications, as several programmes operate a single annual intake.

For the full communication from the Deputy Vice Chancellor, please CLICK HERE 

For inquiries: Call: 0312350880 OR 0312350800/ Email: admissions@ucu.ac.ug

Diploma in Social Work and Social Administration (DSW)

Program Highlights

Social work professionals are recognized as leaders in social change, development, empowerment and liberation. Based in Christian principles, the Diploma of Social Work Programme reinforces not only nurturing and caring for the marginalized population, but also provides curriculum and practical application of social justice and human rights and addresses life challenges, wellbeing and respect for diversity.

How to Apply

Appyl online: https://application.ucu.ac.ug

Application fees for Ugandan nationals Ushs. 100,000 ugx, Ushs. 150,000 ugx for programmes with Pre-entry Exams. E.g; Bachelor of Law, Bachelow of Dental Surgery and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Master of Business Admnistration.

Application fees for International applicants USD50.

Intakes

Advent/September, Easter/January, Trinity/May – Full-time Evening Main/Mukono and Kampala Campus

Minumum Requirements

In addition to regular UCU requirements for all students, the following applies: • Hold a UCE & UACE Certificate with 1 Principal Pass and 2 Subsidiaries obtained at the same sitting • International applicants must have qualifications that are recognized for University entry in their respective countries.

Program Length

Two years, with maximum of four years to complete

Courses

Through lectures, discussion and projects requiring critical thinking, foundational, and content-specifi c knowledge are delivered in courses. In addition to foundation courses focused are writing and study skills, Old and New Testament, in additional to topic courses in psychology, anthropology, sociology, social work, economics, rural development issues, nonprofit organizations, work with elderly and terminally ill, child and family social work and project planning.

Career Prospects

Graduates are qualified for positions that include probation officer, social welfare officer, medical and clinical social worker, child protection officer, career advisor, charity officer, counselor, social activist and youth and adult guidance workers.

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  • Bishop Tucker Road
  • Email: arsoss@ucu.ac.ug
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