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66 Master's degrees offered by the university
Mechanical Engineering
The specific objectives of the Mechanical Engineering programme from Makerere University are aligned to the specialized sub-disciplines within mechanical engineering that are to be offered.
Veterinary Medicine (Food Animal Health and Production)
The Veterinary Medicine (Food Animal Health and Production) programme is offered at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Bio-Security (COVAB) from Makerere University.
Food Science and Technology
Applicants for the Food Science and Technology programme at Makerere University should posses a good first degree in Food science and technology or related life sciences(Agriculture, crop animal science options)Biochemistry, Food Engineering, Medicine, Microbiology and Veterinary Medicine from a recognised institution or university.
International Relations and Diplomatic Studies
The MA in International Relations and Diplomatic Studies from Makerere University is structured into two categories; PLAN A and PLAN B.
Information Science
The MSc. in Information Science at Makerere University is designed for individuals with a Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science, Records and Archives Management, or related fields. This full-time programme spans a minimum of two academic years, offering both daytime and evening classes to accommodate diverse schedules.
Anaesthesiology and Critical Care
The overall objective of the graduate training in Anaesthesiology and Critical Care of Makerere University is to develop motivated physicians into consultants in Anesthesiology and critical care.
Surgery
The Surgery programme from Makerere University is designed to pass out those surgeons in training who have a broad knowledge of surgical problems in general and who are capable of recognizing and dealing safely and efficiently with the whole range of surgical conditions, which may be handled by the Trainee Surgeons.
Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics
The Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Makerere University is a graduate-level programme designed to be completed over three years. This course offers a comprehensive understanding of epidemiological principles and biostatistical methods, equipping students with essential skills for research and public health.
Physiology
The Physiology programme is offered at Makerere University's College of Health Sciences (CHS). The School is composed of 9 departments namely; the Department of Pathology, Microbiology, Immunology and Clinical Microbiology, Anatomy, Physiology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Illustration, Biochemistry and Pharmacology respectively.
Information Technology
Master of Science in Information Technology program from Makerere University offers an in-depth exploration of the ever-growing challenges enterprises face and the critical information technologies used to manage those challenges.
Renewable Energy
Renewable energy specialists have a wide market in Uganda and beyond. The Government’s Renewable Energy Technology policy calls for the increase of the contribution of Renewable Energy in the national energy mix. It also proposes to appoint energy officers in the districts. Graduate from the Renewable Energy programme of Makerere University will be the ideal candidates.
Technology Innovation and Industrial Technology
The M.Sc. Technology Innovation and Industrial Technology programme from Makerere University is a new programme in the Faculty of Technology. The programme has been developed by key personnel that have extensive experience in different projects and programmes financed by NORAD and other Agencies.
Architecture
It was noted that there is an increased demand for quality services and use of new technology within the architectural profession which have led to increased requirements in training. Such requirements can only be well addressed through advanced level training at a Master of Architecture degree level at Makerere University.
Statistics
Candidates with a Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics of at least Class II, or with a mark of 60% and above in the specialization course, may be exempted from Part1 of the Statistics programme from Makerere University
Demography
The Master of Arts in Demography programme from Makerere University is intended to train candidates who hold the B.A. or B.Sc degree in various fields of specialization (for example, sociology, geography, economics, statistics, mathematics medicine, etc.) in demography for careers in government academia and the private sector.
Laws
Laws from Makerere University aims impart quality legal knowledge and skills within an interdisciplinary framework inspired by legal scholarship, outreach and a commitment to justice for all.
Curriculum Studies
The M.Ed. in Curriculum Studies programme from Makerere University runs for four semesters, offering advanced specialized courses in Curriculum studies.
Dentistry (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
The Dentistry (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery) Program from Makerere University follows a student based learning curriculum with a big community based education component enabling the students to keep in touch with the communities constantly.
Pharmacognosy
The Master of Science in Pharmacognosy from Makerere University is a two (2) year programme covered in four (4) Semesters and two (2) Recess Terms, aimed at training specialists in Pharmacognosy.
Internal Medicine
The Internal Medicine student from Makerere University consolidates and improve history-taking skills, including the role of occupational, socio-economic and reproductive history in disease.