The University of Kisubi (UniK) is a private co-educational university in Uganda, located along the Kampala–Entebbe road. Established in 2004 by the Brothers of Christian Instruction as a center of Uganda Martyrs University, UniK has grown into an independent institution dedicated to providing holistic education.
Location
The main campus of the University of Kisubi is strategically positioned in Kisubi, Wakiso District, about 18 km from Entebbe International Airport and 35 km south of Kampala, Uganda’s capital. This makes the institution easily accessible to both local and international students. The suburban setting provides a quiet academic environment, while still being close to major cities and key infrastructure.
History
The institution was first founded in 2004 as a learning center under Uganda Martyrs University (UMU). In 2009, it was elevated to the status of a constituent college of UMU, further solidifying its academic foundation. By 2015, UniK received provisional accreditation from the Uganda National Council for Higher Education (UNCHE) to operate as a fully independent university.
Since its independence, UniK has focused on building capacity in business, education, health sciences, and social sciences, aligning with Uganda’s demand for professionals in key development sectors. The university held its third graduation ceremony in 2018, a milestone that showcased its growth in academic influence.
Faculties and Academic Structure
The University of Kisubi operates through four main faculties, namely:
- Faculty of Business and Information Communication Technology
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Human and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Health Sciences
This faculty structure ensures that the university provides a broad range of disciplines, from humanities to science-based programs, reflecting its mission of producing well-rounded graduates.
Courses Offered
UniK offers a wide array of certificate, diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs, tailored to meet national and international academic and professional standards.
Postgraduate Programs:
- Master of Arts in Educational Leadership
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Science in Clinical & Psychological Counseling
- Master of Information Technology
Undergraduate Programs:
- Bachelor of Business Administration & Management
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Counseling Psychology
- Bachelor of Social Work & Management
- Bachelor of Bio-Medical Laboratory Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Public Health
- Bachelor of Arts in Economics
- Bachelor of Development & Management Studies
- Bachelor of Public Relations and Mass Communication
- Bachelor of Arts with Education
- Bachelor of Science with Education
- Bachelor of Art, Fashion and Design
- Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling Psychology
- Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Counseling Psychology
Diplomas:
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Diploma in Information Technology
- Diploma in Counseling Psychology
- Diploma in Bio-Medical Laboratory Technology
- Diploma in Social Work and Social Administration
- Diploma in Public Health
Certificates:
- Certificate in Business Administration
- Certificate in Information Technology
- Certificate in Counseling
- Certificate in Social Work and Social Administration
- Certificate in Music
- Certificate in Swahili
- Certificate in English Proficiency
Overview
With over a decade of academic service, the University of Kisubi continues to expand its footprint in Uganda’s higher education sector. Its emphasis on academic excellence, moral values, and professional training has positioned it as a reputable institution in both the central region and beyond.
By balancing traditional learning with modern approaches, UniK plays a vital role in preparing graduates who can meet Uganda’s development challenges in education, business, health sciences, and information technology.
