Ndejje University

Ndejje University (NDU)
The official logo of Ndejje Universities as of 2019
MottoFear of God brings Knowledge and Wisdom
TypePrivate
Established1992; 32 years ago (1992)
ChancellorHannington Mutebi
Vice-ChancellorEriabu Lugujjo
Students12000+ (2024)
Location
Ndejje
,
Uganda

00°36′44″N 32°28′34″E / 0.61222°N 32.47611°E / 0.61222; 32.47611
CampusBoth Urban and Peri urban campuses
WebsiteHomepage
Ndejje University is located in Uganda
Ndejje University
Location in Uganda
Entry Sign Ndejje University Uganda

Ndejje University is a private, multi-campus, Christian university and the oldest private university in Uganda.[1]

Location

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The university has two separate campuses located on 200 acres (81 ha), in a rural setting at Ndejje Hill, about 14 kilometres (9 mi), north-west of Bombo Town, in Luweero District, in the Buganda Region of Uganda. The main campus of the university lies adjacent to the Lady Irene Camps in Ndejje. This location lies approximately 42 kilometres (26 mi), by road, north of Kampala, the capital city of Uganda.[2] Ndejje Hill is located about 8 kilometres (5.0 mi), northwest of Bombo, the nearest large town. The coordinates of Ndejje University Main Campus are:0°36'44.0"N, 32°28'34.0"E (Latitude:0.612222; Longitude:32.476111).[3]

History

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In 1995, "The Christian University of East Africa" with some government involvement was annexed by the Anglican Diocese of Luweero, in the Province of the Church of Uganda. The name of the university was changed to Ndejje University. In 1998, the institution received recognition as a tertiary level institution of higher learning by the government of Uganda through the Ugandan Ministry of Education and Sports.[4]

Ownership of the university was expanded to include all six dioceses of the Church of Uganda in the Buganda Region. Ndejje University was issued a University Charter by the government of Uganda in 2009. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs that are recognized nationally and Internationally.[4]

Campuses

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As of April 2020, the university maintains the following campuses:

  1. The Main Campus - Located on Ndejje Hill, in Luweero District
  2. Lady Irene Campus - Also located on Ndejje Hill. Together, the two campuses in Ndejje occupy 200 acres (81 ha)
  3. The Kampala Campus - Located at 151 Balintuma Road, Mengo, in Kampala, Uganda's capital city.[5]
  4. Nakasongola Campus - The university is in the process of acquiring 400 acres (160 ha) in Nakasongola District, to house the research facility in renewable energy and environmental management.[6]

Faculties

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As of April 2020, there were seven constituent faculties of the university and one school.[7]

  1. Faculty of Arts
  2. Faculty of Business Administration and Management
  3. Faculty of Basic Sciences and IT
  4. Faculty of Education
  5. Faculty of Engineering
  6. Faculty of Environment and Agricultural Sciences
  7. Faculty of Social Sciences.
  8. Ndejje University Graduate School[8]

Programs

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Ndejje University offers both undergraduate and postgraduate courses including both diploma and degree programs.

Postgraduate programs

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The following is a partial list of the postgraduate programs on offer.[8]

Undergraduate degree programs

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This is partial list of undergraduate courses offered at Ndejje University.[9]

Undergraduate diploma programs

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This is a partial list of diploma courses offered at Ndejje University.[9]

  • Diploma in Primary Education
  • Diploma in Secondary Education
  • Diploma in Computer Science
  • Diploma in Commercial Arts & Design Technology
  • Diploma in Guidance & Counseling
  • Diploma in Business Administration
  • Diploma in Education Institutions Management
  • Diploma in Sports Science
  • Diploma in Sports Nutrition & Management
  • Diploma in Physical Education & Sports Management
  • Diploma in Nursery Teaching. Day, Evening and In-service programs

Advanced certificate programs

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These are some of the certificate programs offered at Ndejje University.[9]

  • Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Education
  • Advanced Certificate in Nursery Teaching
  • Advanced Grade III Teachers Certificate
  • Advanced Certificate in Business Administration.
  • HEC certificate in social works and sciences

Notable alumni

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ Immaculate Wanyenze (4 November 2012). "At 20, Ndejje University Accumulates Accolades". The Observer (Uganda). Retrieved 16 April 2020.
  2. ^ Ndejje University (16 April 2020), Ndejje University Main Campus: Ndejje Hill, Luweero District, Ndejje, Uganda: Ndejje University, retrieved 16 April 2020
  3. ^ "Location of The Main Campus of Ndejje University" (Map). Google Maps. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
  4. ^ a b Ndejje University (April 2020). "About Ndejje University". Ndejje, Uganda: Ndejje University. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
  5. ^ "Location of The Kampala Campus of Ndejje University" (Map). Google Maps. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
  6. ^ Frederick Kiwanuka (20 October 2010). "1,000 Graduate From Ndejje". New Vision. Kampala. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
  7. ^ Ndejje University (16 April 2020). "Our Faculties And School". Ndejje, Uganda: Ndejje University. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
  8. ^ a b Ndejje University (16 April 2020). "Ndejje University Graduate School". Ndejje, Uganda: Ndejje University. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
  9. ^ a b c Ndejje University (16 April 2020). "Undergraduate Courses At Ndejje University". Ndejje, Uganda: Ndejje University. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
  10. ^ Martin Ssebuyira and Dan Wandera (24 October 2011). "Nsibambi Tips Graduates On Farming". Daily Monitor. Kampala. Retrieved 16 April 2020.
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