The university

The University is a public institution located in the eastern region of Uganda, operating on a multi-campus model. Established in 2007 by Statutory Instrument, it has its main campus in Busitema and other campuses situated in Nagongera, Namasagali, Arapai, Mbale, Pallisa, and Kaliro    

Our focus at The University is to provide relevant and critical study programs in various fields, including Engineering, Science Education, Health Sciences, Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, Agriculture and Animal Sciences, Management Sciences, and Vocational Education. Our goal is to improve equitable access to university education in the country, particularly in the eastern region, which did not have a public university before our establishment.

On October 3, 2007, The University opened its doors to the first cohort of students, starting with two operational campuses: Busitema Campus, which focused on Engineering and Technology disciplines, and Nagongera Campus, which focused on Science and Education. Over the years, we have grown significantly, and we now have six operational campuses and one study center in Tororo town, which offers short and skill-based training courses.

At present, The University has six faculties and 40 academic programs across various specializations. We remain committed to our vision of providing quality education to all, and we strive to achieve this by leveraging the expertise of our highly qualified faculty and staff, investing in state-of-the-art infrastructure, and collaborating with local and international partners.