Introduction to Muteesa I Royal University:

Introduction: Muteesa I Royal University is a private university in Uganda. It is named after King Mutesa I of the Buganda Kingdom in the 19th century. It is committed to cultivating talents for society through education and promoting the country's socio-economic development.

Overview

Student size: There were about 3,100 students in 2016.

Courses: A variety of programs such as bachelor's degrees, diplomas, higher education certificates and short courses are offered.

History: In January 2007, the Ugandan government transferred the ownership of Masaka Technical College to the Buganda government, and Muteesa I Royal University was established on this basis. In July 2007, it was accredited as a higher education institution by the Ministry of Education and Sports of Uganda, and welcomed the first batch of students in October of the same year. On April 15, 2011, the first graduation ceremony was held. In March 2024, it was granted a charter.

Date of establishment: 2007.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: In 2016, there were 192 administrative staff members, with a professional teaching team to provide high-quality teaching for students.

Teaching Resources: There are cooperation and exchanges with some domestic and foreign institutions, and the level of teaching and research is constantly improved.

Nature of the institution: Private university.

Educational Philosophy: The vision is to become a university with leading capabilities, able to respond to contemporary national socio-economic challenges through training, research and technical guidance.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines

Key Laboratories: There is no clear public information related to key laboratories.

Key Disciplines: There are no official key disciplines, but science and technology, social culture and development research, business management, education and other disciplines are its important subject areas.

Faculty: As of July 2018, the school has the School of Science and Technology, the School of Social Culture and Development Research, the School of Business Management, and the School of Education. In addition, it is planned to establish the School of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, the School of Natural Environment Tourism and Tourism Research, and the School of Medical Health Sciences and Health Services.

Ranking: There is no specific detailed ranking data in international authoritative ranking agencies such as THE.

Fees: There is no public information on specific tuition fees and other fees.

Campus Environment

Campus Distribution: There are three campuses. The main campus is located in Masaka, about 135 kilometers southwest of Kampala, the capital of Uganda; the second campus is located in Mengo Mountain in Kampala, the seat of the Buganda government; the third campus is located in Mubende Town, about 153 kilometers west of Kampala.

Facilities Construction: Each campus has basic teaching facilities and living facilities, providing students with a good learning and living environment.