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Applying from Uganda?

Here's all the information you need to study with us

If you're from Uganda and interested in studying in the UK, the University of Portsmouth is a great place to fulfil your ambitions. And if you’re ready to take the next step, we’re ready to help you get here.

On this page, you'll find information about where you can meet us in your region, what you need to do to apply for a course with us and contact details for our people in your area.

Entry requirements for students from Uganda

If you're joining us from Uganda, the entry requirements you need to meet will depend on the course you want to study.

We consider all applications we receive. However, to make sure you get the most out of your time studying with us and have the best chance of applying successfully, we recommend the following minimum qualifications:

Foundation courses

If you have one of the following (with 'credit' in a minimum of 5 subjects including English and Maths), you'll usually need to do a foundation year before doing an undergraduate course such as a Bachelor's degree:

  • East African Certificate of Education (EACE)
  • Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COSC)
  • Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)

We recommend you take a foundation course at our associated college International College Portsmouth (ICP).

Undergraduate courses

We'll consider you for admission onto an undergraduate course such as a Bachelor's degree if you have completed a foundation course.

You can also apply if you have a minimum of 3 subjects equivalent to A Levels in:

  • the Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC)
  • the Higher National Diploma
  • the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)

You must have studied relevant subjects and achieved strong grades.

You can also apply with:

A levels

  • Please check your specific course page to find the exact number of points needed. Your A level grades should equal or exceed the total points required. You can use the UCAS Tariff Calculator to work out your total points.
  • Some courses will require you to have studied specific subjects at A level. For example, to study a science course you will usually need to have achieved passing grades in scientific subjects at A level.
  • A level points: A* = 56 A = 48 B = 40 C = 32 D = 24.

International Baccalaureate

  • Most courses will require between 24 and 31 points in the International Baccalaureate (IB), depending on the degree you apply for.

You may be able to join an undergraduate course with other qualifications. We do consider qualifications from a range of sources. Contact us to find out more.

Postgraduate courses

For entry to our postgraduate Master's programmes, you'll usually need to have a Bachelor's degree from a recognised Higher Education institution.

Typical minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirements:

  • From 2.8 on a scale of 1-4
  • From 7 on a scale of 1-10

If you don't meet the postgraduate entry requirements, you can do a pre-Master's programme at International College Portsmouth (ICP) for many of our courses.

PhDs

We'll consider you for a PhD if you have a good Master’s degree and submit a research proposal.

Find a PhD

English language requirements

When you join us, it’s important that you can speak and understand English to the level that your course requires. The specific English language requirements will be on your chosen course page.

We will usually accept a Grade C/1-6 in English in the following:

  • the East African Certificate of Education (EACE)
  • the Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COSC)
  • the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)

We accept a Grade C or above, or between 1-6 in English on the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), IELTS, IGCSE and several other certificates, but don’t worry if you're currently short of the standard required – we offer English Language Programmes that will get you to the necessary level.

What to do next

Ready to start your adventure with us? Whether you know which degree course you want to do or not, get in touch with us now or meet us at an event near you to discuss your next steps.

Our Global Officers are experts in helping students from Uganda, like you, to apply to join us. Whatever you want to know, just ask.

Scholarships and Bursaries

As a student from Uganda, you may be eligible for a scholarship. You can find out what is available to you on our funding pages

Representatives and agents

If you want to learn more about studying with us or you want help with your application, contact one of our official representatives in Uganda:

Agents in Uganda

Overseas Educational Services

Scholars House
Plot 15 Mpanga Close off Luthulia Avenue
Bugolobi
Kampala

Contact person: Solomon Edward Semanda
Tel: (+256) 75-262-9482 | (+256) 77-662-9482
Email: office@overseaseduservices.com | s45overseas@gmail.com

Website: overseasedservices.com

Uniserv Uganda

SM Chamber, Plot 14
Hannington Road
Opp Kampala Serena
PO Box 36343
Kampala
Contact person: Hillary Kiplimo

Tel: (+256) 709-688-080
Email: ug@uniserveducation.com

Website: uniserveducation.com

SI-UK Kampala

Plot 2, Spring Road Bugolobi
Kagga House, First Floor
Kampala 6962
Uganda

Tel: (+256) 77-068-8532
Email: kampala@studyin-uk.com

Website: studyin-uk.ug

Student Liaison Group

Plot 23 A2 Akii Bua Road
Nakasero
Kampala, 978

Tel: (+256) 772-060980
Email: info@slgafrica.com

Website: slgafrica.com

Premier Education Services

1st Floor
Moil House, Opp YMCA,
Kampala

Tel: (+256) 70-020-7684
Email: info@premierstudyabroad.com

Website: premierstudyabroad.com

S3 Education

Suite 402, 4th Floor, Plot #4 (Former Barclays Bank Building)
Next to ABSA Bank Head Office
Hannington Road
Kampala

Tel: (+256) 70-838-3890
Email: uganda@s3education.com

Website: s3education.com

IE Abroad Uganda

2 Plot, 23 Lumumba Avenue
1st Floor Soliz House
Nakasero
Kampala

Tel: (+256) 70-142-2584
Email: uganda@ieabroad.com

Website: ieabroad.com

Dencorp International Ltd

Susie House, 2nd Floor,
Plot 1001,
Nsambya - Ggaba Road,
Kampala

Tel: +256) 75 338 4476
Email: admissions@dencorp.net

Website: dencorp.net

Sable International Study 

Plot 23
Soliz House
Lumumba Ave
Nakasero, Kampala

Tel: (+256) 780 599 659
Email: uganda@sableinternational.com

Events in Uganda

We don't have any current events planned in Uganda, but we do plan regular events so check back here often for more information.

You can also contact us, or speak to an agent in your region for more assistance.