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29 Best Computer Science & IT Programs in Uganda

29 Computer Science & IT courses are taught at 7 universities in Uganda — most run 3 Years. Courses from Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Gulu University and Mountains of the Moon University come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Bachelor's Degree
MU Mbarara University of Science and Technology logo
#2 in Uganda Uganda

Bachelor of Computer Science

Mbarara University of Science and Technology — The Bachelor of Computer Science at Mbarara University of Science and Technology is a three-year degree in the Faculty of Computing and Informatics. It provides a foundat...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
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2Bachelor's Degree
MU Mbarara University of Science and Technology logo
#2 in Uganda Uganda

Bachelor of Information Technology

Mbarara University of Science and Technology — The Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) is hosted in the Department of Information Technology, Faculty of Computing and Informatics Sciences, Mbarara University of S...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
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4Master's Degree
MU Mbarara University of Science and Technology logo
#2 in Uganda Uganda

Graduate Diploma in Information Systems

Mbarara University of Science and Technology — The Graduate Diploma in Information Systems (course code: PGDIS) is a postgraduate programme offered by the Faculty of Computing and Informatics at Mbarara University of...

Master's DegreeLevel
1 YearDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
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5Master's Degree
MU Mbarara University of Science and Technology logo
#2 in Uganda Uganda

Master of Science in Business Informatics

Mbarara University of Science and Technology — The Master of Science in Business Informatics (Course Code: MSC BI) at Mbarara University of Science and Technology is designed to align business needs with information t...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
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7Master's Degree
MU Mbarara University of Science and Technology logo
#2 in Uganda Uganda

Master of Science in Information Systems

Mbarara University of Science and Technology — The Master of Science in Information Systems at Mbarara University of Science and Technology focuses on applying information technology to improve the performance of peop...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
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9Bachelor's Degree
GU Gulu University logo
#4 in Uganda Uganda

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Gulu University — The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Gulu University focuses on design, development, and analysis of computer-based systems. Students acquire problem-solving sk...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
AugustIntake
Computer Science & IT
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10Bachelor's Degree
MM Mountains of the Moon University logo
#8 in Uganda Uganda

Bachelor of Information Technology

Mountains of the Moon University — The Bachelor of Information Technology is an undergraduate, bachelor-level programme in the Department of Computer Science at Mountains of the Moon University. It is offe...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
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11Bachelor's Degree
MM Mountains of the Moon University logo
#8 in Uganda Uganda

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Mountains of the Moon University — The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Mountains of the Moon University helps students study computer science. The programme code is BCS, and it is designed aroun...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
AugustIntake
Computer Science & IT
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12Diploma
MM Mountains of the Moon University logo
#8 in Uganda Uganda

Diploma in Information Technology

Mountains of the Moon University — The Diploma in Information Technology (programme code DIT) at Mountains of the Moon University is a full-time programme that prepares students for study in information te...

DiplomaLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
AugustIntake
Computer Science & IT
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17Diploma
NU Nkumba University logo
#12 in Uganda Uganda

Diploma in Computer Science

Nkumba University — The Diploma in Computer Science at Nkumba University is designed for people interested in the use of computers, particularly in a business environment. Students complete...

DiplomaLevel
two yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
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21Bachelor's Degree
NU Ndejje University logo
#14 in Uganda Uganda

Bachelor of Information Technology

Ndejje University — The Bachelor of Information Technology at Ndejje University equips students with knowledge and practical skills in computing, networking, software development, and inform...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
January/AugustIntake
Computer Science & IT
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22Bachelor's Degree
NU Ndejje University logo
#14 in Uganda Uganda

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Ndejje University — The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Ndejje University is a 3-year program that combines theoretical foundations with practical computing skills. Students study...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
January/AugustIntake
Computer Science & IT
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23Diploma
NU Ndejje University logo
#14 in Uganda Uganda

Diploma in Information Technology

Ndejje University — The Diploma in Information Technology at Ndejje University equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to manage, develop, and support modern information syst...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
January/AugustIntake
Computer Science & IT
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How these courses are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. Mbarara University of Science and Technology has the largest research record in this group, with 238,557 citations and an h-index of 164.

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 17 bachelor's, 7 master's and 4 diploma. The usual length is 3 Years and 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (79% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (58% of courses with a stated intake). Mbarara University of Science and Technology offers the widest choice, with 7 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Uganda for Computer Science & IT?

Mbarara University of Science and Technology (#2 in Uganda), Gulu University (#4 in Uganda) and Mountains of the Moon University (#8 in Uganda) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Computer Science & IT course take in Uganda?

Most listed courses run 3 Years, with 4 years the next most common.

When do Computer Science & IT courses start in Uganda?

Spring is the main intake — 79% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Which university has the most Computer Science & IT courses in Uganda?

Mbarara University of Science and Technology, with 7, ahead of Nkumba University (6).

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