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9 Best PhD Programs in Uganda

Across Uganda, 4 universities offer 9 PhD programs, typically lasting 3 Years. Courses from Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Gulu University and Kyambogo University come first, because those universities rank highest.

1PhD / Doctorate
MU Mbarara University of Science and Technology logo
#2 in Uganda Uganda

Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering

Mbarara University of Science and Technology — The Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering is offered by the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology at Mbarara University of Science and Technology. The cours...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Medicine & Health Sciences
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2PhD / Doctorate
MU Mbarara University of Science and Technology logo
#2 in Uganda Uganda

Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies

Mbarara University of Science and Technology — The Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies at Mbarara University of Science and Technology is offered by the Faculty of Business and Management Sciences. The course...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Economics & Public Policy
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4PhD / Doctorate
MU Mbarara University of Science and Technology logo
#2 in Uganda Uganda

Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering

Mbarara University of Science and Technology — The Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering is offered by Mbarara University of Science and Technology in the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology. The page...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
3 YearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Mechanical Engineering
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How these courses are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Mbarara University of Science and Technology is cited most (238,557 citations).

What the courses look like

The most common subjects are Business & Management (3), Economics & Public Policy (1), Agriculture & Environment (1) and Arts, Design & Architecture (1). The usual length is 3 Years and 4–6 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (75% of courses with a stated intake). Mbarara University of Science and Technology offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for PhD in Uganda?

Mbarara University of Science and Technology (#2 in Uganda), Gulu University (#4 in Uganda) and Kyambogo University (#6 in Uganda) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a PhD course take in Uganda?

Most listed courses run 3 Years, with 4–6 years the next most common.

When do PhD courses start in Uganda?

Fall is the main intake — 75% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most PhD courses in Uganda?

Mbarara University of Science and Technology, with 4, ahead of Bugema University (3).

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