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Welcome to Uganda Martyrs University
Uganda Martyrs University (UMU) is a premier, faith-based private university in Uganda, owned by the Episcopal Conference of Catholic Bishops. Established in 1993, UMU is dedicated to providing holistic, high-quality higher education, value-driven training, and impactful community research. We pride ourselves on nurturing future leaders equipped with both the professional expertise and the moral integrity to transform society.
Discover our story, mission, and vision
Established in 1993 by the Episcopal Conference of Catholic Bishops, Uganda Martyrs University offers holistic, value-driven education that blends professional expertise with moral integrity. From our main campus in Nkozi to our specialized regional campuses, we are dedicated to impactful community research, innovation, and nurturing future leaders equipped to transform society.
Our Faculties & Schools
Explore our diverse academic programs across multiple faculties
Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education is one of the pioneer faculties since the inception of the university.
Faculty of Agriculture
Nurturing skilled professionals to transform agriculture and drive sustainable development.
Faculty of Science
We offer Diploma, Bachelors, Masters and Doctorate of Philosophy
programs in various fields.
Faculty of the Built Environment
Faculty offers programmes and courses in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Design and Building Technology
Faculty of Health Sciences
Faculty specializes in teaching and conducting research in Public Health, Health Services Management and other related programmes.
School of Arts & Social Sciences
The School of Arts and Social
Sciences is available across multiple campuses, including Lubaga, Masaka, Mbale, and Nkozi.
Faculty of Law
The Bachelor of Laws Programme intends to provide theoretical and practical training for a wide range of careers in legal practice and related fields.
Business Administration & Management
Established to bridge the gap between managerial theory and practice.
Mother Kevin Postgraduate Medical School
Latest News & Updates
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Uganda Martyrs University Vice Chancellor Elected to IUCEA Executive Committee as 17th Annual Conference Strengthens Regional Higher Education Partnerships
The 17th Annual Conference of the Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA), held from 29–30 July 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya,…
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UMU Disseminates Community Seed System Findings Under TAGDev 2.0 Programme
Uganda Martyrs University (UMU) has disseminated findings from a baseline study on community seed systems among maize farmers in Mityana…
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Uganda Martyrs University Strengthens Institutional Safeguarding Through Staff Training
Uganda Martyrs University (UMU) has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning and working environment through…
Events at UMU
Alumni Homecoming – 3rd Edition Ended
Virtual Open Day Ended
Environment & Conservation Day Ended
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