​Frequently Asked Questions​

Bachelor of Nursing Science - Direct Entry 

​Which programmes are offered at the School?​

The School of Nursing and Midwifery, Uganda offers following programmes:

  • Bachelor of Nursing Science – Direct Entry


How can one apply for admission?​

Applicants are required to submit their applications online on University’s application portal www.aku.edu/apply-online​. The application portal starts accepting applications when the admissions open. 


Are hard-copy applications accepted from those applicants who live in remote areas without internet facility?

Applicants from remote areas who do not have internet facilities are provided PDF copies of writable application form. They can complete the PDF application form and send scanned copies of the form and other application documents to the Registrar’s Office. For further details please contact us at  +256 414 34 94 94 or write us at regoff.ug.sonam@aku.edu​.


What is the admission criteria?

For the 2025 admissions cycle, eligible candidates must satisfy the criteria below.  

Minimum ​requirements

Minimum requirements applicable to candidates admitted directly out of secondary school with Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent, and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent, are: a principal ‘pass’ in Biology, and another principal ‘pass’ in either Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics.​

​Other admission requirements (where applicable)

  • Submission of online application for admission

  • Sitting for the AKU admissions test (covering Biology, Mathematical Reasoning, and English) 

  • Oral interview (general knowledge about the nursing profession) ​

Note: Apart from those with A-Level and O-Level qualifications from Uganda, all other applicants are required to have their academic credentials equated by the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB).​


Can I get the fees structure for the programmes?​

The fees structure is provided with the admission package. Tuition fees and other costs are subject to change and are determined each year.​ Click here​ for the fee strcuture.


How can I pay application fee for the online applications process?

You will be provided the bank account details where to pay the application fees. Once you have made the payment, please submit a scanned copy of the payment slip along with the other required documents.

Account details ​​​
​Title
 ​Aga Khan University, Uganda
​Account Number
 ​0101839028
​Bank
 ​Diamond Trust Bank (DTB)
​Branch
 ​Any Branch of Diamond Trust Bank

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Is there any working experience required to apply?

No. There is no requirement of any working experience.

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When and how are the interviews conducted?

Shortlisted applicants are required to write an admission test comprising of Biology, Mathematical reasoning, and English and appear for oral interviews for the assessment of their nursing knowledge. Click here​ to find the dates.


Are there any scholarships and what is the procedure for applying? ​

Yes. There are some financial assistance available and every admitted student is eligible to apply. The financial assistance cover some of the costs of tuition. For details please contact us at regoff.ug.sonam@aku.edu.​