
The Academic Registrar, Ankole Western University, invites applications for admission into various academic programmes for the August/September Intake, Academic Year 2026/2027.
Application Requirements
Applicants are required to attach the following:
- Copies of academic documents starting with O-Level (UCE) and A-Level (UACE) results or certificates, followed by any other relevant qualifications.
- A valid identification document (National ID, former school ID, or driving permit).
- International applicants must submit equated academic documents from the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) and the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).
- A copy of a National ID or Migration Certificate (for international applicants).
How to Apply Online
- Visit the application portal:
https://admissions.awu.ac.ug - “Register“ if you do not have an account yet.
- Login here if you already have an account.
- Fill in the registration form with accurate details:
- Surname Name (as per official documents)
- First Name (surname/family name)
- country of registration
- Phone Number (include country code, e.g., 256…)
- Select a Security Question
- Answer the Security Question
- Create a strong Password (strong combination of letters, numbers & symbols)
- Confirm Password
- Click “Register” to complete registration, then log in using your credentials.
- Select your preferred scheme:
- Undergraduate Schemes – Bachelor’s Degree & Diploma programmes
- Graduate Schemes – Postgraduate and Master’s programmes
- Explore available programmes by clicking “View Programmes” under each scheme.
- Click “Apply Now” on your desired programme.
- Select your entry qualification:
- UCE/UACE – If you completed the UCE and UACE
- Higher Education Certificate – If you hold a certificate from a recognized institution
- Relevant Diploma – If you’ve completed a diploma program related to your chosen course
- Mature Entry Examinations – If you’re applying through the mature age entry route
Further Guidance
If you encounter any challenges during the application process, please get in touch with the Academic Registrar’s Office at Ankole Western University (AWU) via email at admissions@awu.ac.ug or call +256 772 693 570
