Nine universities in Uganda have been officially cleared to offer the Bachelor of Pharmacy degree, a move expected to strengthen the country’s healthcare workforce and expand access to pharmaceutical education.
In a public notice dated April 16, 2026, the Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda (PSU) in collaboration with the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) listed the institutions now authorised to run the programme.
The accredited universities include Makerere University, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Kampala International University Western Campus, Gulu University, and Busitema University.
These institutions are now formally recognised to enrol and train students in pharmaceutical sciences, preparing graduates for professional practice in community, clinical, industrial, and regulatory pharmacy roles.
The expansion of accredited pharmacy programmes is part of Uganda’s broader efforts to address critical shortages in healthcare personnel and enhance the quality of pharmaceutical services across the country.
By enabling more universities to offer this high-demand programme, the initiative aims to increase the pool of qualified pharmacists who can contribute to public health, medicine safety, and the nation’s pharmaceutical supply chain.
According to education and health sector stakeholders, improving access to pharmacy education also supports national goals for universal health coverage, stronger primary care systems, and more resilient health workforces able to respond to growing population health needs.
Prospective students interested in pursuing a pharmacy degree in Uganda are now able to apply to any of the newly accredited institutions, subject to individual university admission requirements and procedures.
The expanded accreditation roster may encourage higher enrolment and foster competition that boosts standards in pharmacy training nationwide.