This revised Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering has been developed with the objective of producing graduates capable of understanding, adopting and utilizing technology to produce tangible products and services at affordable costs. It builds on the undergraduate programme. The graduates are expected to pursue PhD after their completion of their study. There are a number of upcoming higher education institutions which need manpower in the area of mechanical engineering up to PhD level. None of these institutions offers a master’s degree programme.
Goals
The goals of the programme are to;
• Produce graduates who can address the energy problems of Uganda and the Africa region.
• Produce graduates who can solve practical problems in the manufacturing and production sector of Uganda and the Africa region.
Specific Objectives:
The specific objectives of the programme are aligned to the specialized sub-disciplines within mechanical engineering that are to be offered.
Eligibility:
Applicants must possess a good first degree of at least lower second class in Mechanical Engineering or Agricultural Engineering. Applicants with a pass degree with proven academic growth since graduation may also apply.