FOR PRE-ENTRY EXAMINATION FOR ADMISSION TO THE BACHELOR OF LAWS FOR 2025/2026 ACADEMIC YEAR

The Pre-Entry Examination Management Committee wishes to inform all applicants for the Bachelor of Laws that the Pre-Entry Examination for the 2025/2026 Academic Year will be held on Saturday 26th April, 2025 at Makerere University, Main Campus.

A. WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO SIT THE PRE-ENTRY EXAMINATION

1. Holders of O and A Level Certificates:
   • O-Level Certificate with a minimum of 5 passes including English Language.
   • A-Level Certificate with at least 2 Principal Passes obtained at the same sitting.
   • Applicants should have sat A-Level in 2022, 2023, or 2024.
2. Holders of a Degree from a recognized University:
   • Must have a minimum of a Second-Class Lower Degree.
   • The Degree must be obtained from a University recognized by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).
3. Holders of a Diploma in Law from a recognized Institution:
   • Must have a minimum of a Second-Class Diploma in Law.
   • The Diploma must be obtained from an Institution recognized by the NCHE.
4. Mature Age Entry Applicants:
   • Must have passed the Mature Age Entry Examination for the Bachelor of Laws set by Makerere University.
   • Must be at least 25 years of age by 1st August 2025.

B. APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Application Forms:
   • Application forms can be obtained from the Academic Registrar’s Office, Makerere University, or downloaded from the University website: www.mak.ac.ug.
   • The application form must be filled and submitted with the required documents.
2. Application Fees:
   • A non-refundable application fee of UGX 110,000 (Ugandan Applicants) or USD 75 (International Applicants) must be paid.
   • Payment should be made through the designated bank accounts or mobile money platforms as indicated on the application form.
3. Submission of Application Forms:
   • Completed application forms should be submitted to the Academic Registrar’s Office, Makerere University, not later than Friday 28th March, 2025.
   • Late applications will not be accepted.
4. Required Documents:
   • Certified copies of O-Level and A-Level Certificates or their equivalent.
   • Certified copies of Degree/Diploma Certificates (where applicable).
   • Certified copy of the Mature Age Entry Examination Results (where applicable).
   • Two recent passport-size photographs.
   • A copy of the Birth Certificate or National ID.
   • Proof of payment of the application fee.

C. EXAMINATION FORMAT

• The Pre-Entry Examination will consist of both Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Essay Questions.
• The examination will test the following areas:
  • Aptitude and Analytical Skills
  • General Knowledge
  • English Language Proficiency
  • Legal Awareness
• The examination will last for 3 hours.

D. EXAMINATION CENTRE

• The examination will be conducted at Makerere University, Main Campus, in designated examination halls.
• Applicants will be required to present a valid identification document (National ID, Passport, or Student ID) to be allowed into the examination hall.

E. EXAMINATION RESULTS

• Results of the Pre-Entry Examination will be released by 30th May, 2025.
• Successful candidates will be notified through the Makerere University website and their respective email addresses.
• The list of successful candidates will also be pinned on the Academic Registrar’s Notice Board.

F. ADMISSION

• Passing the Pre-Entry Examination does not guarantee admission to the Bachelor of Laws programme.
• Admission will be based on the performance in the Pre-Entry Examination and availability of slots.
• Successful candidates will be required to apply for admission through the Makerere University online application portal after the release of the Pre-Entry Examination results.

G. PREPARATION MATERIALS

• Applicants are encouraged to prepare using past Pre-Entry Examination papers, which can be accessed from the Academic Registrar’s Office or the Makerere University website.
• Recommended reading materials include:
  • Introduction to Law by E. R. Hardy Ivamy
  • General Principles of English Law by P. W. D. Redmond
  • Current Affairs (Newspapers, Journals, etc.)

H. FURTHER INQUIRIES

• For more information, contact the Academic Registrar’s Office:
  • Phone: +256 414 542 803 / +256 414 542 804
  • Email: ar@mak.ac.ug
  • Website: www.mak.ac.ug

NOTE: Makerere University reserves the right to alter the examination date or cancel the examination if deemed necessary. Applicants are advised to regularly check the University website for updates.

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi
ACADEMIC REGISTRAR