Frequently Asked Questions

A: We offer Diploma, Certificate, and Short Courses.

Diploma and Certificate courses are offered for 2 years (as per government education policy)

• Please find a list of all our Diploma courses here: https://ialuganda.ac.ug/diploma-courses
• Please find a list of all our Certificate Courses here: https://ialuganda.ac.ug/certificate-courses

Short/Professional courses have 3 levels of offering, i.e.;

• Beginner Level (Usually between 4 – 8 Weeks depending on course chosen)
• Intermediate Level (2 terms – Each term for a length of 3 months)
• Advanced Level (3 terms – Each term for a length of 3 months, plus 1 month of project work)

Please find a list of all our Short & Professional Courses here: https://ialuganda.ac.ug/short-courses/

A: You can apply online, or by downloading/obtaining an application form from our campus, filling it and returning it to our admissions office, or sending it by email to: [email protected].

A: Tuition differs from program to program. Review our Tuition and Functional fees for specific programmes and courses here.

A: Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

A: There are different ways to apply for different forms of financial aid. After contacting IAL-U, an admissions representative can put you in touch with a member of our financial aid department. This person can walk you through the process of applying for financial aid.

A: No, we do not administer entry exams. Assessment of your suitability for admission is based on the academic records from your past study that you submit to us.

A: The Institute of Advanced Leadership–Uganda (IAL-U) is legally registered and accredited by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE TI. PL.0023); the Directorate of Industrial Training (DITUVQF 570); the Uganda Business and Technical Examinations Board (UBTEB); and a member of Uganda Association of Private & Vocational Institutions (UGAPRIVI).

A: If you can, you are welcome to visit before you apply, however, if that is not possible, you are encouraged to call our admissions office and schedule an online chat with an admissions representative.

A: Sure you are welcome to visit our institute for a chat with one of our admission representatives, or talk to them on phone.

A: Yes, all our courses can be undertaken online. In case there are particular activities that need your physical attendance at the institute, our administration office will be in touch with you on such events and activities.