Faculty of Science and Education

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Teaching at Nagongera Campus, pictured in the Faculty report
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Open-air teaching at Nagongera Campus, as pictured in the Faculty teaching progress report

Faculty Reports Semester I Teaching and Learning Progress

2 October 2026

The Faculty report dated 2 October 2026 records teaching across science and education disciplines alongside staffing and infrastructure constraints. Formal reports were received from Biology and Physical Education, Education, Agriculture, Geography and Computer Studies. Other areas required further course-level reporting. Priority actions include covering outstanding courses, recovering missed teaching hours, streaming large classes and improving practical facilities.Source: Faculty of Science and Education teaching progress report, dated 2 October 2026.

Open-air teaching at Nagongera Campus, as pictured in the Faculty teaching progress report

First-Year Orientation Completed at Nagongera Campus

2 October 2026

Fresh student orientation was completed successfully from 10–14 August 2026. Semester I of academic year 2026/2027 opened on 10 August, and teaching commenced on 17 August. Faculty timetables and teaching-load allocations were prepared and shared.Source: Faculty of Science and Education teaching progress report, dated 2 October 2026.

Open-air teaching at Nagongera Campus, as pictured in the Faculty teaching progress report

Faculty Records 4,029 Students for Semester I

2 October 2026

Reported Faculty enrolment totals 4,029 students: 2,181 in Year One, 1,086 in Year Two and 762 in Year Three. Bachelor of Science Education accounts for 2,886 students. The report identifies the need for smaller teaching groups and additional learning resources in response to large classes.Source: Faculty of Science and Education teaching progress report, dated 2 October 2026.

Open-air teaching at Nagongera Campus, as pictured in the Faculty teaching progress report

Nagongera Teaching Spaces and Facilities Update

2 October 2026

Library and administration block renovations and ceiling works in the EDU block were undertaken. Construction of Tent 1, the laboratory complex and the auditorium remained ongoing at the reporting date. Additional seating, teaching equipment, internet connectivity, water and sanitation were identified as priorities.Source: Faculty of Science and Education teaching progress report, dated 2 October 2026.

Open-air teaching at Nagongera Campus, as pictured in the Faculty teaching progress report

Faculty Continues Curriculum Conversion and Re-accreditation Work

2 October 2026

Curriculum conversion to competence-based education and programme re-accreditation work continued alongside teaching. The Faculty also initiated course-level follow-up through Heads of Department, class coordinators and student leadership.Source: Faculty of Science and Education teaching progress report, dated 2 October 2026.

Open-air teaching at Nagongera Campus, as pictured in the Faculty teaching progress report

Practical Teaching and Student Support Remain Faculty Priorities

2 October 2026

The Faculty records three computer laboratories and laboratories for Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture and Physics. The report calls for increased capacity, adequate technical staffing and manageable practical groups. Faculty management initiated coordination on water supply with local authorities and service providers in response to shortages.Source: Faculty of Science and Education teaching progress report, dated 2 October 2026.