Education in Uganda
Education in Uganda
Education in Uganda refers to the system of education that is practiced in the East African nation of Uganda. The system is divided into several stages, including pre-primary, primary, secondary, and tertiary education.
Pronunciation
- /ˌɛdʒʊˈkeɪʃən ɪn juːˈɡændə/
Etymology
The term "Education in Uganda" is a combination of the English words "education" and "Uganda". "Education" comes from the Latin word "educatio" which means "a breeding, a bringing up, a rearing". "Uganda" is named after the Buganda kingdom, which encompasses a large portion of the country including the capital, Kampala.
Pre-primary Education
Pre-primary education in Uganda is the first stage of formal education. It is designed for children aged three to six years. The curriculum focuses on developing basic literacy and numeracy skills, as well as physical, emotional, and social development.
Primary Education
Primary education in Uganda is the second stage of formal education. It lasts for seven years, from P1 to P7, and is designed for children aged six to thirteen years. The curriculum includes subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Religious Education.
Secondary Education
Secondary education in Uganda is divided into two stages: lower secondary (O-Level) and upper secondary (A-Level). Lower secondary lasts for four years, from S1 to S4, and culminates in the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examination. Upper secondary lasts for two years, from S5 to S6, and culminates in the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examination.
Tertiary Education
Tertiary education in Uganda includes universities, colleges, and vocational training institutes. Universities offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields of study. Colleges and vocational training institutes offer diploma and certificate courses in specific vocational and technical fields.
Related Terms
- Universal Primary Education (UPE)
- Universal Secondary Education (USE)
- National Curriculum Development Centre (NCDC)
- Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB)
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Education in Uganda
- Wikipedia's article - Education in Uganda
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