ISBAT University City Campus

ISBAT University City Campus (Formerly, Aptech Computer Education Uganda) accredited by National Council for Higher Education is an ultimate centre of excellence for learning Information Technology based diploma programmes, professional development programs, short skilling programs and ICT certifications.

Formerly, Aptech Computer Education Uganda

The faculties and technical staff who are qualified and certified internationally with the mix of local and international expertise has the highest competency with large scale experience working with the former Aptech Uganda, which has trained over 20,000 citizens in the last two decades. The former tertiary education center’s progression to the city campus of the Chartered university has been strategic to offer formal higher education with research and innovation focus in helping individuals and organizations adapt to the changing needs of a knowledge-driven world.

ISBAT University City Campus provides a wide variety of career, professional, short term and certification courses, designed by expert academicians and industry leaders to ensure an outcome based learning on a hybrid blended learning environment. All our efforts are geared towards preparing our students for tomorrow’s top technology jobs. The world class ICT infrastructure provides seamless opportunities to the learners to develop and compete globally and be part of the global ICT professionals in leadership positions.

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City Campus Diploma Programmes

Program Objective The objectives of the program are to produce graduates who are able to undertake the design, development, testing and maintenance of high quality software, which will be used for benefit of the business community. They are able to meet the demands of respective industries for efficient, reliable software over the period of their professional life. They can make significant contributions to the country’s BUBU (Buy Uganda, Build Uganda) policy of the Government of Uganda by creating products and services useful for the use of business environment of the country and beyond. Duration : 2 Years Program Details Diploma in Software Engineering programme is all about the core concepts of computer science that includes the subjects such as networking, operation system, programming, database, mobile computing and application development using latest tools, technologies and concepts. These are the essentials for implementation and deployment levels where thesoftware engineering career requires candidates to be more productive and deployable. Career Scope
  • Analyst Programmer
  • Software Developer
  • Mobile App Developer
  • Gaming Developer
  • Web Programmer
  • Database Developer
  • Technical Customer Care Specialist
  • Associate Software Engineer
  • And many more…..
Eligibility Criteria The minimum entry requirements for admission to the diploma programs are—
  • For direct entry—Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 passes, or its equivalent; AND
  • Minimum One (1) Principal pass and two (2) Subsidiary passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.
  • Students from other countries must satisfy the minimum eligibility by submitting the equivalency from the UNEB/NCHE, or produce proof of completing the International Foundation Programme or Higher Education Certificate from a recognized institution.
Program Objective The objectives of the Course is to equip the students with various approaches, methods, tools and techniques of Multimedia and Animation Technologies. The program will develop competencies and Skills needed for becoming an effective Animator and mastering traditional and digital tools to produce highly demanding web applications, games designs, animation projects and presentation materials among others. They will manage Animation Projects from its Conceptual Stage to the final product creation. Duration : 2 Years Program Details Diploma in Multimedia and Animation (DMA) gives a strong foundation to students to possess the technical skills for them to be employed in a competitive position in the multimedia / Animation industry. Students will possess professional ethics, understand the need for continuous learning, and an ongoing utilization of current and changing technologies in the field of animation industry. Students will be prepared for the profession of multimedia that is embedded in artistic expression and creativity that connects the environment of communication and business. Career Scope
  • Animation Designer
  • Animator
  • Art designer
  • Graphic Designer,
  • Production Artist,
  • 3D Designer
  • Content Manager
  • Web Designer
  • And many more…..
Eligibility Criteria The minimum entry requirements for admission to the diploma program are—
  • For direct entry—Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 passes, or its equivalent; AND
  • Minimum One (1) Principal pass and two (2) Subsidiary passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.
  • Students from other countries must satisfy the minimum eligibility by submitting the equivalency from the UNEB/NCHE, or produce proof of completing the International Foundation Programme or Higher Education Certificate from a recognized institution.
Program Objective The objectives of the program are to impart knowledge and skills on networking and cyber technologies, and equip them with the practical skills in advanced computer networking, cloud technologies, cyber forensics and network security. Duration : 2 Years Course Details Diploma program in Networking and cyber security is designed with focus in creating highly skilled and independent professionals to manage enterprise Network and installations and manage network or cyber threats and mitigation. These professionals are highly in demand due to increased use of cloud technologies and cyber space by individuals and enterprises. Acute talent shortage in the Networking space has opened up multiple career options for aspiring students and professionals. Career Scope
  • Network Vulnerability Tester
  • Risk analysts
  • Network Security analyst
  • Network Administrator
  • Cloud Administrator
  • Cyber Threat Mitigation Tester
  • Website Administrator
  • And many more……
Eligibility Criteria The minimum entry requirements for admission to the diploma program are—
  • For direct entry—Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 passes, or its equivalent; AND
  • Minimum One (1) Principal pass and two (2) Subsidiary passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.
  • Students from other countries must satisfy the minimum eligibility by submitting the equivalency from the UNEB/NCHE, or produce proof of completing the International Foundation Programme or Higher Education Certificate from a recognized institution.
Program Objective The objectives of the program are to build knowledge and skills in the areas of computer hardware and networking environment in IT. The program includes areas of advanced IT hardware applications in different business sectors and their application integration. The program also equips students with the skills required for to handle complex computerhardware installations and networking in a homogeneous or heterogeneous environment. Duration : 2 Years Program Details Diploma in Hardware and Networking program is designed with focus in creating highly skilled and independent IT technicians to manage enterprise systems and installations. UACE leavers with a flavor of ICT hardware concepts are targeted for this program as it is highly employable and there is a ready market for them. Acute talent shortage in the Networking space has opened up multiple career options for aspiring students and professionals. Career Scope
  • Network Analyst
  • Network Engineer
  • Desktop Support Engineer
  • Field Engineer
  • Network Administrator
  • System Support Executive
  • And many more…….
Eligibility Criteria The minimum entry requirements for admission to the diploma program are—
  • For direct entry— Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 passes, or its equivalent; AND
  • Minimum One (1) Principal pass and two (2) Subsidiary passes at Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) obtained at the same sitting or its equivalent.
  • Students from other countries must satisfy the minimum eligibility by submitting the equivalency from the UNEB/NCHE, or produce proof of completing the International Foundation Programme or Higher Education Certificate from a recognized institution.