On this front, Makerere University’s Innovation Pod has teamed up with Kiira Motors Corporation in order to provide unique skills acquisition opportunities for students within the fast-growing electric mobility sector. The new “Skilling Program in Electric Mobility and Associated Technologies” is now available for second- and third-year students to be advanced in hands-on experience and further training in this innovative sector.
Overview of the Program
- Target Audience: Second- or third-year students at Makerere University
- Duration of the Program: One year
- Specialization: Electric Mobility and Associated Technologies
- Closing Date: August 18, 2024
Eligibility:
- Second- or third-year student
- First-class or upper second-class degree holder
- Eligible fields of study: Electrical, Biomedical, Software, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering, or a Bachelor of Science in Physics
- Female students are highly encouraged to apply
Application Process:
- Students can apply online using the QR code herein.
Background:
The Mak-UniPod was launched in January 2024 in partnership with the UNDP Timbaktoo Africa Initiative, which supports projects advancing sustainable technologies and fostering innovation in Uganda.
It is one giant step toward equipping the students with the most critical competencies that the future of transportation and technology requires, in accordance with global trends in sustainability and innovation.
