Masters Degree & Postgraduate Diploma
A Bachelor's Degree from a recognised and accredited university in a relevant or related discipline. Holders of a relevant Postgraduate Diploma may be considered for direct admissi...
Admissions
Entry Requirements, Application Steps, and Credit Transfer
How to apply
How to Apply
PIIE welcomes learners from diverse educational, professional, and personal backgrounds — from recent school leavers to experienced professionals and postgraduate candidates. The admissions process is completed entirely online in seven steps.
Seven steps
The Application Process
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Select your programme
Visit the PIIE online admissions portal and select your desired programme.
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Complete the application form
Fill in your personal, educational, and professional details online.
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Upload your documents
Certified copies of your academic certificates and transcripts, a valid national ID or passport, and a recent passport-size photograph.
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Pay the application fee
Pay the non-refundable application fee through the secure online payment portal.
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Submit your application
Receive an automated confirmation with a unique application reference number.
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Await the admissions decision
The Admissions Committee's decision is communicated by official email within ten working days of a complete application.
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Complete your registration
Upon admission, pay your first semester tuition fee and activate your student account.
Before you apply
Entry Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) with at least two principal passes and one subsidiary pass, or a recognised equivalent from an international examining body. Interna...
Diploma
UACE with at least one principal pass and one subsidiary pass. Or the PIIE Higher Education Certificate (HEC) or an equivalent recognised bridging qualification.
Certificate
Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least five passes, including English Language and Mathematics. Or a recognised equivalent secondary school leaving certificate from an...
Higher Education Certificate (Bridging)
A subsidiary pass in a principal subject at UACE or equivalent. Or, for international students without an A Level qualification, a recognised equivalent secondary education qualifi...
Credit Transfer Policy
Holders of a relevant Postgraduate Diploma are eligible for admission into Semester Three (Year Two) of an applicable Masters programme. Holders of a relevant Diploma are eligible...
Questions
Admissions FAQs
What is Prime International Institute of Excellence (PIIE)?
PIIE is a modern higher education institution established in Uganda in 2026, committed to internationally benchmarked programmes from Certificate to Masters level through the ODeL model.
Is PIIE a recognised institution?
PIIE operates within Uganda's higher education regulatory framework and its programmes are validated in partnership with accredited universities.
How are PIIE programmes delivered?
All programmes are delivered entirely online through the ODeL model using the PIIE Learning Management System and related digital academic platforms.
Can I transfer credits from a previous qualification?
Yes. Relevant postgraduate diploma and diploma holders may qualify for advanced standing subject to individual assessment by the PIIE Credit Transfer and Admissions Committee.
Is the ODeL model suitable for working professionals?
Yes. The model is specifically designed for working professionals with 24/7 access to materials, recorded live sessions, and flexible study planning.
Where is PIIE located?
PIIE is headquartered in Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District, Uganda, while serving learners nationally and internationally through fully online delivery.
What are the tuition fees at PIIE?
Masters and Postgraduate Diploma programmes cost UGX 1,200,000 per semester; Bachelor's Degree programmes cost UGX 1,000,000 per semester; Diploma programmes cost UGX 650,000 per semester; and Certificate programmes cost UGX 600,000 per semester. Fees are reviewed periodically — confirm current rates with the Admissions Office.
Are there flexible payment arrangements?
Yes. The PIIE Finance Office provides guidance on instalment-based payment plans for students who are unable to pay their full semester fees at once. Fees are payable online via mobile money, bank transfer, or debit/credit card.
What qualification will I receive upon graduation?
A formal Degree, Diploma, or Certificate under the PIIE academic framework, validated in partnership with the relevant accredited partner university. The awarding institution for each specific programme is communicated at the time of admission.
Is PIIE the same institution as Divine Open Institute of Management?
No. PIIE and Divine Open Institute of Management (DOIM) are separate and distinct institutions that happen to operate under the same institutional leadership. Each has its own identity, academic structure, programme portfolio, governance, and operational profile.