The Office of the Academic Registrar, Kabale University, wishes to inform all newly admitted students for the 2026/2027 Academic Year that the official Orientation Programme has been scheduled to facilitate a smooth transition into university life. The programme is designed to introduce students to the University’s academic environment, student support services, digital platforms, policies and campus life.
The orientation programme will commence with the reception of new students, followed by reporting, verification and registration, faculty-based orientation sessions, training in University digital systems, postgraduate orientation and a General Orientation presided over by the University Management. Students will also receive guidance on the use of University email accounts, website navigation, the Academic Information Management System (AIMS), E-Learning platforms, communication channels, as well as other essential student services.
Orientation Programme Schedule
| 8:00-9:00 AM | 9:00-10:00 AM | 10:00-11:00 AM | 11:00AM-12:00 PM | 12:00-01:00 PM | 1:00-2:00 PM | 2:00-3:00 PM | 3:00-4:00 PM | 4:00-5:00 PM | |
| SAT (08/08/2026)
VENUE: Main campus Kikungiri Quadrangle |
Receiving Students
BY: Office of Dean of Students & Students’ Guild |
Receiving Students continues | |||||||
| SUN (09/08/2026)
VENUE: Main campus Kikungiri Quadrangle |
Receiving Students
BY: Office of Dean of Students & Students’ Guild
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Receiving Students continues | |||||||
| MON (10/08/2026)
VENUE: Main campus Kikungiri Quadrangle |
Reporting, Verification, and Registration.
BY: Office of Academic Registrar & Office of Dean of Students
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Reporting, Verification, and Registration continues | |||||||
| TUE (11/08/2026)
VENUE: Main campus Kikungiri Quadrangle |
Reporting, Verification, and Registration.
BY: Office of Academic Registrar & Office of Dean of Students
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Reporting, Verification and Registration (Continues up to 18/08/2026) | |||||||
| WED (12/08/2026) to
FRI (14/08/2026) VENUE: Kabsom Hall & Teaching Facility Level 2 |
Introduction to KAB Communications Department
Training in University Digital Systems |
Training in University Digital Systems | |||||||
| SAT (15/08/2026) | Tour around Kabale town by the students’ guild
Orientation of Post Graduate |
Orientation of Post Graduate | |||||||
| SUN (16/08/2026) | Orientation of Post Graduate | Orientation of Post Graduate | |||||||
| MON (17/08/2026) to
VENUE: Kabsom Hall & Teaching Facility Level 2 |
Introduction to KAB Communications Department
Training in University Digital Systems |
Training in University Digital Systems | |||||||
| TUE (18/08/2026) | Orientation by respective Faculties | Orientation by respective Faculties | |||||||
| WED (19/08/2026)
GENERAL ORIENTATION (KAB Sports Grounds) |
Arrival of Students & Officials | Students’ Guild, Senior Counselor | Security,
Health, Estates, |
Communications & Branding, Deputy Chief DICTS, Legal | University Bursar, Dean of Students | Address by the Office of Academic Registrar | Address by the Vice Chancellor | Closure | |
| FRI (28/08/2026) | Orientation of Recess Students | Orientation of Recess Students | |||||||
Detailed Schedule for Training in University Digital Systems
Venue: KABSOM Hall & Teaching Facility Level 2
| DATE | 8:00AM – 8:20AM | 8:20AM – 9:30AM | 9:30AM – 11:00AM | 11:00 – 11:30AM | 11:30AM -1:00PM | 1:00PM-2:00PM | 2:00PM -4:00PM | GROUP |
| 12/08/2026
KABSOM, FOL,FAES,FOS |
OPENING REMARKS | Emails & Website Navigation | AIMS | E-LEARNING | E-LEARNING | COMMUNICATIONS | ||
| 13/08/2026
FOE |
OPENING REMARKS | Emails & Website Navigation | AIMS | E-LEARNING | E-LEARNING | COMMUNICATIONS | ||
| 14/08/2026
FETADFA, IOLs, IOTH |
OPENING REMARKS | Emails & Website Navigation | AIMS | E-LEARNING | E-LEARNING | COMMUNICATIONS | ||
| 15-16/08/2026 | ORIENTATION OF POST GRADUATE (Teaching Facility Level 2) | |||||||
| 17/08/2026
FOCLIS & FEMS, FSS |
OPENING REMARKS | Emails & Website Navigation | AIMS | E-LEARNING | E-LEARNING | COMMUNICATIONS | ||
| 28/08/2026 | ORIENTATION OF RECESS STUDENTS (Rukungiri) | |||||||
Faculty/Institute Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
|---|---|
| KABSOM | Kabale University School of Medicine |
| FOL | Faculty of Law |
| FAES | Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences |
| FOS | Faculty of Science |
| FOCLIS | Faculty of Computing, Library and Information Sciences |
| FEMS | Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences |
| FOE | Faculty of Education |
| FSS | Faculty of Social Sciences |
| IOLS | Institute of Language Studies |
| IOTH | Institute of Tourism and Hospitality |
| FETADFA | Faculty of Engineering, Technology, Applied Design and Fine Art |
All newly admitted students are strongly encouraged to attend every scheduled session to gain a comprehensive understanding of the University’s academic procedures, student services, digital learning environment and institutional expectations. Participation in the orientation programme will equip students with the knowledge and resources necessary for a successful academic journey at Kabale University.
Students are advised to carefully review the detailed orientation schedule and report to the designated venues on the specified dates and times.
To help you prepare for life at Kabale University, all newly admitted students are encouraged to download and read the KAB Move-In Guide. This comprehensive guide provides essential information on academic life, student services, accommodation, health services, campus facilities, University policies, and practical tips to help you settle into the University community with confidence. It serves as an important companion as you begin your academic journey at Kabale University.
Download the KAB Move-In Guide (Fact Sheet) here
Issued by:
Office of the Academic Registrar
Kabale University
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