UCU Bishop Barham University College Prepares for 27th Graduation in Kabale

Uganda Christian University (UCU) – Bishop Barham University College (BBUC) in Kabale is preparing to release 410 graduands into the job market during its 27th graduation ceremony. The momentous event will take place on the grounds of St Peter’s Cathedral, Rugarama, with Rubanda West Member of Parliament Bruce Balaba Kabaada officiating as the chief guest.

Addressing journalists at the campus, the college principal, Dr Alice Jossy Kyobutungi Tumwesigye, shared that the graduating cohort features 220 males and 190 females. The students successfully completed programs across various faculties, including Theology, Education, Business, Social Sciences, Journalism, and Information Technology.

Notably, 10 students earned first-class degrees, consisting of six females and four males. Dr Tumwesigye highlighted this milestone as a reflection of the institution’s dedication to academic excellence and the advancement of female education. Standout performers included the top male theological student, who achieved a remarkable Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.7, and the top female student in Social Work and Social Administration (SWASA), who posted a 4.59 CGPA.

Dr Tumwesigye emphasized that BBUC remains firmly rooted in its five core values: Christ-centredness, diligence, integrity, stewardship, and servanthood. She noted that the curriculum is carefully designed to blend rigorous academic training with strong moral grounding, preparing scholars for ethical leadership roles across Uganda and beyond.

In addition to student achievements, the college highlighted notable strides in institutional research, noting that three staff members successfully published book chapters over the past year.

For more details, read the original report on Nile Post.