MakBRC – Makerere University Biomedical Research Centre, in partnership with the College of Health Sciences, School of Biomedical Sciences, Department of Immunology and Molecular Biology, is pleased to announce a Short Course in Molecular Diagnostics.

This hands-on course is designed to strengthen practical and technical skills in molecular biology, especially for those working or studying in health and laboratory-related fields.

🎯 Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand nucleic acid structure and function

2. Learn the design and workflow of Molecular Diagnostics Laboratories

3. Identify and use key laboratory instruments

4. Understand essential reagents and supplies used in molecular diagnostic experiments

5. Perform nucleic acid extraction

6. Prepare PCR reagents and set up PCR reactions

7. Prepare and run gel electrophoresis experiments and interpret DNA bands

8. Apply contamination control and quality assurance procedures

9. Explore clinical applications of PCR and molecular diagnostics in disease detection

👥 Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Graduate students with basic molecular biology exposure (e.g., MICM, MSBT)

• Final-year undergraduate students in related programs (e.g., BLT, BMLS)

• Medical and veterinary clinicians

• Agricultural professionals interested in practical molecular biology

🗓️ Course Dates

19th – 23rd January 2026

💰 Course Fee

UGX 500,000

Available Positions: 30 trainees

📝 How to Apply

To apply:

1. Send your signed application via email to kigoziedgar@gmail.com

   • Indicate your current qualification (e.g., BLT)

   • Include your physical address and phone contact (WhatsApp)

2. Attach:

   • A copy of your National ID or passport data page

   • Your current transcript/testimonial

   • Your degree certificate (if available)

3. Applications will be reviewed, and successful candidates will be notified via email.

4. Once admitted, participants must pay the course fee within 5 days, or the slot may be allocated to another applicant.

For more information, please contact the course coordinators through the email provided.