Uganda's education system has the most rigorous academic and educational standards in East Africa. An increasing number of students from the West are choosing in many of the universities in Uganda.Foreign students are attracted to studying in Uganda because the country is considered relatively safe and stable compared to other countries in Africa.

A Bachelor of Science is a degree that is often required for certain advanced careers. Depending on how much time students devote to their education, it can take about three to four years to earn a BSc.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.