Welcome to ICT Section

The Library ICT unitĀ  offers efficient IT Services and qualified support to students, researchers, staff and administration. We contribute to making the library an attractiveĀ  learning environment. The core of our approach is accessibility and operational support that creates added value for all library users.

Requirements to use the facilities

Access to information technology facilities is essential in pursuit and achievement of
an excellent learning experience. It also offers lifelong skills which lay foundation for your Careers.

To ensure proper use and continued availability of the facilities, all users must adhere
to the following lab rules:

  • Must be certified students of makerere university or registered external users of the library.
  • Computer workstations cannot be reserved.
  • Students are not allowed to bring bags, food and beverages inside the laboratory.
  • Users are responsible for saving their documents on their own flash drives, any information saved on the systems hard drive can be deleted without any notice.
  • Accessing Pornographic, Gambling, torrent and other unsafe sites is strictly prohibited.

Guidance and Advice

Library ICT services are for staff, students and registered external users of Makerere University. The above Library Regulations apply to all University staff and students and any other users of the services. All users are expected to observe them, to ensure an effective service and to avoid inconveniencing other users. The regulations apply to all library branches but special rules, which are displayed locally, may take precedence.

ICT services in the Library

A relatively well-equipped Training unit was set up in the Main Library where information literacy sessions are conducted for university staff, students and library staff. A computer laboratory for library users with special needs was also set up. The ICT facilities are planned to grow and to cater for the library usersā€™ growing and changing needs in an information age with its corresponding opportunities and challenges. The library also offers a specialized space, Research Commons offering a differentiated service. The Research Commons is a new type of learning space that exemplifies technology and space design working to encourage and enhance research and collaboration. Itā€™s a place for knowledge creation and research.

ICT section contact

Please refer to the home page for the library opening hoursĀ 

ICT section at main library

timothy.sentamu@mak.ac.ug

Frequently Asked Questions

What do i need to access ICT facilities?

Please come with your valid university ID or external users cardĀ 

Can i book the facility

Please contact the reference & circulation desk at the reception of the main library

Can I leave my bags at the entrance?

Due to restrictions and guidance from the university security office, we nolonger allow bags into the library. Please prepare accordingly before you come to access the facilities

What happens when i vandalise the facilties?

You will be required to pay for damages or replace the vandalized component before you are allowed to access the facility again?