Academic exams

Do you want to earn an academic qualification from a leading UK educational institution or other international universities?

The British Council administers exams on behalf of many UK and international universities and colleges, making distance learning possible around the world. To find out more about education opportunities in the UK, please visit the EducationUK website.

For information about taking an international university exam with the British Council in Uganda, please read through the sections below.

The University of London is one of the world’s leading academic institutions, recognised internationally as a centre of excellence. It is a federation of 20 world-class colleges and a number of acclaimed institutes. Among the members of staff and alumni are over 55 Nobel prize winners and over 35 past or present Heads of State.
University of London degrees have been accessible to students worldwide through their International Programmes since 1858. Today, the University of London has over 40,000 students in more than 180 countries studying for 100 different programmes

Registrations for the University of London exams start on Friday 15 August 2025 and close on Monday 1 September 2025. Distance learners can now sit for their University of London exams with the British Council and complete their degrees without leaving Uganda. Exams will take place in Kampala.

You will have to register with The University of London first. Please click here to download information regarding October/ November 2025 exams.
 
University of London Examinations 
Registration window for October/ November 2025 session
 
  Registration Opens Registration Closes
UG Law Friday 15 August 2025 Monday 1 September 2025

 Please note that a valid passport or national identification document (ID) is mandatory when sitting for these exams.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please contact the exams team for more information.

Disclaimer

The British Council and the examining boards take all reasonable steps to provide continuity of service. We are sure you will understand, however, that we cannot be held responsible for any interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our control. If examinations or their results are disrupted, cancelled or delayed, every effort will be made to resume normal service as soon as possible. The British Council’s liability will be limited to the refund of the registration fee or retesting at a later date.

Fees: All fees are valid for the current registration period only and are subject to change. Please check the relevant web pages for the latest fees before registering for the next session of exams.
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