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GLIDE Institute of Science and Technology

Moulding Our Dreams Together

A shared platform for practical learning, applied science, technology, engineering, innovation and enterprise development � driving transformation creatively and collaboratively across the Bukedi Sub-region and beyond.

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Our Story

Our History

GIST traces its roots to the Countryside Innovations Network (CIN), a social enterprise founded in 2008 with the goal of empowering communities through innovative and sustainable development initiatives.

Recognizing the growing need for practical skills, technical training, and industry-driven education, CIN established GLIDE as an Industrial Training and Research Institute. Since its inception, GLIDE has evolved into a center for vocational training, innovation, research, and entrepreneurship development.

Today, as the GLIDE Institute of Science and Technology (GIST), we have expanded our mandate to include applied sciences, engineering, digital transformation and a shared common-user platform � the Centre for Applied Sciences and Innovation (CICTE) � serving four partner institutions.

Centre for Applied Sciences and Innovation (CICTE)

CICTE is GIST's shared, common-user platform for computing, ICT, physical engineering, practical education, applied research, technical services, innovation and enterprise growth. Its flagship programme is the development of a regional ICT and digital-transformation hub for the Bukedi sub-region.

Bukedi Regional ICT Hub

Flagship digital programme connecting skills, connectivity and innovation across the sub-region.

Four Partner Users

GIST, Great Lakes Industrial Institute, CIN, and RESORT share facilities, expertise and opportunities.

Applied Sciences & Engineering

Production sciences, electrical, mechanical, construction and renewable-energy technologies.

Research & Enterprise

Applied research, prototyping, testing, incubation, product improvement and commercialization.

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Study at GIST

Choose your pathway

From short competency-based training to full occupational certificates and diplomas.

Modular Courses

These have been packaged to provide a specified competence in the identified occupation.

Full Occupational Courses

These have been designed to equip a trainee with all the required knowledge and competencies/skill.

Diploma Courses

NCHE-accredited diploma programs preparing learners for advanced technical and professional roles.

Our Operating Framework

The BRISC Framework

Learn. Create. Produce. Innovate. Serve. Earn.

Business

Costed training and service packages, enterprise mentoring and financial sustainability.

Research

Needs assessments, applied studies, field trials and evidence for improvement.

Innovation

Design challenges, prototypes, experimentation, testing and technology adoption.

Skills

Practical training, workplace learning, supervised projects and assessment.

Communalization

Community partnerships, school outreach, inclusive access and shared benefit.

Enterprise

Commercialization, incubation, paid services, employability and job creation.

Programmes

Featured Courses

Explore our range of practical, hands-on training programs designed to equip you with real-world skills.

Information & Computer Technology

GIST's IT programme focuses on the practical operation of computers, networks, systems and digital productivity.

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Mechanical Engineering

We teach students to have an excellent knowledge of core concepts in the field of engineering sciences at GIST.

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Electronics Engineering

At GIST, we are focused on the development of products and systems using electronic technology.

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Hotel and Catering

We teach our GIST students managing staff, ensuring guest satisfaction, and maximizing revenue.

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Beauty and Apparel

GIST's programme prepares students to enter the highly competitive fashion and beauty industry.

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Integrated Crop Value Chains

Integrated crop management combines local knowledge with new research and technologies used globally.

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Food Processing & Value Addition

The course covers value-added processing, product development, food packaging and nutritional quality.

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Animal Value Chain

To impart knowledge and skills in the fundamental value chain concepts with regard to animal production systems.

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Our Network

Partners Who Support Us

At GIST, we value and collaborate with our partners who provide a variety of contributions to the growth of our organization.

Select Your Application Type

Choose the type of course you are applying for to access the correct application form.

Occupational Courses

Level 1-3 Certificate Programs

2 Years Max

Modular Courses

Short, focused competency-based training

Open Duration

Diploma Courses

NCHE Accredited Programs

2-3 Years

Occupational Application Form

PART A: ABOUT GIST AND PROGRAMS

GIST is an emerging institute of science and technology with a drive for prosperous, smarter, and greener Communities. GIST provides wholesome skilling, training, nurturing and research for individual, group and household business development. The Programs are implemented under the Uganda Vocational Qualifications framework. Certificates are awarded by the Directorate of Industrial Training (DIT) of the Ministry of Education and Sports.

PART B: JOINING AND AWARD INFORMATION

Program Award	Minimum Duration	Minimum Requirement

PART C: PROGRAM CHOICE

To be completed in CAPITALS by the Applicant. Write all names in full as on academic document.

a) Full Names *

b) Phone Contact *

c) Email Address *

Program Applied For *

PART D: ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent.

Index No.

Year of Examination

Summary Grade

Upload UCE Certificate (Optional) PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG (Max 5MB)

Subjects (10 subjects maximum)

Attach a photocopy of the UCE Certificate or its equivalent.

2. Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) or its equivalent.

Index No.

Year of Examination

Overall Grade

Upload UACE Certificate (Optional) PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG (Max 5MB)

Subjects (5 subjects maximum)

Attach a photocopy of the UACE Certificate or its equivalent.

3. Other qualifications and Institutions attended, if any

Year From

Year To

Name of Institution

Qualification Obtained

Class of Award (if any)

Upload Certificate/Transcript (Optional) PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG (Max 5MB)

Degree/Diploma Holders should attach certified copies of their Certificates and Academic Transcripts.

4. If you are already admitted to any program indicate:

i) Registration Number

ii) Institution

iii) Programme

PART E: OTHER PERSONAL INFORMATION

(a) Marital Status

(b) Permanent Address

E-Mail

(g) Religious affiliation (if any)

(a) Citizenship

(b) Home District

(d) Home Village/Cell

Date of Birth

EMPLOYMENT RECORD

Give brief details of your employment record (if any), begin with the most current.

Job/Position

Institution/Company/Employer

Period (from...to...)

PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Indicate relationship with guardian e.g. aunt, wife

Relationship

Full Names

Nationality

Telephone Number

Place of Residence

REFEREES

Give 2 names of persons in responsible position from whom confidential information may be obtained about you if necessary.

First Referee

Full Name

Address

Phone Number

Second Referee

Full Name

Address

Phone Number

APPLICATION FEE PAYMENT

Application Fee: 20,000/= Uganda Shillings (Non-refundable)
Bank Details: Equity Bank | Account: 1036201156682 | Branch: Oasis Mall

Upload Payment Receipt * Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG (Max 5MB)

DECLARATION

It should be NOTED by all applicants that cases of impersonation, Falsification of Documents or giving False/incomplete information wherever discovered either at Registration or afterwards will lead to automatic CANCELLATION of Admission and Prosecution in the Uganda Courts of Law.

I confirm that the information given on this form, to the best of my knowledge, is correct. I have noted and understood the implication of giving incorrect information.

Signature of the Applicant *

Date *

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GLIDE Institute of Science and Technology

Moulding Our Dreams Together

Our History

Centre for Applied Sciences and Innovation (CICTE)

Bukedi Regional ICT Hub

Four Partner Users

Applied Sciences & Engineering

Research & Enterprise

Choose your pathway

Modular Courses

Full Occupational Courses

Diploma Courses

The BRISC Framework

Business

Research

Innovation

Skills

Communalization

Enterprise

Featured Courses

Partner With GIST: Sponsor a Learner

Ways Your Organisation Can Partner

Partners Who Support Us