Postgraduate Diploma Demography and population studies

Academic Mission

The Postgraduate Diploma in Demography and Population Studies at Makerere University provides advanced training in the theory and methods of population analysis. This program equips students with the skills to collect, analyze, interpret, and present demographic data for policy and program development. Coursework covers population dynamics, fertility, mortality, migration, population projections, and the social and economic determinants of population change. Students will engage with quantitative and qualitative research methodologies relevant to population studies. Upon completion, graduates will possess critical analytical and research skills applicable to a range of roles in government, non-governmental organizations, and international agencies. Typical career paths include positions as demographers, population analysts, researchers, and program officers in sectors such as public health, development, and social planning.