The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) has launched career guidance and mentorship sessions for secondary school students in Gulu City, in order to ease their transition into higher learning institutions.
The sessions began on Friday morning at the Gulu University playground, where NCHE is hosting the 16th Annual Higher Education Exhibition, marking the first time the event is being held in Northern Uganda.
Hundreds of students from both public and private secondary schools across Gulu City attended the mentorship and counselling sessions, seeking guidance on academic programmes and potential career pathways.Speaking at the event, NCHE Executive Director, Prof. Mary Okwakol, underscored the critical role of mentorship in preparing students for higher education.
She noted that the sessions are designed to help learners make informed decisions when selecting universities and courses, emphasising the importance of enrolling in programmes accredited by NCHE to avoid pursuing unrecognised qualifications.
The Head of Standards, Recognition and Equating of Qualifications at NCHE, Dr David Musiimaami, said the sessions are focusing on key areas to safeguard students’ academic futures. He warned that students who enrol in unrecognis