Tentative Graduation List for 8th June 2025
St Joseph’s Technical Institute (SJTI) of Uganda Martyrs University grew from a carpentry and joinery workshop which was established at Virika in 1922 by the Catholic Church expatriate missionaries.
a motor vehicle workshop was opened in 1983and a fitter machine workshop in 1996 to support the increasing student numbers and the demand for hands on practical training facilities.
In 2014, SJTI was placed under the established Faculty of Engineering and applied sciences of the Uganda Martyrs University, however SJTI to run as a TVET institution governed by the board that is appointed by the University which is the founding body. it is registered with the ministry of education and sports as a Private Technical Institute
the institute serves the Rwenzori Region as a vocational skills institute for students who have completed secondary school education as well as primary school leavers in order to achieve the government strategic plan of skilling all the Ugandans youth to eradicate poverty.
OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL- ACADEMICS
Message from the Deputy Principal
Welcome to St. Joseph’s Technical Institute Virika!
On behalf of the entire staff, I am honored to welcome you to our online community. At St. Joseph’s Technical Institute, we believe in nurturing the talents of our students, helping them grow into skilled professionals who are ready to make a positive impact in their communities and the world.
Our institute provides a rigorous and supportive environment where academic excellence is paired with practical, hands-on training. Whether you’re just starting your educational journey or looking to enhance your skills, we are here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Thank you for visiting our website. We invite you to explore the many exciting opportunities and programs we offer at St. Joseph’s. We are committed to your success and look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant campus!
Sincerely,
Mr.Aturinda Aidan
Deputy Principal
St. Joseph’s Technical Institute -Virika
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES FOR THE TERM ONE 2025
This road map is for All Students of National Certificate, UCPC and Apprentice Students.
DATE | ACTIVITIES |
3rd | Reporting day (Follow All |
4th | Classes Begins |
6th | Teaching Staff |
17th | UCPC Year one Student report |
16th | Remembrance of |
19th | UCPC Year one |
20th | Tentative Date |
4th | Year One |
8th | International Women’s |
11th | B.O.T General |
18th to 22nd March 2025 | Mid-term One |
26th | DIT Assessment |
27th | Tentative Date for release of National |
17th April | Holy Thursday |
18th April 2025 | Good Friday |
21st April 2025 | Easter Monday |
10th | Eid al-Fitri |
22nd to | Course work |
15th April | UBTEB Registration for National |
30th April | Labour day |
1st | -End of Term One -CLOSURE OF TERM |