NUVA is Uganda's premier course guidance expert system, revolutionizing how A-Level students find their ideal university courses. Born from a vision to simplify the complex university admission process, NUVA combines official UNEB weight calculation formulas with comprehensive course data from all 10 public universities in Uganda.
The idea for NUVA was born in 2025 at Kyambogo University, where founder MUYANJA ANDREW noticed the struggle students faced when choosing university courses. Many students didn't know which courses matched their A-Level combinations or how to calculate their admission weight. What started as a simple spreadsheet to help friends quickly grew into a full-fledged guidance system that has now served over 1,000+ students across Uganda.
Today, NUVA is trusted by students, parents, and educators as the go-to resource for course guidance. Our mission is to ensure that every Ugandan student has access to accurate, personalized course recommendations based on the official UNEB system.
To empower Ugandan students with accurate, personalized course recommendations using the official UNEB weight calculation system. We believe every student deserves to make informed decisions about their academic future without confusion or uncertainty.
To become the most trusted educational guidance platform in Uganda, helping every A-Level student find their perfect university path. We envision a future where no student misses out on their dream course because they didn't know it existed or didn't understand the requirements.
NUVA uses the official Ugandan education weight calculation system to determine your eligibility for various courses:
• Essential Subjects (×3 multiplier) - Subjects directly required for your course
• Other Principals (×2 multiplier) - Additional A-Level subjects
• Subsidiary Subjects (×1 multiplier) - General Paper and other subsidiaries
• O-Level Weight (0-3 points) - Based on your O-Level performance
• Female Bonus (+1.5 points) - Affirmative action for female students
Your total weight is then compared against official cut-off points for courses across all 10 public universities, showing you exactly where you qualify.
NUVA provides comprehensive course data for all 10 public universities in Uganda:
• Makerere University - Uganda's oldest and largest university
• Kyambogo University - Leader in technical and special needs education
• Mbarara University of Science & Technology - Excellence in health sciences
• Gulu University - Serving Northern Uganda
• Busitema University - Focus on agriculture and engineering
• Kabale University - Serving Southwestern Uganda
• Lira University - Northern Uganda's newest institution
• Soroti University - Eastern Uganda's educational hub
• Muni University - West Nile region's premier university
• Mountains of the Moon University - Western Uganda's private-public institution
Computer Science student at Kyambogo University. Passionate about using technology to solve educational challenges in Uganda. Andrew leads the development of NUVA's core recommendation engine.
The creative mind behind NUVA's concept. Vanessa developed the initial idea and continues to guide content strategy, ensuring our guidance remains relevant and helpful.
Bringing NUVA to mobile platforms. Emmanuel is developing the Android and iOS versions of NUVA to make course guidance accessible on any device.
The idea for NUVA was born at Kyambogo University as a simple spreadsheet to help friends calculate course eligibility.
NUVA prototype developed and tested with 50+ students. Positive feedback encouraged full development.
NUVA launches with complete data for all 10 public universities, serving over 500 students in the first month.
Mobile app launch • Scholarship database integration • Career guidance expansion • Partnership with universities
At NUVA, we take your privacy seriously. We do not store any personal data permanently. All information you enter is processed in real-time and stored only temporarily in your browser. We never sell or share your data. Our commitment is to provide free, accessible guidance to all Ugandan students without compromising their privacy.
The name "NUVA" is derived from "NOVA" meaning new star, symbolizing the bright future we hope to help students find. The "U" represents Uganda, emphasizing our focus on serving Ugandan students. Together, NUVA represents a new star guiding Ugandan students to their educational destinations.
NUVA is completely free and will remain free for all students. If you find our service valuable, consider supporting us through:
• Sharing NUVA with fellow students and educators
• Providing feedback to help us improve
• Reporting issues you encounter
• Donating to help us maintain and expand our services
We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, feedback, or want to collaborate, reach out:
📧 Email: bleemistorg@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +256 708 765 729
📍 Address: Kyambogo University, Kampala, Uganda