Area studies typically examine the development of a particular population or region. While other, similar interdisciplinary studies, such as gender, disability, and ethnic, may have some part in course discussions, these are not considered area studies.

Uganda's education system has the most rigorous academic and educational standards in East Africa. An increasing number of students from the West are choosing in many of the universities in Uganda.Foreign students are attracted to studying in Uganda because the country is considered relatively safe and stable compared to other countries in Africa.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.