**4. Dual mode universities**

The introduction of distance learning programmes at Makerere University in 1991 turned Makerere into a dual mode university. Dual mode universities are universities which offer programmes of study either as distance or internal learning programmes or both. Usually, the curriculum for a programme being offered in both modes is the same. However, the duration for completing the programme may be a little bit longer on the external programme than on the internal programme. The same quality assurance measures are meted out on both programmes.
