Masters of Science in Physiology

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Appraisal and employee performance: a case of Huye District, local government Rwanda
(Kampala International University, 2012) Kayitsinga, J.M.V
This study investigated on the relationship between performance appraisal and employee performance. The study was guided by the following objectives: to examine the areas that employees are appraised on; establish the procedures and practices of evaluating employees’ performance; assess the effect of appraisal on employee performance and analyze the relationship between appraisals and employee performance. The study was carried out in 14 sectors and 77 cells of Huye district with the population of 287 employees.
Motivational practices and academic performance of selected primary schools in Masaka district
(Kampala International University, 2012) Byarugaba, Medard
This study was carried out in Masaka district. The objectives of the study were to find out whether primary schools use motivational practices, whether motivational practices impact on academic performance and to identify strategies for motivational practices in primary schools. The study design was a descriptive survey research, where a cross section of people were involved and qualitative in nature. This facilitated the collection of the needed information.
Married women and administration of primary schools in Mbarara District
(Kampala International University, 2012) Tumwebaze, Jolly
The study was carried out to establish the contributions of married women in administration of primary schools in Mbarara District. It addressed the challenges imposed by family roles on married women administrators as they execute their career-oriented responsibilities. Motherhood, child caring and house – hold chores were the family roles while time management, supervision and discipline were the variables for administrative roles of interest in the study.
The impact of parents teachers associations in provision 0f quality Education in secondary schools in Kabale District
(Kampala International University, 2012) Ainomugisha, Grace
This study was aimed at establishing the impact of Parents Teachers Associations on provision of quality education in secondary schools in Kabale district. The study had four objectives: To establish the reasons why PTAs were introduced; to find out the roles and functions of PTAs; To investigate the impact of PTAs in provision of quality education in secondary schools; To seek ways and means of improving and strengthening parents’ involvement in provision of quality education in secondary schools in Kabale district. A total of 396 respondents who were purposively and randomly selected were used in the study. They included head teachers, teachers, PTA representatives, parents, students and members from the directorate of education in Kabale district.
Pupil dropout rates in Universal Primary education (UPE) schools: a case study of Bwambara sub county, Rukungiri District
(Kampala International University, 2012) Byamugisha, Karuuru Patrick
The purpose of the study was to establish the causes of school drop outs in selected UPE schools in Bwambara Sub County, Rukungiri District, its effects and the approaches that can be used to tackle the problem. The School drop out rate in Bwambara Sub County is very high and more girls than boys drop out of School. The high incidence of dropping out of School poses a serious problem to the social and economic health of the society. As the pool of drop out continues to grow, employment opportunities for them become more limited because today’s economy requires the labour force that is literate and with enhanced technology The study was conducted in selected UPE schools in Bwambara Sub County, Rukungiri District.
The effect of christian religious education on the ethics of secondary school students in Kabale Municipality
(Kampala International University, 2012) Kyomugisha, Jackline M.
The study was to examine the effect of Christian Religious Education (CRE) and the ethics of secondary school students in Kabale Municipality. Specifically, the study sought to find out the causes of continued indiscipline among secondary school students, investigate the effects of teaching CRE, and assess how secondary school students appreciate the teaching of CRE in Kabale Municipality.
Governing bodies and school performance in primary schools in Rukungiri District
(Kampala International University, 2012) Turyahumura, Jackson
School governing bodies (SGBs) are mandated to perform a number of duties in the schools they govern. The study focused on the role of SGB in improving school performance in rural areas. The purpose was to investigate the role SGBs play in improving school performance in Rukungiri District. The SGB, as a concept and praxis, emanated from the need to involve communities, especially parents, in Education. The assumption was that school improvement is dependent on responsibilities delegated to community members, especially parents in the fairs of public schools.
The influence of pupil absenteeism on academic performance in selected primary schools in Kitswamba sub county and Hima town council of Kasese District
(Kampala International University, 2012) Muhindo, Joshua
The study set out to establish the influence of pupil absenteeism on academic performance of pupils in selected primary schools in Kitswamba sub-county and Hima town council It was guided by the following research questions:  What are the causes of pupil absenteeism?  Is there a relationship between pupil absenteeism and level of academic performance in primary schools?  What mechanisms are being employed to address the challenge of absenteeism? The study targeted a population of 5477 pupils, 100 teachers and 8 head teachers plus parents. 320 pupils 40 teacher 8 head teachers and 20 parents were sampled. Qualitative methods of investigation were employed in collecting data.
Challenges to teacher professional development in secondary schools in Nyagatare district, Eastern province, Rwanda
(Kampala International University, 2013) Kamanzi, Francis
The study investigated challenges to teacher professional development in secondary schools in Nyagatare district. The specific objectives of the study were to identify the challenges, to identify the initiatives being carried out to ensure teacher professional development and to establish the possible interventions to the challenges to teacher professional development. It employed both qualitative and quantitative techniques. Quantitatively generated data was presented in tables for analysis.
Motivation and performance of primary school teachers: acase study of Kitumba Sub county, Kabale District-Uganda
(Kampala International University, 2013) Kamuhangire, Elton
Teacher motivation has become an important issue given their responsibility to impart knowledge and skills to learners. Consequently, this study investigated the effects of motivation on the performance of primary school teachers in Kitumba Sub County, Kabale District. Specifically, the study sought to find out whether motivation of teachers has any effect on their morale to perform and; the effect of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation on the performance of teachers. The study employed cross sectional descriptive survey and correlation design.
Government support to schools in the implementation of Universal basic education in Rwanda: a case study of Musanze District
(Kampala International University, 2013) Ntakirutimana, Eustochie
The purpose of the study was to establish the relationship between government supports in the implementation of universal basic education in Rwanda. The objectives to the study were: establish the relationship between financial support from government, to schools and the implementation of universal basic education in Rwanda and to determine the extent of relationship between material support from government and the implementation of universal basic education in Rwanda and establish the relationship between level of legal support and the implementation of universal basic education in Rwanda.
Determinants of quality in Rwanda’s free basic education: a case of Nyagatare District
(Kampala International University, 2013) Niyonzima, George
The purpose of this study was to assess the extent to which teachers’ qualification, teachers’ remuneration and Class size determine the quality in Rwanda’s Free Basic Education, particularly in Nyagatare District. The main objectives of the were to assess the relationship between teachers’ qualifications and quality of students in Rwanda’s Free Basic Education; to find out the relationship between teachers’ remuneration (PTA allowance) quality of learners in Rwanda’s Free Basic Education and to determine the relationship between the class size (Teacher pupils ratio) and quality of Learners in Rwanda’s Free Basic Education.
Relationship between cummulative twenty four-hours urinary noradrenaline levels and depression among biomedical students of Kampala International University western Campus
(Kampala International University, 2015) Ogbomoso, Lautech
BACKGROUND: Depression is one of the major mental problems in the students’ population and it is continuously increasing. The catecholamine hypothesis postulated that depression results from functional deficiency of noradrenaline in the brain. In this study, the relationship between depression and twenty four hours urinary noradrenaline was analysed among medical students of KIU-Western Campus. METHOD: A cluster sampling approach was used to select University students in KIU. A 21-Item Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) was used to screen for depressive status among participants.
Relationship between cumulative twenty four-hour urinary noradrenaline and depression among students of Kampala International University Western Campus
(Kampala International University; School of Health Sciences, 2015-07) Ajirotutu, Mutiat O.
Background: Depression is one of the major mental problems in the students' population and it is continuously increasing. The catecholamine hypothesis postulated that depression results from functional deficiency of noradrenaline in the brain. In this study, the relationship between depression and twenty four hours urinary noradrenaline was analysed among medical students of KIU-Western Campus. METHOD: A cluster sampling approach was used to select University students in K.IU. A 21-ltem Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) was used to screen for depressive status among participants. BDI scores of 11 and above were categorized as depression while BD! Scores of 10 and below were categorized as normal. At the same time, the 24-hour urine samples of participants were assayed for noradrenaline levels using colorimetric technique. RESULT: Out of 135 students who participated in the study (65 males and 70 females), 27 (22.3%) of the pm1icipants had a BDI score of 11 and above while 94(77.7%) had a BDI of I 0 and below. Noradrenaline levels of the 27 (22.3%) depressed participants were matched for age, sex along with other socio-demographic characteristics of participants whose BDI scores were within the normal range. Outcome from independent!-test showed there is no significant difference (P > 0.05) in the mean 24 - hours urinary noradrenaline levels between the two groups (depressed and non-depressed) but there was a slight increase in mean 24-hours urinary noradrenaline levels among depressed than normal pat1icipants. CONCLUSION: There is a mild prevalence of depression among Kampala International University -Western Campus Students especially among the married. The slight increase in mean 24 -hour’s urinary noradrenaline levels in depressed participants' suggests that noradrenaline could be a biomarker for depression. RECOMMENDATION: There is need for further similar study involving larger sample size to compare levels of 24-hours urinary noradrenaline. Measurement of noradrenaline could be improved with High performance liquid chromatography. Also, there is need for development of effective model for the prediction and treatment of depression among University Students.
Stakeholders involvement in the management of universal secondary education program in Kasese District
(Kampala International University, 2016-09-22) Bahigana, Fred
The study was about stakeholder’s involvement in the management of USE program in Kasese District. It was set to determine the following, a) The role of Board of Governors and other stakeholders in monitoring the construction of USE classrooms and other school structures. b) The level of Board of Governors and other stakeholders involvement in the monitoring the utilization of USE funds. c) The approaches used by the Board of Governors and other stake holders in monitoring the teachers’ classroom performance. d) The approaches used by the Board of Governors and other stake holders in monitoring the students’ school attendance and performance. Using both qualitative and quantitative approaches the researcher administered questionnaires to head teachers and teachers.
The academic performance of orphans in selected secondary schools of Busongora county Kasese District-western Uganda
(Kampala International University, 2016-09-22) Bwambale, Yokonia
The objective of this study was to establish the causes, problems and solutions to problems affecting the orphans towards their academic achievement; and the administration of these orphans in the secondary schools of Busongora County – Kasese District in Uganda. This study involved the use of both primary and secondary data sources. Primary data was collected from primary sources. The main method of data collection involved the use of questionnaires, which were designed in English. This method was chosen because it enabled respondents to answer personal questions more accurately than face-to-face interviews with a researcher.
Determinants of secondary school dropout and its impact on social, economic and political development of Bushenyi District
(Kampala International University, 2016-09-22) Barugahare, Mujuni Matson Pat
The study was carried out to establish the determinants of school dropout in secondary schools in Bushenyi District. As the pool of school dropouts continues to grow, it is necessary to carry out an empirical study on the causes of school dropout, the impact caused by school dropout and the approaches that could be used to tackle this problem in Bushenyi District*. The objectives of the study were to establish determinants of secondary school dropouts in Bushenyi District, the impact of secondary school dropout on social, economic and political development of Bushenyi District and to identify the approaches that could be used to tackle the problem of secondary school dropout.
The effect of single parenting families on academic performance of pupils in primary schools of Rugando subcounty, Mbarara District
(Kampala International University, 2016-09-22) Begumisa, Evalistus
This study was carried on the effect of single parenting families on academic performance of pupils in primary schools of Rugando sub county, Mbarara District. It aimed at achieving the set objectives which include; the factors that influence the academic performance of pupils in primary schools of Rugando Sub County, the contribution of single parenting families towards the academic performance of their pupils and the measures through which pupils academic performance of single parent families can be improved.
Effect of popped amaranthus hypochondriacus on calcium level and organs structure in type ii diabetic rats
(Kampala international international: School of Health Sciences, 2017-05) Dr. Keneth, Iceland kasozi
Amaranthus hypochondriacus (commonly refened as, Grain Amaranth; GA) has ant diabetic effect, although its role in influencing calcium homeostasis has not yet been explored. This is important since calcium metabolism in the tissues of diabetic individuals has been shown to be severely compromised. The aim of this study was to assess role of grain amaranth on tissue calcium and structure in T2DM Wistar rats. Thirty Male Wistar rats were used in this experiment. Twenty rats were induced with T2DM by intraperitoneal injection with STZ/Nicotinamide at 60 and 120 mg/kg respectively. 0 f the 20 diabetic rats, these were divided into 4 groups (n = 5); Group A rats were treated with Mixtard® at 0.5 mg/kg, Group B not treated; Group C fed on a diet supplemented with 25% GA; Group D supplemented with 50% GA. Ten non-diabetic rats were divided into two groups (n =5): Group E fed on 50% GA and Group F fed on regular feed. Rats were kept for 5 weeks, after which, they were sacrificed. Brain, heart, liver and kidney tissues were harvested and biochemical analysis for calcium levels and histopathological changes was conducted. The study showed that at high concentration, GA has strong effects in the modulation of serum calcium levels in T2DM. In the heart and brain, GA led to reduced calcium concentrations which were comparable to the rats in the non-diabetic control group. In addition, vacouations in these tissues were at a minimum implying that GA improved calcium homeostasis leading to tissue protection. Although Ca2 + levels in both the liver and kidney were found to have increased withGA supplementation, no structural changes were observed. However, there was no significant differences (P > 0. 05) between the 25% and 50% supplementation levels thus implying that these were within the safe range. GA improves calcium metabolism in the tissues and a follow up study on molecular mechanisms would shade more insight.
Effects of selected artemisinin-based antimalarial combination therapies (acts) on indomethacin induced gastric ulcers in wistar rats
(Kampala International University, School of Health Sciences, 2017-05) Kalange, Muhamudu

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