Fisheries Training Institute

Fisheries Training Institute in Entebbe is a true gem among the institutions of professional excellence in Uganda. Established in 1968, the institute has been producing competent Fisheries Managers and Practitioners who are well-equipped to promote Marine Safety for sustainable socio-economic development.At Fisheries Training Institute, the mission is clear – to stimulate intellectual and technical growth of students to make them productive members of the community in the Fisheries sector. This is done by producing crafts men, technicians, and other skilled manpower to meet the demands of the Fisheries industry.The institute also aims to intensify the provision of public service through expanded extra-mural or extension work and consultancy services in the Fisheries fields. With a focus on promoting the level of local scientific and technological capacity, Fisheries Training Institute equips students with the skills they need to tackle the problems of development in Fisheries.The institute’s goals are ambitious, to train high-level technical, managerial, and professional personnel for the Fisheries sector, generate advanced knowledge and innovations through research, and promote local scientific and technological capacity.This is done through offering Diplomas and Certificates in Fisheries and Agriculture related courses such as Diploma & Certificate in Fisheries Management and Technology, Diploma in Integrated Aquaculture and Agriculture, Diploma & Certificate in Boat Building and Marine Mechanics, and National Certificate in Agriculture.The Fisheries Training Institute admits students from all nationalities and regions in the country, making it an inclusive and diverse institution. If you are interested in pursuing a career in the Fisheries sector, or are simply curious about the institute, contact them for more information.The Principal, Gertrude Abalo, is proud of what the institute has achieved in the past years and what it continues to achieve on a daily basis. She invites you to learn more about the institute’s history, their teaching strengths, diverse networks, and vibrant, cosmopolitan Institute by downloading their profile.Overall, Fisheries Training Institute is a top-notch institution that produces graduates who are well-equipped to make a meaningful impact in the Fisheries sector in Uganda and beyond.