UG applications open for 2026/27 academic year

…announces open day, job fair

The University of Guyana (UG) has opened applications for Degree, diploma and certificate programmes for Semester I of the 2026–2027 academic year. The application process, which commenced on March 30, will close on May 9. Prospective students are being encouraged to submit applications early, particularly for programmes that are expected to be oversubscribed. Information on available courses, admission requirements and application procedures is being shared through the University’s official platforms, including its website, Facebook page, and the Student Records Management System (SRMS). The institution has also indicated that updates will be disseminated through official notices, press statements and media advertisements.
Students preparing to sit the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations this year are also encouraged to apply. The University noted that applicants should request that the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) forward their results directly to the institution to facilitate processing. Some programmes may offer provisional acceptance pending the release of examination results.
The University also highlighted that tuition remains free for all Guyanese students under the Government’s policy, which took effect on January 1, 2025. The policy covers Diploma, Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programmes offered by the institution.
Annual open day, job fair
In addition to the application process, the University is preparing to host its Annual Open Day and Job Fair across multiple locations. The main event will take place at the Turkeyen Campus on April 17–18, followed by activities at the Tain Campus in Berbice on April 24. An additional outreach event will be held in collaboration with the Essequibo Technical Institute on May 8. Held under the theme “Innovation. Opportunity. Impact.”, the event will feature an Open Day segment, allowing prospective students to explore more than 180 programmes and gain insight into career pathways. A Job Fair component will also provide information on employment and internship opportunities from a range of local and international organisations. The opening ceremony is scheduled for April 17 at 09:45h and will be streamed live via the University’s Facebook platform.
Several organisations have confirmed participation in the Job Fair, including ExxonMobil, Republic Bank Guyana Limited, Beharry Group of Companies, Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI), SBM Offshore, G Mining Ventures, the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) and the Gafoors Group of Companies, among others. Students from secondary and post-secondary institutions, along with members of the public and professionals from various sectors, are invited to attend the events. Selected segments will also be streamed online.