Choosing the right university starts with having clear and trusted information. If Federal University Gusau is part of your academic plan, knowing the approved courses, cut off mark, and entry requirements will give you a strong advantage.

For the 2025/2026 academic session, the university has released details on available programmes, admission standards, and subject combinations.

Federal University Gusau began academic activities in 2013 at a temporary site in ZACAST before moving to the permanent campus along Zaria Road, Damba, Gusau.

The institution started with four faculties and has continued to expand. In 2024, several medical and health programmes received approval from the National Universities Commission.

Below is a list of faculties and available courses in FUGUS.

List of Undergraduate Courses at FUGUS

Faculty of Education

Programmes

B.A Ed Arabic

B.A Ed English

B.A Ed Islamic Studies

B.Sc Ed Biology

B.Sc Ed Chemistry

B.Sc Ed Economics

B.Sc Ed Mathematics

B.Sc Ed Physics

Faculty of Humanities

Programmes

B.A Arabic

B.A English and Literature

B.A Hausa

B.A History and International Studies

B.A Islamic Studies

B.A Language and Cultures

Faculty of Management and Social Sciences

Programmes

B.Sc Accounting and Finance

B.Sc Business Administration

B.Sc Economics

B.Sc Political Science

B.Sc Public Administration

B.Sc Sociology

B.Sc Geography

Faculty of Science

Programmes

B.Sc Biochemistry

B.Sc Plant Science and Biotechnology

B.Sc Chemistry

B.Sc Computer Science

B.Sc Geological Sciences

B.Sc Mathematics

B.Sc Microbiology

B.Sc Physics

B.Sc Zoology

Faculty of Health Sciences

Programmes

MBBS Medicine and Surgery

B.N.Sc Nursing Science

BPT Physiotherapy

BDS Dental Surgery

B.Sc Human Nutrition and Dietetics

FUGUS Admission Requirements

To qualify for admission into Federal University Gusau, candidates must meet the following conditions:

  • FUGUS must be selected as first choice institution.

  • Meet the cut off mark of 160.

  • Five O-Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.

  • Direct Entry applicants must possess an ND, NCE, IJMB, or equivalent qualification.

Meeting the cutoff mark alone does not guarantee admission. Performance during screening also matters.

JAMB and O-Level Subject Combinations

Below are selected subject combinations for popular courses.

Course

JAMB Subjects

O Level Subjects

Accounting

English, Mathematics, Economics, and one Social Science

English, Mathematics, Economics, and two relevant subjects

Biochemistry

English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics

English, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics

Computer Science

English, Mathematics, Physics, and one Science subject

English, Mathematics, Physics, and two Science subjects

Economics

English, Economics, Mathematics, and one Arts subject

English, Mathematics, Economics, two Arts subjects

Microbiology

English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics

English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Political Science

English, Government or History, two Arts subjects

English, Government or History, three subjects

Zoology

English, Biology, two Science subjects

English, Mathematics, Biology, two Science subjects

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the cut off mark for FUGUS in 2025/2026?
A: The general minimum cut off mark is 160 for UTME candidates.

Q: Does FUGUS provide accommodation for students?
A: Yes, affordable hostel accommodation is provided by the school.

Q: Can FUGUS accept second choice candidates?
A: Admission is mainly offered to candidates who select FUGUS as their first choice.

Q: How much is the school fee for freshers at FUGUS?
A: The school fees vary depending on your department and level. For an accurate breakdown, see the FUGUS school fees schedule.

Q: Does meeting the cut off mark guarantee admission?
A: Meeting the cut off mark only makes a candidate eligible. Final admission depends on screening performance and course competitiveness.

Q: Are medical courses available at Federal University Gusau?
A: Yes, approved medical and health programmes are offered under the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Q: How many O-Level sittings are allowed for admission?
A: Candidates can use results from a maximum of two sittings.