If you are planning to study at Umaru Musa Yar'adua University (UMYU), one of the first things you need to know is whether your preferred course is available.Â
Understanding the list of accredited undergraduate programmes offered by the university will help you make informed decisions during JAMB registration, post UTME application, and admission screening.
Here is a comprehensive overview of the UMYU courses and programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session, including the faculties, available departments and answers to frequently asked questions.
Full List of UMYU Undergraduate Courses 2025/2026
The following is the complete list of undergraduate programmes offered at UMYU for the 2025/2026 academic session. These programmes span sciences, arts, education, law, management, and social sciences.
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
Programme | Degree Awarded | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Medicine and Surgery | MBBS | 6 Years |
Faculty of Agriculture
Programme | Degree Awarded | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Agriculture | B.Sc. Agriculture | 4 Years |
Fisheries and Aquaculture | B.Sc. Fisheries and Aquaculture | 4 Years |
Forestry and Wildlife Management | B.Sc. Forestry and Wildlife Management | 4 Years |
Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education offers a wide range of combined programmes that pair education with a subject area, as well as specialised standalone education degrees.
Programme | Degree Awarded |
|---|---|
Education and Arabic | B.A. Ed. |
Education and Biology | B.Sc. Ed. |
Education and Chemistry | B.Sc. Ed. |
Education and Computer Science | B.Sc. Ed. |
Education and Economics | B.Sc. Ed. |
Education and English Language | B.A. Ed. |
Education and French | B.A. Ed. |
Education and Geography | B.Sc. Ed. |
Education and Hausa | B.A. Ed. |
Education and History | B.A. Ed. |
Education and Integrated Science | B.Sc. Ed. |
Education and Islamic Studies | B.A. Ed. |
Education and Mathematics | B.Sc. Ed. |
Education and Physics | B.Sc. Ed. |
Early Childhood Care Education | B.Ed. |
Primary Education Studies | B.Ed. |
Special Education | B.Ed. |
Library and Information Science | B.L.I.S. |
Business Education | B.Sc. Ed. |
Faculty of Humanities
Programme | Degree Awarded |
|---|---|
Arabic Studies | B.A. |
Arabic Literary Study and Translation | B.A. |
English Language | B.A. |
French | B.A. |
Hausa | B.A. |
History | B.A. |
Islamic Studies | B.A. |
Faculty of Law
Programme | Degree Awarded | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Law | LL.B. | 5 Years |
Shariah | LL.B. (Shariah) | 5 Years |
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
Programme | Degree Awarded |
|---|---|
Biochemistry | B.Sc. |
Biology | B.Sc. |
Animal and Environmental Biology | B.Sc. |
Chemistry | B.Sc. |
Industrial Chemistry | B.Sc. |
Computer Science | B.Sc. |
Cyber Security | B.Sc. |
Mathematics | B.Sc. |
Statistics | B.Sc. |
Microbiology | B.Sc. |
Physics | B.Sc. |
Applied Geophysics | B.Sc. |
Faculty of Social Sciences
Programme | Degree Awarded |
|---|---|
Economics | B.Sc. |
International Relations | B.Sc. |
Political Science | B.Sc. |
Sociology | B.Sc. |
Faculty of Management Sciences
Programme | Degree Awarded |
|---|---|
Accounting | B.Sc. |
Business Administration | B.Sc. |
Local Government Studies | B.Sc. |
Public Administration | B.Sc. |
Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Programme | Degree Awarded |
|---|---|
Geography | B.Sc. |
Environmental Management | B.Sc. |
Meteorology | B.Sc. |
UMYU Postgraduate Programmes 2025/2026
UMYU, through its College of Postgraduate Studies, admits candidates into Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master's, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes.
Applications for the 2025/2026 session ran from 1st September to 30th November, 2025, with an application fee of N10,500.
Postgraduate Programmes by Faculty
Faculty | Programme | Level |
|---|---|---|
Faculty of Education | Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) | PGD |
Faculty of Education | M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction | Masters |
Faculty of Education | M.Ed. Educational Psychology | Masters |
Faculty of Education | M.Ed. Educational Management | Masters |
Faculty of Education | Ph.D. Curriculum and Instruction | Doctorate |
Faculty of Education | Ph.D. Educational Psychology | Doctorate |
Faculty of Education | Ph.D. Educational Management | Doctorate |
Dept. of Science and Vocational Education | M.Sc. (Ed) Physics | Masters |
Dept. of Science and Vocational Education | M.Sc. (Ed) Mathematics | Masters |
Dept. of Science and Vocational Education | M.Sc. (Ed) Geography | Masters |
Dept. of Science and Vocational Education | M.Sc. (Ed) Chemistry | Masters |
Dept. of Science and Vocational Education | M.Sc. (Ed) Biology | Masters |
UMYU Part Time Degree Programmes (School of Continuing Education)
For working professionals and individuals who cannot attend full time academic programmes, UMYU's School of Continuing Education offers part time degree programmes.
For the 2025/2026 academic session, the following part time programmes are available:
Education (Part Time)
S/N | Programme |
|---|---|
1 | B.Sc. Ed. Biology |
2 | B.Sc. Ed. Chemistry |
3 | B.Sc. Ed. Economics |
4 | B.Sc. Ed. Geography |
5 | B.Sc. Ed. Mathematics |
6 | B.Sc. Ed. Physics |
7 | B.A. Ed. Arabic |
8 | B.A. Ed. English |
9 | B.A. Ed. Hausa |
10 | B.A. Ed. History |
11 | B.A. Ed. Islamic Studies |
Humanities (Part Time)
S/N | Programme |
|---|---|
1 | B.A. Arabic |
2 | B.A. English |
3 | B.A. French |
4 | B.A. Islamic Studies |
5 | B.A. History |
Social Sciences (Part Time)
S/N | Programme |
|---|---|
1 | B.Sc. Sociology |
2 | B.Sc. Economics |
Why Choose UMYU?
UMYU stands out among Nigerian state universities for several reasons:
NUC Accreditation: All academic programmes are fully accredited by the National Universities Commission, guaranteeing the recognition of degrees across Nigeria and beyond.
Diverse Programme Portfolio: With over 50 undergraduate programmes spanning nine faculties, UMYU caters to a broad range of academic interests.
Research and Innovation: The university actively pursues research funding from local and international sources and emphasises critical thinking skills across all disciplines.
Entrepreneurship Focus: UMYU trains its students to be independent, embedding entrepreneurship across its curriculum.
Accessible Continuing Education: The School of Continuing Education provides a genuine pathway for working adults to earn degrees on a flexible schedule.
Modern Infrastructure: Successive vice chancellors have invested in hostel construction, academic buildings, and digital learning facilities to support students.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many courses does UMYU offer?
A: UMYU offers more than 70 undergraduate programmes spanning disciplines such as sciences, arts, education, management sciences, law, agriculture, medicine, and social sciences.
Q: Are all UMYU courses accredited?
A: Yes. The undergraduate programmes offered by UMYU are approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC), and many are professionally accredited by their respective regulatory bodies where applicable.
Q: Can I change my course after gaining admission to UMYU?
A: Yes. UMYU allows eligible students to apply for a change of course in accordance with the university's admission guidelines and subject to available spaces.
Q: Does UMYU accept Direct Entry candidates for all courses?
A: No. Direct entry admission is available for many programmes but not necessarily all. Eligibility depends on the specific course and the qualifications presented by the applicant.
Q: Can I apply for more than one course at UMYU?
A: During the admission process, candidates are expected to apply for one programme at a time. However, applicants who do not meet the requirements for their preferred course may be offered a change of programme where applicable.
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