The University of Ilesa (UNILESA), Osun State, offers a range of undergraduate programmes for students who want to study in areas such as Law, Arts, Management, Social Sciences, Medical Sciences, Computing and Education. The university is owned by the Osun State Government and is located in Ilesa.

If you are planning to apply to UNILESA for the 2026/2027 academic session, knowing the available courses can help you make a better choice before completing your JAMB registration or changing your institution. The university has programmes designed for students with different academic interests and career goals.

From Law and Nursing Science to Accounting, Computer Science, English Language and Education programmes, there are several options to consider. You should also confirm the JAMB subject combination, O'Level requirements and Direct Entry requirements for your preferred programme before applying.

List of Courses Offered at UNILESA

The University of Ilesa offers undergraduate programmes across several faculties. Below is the list of courses currently available at the university, arranged by faculty and department.

FACULTY OF ARTS

  • Linguistics

  • History and International Studies

  • Music

  • English Language

  • Christian Religious Studies

  • Islamic Religious Studies

  • Theatre Arts

  • Arabic Studies

  • Yoruba

FACULTY OF SOCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

  • Accounting

  • Business Administration

  • Political Science

  • Economics

  • Tourism and Hospitality

  • Transport Planning and Logistic Studies

  • Sociology

  • Criminology and Security Studies

  • Psychology

  • Public Administration

  • Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Marketing

  • Employment Relations and Human Resources Management

  • Geography and Geoinformatics

  • Social Work

  • Library and Information Sciences

FACULTY OF SCIENCES

  • Mathematics

  • Geology and Mining Sciences

  • Brewing Science and Technology

  • Environmental Management and Toxicology

  • Clothing and Textile Design

  • Biology

  • Microbiology

  • Biochemistry

  • Chemistry

  • Industrial Chemistry

  • Physics

  • Physics with Electronics

FACULTY OF LAW

  • Law

  • Common and Islamic Law

FACULTY OF SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

  • Science Laboratory Technology

Available options: Biotechnology/Microbiology Technology, Biochemistry Technology, Chemistry Technology and Physics with Electronics Technology.

FACULTY OF COMPUTING

  • Computer Science

  • Cyber Security

  • Software Engineering

  • Information and Communication Technology

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

  • Computer Science Education

  • Integrated Science Education

  • English Language Education

  • Political Science Education

  • Economics Education

  • Social Studies and Civic Education

  • Guidance and Counselling

  • Adult and Continuing Education

  • Agricultural Science Education

  • Music Education

  • Business Education

  • Educational Management

  • Educational Technology

  • Health Education

  • Chemistry Education

  • Physics Education

  • Mathematics Education

  • Environmental Education

  • Entrepreneurship Education

  • Library Information Science

  • Yoruba Education

  • Human Kinetics/Physical Education

FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

  • Physiotherapy

  • Dental Therapy

  • Dental Technology

  • Optometry

  • Health Information Management

  • Pharmacology

  • Human Nutrition and Dietetics

  • Radiography

  • Public Health

  • Anatomy

  • Physiology

  • Information Technology and Health Informatics

FACULTY OF NURSING SCIENCE

  • Nursing Science

FACULTY OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

  • Medical Laboratory Science

UNILESA Admission Requirements

Before applying to the University of Ilesa, you should confirm that you meet the admission requirements for your chosen programme. The requirements may differ depending on whether you are applying through UTME or Direct Entry.

UTME Admission Requirements

UTME candidates are generally expected to meet the following conditions:

  1. Choose the University of Ilesa as their preferred institution during JAMB registration or complete a change of institution where applicable.

  2. Meet the minimum JAMB cut off mark required by the university for the admission exercise.

  3. Have at least five relevant O'Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics where required.

  4. Meet the specific O'Level subject requirements for the chosen course.

  5. Meet the JAMB subject combination for the programme.

Some courses may have additional subject requirements, so you should check the JAMB brochure before selecting your preferred programme.

Direct Entry Requirements

Candidates seeking admission through Direct Entry should possess an acceptable qualification from a recognised institution. Depending on the programme, this may include an NCE, ND, HND, JUPEB or another approved qualification.

You should also meet the O'Level requirements for the course and satisfy any additional conditions specified by the university or JAMB.

JAMB Subject Combination for UNILESA Courses

The JAMB subject combination differs from one programme to another. Science based courses generally require relevant science subjects, while Arts and Social Science programmes have their own required combinations.

Before registering for JAMB, confirm the approved subject combination for your preferred course. You should also check the O'Level requirements, as having the required UTME subjects alone does not guarantee admission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many courses does UNILESA offer?
A: The University of Ilesa offers a range of undergraduate programmes across Law, Arts, Social and Management Sciences, Basic Medical and Applied Sciences, Computing and Education.

Q: Is Law offered at UNILESA?
A: Yes. The University of Ilesa offers Law under its Faculty of Law.

Q: Does UNILESA offer Nursing Science?
A: Yes. Nursing Science is one of the health related programmes available at the University of Ilesa.

Q: What faculty is Nursing Science under at UNILESA?
A: Nursing Science is listed under the Faculty of Basic Medical and Applied Sciences.

Q: Can I gain admission into UNILESA through Direct Entry?
A: Yes. Candidates with acceptable qualifications from recognised institutions can apply for Direct Entry admission, provided they meet the requirements for their chosen programme.

Q: Is UNILESA accredited by the NUC?
A: The University of Ilesa is a state owned university in Osun State and its programmes are subject to accreditation and regulatory approval by the National Universities Commission.

Q: What should I check before choosing a course at UNILESA?
A: You should check the course requirements, JAMB subject combination, O'Level requirements, cut off mark and any additional admission conditions before making your choice.