Kogi State University, Kabba (KSUK), established in 2023, has swiftly emerged as a center of academic excellence in Nigeria. Approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC), the university boasts a diverse range of courses distributed across its faculties. Here’s an overview of the programs offered:
1. Faculty of Management, Administration & Social Science (FMASS):
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Banking & Finance
- Local Government Studies
- Mass Communication
- Political Science
2. Faculty of Art & Humanities (FAH):
- English and Literary Studies
- Languages & Linguistics
- Creative & Performing Arts
- History & International Studies
3. Faculty of Science & Computing (FSC):
- Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry
- Physics / Industrial Physics
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Computer Science
- Mathematics / Industrial Mathematics
- Biotechnology
As the university prepares for its Phase 1 launch in September 2023, it adopts a compound/hybrid faculty structure encompassing three major faculties: Arts and Humanities, Science and Computing, and Management, Administration, and Social Sciences. These faculties will house a total of twenty-five programs spread across seventeen academic departments. Additionally, the university will feature specialized ICT Centres, Learning Resources, and Research and Academic Centres.
To gain admission into KSUK, aspiring students must meet certain criteria, including a minimum of five O’Level credits in relevant subjects at not more than two sittings. A JAMB score of at least 140 in the recent JAMB Exam and a commendable performance in the KSUK post-UTME Exam are also essential. Furthermore, candidates applying through Direct Entry Admission must possess a merit pass in the National Certificate of Education (NCE), National Diploma (ND), and other advanced-level certificates.
This commitment to academic excellence, coupled with the diverse range of programs, positions Kogi State University, Kabba, as a promising institution for students seeking quality education in various fields.
