The University of Benin (UNIBEN) is one of Nigeria’s oldest and prestigious universities.
Established in 1970, it boasts a student population of over 70,000 and is led by Chancellor Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, the former governor of Nigeria’s Central Bank.
With a diverse range of faculties and schools, UNIBEN offers numerous undergraduate and postgraduate programs to cater to the educational needs of its students.
In this blog post, we will provide you with a comprehensive list of all the courses offered at UNIBEN, including the recently accredited ones, along with their requirements.
Faculties/Schools at UNIBEN
UNIBEN comprises the following faculties/schools:
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Life Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Physical Sciences
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- College of Medical Sciences
- School of Basic Medical Sciences
- School of Dentistry
- School of Medicine
- Faculty of Social Sciences
List of Courses Offered at UNIBEN
Here is an extensive list of courses offered at the University of Benin:
- Architecture
- Actuarial Science
- Accounting
- Adult Education
- Adult Education/Geography and Regional Planning
- Agricultural Science and Education
- Agricultural Economics
- Adult Education/Literature
- Adult Education/Political Science and Public Administration
- Animal Science
- Animal Biology and Environment
- Business Education
- Business Administration
- Botany
- Biochemistry
- Banking and Finance (Management)
- Chemistry
- Computer Education
- Computer Science
- Drama/Dramatic Performing Arts
- Dentistry and Dental Surgery
- Education and Biology
- Education and Economics
- Early Childhood Education
- Education and Chemistry
- Education and ENL (English Language and Literature)
- English Language and Literature
- Education and Edo Language
- Education and Fine and Applied Arts
- Educational Management
- Education and French
- Education and History
- Environmental Education
- Education and Geography
- Education and Integrated Science
- Estate Management
- Education and Physics
- Education and Mathematics
- Education and Social Studies
- Educational Administration
- Education and Religious Studies
- Education and Political Science
- Agricultural Engineering
- Automobile Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Material and Metallurgical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Fisheries
- Fine Arts/Fine and Applied Arts
- French
- Forestry and Wildlife
- Geology
- Geomatics
- Health Education
- History
- Human Kinetics
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Industrial Mathematics
- Industrial Chemistry
- International Studies and Diplomacy
- Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
- Insurance
- Industrial and Technical Education
- Industrial Physics
- Law
- Languages and Linguistics
- Linguistics/Edo
- Mathematics
- Linguistics
- Marketing
- Mathematics and Economics
- Mass Communication
- Medical Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Medicine and Surgery
- Nursing/Nursing Science
- Optometry
- Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Technical Education
- Physical Education
- Political Science and Public Administration
- Plant Science and Biotechnology
- Physiotherapy
- Physiology
- Political Science
- Public Administration
- Religious Studies
- Pure/Applied Mathematics
- Quantity Surveying
- Statistics
- Social Work
- Soil Science
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)
- Taxation
FAQs
What are the general admission requirements for undergraduate courses at the University of Benin (UNIBEN)?
To gain admission into UNIBEN’s undergraduate programs, candidates must meet the following general requirements:
- UTME Requirement: Candidates must sit for and pass the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and meet the required cut-off mark.
- O’Level Requirements: Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, at not more than two sittings in WAEC, NECO, or GCE.
- Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 16 years old at the time of admission.
- Post-UTME: UNIBEN requires candidates to participate in its Post-UTME screening exercise and achieve a score that meets the program-specific cut-off.
What are the specific course requirements for Medicine and Surgery at UNIBEN?
To study Medicine and Surgery at the University of Benin, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- UTME Subjects: English Language, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- O’Level Requirements: Candidates must have at least five (5) credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics in WAEC/NECO or equivalent examinations.
- Post-UTME: Candidates must pass the Post-UTME screening, achieving a competitive score.
- Cut-off Mark: A high score in both UTME and Post-UTME is necessary due to the competitive nature of the course.
What are the available courses in the Faculty of Engineering at UNIBEN?
The University of Benin offers several courses in the Faculty of Engineering, including:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical/Electronics Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Production Engineering
- Computer Engineering
Requirements:
Candidates applying for any of these courses must have:
- UTME Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
- O’Level Requirements: Five (5) credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and any other relevant science subject.
Conclusion
The University of Benin (UNIBEN) offers a wide range of courses across various faculties and schools.
Whether you are a prospective student looking to pursue a specific field of study or a current student seeking to explore different options, UNIBEN provides a comprehensive academic environment.
Each course has its own specific requirements, including UTME subjects, O’level subject combinations, and Direct Entry requirements.
If you have any questions or need further information about any of the courses mentioned, feel free to leave a comment, and we will be glad to assist you.