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BSc Economics at Benson Idahosa University, Benin City

Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, Nigeria

Programme overview

The BSc Economics is an undergraduate programme offered at Benson Idahosa University by the Department of Department of Economics, Banking & Finance in the Faculty of Social & Management Sciences, Benin City, Edo State. It runs for 4 years (3 years direct entry).

Level: Undergraduate  |  Faculty: Faculty of Social & Management Sciences  |  Department: Department of Economics, Banking & Finance  |  Duration: 4 years (3 years direct entry)  |  Location: Benin City, Edo State

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Entry requirements

Four-year BSc: credit passes in at least five subjects (SSCE/GCE/NECO) in not more than two sittings including English Language, Mathematics and Economics (no waivers for English and Mathematics); UTME subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Economics plus one other relevant subject. Three-year (direct entry): additionally two GCE A-level/HSC subjects including Economics, or NCE with distinction/credits, or ND at upper credit.

UTME cut-offs change every year and differ by programme. Check the university's current admission list before you apply.

Admission is through JAMB UTME with Benson Idahosa University as first choice (minimum UTME score 150 for general admission; 200 for Medicine, Law and Nursing). The university does not conduct post-UTME screening. Direct Entry candidates obtain the JAMB Direct Entry form using A-level qualifications such as JUPEP, IJMB, BSc, OND, HND or NCE, and admission is based on the aggregate score on that form.

The application form is completed and submitted online, and an application fee must be paid online immediately upon submission. The admission letter is downloadable once admission is given. A non-refundable acceptance fee must be paid on the portal no later than two weeks after admission is given.

Apply through the university admissions page: https://biu.edu.ng/admissions/undergraduate-admission/

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