Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State

Undergraduate: UTME route

• Sit the UTME and apply for a course at FUWukari, reaching a minimum aggregate score determined by the university in subjects relevant to the chosen programme.
• Five credit passes in no more than two sittings at SSCE (WAEC, NECO or equivalent), including English Language and Mathematics.
• Participation in the university's Post-UTME screening is mandatory.

Direct Entry (part-time degree programme)

Acceptable qualifications are OND (Merit), NCE, IJMB (minimum 8 points), GCE A-Level (3 credits) or HND (Pass). All O-Level requirements for full-time undergraduate programmes must be met. A credit in English Language is compulsory, and Mathematics is required for science and social science courses. Academic credentials must be submitted for screening.

International applicants

Applicants must present secondary school results recognised by the Nigerian education system. Proof of English proficiency (for example TOEFL or IELTS) may be required for applicants from non-English-speaking countries. Applications go through JAMB or as specified by NUC guidelines, and a valid international passport and immigration documents must be submitted during admission screening.

Postgraduate entry

• PGD: a degree from FUWukari or another recognised university with at least a Third Class in a relevant discipline; or HND with at least Lower Credit (CGPA 3.50 on a 5-point scale); or another professional qualification acceptable to the School of Postgraduate Studies Board and Senate.
• Master's: a first degree with at least Second Class Honours in a relevant subject. Holders of Third Class Honours or HND (Lower Credit, CGPA 3.50/5.00) may be considered with a relevant PGD at Lower Credit or above, or after passing a qualifying examination.
• PhD: a master's degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.50/5.00 or 60% and above, or an equivalent qualification.
• All postgraduate applicants need credit passes in at least five relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics, and may be required to pass a qualifying examination.

Duration of postgraduate programmes

PGD: minimum 2 semesters (12 months) full-time. Master's: minimum 3 semesters (18 months), maximum 6 semesters (36 months). PhD: minimum 6 semesters (36 months), maximum 10 semesters (60 months).

How to apply and fees

Applicants create an account on the admission portal, complete the online form and upload documents, pay the application fee online, then submit and await confirmation by email or SMS. Postgraduate application fee: N15,000 (Nigerian applicants) or $100 (international applicants). Published tuition for the 2024/2025 session shows 100-level fresher charges ranging from N95,000 to N204,000 depending on the programme, charged as university charges with no separate faculty charges in most programmes.

The university is located along the Katsina-Ala road, Wukari, Taraba State.

• University Library Complex: print and electronic collections, digital library, lending services, research support, quiet study rooms, group discussion areas and free Wi-Fi. Open Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Student hostels: accommodation is provided in a number of university hostels.
• College of Health Sciences: Faculties of Basic Medical Sciences, Allied Health Sciences, Clinical Sciences and Basic Clinical Sciences.