Margaret Lawrence University, Umunede, Delta State campus

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Margaret Lawrence University, Umunede, Delta State

Ika North-East, Delta State

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About Margaret Lawrence University, Umunede, Delta State

Margaret Lawrence University (MLU) is a private university whose stated aim is to blend rigorous academic training with character development and raise a new generation of leaders. It lists Mr. Paul Ufoegbunem Odili as Founder and Pro-Chancellor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa as Chancellor and Professor Ernest B. Izevbigie as Vice-Chancellor.

Teaching is organised into the Paul Odili College of Medicine and Health Sciences, the Faculty of Computing and Environmental Sciences, the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, and the Faculty of Engineering. Programmes include Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Optometry, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Architecture, Law, Accounting, Economics, Mass Communication and several engineering disciplines. A one-year JUPEB pre-degree programme leads to 200 level.

MLU operates two campuses. The Galilee campus in Ika North-East, Delta State is described as a quiet academic setting and hosts the Faculty of Engineering, while the River Park campus in Lugbe, Abuja houses the medicine, computing, law and management faculties.

The university states that it is NUC accredited and JAMB approved and reports more than 5,000 active students.

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Applications are made online through the MLU portal with a non-refundable screening fee of N10,000, followed by physical screening. The criteria below are from the university's current application guide.

UTME / JAMB

Applicants must have taken the 2025 UTME with a minimum score of 150 for most programmes; Medicine and Surgery requires 220 and Law 180. A change of institution to MLU on JAMB CAPS is required.

O'Level (WAEC / NECO)

Five credit passes in WAEC, NECO or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.

Post-UTME / screening

Candidates pay a N10,000 screening fee online, upload credentials and attend physical screening with their acknowledgement slip. Medicine and Surgery, Nursing and Law are described as highly competitive.

Direct Entry

Direct Entry candidates are admitted into 200 level; the guide lists the same O'Level and JAMB conditions as for UTME.

Inter-university transfer

Applicants must hold a valid JAMB admission letter for the intended course, be enrolled in a recognised Nigerian university, and have five O'Level credits including English and Mathematics. An official transcript is required.

https://mlugalilee.edu.ng/apply

Campuses

  • Galilee Campus (Ika North-East, Delta State): Campus on the Ute-Ogbeje/Owerre-Olubor Road, described as a distraction-free academic setting. The Faculty of Engineering is based here.
  • River Park Campus (Lugbe, Abuja FCT): Located in River Park Estate off Airport Road; hosts the Paul Odili College of Medicine and the computing, law and management faculties.

Facilities

  • Residence halls with study areas, secure access, internet and 24/7 security surveillance
  • Libraries and laboratories (site describes them generally; digital library under upgrade)
  • Football, basketball, volleyball and tennis courts and athletic tracks; gym and fitness facilities
  • Cafeteria and mini-market
  • Student lounges and green spaces
  • Paul Odili College of Medicine building (Abuja)

Student life

The university lists clubs and societies across academic, cultural, sports, entrepreneurship and community-service interests, plus festivals, debates, competitions and guest lectures. It also holds matriculation ceremonies and a Students Week.

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Study programmes offered at Margaret Lawrence University, Umunede, Delta State.

BEng Civil Engineering
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BEng Computer Engineering
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BEng Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BMLS Medical Laboratory Science
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BSc Accounting
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BSc Architecture
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BSc Banking and Finance
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BSc Biochemistry
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BSc Business Administration
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BSc Computer Science
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 
BSc Cyber Security
Bachelor'sNigeriaIntake : Admission via UTME (100 Level), Direct Entry (200 Level) or Inter-University Transfer. Minimum UTME
 

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