BA Philosophy at Veritas University, Abuja

Programme overview

The BA Philosophy is an undergraduate programme offered at Veritas University by the Department of Philosophy in the Ecclesiastical Faculty of Philosophy, Bwari, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. It runs for 4 years.

The Department of Philosophy continues to distinguish itself through academic excellence, intellectual engagement, and outstanding student achievements within and beyond the University. Its students consistently demonstrate the analytical depth, persuasive communication, and ethical reasoning that define philosophical education.

Level: Undergraduate | Faculty: Ecclesiastical Faculty of Philosophy | Department: Philosophy | Duration: 4 years | Location: Bwari, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory

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Entry requirements

Admission into the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Philosophy is merit-based. Candidates may gain admission through three primary modes: ; A. Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) ; Requirements: ; ● A minimum of five (5) credit passes in relevant SSCE (WAEC/NECO) or GCE subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings. ; ● A minimum score of 180 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). ; ● Process: Candidates must meet the University's approved JAMB cut-off mark 170 and successfully participate in the University's admission screening exercise before being offered admission. ; B. Direct Entry (DE) ; Candidates seeking admission into the 200 Level of the programme must possess the minimum O' Level requirements stated above, in addition to one of the following:

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

NGN 1,682,220 a year. Tuition for new students from the university fee calculator (undergraduate, local and international students shown the same tuition); returning students pay 1,588,720. Session is not stated on the page. Excludes accommodation, faculty/departmental dues an Source

Domestic applicants: NGN 1,682,220 a year. Veritas fees calculator, undergraduate tuition for new students (returning-student rates differ, e.g. 1,588,720). Excludes accommodation and separate faculty/other dues. Source

Admission is open to UTME candidates with a minimum score of 170 (including those who did not choose Veritas University as first or second choice), Direct Entry candidates and transfer students from other universities. The academic session comprises 2 semesters of 4 months each.

Apply through the university admissions page: https://www.veritas.edu.ng/admissions

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