BSc Political Science and Diplomacy at Veritas University, Abuja

Programme overview

The BSc Political Science and Diplomacy is an undergraduate programme offered at Veritas University by the Department of Political Science and Diplomacy in the Faculty of Social Sciences, Bwari, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory. It runs for 4 years.

The Department of Political Science and Diplomacy is one of the pioneering academic units of Veritas University Abuja. The programme was among the first courses offered at the inception of the former College of Management, Social Sciences, Arts and Theological Studies (MSAT) in 2008.

Level: Undergraduate | Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences | Department: Political Science and Diplomacy | Duration: 4 years | Location: Bwari, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory

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Entry requirements

The B.Sc. Political Science and Diplomacy are structured as follows: ; (a) a four-year programme for UTME entrants ; (b) a three-year programme for Direct Entry students ; In addition to the general university requirements, the following regulations shall apply to the admission of students into the Department of Political Science & Diplomacy: ; Direct Entry Admission ; (a) At least two ‘A’ level passes including Government or History. Candidates are expected to possess five credits at WASSCE/GCE/NECO ‘O’ Level or their equivalent in subjects that include English, Mathematics, Government or History. Results at ‘O’ and ‘A’ levels must be attained in not more than two sittings.

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

NGN 1,709,500 a year. Tuition for new students from the university fee calculator (undergraduate, local and international students shown the same tuition); returning students pay 1,616,000. Session is not stated on the page. Excludes accommodation, faculty/departmental dues an Source

Domestic applicants: NGN 1,709,500 a year. Veritas fees calculator, undergraduate tuition for new students (returning-student rates differ, e.g. 1,616,000). 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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