The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has recorded another major academic achievement as the National Universities Commission (NUC) officially approved six new undergraduate degree programmes for the institution.
The approval, which takes effect from the 2026/2027 Academic Session, was granted after a successful Resource Assessment Visit by the NUC to evaluate the University's readiness, facilities, and availability of qualified personnel for the proposed programmes.
According to a statement released by the University, the newly approved programmes are:
✅ B.Sc. Geophysics
✅ B.Sc. Public Health
✅ B.Sc. Biotechnology
✅ B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology
✅ B.Sc. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
✅ B.Sc. Clothing and Textile
The approval was conveyed by the Executive Secretary of the NUC in a letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, following the Commission's thorough review of the assessment report.
This development further demonstrates FUNAAB's commitment to expanding access to quality education, promoting innovation, and producing highly skilled graduates capable of addressing national and global challenges in science, health, technology, and sustainable development.
With the addition of these six programmes, FUNAAB continues to strengthen its position as one of Nigeria's leading universities, providing students with more academic opportunities and career pathways in emerging and high-demand fields.
Prospective candidates seeking admission into FUNAAB for the 2026/2027 Academic Session are advised to stay updated for further admission guidelines and application procedures.
Congratulations to the FUNAAB community on this remarkable milestone!
