UNIBEN gets NUC’s approval for six new undergraduate, postgraduate courses

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has secured approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) for six new full-time undergraduate and additional postgraduate programs. These new courses, set to launch in the 2026/2027 academic session, are expected to enhance UNIBEN's standing as a center for excellence in developing skilled professionals. The university's Public Relations Officer, Benedicta Ehanire, announced the development, stating that the approval followed a successful resource assessment by the NUC. Among the newly approved undergraduate degrees are Bachelor of Science programs in Speech Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy. These align with the Education Minister's initiative to cultivate skilled manpower to address shortages in Nigeria's healthcare sector. Other undergraduate programs granted approval include International Relations, Intelligence and Security Studies, Primary Education, and Nursing Science. The Nursing Science program will be a collaborative effort with the University of Benin Teaching Hospital. Furthermore, UNIBEN's Centre of Excellence in Space Science Technology and Application received approval to offer Master's and PhD degrees in Remote Sensing and Aeronautics Engineering. Vice-Chancellor Edoba Omoregie expressed gratitude to the NUC, reaffirming the university's commitment to being a leading hub for manpower training. He emphasized UNIBEN's dedication to expanding its academic offerings to meet national development needs.

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The development would further strengthen UNIBEN’s position as a centre of excellence in manpower development.