Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra, formerly called Anambra State University, has commenced the sale of application forms for admission into its part-time and weekend degree programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Seventeen programmes are listed across Arts, Management, Social Sciences and Education, while Direct Entry and Normal Entry routes are stated for applicants.
COOU Part-Time and Weekend Programmes
The available programmes are:
- B.A English
- B.A History & International Relations
- B.Sc Business Administration
- B.Sc Economics
- B.Sc Mass Communication
- B.Sc Public Administration
- B.Sc Political Science
- B.Sc Entrepreneurial Studies
- B.Sc Banking & Finance
- B.Sc Sociology
- B.Sc Accountancy
- B.Sc Marketing
- B.Sc Philosophy
- B.Sc Psychology
- B.Sc Criminology & Security Studies
- B.Ed Educational Foundation
- B.Ed Arts & Social Sciences
Applicants should select a programme that matches the admission route for which they qualify.
COOU Part-Time Admission Requirements
Two admission routes are stated for the 2026/2027 part-time and weekend programmes.
Direct Entry Route
Direct Entry is listed as a four-year route.
The stated qualifications are:
- OND
- HND
- BSc
- BA
Normal Entry Route
Normal Entry is listed as a five-year route and is subject to NUC admission requirements.
No further Normal Entry qualification details are stated in the admission information.
Programme Duration
The admission information lists Direct Entry as four years and Normal Entry as five years.
It also separately states "Course Duration: Five Years". Applicants using the Direct Entry route should therefore rely on the university's final admission guidance for the duration attached to their approved entry route.
Stated Benefits of the Programme
COOU lists several benefits for applicants considering the part-time and weekend programmes:
- Lesser school fees
- Opportunity for instalmental payment of school fees
- Shorter duration of programme
- Avoidance of the rigours of admission through JAMB
- Opportunity to work and study
- Acquiring a qualitative degree while in business or at work
- Absence of unnecessary fees
These benefits are presented by the university as features of the programme.
How to Apply for COOU Part-Time Admission
Applications will be completed through the COOU application portal.
The stated process is:
- Visit the COOU portal.
- Select the Part Time option.
- Generate an invoice.
- Make the required payment.
- Return to the portal and complete the application form online.
No application fee amount or closing date is stated in the admission information.
COOU Part-Time Admission Enquiry
Applicants who need further information can use the stated enquiry number:
08037820855
COOU Part-Time Admission Troubleshooter
| Applicant Situation | What to Check | Appropriate Step | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🎓 Direct Entry applicant | OND, HND, BSc or BA qualification | Check the four-year Direct Entry route | Use the stated Direct Entry category |
| 📚 Normal Entry applicant | NUC admission requirements | Check eligibility before starting the form | Use the five-year Normal Entry route |
| 🧾 Application not started | Whether an invoice has been generated | Select Part Time on the COOU portal and generate an invoice | Proceed to payment and the online form |
| ☎️ Admission enquiry | Whether further clarification is needed | Contact 08037820855 | Obtain further admission information |
