BOUESTI Postgraduate Programmes Approved by NUC

Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti, has received approval from the National Universities Commission for 33 postgraduate programmes, with effect from the 2026/2027 academic session.

The approval covers Postgraduate Diploma, Master's, Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Public Administration programmes across several academic fields.

What Has BOUESTI Announced?

BOUESTI has announced that NUC has approved 33 postgraduate programmes for the University.

The approval followed a resource verification exercise by the National Universities Commission and the outcome was conveyed through a letter dated June 15, 2026.

The letter was signed by Abubakar Girei, NUC's Director of Academic Planning.

Which Session Will the Programmes Start From?

The approved postgraduate programmes will start from the 2026/2027 academic session.

Prospective students and members of the public are expected to note this session as the approved take-off period for the listed programmes.

Why Was NUC Approval Granted?

NUC approval followed a successful resource verification exercise.

The verification process confirmed the University's readiness for the approved postgraduate programmes and the approval covers fields across the humanities, social sciences, management sciences, education, natural sciences, environmental sciences, communication and technology.

Which Postgraduate Levels Are Included?

The approved programmes include:

• Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
• Master's degree programmes
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes
• Master of Public Administration (MPA)

These levels give prospective students a clear view of the available postgraduate study routes under the new approval.

What Are the Approved BOUESTI Postgraduate Programmes?

The 33 approved postgraduate programmes include courses across business, science, arts, environmental studies and education.

The approved areas are:

1. Accounting
2. Business Administration
3. Office and Information Management
4. Entrepreneurship
5. Architecture
6. Music
7. Theatre Arts
8. Mass Communication
9. Computer Science
10. Environmental Management
11. Microbiology
12. Industrial Chemistry
13. Plant Science and Biotechnology
14. Physics
15. Economics
16. Development Studies
17. Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
18. Political Science
19. International Relations
20. Food Science and Technology
21. English Language Education
22. Educational Management
23. Test and Measurement
24. Guidance and Counselling
25. Social Studies Education
26. Biology Education
27. Chemistry Education
28. Physics Education
29. Mathematics Education
30. Integrated Science
31. Human Kinetics (Sports Management)
32. Health Education
33. Master of Public Administration (MPA)

Which Faculties and Fields Are Covered?

The approval covers a broad postgraduate spread across academic and professional fields.

The listed courses fall within the humanities, social sciences, management sciences, education, natural sciences, environmental sciences, communication and technology.

This range means that prospective postgraduate applicants may find options in teaching-related fields, laboratory-based sciences, public administration, management, communication, arts and public affairs.

What Did the Vice-Chancellor Say About the Approval?

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Andrew Babatunde Omojola, described the approval as a landmark achievement for BOUESTI's plan to become a leading centre for postgraduate education, research and academic development.

He noted that the approval reflects the dedication, resilience and joint effort of University Management, staff and relevant stakeholders who worked for the success of the resource verification exercise.

Who Was Acknowledged by the Vice-Chancellor?

Prof. Omojola expressed appreciation to the Visitor to the University and Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji.

He also thanked the Governing Council, Senate, staff and all stakeholders for their support and commitment to the growth and development of the University.

What Does the Approval Mean for Prospective Students?

The approval means that BOUESTI now has NUC clearance to commence the listed postgraduate programmes from the 2026/2027 academic session.

Prospective students and the general public have been assured that the University remains committed to quality teaching, research and community service through its postgraduate programmes.

How Will the Programmes Support Advanced Study?

The Vice-Chancellor stated that commencement of the programmes will create new opportunities for advanced learning, capacity building and research.

He also stated that the programmes will support national development and help address contemporary societal challenges.

What Should Prospective Applicants Check?

Prospective applicants should check the approved course list carefully, since the new approval covers different degree levels and academic fields.

A candidate interested in public service may note the Master of Public Administration, while a candidate with interest in science may review fields such as Microbiology, Industrial Chemistry, Plant Science and Biotechnology, Physics and Food Science and Technology.

Candidates with education backgrounds may also note the approved education programmes, including English Language Education, Educational Management, Test and Measurement, Guidance and Counselling, Social Studies Education, Biology Education, Chemistry Education, Physics Education, Mathematics Education, Integrated Science, Human Kinetics (Sports Management) and Health Education.

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