NUC Grants License to MIVA Open University for BSc Programs
MIVA Open University, a uLesson Group subsidiary, obtains its official NUC license, marking a significant milestone for online education in Nigeria. Offering a broad range of online bachelor’s degree programmes, MIVA is set to revolutionize tertiary education and provide flexible learning options.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted MIVA Open University, a subsidiary of The uLesson Group, an official license to operate as an open university in Nigeria. This significant milestone underscores The uLesson Group’s dedication to providing outstanding educational services to secondary and tertiary students.
With the license from the NUC, MIVA Open University can now offer full bachelor’s degree programs through Online Distance e-Learning (ODeL). The institution will commence its degree programs with the first cohort in September 2023, offering courses in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Data Science, Software Engineering, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, and Public Policy & Administration.
The university has plans for rapid expansion in 2024, aiming to offer degrees in critical areas such as Nursing, Public Health, Education, and Law, among others. This license demonstrates MIVA Open University’s compliance with NUC’s regulatory requirements, guaranteeing that the educational services provided are of the highest quality.
Iheanyi Akwitti, Senior Vice President, Academics at The uLesson Group, expressed his delight at the NUC’s approval, asserting that the license is a testament to the quality and standard of education provided by MIVA Open University. He emphasized that their institutions are dedicated to reducing barriers to quality education by leveraging innovative, cutting-edge technology to create and distribute educational content in the most efficient manner.
MIVA Open University aims to offer a wide range of programs, including a blend of cutting-edge, proprietary curricula created to global standards. These programs are designed to provide innovative, market-ready skills that will enable its graduates to become agents of positive change in the new economies of technology, business, and governance.
The university also offers flexible learning options, allowing students to balance their studies with other commitments. With its commitment to preparing people for the opportunity and improving society through education, the launch of MIVA Open University is a response to the needs of millions in Nigeria for high-quality, accessible tertiary education.
For more information about MIVA Open University, its programs, and admission processes, please visit www.miva.university or contact 07000444000.