Owolabi University Academic Plan
A 25-year master-planned academic framework built on NUC CCMAS standards, expanding from 3 pioneer take-off faculties to 14 faculties at full maturity.
Academic Growth Roadmap
Owolabi University operates a strategic academic system built under National Universities Commission (NUC) Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS). Academic growth is systematically phased across 25 years (2026 to 2051) to guarantee world-class staffing, laboratories, and infrastructure precede every programme launch.
The academic plan establishes clear governance protocols for faculty creation, departmental accreditation, research institute expansion, and sustainable student population management.
Faculties & Units
Owolabi University commences academic operations with three core faculties and the General Studies Unit offering high-demand undergraduate degree programmes and foundational courses:
Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
Accredited professional degree programmes in Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing Science, Nutrition & Dietetics, Physiotherapy, and Public Health.
Explore FacultyFaculty of Management & Social Sciences
Equipping ethical leaders with degree programmes in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, and Criminology & Security Studies.
Explore FacultyFaculty of Science & Computing
Driving digital transformation through Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Microbiology, and Science Laboratory Technology.
Explore FacultyGeneral Studies & Entrepreneurship
Foundational courses in communication, critical thinking, Nigerian culture, and entrepreneurial skills for every student.
Explore UnitCore Academic Roadmap Infrastructure
Take-off with 3 faculties, General Studies unit, and Year 3 expansion into Arts, Media Studies, Law, and Medicine.
Launch of Faculty of Engineering, School of Postgraduate Studies, and Distance Learning Centre.
Introduction of Architecture, Environmental Sciences, and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Establishment of Faculty of Agriculture, research stations, and full 14-faculty institutional consolidation.
Development Strategy & Programme Durations
A structured 25-year progression model coupled with NUC standard credit duration policies:
25-Year Development Phases Breakdown
Strategic timeline governing new faculty rollouts and departmental accreditation:
- Phase I (Take-off & Initial Expansion): Years 1 to 5. Take-off with Allied Health Sciences, Management & Social Sciences, Science & Computing, and General Studies. Year 3 adds Arts, Communication & Media Studies, Law, and Medicine & Dentistry.
- Phase II (Postgraduate & Engineering): Years 6 to 10. Reorganization into dedicated Schools, establishment of the Faculty of Engineering, Postgraduate School, and Distance Learning Centre.
- Phase III (Specialised Professions): Years 11 to 15. Introduction of Architecture, Environmental Sciences, and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- Phase IV (Agrarian Research): Years 16 to 20. Establishment of the Faculty of Agriculture and integrated Agrarian Research Station.
- Phase V (Global Consolidation): Years 21 to 25. Complete consolidation of all 14 faculties, 103 departments, and international research exchanges.
Programme Duration & Semester Limits
Minimum and maximum allowable semesters across degree categories:
| Degree Category | UTME Entry (100 Level) |
|---|---|
|
Four-Year Programmes Science, Computing, Management, Social Sciences |
8 to 12 Semesters |
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Five-Year Programmes Nursing Science, MLS, Physiotherapy, Law, Engineering |
10 to 14 Semesters |
|
Six-Year Programmes Medicine & Surgery (MBBS), Dental Surgery (BDS) |
12 to 16 Semesters |
Academic Leadership & Planning Officers
Directorate of Academic Planning officers oversight and strategic curriculum development leadership:
Director
Directorate of Academic Planning Institutional StrategyDeputy Director
Curriculum Development & CCMAS Quality AssuranceAccreditation Officer
NUC & Professional Council Liaison Compliance OfficePlanning Officer
Space & Laboratory Allocation Resource PlanningAdmission Guidelines & Academic Entry Rules
Guidelines governing candidate entry, UTME scoring requirements, and O'Level subject combinations.
01 UTME Undergraduate Entry
Standard 4, 5, and 6-Year Degrees
- Minimum of 5 O'Level credit passes in SSCE/GCE/NECO/NABTEB including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings.
- Attainment of official JAMB UTME cut-off mark for chosen degree programme.
02 Academic Progression & Compliance
- Full registration and compliance with University Senate continuous assessment standards.
- Mandatory completion of General Studies (GST) and Entrepreneurship (ENT) courses prior to graduation.
- Candidates must undergo internal verification and complete the Post-UTME Screening successfully.
Admissions & Academic Planning Enquiries
For detailed entry requirements or guidance on programme applications.
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