The management of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for admission into its newly expanded academic portfolio for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Following a rigorous review and subsequent formal approval by the National Universities Commission (NUC), FUNAAB has been officially authorized to run six cutting-edge undergraduate degree programmes on a full-time basis. These new offerings are strategically designed to address contemporary global challenges, combining specialized scientific research with high-demand professional applications to prepare graduates for top-tier careers.
The Newly Approved Degree Programmes
Applications are now open for the following newly minted Bachelor of Science tracks:
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B.Sc. Geophysics: Delve into earth physics, exploration, and natural resource management using advanced quantitative and seismic methodologies.
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B.Sc. Public Health: Master the science of community health, epidemiology, wellness promotion, and structural healthcare policy.
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B.Sc. Biotechnology: Harness cellular and biomolecular processes to develop groundbreaking technologies in agriculture, medicine, and environmental science.
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B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology (SLT): Gain elite, hands-on competencies in scientific instrumentation, laboratory management, and multidisciplinary research execution.
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B.Sc. Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH): Engage with vital sustainable development goals through specialized training in water resource engineering, hygiene education, and environmental sanitation.
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B.Sc. Clothing and Textile: Merge creative design with industrial textile science, manufacturing technology, and fashion entrepreneurship.
Admission Eligibility & The Action Plan
These programs are open to both fresh applicants and existing UTME candidates who meet FUNAAB’s baseline institutional and departmental cut-off marks.
If you have already sat for the 2026 UTME but did not choose these specific courses initially, you can still easily pivot your career path by following these steps:
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Visit a CBT Centre: Walk into any accredited JAMB Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centre nationwide.
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Request a Change of Course: Correct your choice by switching your preferred program to any of the six newly launched FUNAAB courses.
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Verify Prerequisites: Ensure your O’Level subject combinations and UTME subject metrics align exactly with the core requirements of the new department.
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Complete University Procedures: Follow through with all supplementary screening directives issued on the official university portal.
Pro-Tip for Aspirants: Do not delay your registration. Space allocations within newly approved programs are highly competitive. Completing your Change of Course early significantly minimizes the risk of portal congestion and enhances your probability of securing a merit-list spot.
Anti-Fraud & Official Channels Notice
To protect your admission journey, the university management strongly advises all candidates to rely exclusively on official platforms. Throughout this screening cycle, cross-check all registration details, deadlines, and guidelines directly via the official Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) media channels and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) portal. Disregard unauthorized third-party admission blogs or personal bank account payment requests.
