The Sagamu Campus is one of the five campuses of the University, alongside the Main Campus, Mini Campus, Ayetoro, and Ibogun. Located in Sagamu, Ogun State, this campus is home to the Obafemi Awolowo College of Health Sciences, making it the university’s premier centre for medical education, healthcare training, and clinical research. It plays a critical role in producing doctors, pharmacists, and other health professionals who serve communities across Nigeria and beyond.
The Sagamu Campus was established to provide an academic base for medical and health sciences in close proximity to hospitals and healthcare facilities. Its positioning in Sagamu enables seamless integration of classroom learning, clinical training, and community health engagement. The campus also supports cutting-edge research in medicine, pharmacy, and allied health sciences, reinforcing OOU’s reputation as a leader in health education.
Faculties and Programmes
Sagamu Campus hosts the Obafemi Awolowo College of Health Sciences, which houses the following faculties and departments:
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Department of Anatomy
- Department of Biochemistry
- Department of Forensic Science
- Department of Nursing Science
- Department of Physiology
- Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
- Department of Chemical Pathology and Immunology
- Department of Haematology & Blood Transfusion
- Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
- Department of Morbid Anatomy and Histopathology
- Department of Pharmacology
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
- Department of Community Medicine and Primary Care
- Department of Medicine
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Department of Paediatrics
- Department of Radiology
- Department of Surgery
Both undergraduate and postgraduate students receive a blend of theoretical knowledge and clinical exposure.
Facilities and Learning Environment
The Sagamu Campus is designed to meet the highest standards of medical and health sciences education, with facilities that include:
- Modern laboratories for Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, and related fields
- Teaching hospitals and clinical facilities for hands-on patient care experience
- Simulation laboratories for practical training
- Departmental and central libraries with access to digital health science resources
- Lecture halls equipped with multimedia teaching tools
- ICT facilities that support e-learning and medical research
- A dedicated health centre providing essential services to students and staff
- Student hostels and staff quarters within and around the campus
Campus Life & Community
Life at Sagamu Campus is centred around academic rigour and practical training. Students engage in hospital postings, medical outreaches, and clinical research while also enjoying recreational activities through student societies, sports, and cultural events.
The Sagamu community, known for its accessibility and supportive environment, complements the student experience with local housing, markets, and essential services.