Undergraduate Programme

We offer a broad range of academic disciplines designed to equip students with foundational knowledge, critical thinking, and practical skills for professional success. The programme spanned across various faculties and disciplines, providing students with comprehensive academic training, industry-relevant skills, and a solid foundation for future careers or advanced study in their chosen fields.

We offer a diverse range of undergraduate programmes designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to succeed in their chosen fields and make meaningful contributions to society. Our curriculum combines rigorous academic training with practical experience, fostering critical thinking, innovation, and professional competence. Students have opportunities to engage in research projects that deepen their understanding of their disciplines and prepare them for postgraduate studies or professional practice.

Successful completion of the programme requires fulfilling all course requirements, participating in research or final-year projects, and meeting the university’s academic standards for graduation. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue careers across various industries, engage in entrepreneurial ventures, or continue their education through professional and postgraduate studies.

Programme Structure

The undergraduate programmes involve students progressing from foundational courses to specialised core areas in their discipline. The academic calendar is semester-based, divided into Harmattan and Rain semesters, and students are assessed through a combination of assignments, practicals, continuous assessments, and examinations.

Programmes are delivered in full-time mode and structured to meet NUC-approved curricula standards, combining general studies, core courses, electives, and practical projects or research. Beyond academics, students are encouraged to participate in leadership activities, professional internships, and developmental programmes that align with their career goals. This integrated approach ensures graduates are not only academically competent but also morally upright, socially responsible, and professionally prepared.

Undergraduate Courses

Our undergraduate courses span a wide array of disciplines housed across the following faculties:

  1. Faculty of Arts
  2. Faculty of Education
  3. Faculty of Law
  4. Faculty of Science
  5. Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
  6. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
  7. Faculty of Clinical Sciences
  8. Faculty of Engineering and Environmental Studies
  9. Faculty of Agricultural Sciences
  10. Faculty of Pharmacy

Each programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, equipping students to contribute meaningfully in their chosen careers. Detailed course descriptions, curriculum structures, and available options are provided on our dedicated undergraduate course pages, allowing prospective students to explore the full breadth of what we offer before applying.

Programme Duration

Most undergraduate programmes are designed to be completed in four to five years, typically spanning eight to ten semesters for students entering through the UTME route. Direct Entry students, who join with advanced qualifications such as ‘A’ Levels, OND, or NCE, can complete their studies in three to four years, or six to eight semesters, depending on the programme.

This structure allows students to progress efficiently while acquiring the full range of knowledge and skills required for graduation.

Admission Process Overview

Admission into our undergraduate programmes begins with candidates applying through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) or Direct Entry (DE). Applicants must select Olabisi Onabanjo University as their first choice and meet the approved cut-off mark and other requirements. Eligible candidates are invited to the Post-UTME Screening Exercise, after which successful candidates receive provisional admission through the university’s online portal.

Admitted candidates are required to pay the acceptance fee via the official portal, complete document verification at the Academic Affairs and Faculty Offices, and finalise online registration and course enrolment. This simple, transparent process ensures that every qualified student transitions smoothly into life at Olabisi Onabanjo University.

Admission Requirements

1. UTME (JAMB) Entry

Prospective students must:

  1. Have a minimum of five (5) credit passes in relevant O-Level subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.
  2. Attain the prescribed UTME cut-off mark as determined annually by the university and JAMB.
  3. Sit for the OOU Post-UTME screening and meet departmental requirements.

2. Direct Entry (DE)

Candidates with any of the following may apply via Direct Entry:

  1. National Diploma (ND), NCE, or equivalent with at least Upper Credit or Merit.
  2. Advanced Level GCE or JUPEB results.
  3. Other qualifications are acceptable to the university senate.

General Admission Criteria

  1. Candidates must be at least 16 years of age by the time of admission.
  2. Candidates must select OOU as their first choice or effect a change of institution where applicable.

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