Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has received approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to commence 24 new academic programmes on a full-time basis beginning with the 2026/2027 academic session.
The approval marks another milestone for the institution as it expands its academic offerings across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. According to the university, the approval followed a successful resource verification exercise conducted by the National Universities Commission.
The development provides prospective students with more programme options and reflects the university's continued efforts to broaden learning opportunities in line with national academic standards.
NUC Grants Approval for 24 New Programmes
The approval was conveyed in an official letter dated June 19, 2026, addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh.
The letter was signed by Abubakar M. Girei, Director of Academic Planning at the National Universities Commission (NUC), authorizing the university to begin offering the newly approved programmes from the 2026/2027 academic session.
According to the university, the approval covers 24 programmes, comprising 14 undergraduate programmes and 10 postgraduate programmes.
List of Approved Undergraduate Programmes
The newly approved undergraduate programmes are:
- B.Sc. Architecture
- B.Sc. Quantity Surveying
- B.Sc. Surveying and Geoinformatics
- B.NSc. Nursing Science
- B.Ed. Educational Technology
- B.Ed. Guidance and Counselling
- B.Ed. Health Education
- B.Ed. Entrepreneurship Education
- B.Sc. Insurance and Risk Management
- B.Ed. Technology Education
- B. Community Health Science
- B.Eng. Computer Engineering
- B.Eng. Industrial and Production Engineering
- B.Eng. Biomedical Engineering
These additions further expand the range of professional and career-focused courses available to students seeking admission into Kwara State University.
Approved Postgraduate Programmes
The NUC also approved the introduction of the following postgraduate programmes:
- M.A. Fine and Applied Arts
- Ph.D. Fine and Applied Arts
- M.A. Performing Arts
- Ph.D. Performing Arts
- M.A. Linguistics
- PGD/M.Tech./Ph.D. Food Science and Technology
- Ph.D. Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Ph.D. Public Administration
- Ph.D. Mass Communication
These programmes are expected to strengthen postgraduate education and research opportunities within the university.
What the Approval Means for Prospective Students
With the commencement of these new programmes, candidates seeking admission into Kwara State University during the 2026/2027 academic session will have a wider selection of academic disciplines to choose from.
The approval also reflects the institution's continued expansion in key areas such as engineering, health sciences, education, architecture, environmental studies, management, arts, communication, and technology.
However, the university has not yet released additional admission guidelines, programme requirements, or application procedures for the newly approved courses. Prospective applicants are advised to monitor official university announcements for further updates.
Vice-Chancellor Commends University Staff
Reacting to the approval, the Vice-Chancellor of Kwara State University, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh, expressed appreciation to members of staff who contributed to the successful resource verification exercise conducted by the National Universities Commission.
He congratulated the university community for the achievement and acknowledged the commitment of staff members whose efforts helped secure the approval of the new academic programmes.
According to the Vice-Chancellor, the university remains committed to maintaining high standards in teaching, research, and community development while producing graduates equipped to contribute to national and global development.
Official Statement
The announcement was issued by Professor Saeedat Aliyu, Director of University Relations, Kwara State University, Malete, on July 22, 2026.
At the time of the announcement, no additional information regarding admission procedures, programme-specific entry requirements, tuition fees, or application deadlines had been provided.
Prospective students and other stakeholders are encouraged to rely on official communications from Kwara State University for future updates regarding the admission process into these newly approved programmes.
Conclusion
The approval of 24 new academic programmes by the National Universities Commission represents a significant development for Kwara State University as it prepares for the 2026/2027 academic session.
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