Official List of Courses Offered in Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO): This article focuses on the university (FUHSO), but we have included a section for the College of Health Technology at the bottom, just in case that is what you need.

1. College of Medicine (FUHSO)

This is the heart of the university. Admission here is extremely competitive and strictly by merit.

• Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) — The flagship course.

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS) — Recently approved and highly sought after.

• Nursing Science (B.NSc) — A fully accredited 5-year degree programme.

• Human Anatomy

• Human Physiology

2. Faculty of Science

While FUHSO is a health university, it requires a strong scientific base. These courses are tailored towards medical applications.

• Biochemistry

• Bioinformatics — A modern course combining biology and computer science.

• Biology

• Biostatistics — Crucial for medical research and epidemiology.

• Botany

• Chemistry

• Computer Science — Focuses on Health Informatics and medical data.

• Mathematics

• Microbiology

• Physics

• Zoology

3. Faculty of Pharmacy

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) — FUHSO offers the modern 6-year Doctor of Pharmacy degree, not just B.Pharm.

4. Other Approved Courses

The university is rapidly expanding. As of the 2026/2027 session, the National Universities Commission (NUC) has given approval for more specialized courses.

• Public Health — Recently added.

• Environmental Health Science

Important Admission Secrets for FUHSO (2026/2027)

To secure admission into this specialized university, you need to know the rules:

1. The Cut-Off Mark Reality

• Medicine (MBBS): You need a JAMB score of 230 – 240+ to be safe.

• Nursing / Pharmacy / B.MLS: Aim for 200 – 220.

• Science Courses: 160 – 180 is usually sufficient.

2. Subject Combination

• FUHSO is strict. You MUST have English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for almost every course.

• Mathematics: While not always required in JAMB for Biology-based courses, you must have a Credit in Mathematics in your O’Level (WAEC/NECO).

3. The “catchment” Factor

• Located in Benue State, FUHSO gives some preference to candidates from the “Zone C” (Idoma) area and Benue State in general, but as a Federal University, the Merit List is open to all Nigerians.

Are You Looking for the “College of Health Technology”?

If you are looking for a Diploma or Certificate (not a Degree), you likely mean Dr. John Adah College of Health Science and Technology, Otukpo.

Courses offered at the College include:

• Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW)

• Junior Community Health Extension Worker (JCHEW)

• Pharmacy Technician

• Medical Laboratory Technician

• Environmental Health Technology

• Health Information Management

If you have any questions or concerns, you are also welcome to leave a comment below, and we will respond accordingly.