Official List of Courses Offered in University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS): Are you planning to study at “UNICROSS”? If you are searching for courses at Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH), you need to update your vocabulary immediately. The institution has been officially renamed the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS).

This change is not just cosmetic; it signals a shift from being a purely “Technology” based school to a conventional university that can offer a wider range of courses, including Law and Medical Sciences.

NOTE: Before you browse the list, you must understand the “Multi-Campus” nature of UNICROSS. The university operates on four (4) different campuses. Your location depends entirely on your course.

• Calabar Campus (Main): Houses Engineering, Education, Environmental Sciences, Science, and Communication.

• Ogoja Campus: Houses Management Sciences (Accounting, Business Admin).

• Okuku Campus: Houses Basic Medical Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology).

• Obubra Campus: Houses Agriculture and Forestry.

The “Medicine” Warning: As of the 2026/2027 session, UNICROSS offers Basic Medical Sciences (Human Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Biochemistry). However, while the State Government has approved the establishment of a Faculty of Medicine, the full professional Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) degree for training medical doctors is not yet fully listed for UTME candidates on the JAMB portal. Do not confuse “Medical Biochemistry” with “Medicine and Surgery.”

Below is the official and accredited list of courses offered at UNICROSS for the 2026/2027 session, categorized by their Faculties and Campuses.

1. Faculty of Engineering (Calabar Campus)

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering — The most popular engineering course.

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Wood Products Engineering — A unique course that gives you a niche advantage.

2. Faculty of Environmental Sciences (Calabar Campus)

• Architecture — Requires a portfolio or creative aptitude.

• Estate Management

• Urban and Regional Planning

• Visual Arts and Technology

3. Faculty of Communication Technology (Calabar Campus)

• Mass Communication — Highly competitive. One of the flagship courses of the Calabar campus.

4. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences (Okuku Campus)

• Human Anatomy

• Human Physiology

• Medical Biochemistry

• (Note: Nursing and Medicine are currently in the developmental/accreditation pipeline. Check the portal for late updates.)

5. Faculty of Management Sciences (Ogoja Campus)

• Accountancy

• Banking and Finance

• Business Administration

• Hospitality and Tourism Management — Cross River is a tourism hub, making this course very practical.

• Marketing

6. Faculty of Science (Calabar Campus)

• Biochemistry

• Biological Sciences

• Chemistry

• Computer Science — The “Tech” hub of the school.

• Mathematics

• Microbiology

• Physics

• Statistics

7. Faculty of Agriculture & Forestry (Obubra Campus)

• Agricultural Economics and Extension

• Agronomy

• Animal Science

• Fisheries and Aquatic Science

• Forestry and Wildlife Resources Management

8. Faculty of Education (Calabar Campus)

• Business Education

• Educational Administration and Planning

• Guidance and Counselling

• Human Kinetics and Health Education

• Library and Information Science

• Science Education (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths)

• Technical Education (Auto-Mechanical, Building, Electrical/Electronics)

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into UNICROSS, you need to navigate its specific requirements:

1. The Cut-Off Mark

• General Cut-Off: UNICROSS is very student-friendly. They consistently use a cut-off of 150.

• Screening Method: UNICROSS typically uses an Online Screening method (Point-Based System) rather than a physical exam. This means your O-Level grades (WAEC/NECO) are crucial. A’s and B’s will boost your aggregate significantly.

2. Know Your Campus Before You Apply

• If you apply for Business Administration, do not look for accommodation in Calabar. You will be studying in Ogoja, which is several hours away from the capital.

• If you apply for Microbiology, you are in Calabar.

• Why this matters: Many freshers make the mistake of renting houses in Calabar only to realize their faculty is in Okuku or Obubra!

3. Catchment Area

• As a state-owned university, UNICROSS gives preference to indigenes of Cross River State. However, the Merit list is open to all, provided you cross the departmental cut-off mark.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is UNICROSS the same as CRUTECH? Yes. CRUTECH (Cross River University of Technology) was renamed UNICROSS (University of Cross River State) to reflect its broader mandate beyond just “Technology.”

Does UNICROSS offer Nursing? As of the 2026/2027 session, UNICROSS lists Human Kinetics, Health Education, and Basic Medical Sciences. A full Nursing Science (B.NSc) degree is often in high demand but subject to NUC accreditation status. Always check the specific JAMB brochure for the current year to see if it has been added.

Does UNICROSS offer Law? With the name change to a “conventional” university, Law is in the pipeline. However, as of the last official list, it was not yet fully operational for UTME candidates.