Official List of Courses Offered in Ekiti State University (EKSU) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Ekiti State University (EKSU): Are you planning to study at the “University of Solid Minerals”? If you have chosen Ekiti State University (EKSU) for the 2026/2027 academic session, you are targeting a university with a rich history (formerly known as UNAD) and a reputation for producing intellectually sound graduates.

Located in Ado-Ekiti, EKSU is often the top choice for students who want a standard university education without the extreme admission bottlenecks of federal universities like UI or OAU.

NOTE: Before you browse the list, you must be aware of the massive restructuring EKSU has undergone recently. If you rely on old blogs, you might apply for a faculty that no longer exists in its old form.

1. Mass Comm is Gone (Unbundled): EKSU has unbundled the Department of Mass Communication. It is now a full Faculty of Communication and Media Studies. You can now apply for specialized degrees like Journalism and Broadcasting, distinct from the general Mass Comm degree.

2. New Faculty of Computing: EKSU has moved “Computer Science” out of the Faculty of Science. It is now housed under the new Faculty of Computing and Information Engineering.

3. Nursing Quota Increased: Good news for health aspirants—the Nursing and Midwifery Council has increased EKSU’s admission quota for Nursing Science to 100 students. It is fully accredited.

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

1. College of Medicine (Accredited)

This is the most competitive college. Admission is strictly by merit.

• Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) — The flagship course. Requires 250+ in JAMB.

• Nursing Science (B.NSc) — Extremely competitive (Cut-off 220+).

• Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS)

• Anatomy

• Physiology

2. Faculty of Law

• Law (LL.B) — EKSU Law Faculty is one of the most respected in the South-West. It requires a very high aggregate score.

3. Faculty of Computing and Information Engineering (New)

• Computer Science — The tech hub of the school.

• Cyber Security — Recently introduced to meet global demand.

• Artificial Intelligence (Check portal for current availability)

4. Faculty of Engineering

• Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering — Focuses on hardware and embedded systems.

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Mechatronics Engineering — New & Hot.

5. Faculty of Communication and Media Studies (New)

• Mass Communication — Still retained as a general degree for now.

• Journalism and Media Studies

• Broadcasting

• Public Relations and Advertising

6. Faculty of Environmental Design and Management

• Architecture — Requires a portfolio or creative aptitude.

• Building Technology

• Estate Management

• Quantity Surveying

• Urban and Regional Planning

7. Faculty of Management Sciences

• Accounting — Very high demand.

• Banking and Finance

• Business Administration

• Cooperative and Rural Development

• Entrepreneurship

• Industrial Relations and Personnel Management

• Insurance

• Marketing

8. Faculty of Social Sciences

• Economics — Requires Credit in Mathematics.

• Geography and Planning Science

• Political Science

• Psychology

• Sociology

• Tourism and Hospitality Management

9. Faculty of Science

• Biochemistry

• Chemistry

• Geology

• Industrial Chemistry

• Mathematics

• Microbiology — Very competitive.

• Physics

• Plant Science and Biotechnology (Botany)

• Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)

• Statistics

• Zoology and Environmental Biology

10. Faculty of Arts

• English and Literary Studies

• French

• History and International Studies

• Linguistics and Nigerian Languages (Yoruba)

• Philosophy

• Religious Studies

• Theatre and Media Arts — Famous for its vibrant productions.

11. Faculty of Agriculture

• Agricultural Economics and Extension Services

• Animal Production and Health

• Crop, Horticulture and Landscape Design

• Fisheries and Aquaculture Management

• Forestry, Wildlife and Environmental Management

• Soil Resources and Environmental Management

12. Faculty of Education

EKSU is a giant in teacher training (inherited from the old College of Education days).

• Adult Education

• Agricultural Science Education

• Arts Education (English, French, History, Yoruba, Religion)

• Business Education

• Educational Management

• Guidance and Counselling

• Human Kinetics and Health Education

• Library and Information Science

• Science Education (Biology, Chemistry, Computer, Math, Physics)

• Social Science Education (Economics, Geography, Pol Science, Social Studies)

• Technical Education (Building, Electrical, Mechanical options)

• Vocational Education

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into EKSU, you need to understand the “Ekiti” factor:

1. The “Indigene” Preference

• EKSU is a state-owned university. Ekiti State Indigenes are given significant preference in the admission quota.

• Non-Indigenes: You are welcome, but for competitive courses like Medicine and Law, you need to score significantly higher than the indigene cut-off to be considered on the Merit list.

2. The Cut-Off Mark Reality

• General Cut-Off: EKSU typically sets a friendly cut-off of 140 or 150.

• Departmental Targets:

  • Medicine: You need 250+.

  • Nursing/Law: Aim for 220 – 240.

  • Computer Science/Accounting: Aim for 180 – 200.

3. The Pre-Degree Route

• EKSU runs one of the most successful Pre-Degree programmes in Nigeria. If you have a low JAMB score, enrolling in their Pre-Degree programme (usually 6-9 months) is a reliable “backdoor” into 100 Level, provided you pass the final exams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is EKSU the same as UNAD? Yes. The university was formerly called University of Ado-Ekiti (UNAD). It was renamed Ekiti State University (EKSU) years ago. Some older parents still call it UNAD.

Does EKSU offer Pharmacy? As of the 2026/2027 session, EKSU does not yet have a fully operational Faculty of Pharmacy for UTME candidates. They offer Pharmacology under Basic Medical Sciences.

Is Nursing Science accredited? Yes. Nursing Science at EKSU is fully accredited by both the NUC and the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).