Official List of Courses Offered in Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH): If you are searching for courses at KUST Wudil, you need to update your vocabulary. The university has been officially renamed Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH), Wudil.

ADUSTECH is a specialized university. Unlike Bayero University Kano (BUK), which offers everything from Law to History, ADUSTECH focuses strictly on Science, Technology, Agriculture, and Education.

NOTE: Before you browse the list, you must save yourself from a common mistake made by many JAMB candidates:

1. No “Clinical” Medicine: ADUSTECH does NOT offer Medicine and Surgery (MBBS), Pharmacy, or Medical Laboratory Science. If you want to be a Medical Doctor in Kano, you should apply to BUK or Yusuf Maitama Sule University.

2. No Nursing Science: The university does not offer a B.NSc degree in Nursing. They offer Health Education and Human Kinetics, which are education/science courses, not clinical nursing.

3. The “Tech” Strength: The university is arguably the best state university in the North for Food Science, Agriculture, and Urban Planning.

Below is the official and accredited list of courses offered at ADUSTECH (KUST Wudil) for the 2026/2027 session, categorized by their Faculties.

1. Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences

This is the tech hub of the university.

• Computer Science — The most popular course. Cut-off is usually 160-170.

• Mathematics

• Statistics

• Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (Often available under the Computer Science department)

2. Faculty of Engineering

• Agricultural Engineering

• Automotive Engineering — A unique course rare in other universities.

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Mechatronics Engineering — Combines mechanics and electronics (Robotics).

• Water Resources and Environmental Engineering

3. Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences

• Architecture — Requires a creative flair and good math skills.

• Geography

• Geology — Highly relevant due to the mining potential in Northern Nigeria.

• Meteorology — Study of weather and climate.

• Urban and Regional Planning — One of the flagship courses of the university.

• Estate Management

• Quantity Surveying

• Building Technology

4. Faculty of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology

ADUSTECH is a giant in agricultural research.

• Agricultural Economics and Extension

• Animal Science

• Crop Science

• Fisheries and Aquaculture

• Food Science and Technology — Very lucrative; graduates work in food processing companies like Dangote.

• Forestry and Wildlife Management

• Soil Science

5. Faculty of Science

• Biochemistry

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Microbiology — Very competitive.

• Physics

• Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)

6. Faculty of Science and Technical Education

ADUSTECH trains teachers who specialize in science and technical subjects.

• Agricultural Science Education

• Biology Education

• Chemistry Education

• Computer Science Education

• Geography Education

• Health Education — Note: This is NOT Nursing.

• Human Kinetics

• Library and Information Science

• Mathematics Education

• Physics Education

• Technical Education (with options in Automobile, Building, Electrical/Electronics, Metalwork, and Woodwork Technology)

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into ADUSTECH Wudil, you need to understand the “Kano Factor”:

1. The Cut-Off Mark Strategy

• General Cut-Off: ADUSTECH is very student-friendly. They often set a general cut-off of 140 or 150.

• Tiered Admission:

  • Tier 1 (160 – 170+): Computer Science, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Microbiology, Biochemistry.

  • Tier 2 (140 – 150): Agriculture, Education, Physics, Mathematics.

2. Catchment Area

• The university is owned by the Kano State Government.

• Kano Indigenes: You get massive preference. Admission is almost guaranteed if you meet the minimum requirements.

• Non-Indigenes: You are welcome, but you must aim for the Merit list. The university is very popular among students from Jigawa, Katsina, and Bauchi.

3. Direct Entry (DE)

• ADUSTECH accepts IJMB and National Diploma (ND).

• IJMB: This is the most popular route for Northern students. A score of 7 points and above is a safe zone for admission into the 200 Level.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is KUST Wudil the same as ADUSTECH? Yes. Kano University of Science and Technology (KUST) was renamed Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUSTECH) in honor of the business mogul Aliko Dangote.

Does ADUSTECH offer Cyber Security? As of the 2026/2027 session, ADUSTECH offers Computer Science. While you cover security modules, a standalone “B.Sc Cyber Security” is not yet the primary degree title here compared to other specialized tech universities.

Is the campus safe? Wudil is a town located about 40km away from Kano city. It is generally peaceful, and the campus is enclosed. However, students are always advised to be security-conscious and stay within the school and town environs.