Official List of Courses Offered in Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK): If you have chosen Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), you are targeting one of the most strategically located state universities in Nigeria.

Because of its proximity to the Federal Capital Territory (just 30–45 minutes from Abuja), NSUK is extremely competitive. It attracts thousands of applicants who live in Abuja but want a standard state university education.

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

1. Faculty of Administration

This is one of the most populated faculties because of the high demand from students in Abuja/Keffi.

• Accounting — Very high demand.

• Banking and Finance

• Business Administration

• Entrepreneurship Studies

• Public Administration — The flagship course of the faculty; very competitive.

• Taxation — A specialized degree for those interested in revenue and finance.

2. Faculty of Law

• Common and Islamic Law (LL.B) — NSUK Law is highly respected. The faculty has produced excellent lawyers who practice in the nearby FCT.

3. Faculty of Social Sciences

• Economics

• Mass Communication — Extremely popular. NSUK has a solid studio and media presence.

• Political Science

• Psychology

• Sociology

• Geography (Sometimes listed under Environmental Science, depending on the session structure)

4. Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences

• Biochemistry

• Computer Science — The tech hub of the school. Cut-off is usually 170+.

• Geology and Mining — Nasarawa is the “Home of Solid Minerals,” so this course is very practical here.

• Mathematics

• Microbiology — Very competitive.

• Physics

• Plant Science and Biotechnology

• Science Laboratory Technology (SLT)

• Statistics

• Zoology

5. Faculty of Environmental Science

• Environmental Management

• Estate Management — Very lucrative given the real estate boom in the Keffi-Abuja corridor.

• Geography

• Urban and Regional Planning

6. Faculty of Arts

• Arabic Studies

• Christian Religious Studies (CRS)

• English Profile (English Language)

• French

• History

• Islamic Studies

• Linguistics

• Philosophy and Religious Studies

• Theatre and Cultural Arts — Famous for its vibrant performances.

7. Faculty of Agriculture

• Agricultural Economics and Extension

• Agronomy

• Animal Science

• Fisheries

• Forestry and Wildlife Management

• Home Science and Management

8. Faculty of Education

NSUK is a giant in teacher training.

• Educational Management

• Guidance and Counseling

• Library and Information Science

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

• Arts & Social Science Education (English, French, History, Economics, Geography, CRS, Islamic Studies)

• Special Education — NSUK is one of the few universities with a dedicated department for Special Education.

9. Faculty of Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical / Electronics Engineering

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Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into NSUK Keffi, you need to understand the “Abuja Effect”:

1. The Competition is Real

• Because NSUK is so close to Abuja, it receives a massive number of applications from students living in the FCT who missed admission into UniAbuja.

• Implication: You need a high JAMB score. While the official cut-off might be 160, courses like Mass Comm, Law, and Public Admin often require 200+ to be safe.

2. Indigene vs. Non-Indigene

• NSUK is owned by the Nasarawa State Government.

• Catchment: Nasarawa indigenes get priority.

• Non-Indigenes: You are very welcome (the school is very cosmopolitan), but you must fight for the Merit slots.

3. Direct Entry (DE)

• NSUK accepts IJMB and National Diploma (ND).

• IJMB Location: Note that NSUK has a strong IJMB programme (often located at the PYANKU campus or designated centres). Passing IJMB is a reliable route into the 200 Level.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does NSUK offer International Relations? NSUK offers Political Science. International Relations is often a postgraduate specialization or a module within Political Science, not always a standalone undergraduate degree.

Are NSUK School Fees expensive? For Nasarawa Indigenes, it is very affordable. For Non-Indigenes, the fee is higher but still reasonable compared to private universities.

Is the campus safe? Keffi is a bustling town. The university environment is generally safe, but students are advised to be security-conscious. Many students live in “Angwan Lambu” (Student Village), which is a lively student community.