Official List of Courses Offered in Yusuf Maitama Sule University (YUMSUK) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Yusuf Maitama Sule University (YUMSUK): If you have chosen Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano (YUMSUK), you are targeting one of the most prestigious state universities in Northern Nigeria.

Named after the eloquence legend Dan Masanin Kano, this university is often confused with its “big brother,” Bayero University Kano (BUK). However, YUMSUK has its own distinct identity, operating from two major campuses: the City Campus (Gidan Ado Bayero) and the Main Campus (along General Buhari Way).

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

1. Faculty of Clinical Sciences

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

• Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) — The flagship course. You need a very high JAMB score (230+) and strong O’Level credits.

2. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

• Anatomy

• Biochemistry

• Physiology — Often used as a pathway for students who want to eventually transition into medical fields.

3. Faculty of Science

This faculty is the backbone of the university.

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Computer Science — The tech hub of the school. Very high demand.

• Industrial Chemistry

• Industrial Mathematics — Focuses on applied math for industries.

• Information and Communication Technology (ICT) — Distinct from Computer Science; focuses more on networking and systems.

• Mathematics

• Physics

4. Faculty of Social and Management Sciences

• Accounting — Very high demand.

• Business Administration

• Economics

• Entrepreneurship Studies — YUMSUK places a huge emphasis on self-reliance.

• Geography

• Taxation — A unique course not offered in many universities.

5. Faculty of Humanities

• Arabic Studies — YUMSUK is a center of excellence for Arabic.

• English Language

• History and International Studies

• Islamic Studies

• Nigerian Languages (Hausa) — Deeply rooted in the local culture.

6. Faculty of Education

YUMSUK trains thousands of competent teachers annually.

• Early Childhood Education

• Education and Arabic

• Education and Biology

• Education and Chemistry

• Education and Economics

• Education and English Language

• Education and Geography

• Education and History

• Education and Islamic Studies

• Education and Mathematics

• Education and Physics

• Educational Technology

• Guidance and Counselling

• Library and Information Science

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

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

1. The Indigene Preference

• YUMSUK is owned by the Kano State Government.

• Kano Indigenes: You receive massive preference. The cut-off mark for an indigene applying for Computer Science might be 160, while a non-indigene needs 180+.

• Non-Indigenes: You are welcome, but you must aim for the Merit List.

2. The Cut-Off Mark Reality

• General Cut-Off: YUMSUK typically sets a university minimum of 160.

• Real Targets:

  • Medicine (MBBS): 240+ (and you must pass the Post-UTME aptitude test).

  • Computer Science: 180+.

  • Education/Arts: 150 – 160 is usually sufficient.

3. Direct Entry (DE)

• YUMSUK is very friendly to DE candidates, especially those with IJMB or NCE.

• IJMB: Since the university runs a strong IJMB programme, having 7-9 points in IJMB gives you a very high chance of 200 Level admission.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is YUMSUK the same as Northwest University? Yes. The university was formerly called Northwest University, Kano. It was renamed Yusuf Maitama Sule University in 2017 to honor the late elder statesman.

Does YUMSUK offer a pharmacy? The university lists B.Pharm (Pharmaceutical and Therapeutics) in some brochures, but it is a developing faculty. Always verify if the current session is admitting students for Pharmacy on the JAMB portal before applying.

Is the school fees expensive? No. YUMSUK is one of the most affordable universities in Nigeria. For Kano State indigenes, the fees are heavily subsidized. Non-indigenes pay slightly more, but it is still very cheap compared to southern state universities.