Official List of Courses Offered in Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Afe Babalola University (ABUAD): If you have chosen Afe Babalola University (ABUAD), Ado-Ekiti, you are targeting a world-class institution that prides itself on discipline, luxury, and academic speed.

Founded by the legal luminary Aare Afe Babalola (SAN), ABUAD is not your average Nigerian university. It operates with the precision of a European institution—No Strikes, No Delays. If you are admitted for a 4-year course, you will graduate in exactly 4 years.

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

1. College of Medicine and Health Sciences

This is the most competitive college. The facilities here are matched only by top universities abroad.

• Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) — The flagship course. Requires a high JAMB score and deep pockets.

• Nursing / Nursing Science (B.NSc) — Extremely competitive and disciplined.

• Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS)

• Dentistry (BDS) — Fully operational.

• Optometry — Focuses on eye care and vision science.

• Anatomy

• Physiology

• Human Nutrition and Dietetics

• Public Health

• Pharmacology

2. College of Pharmacy

• Pharmacy (B.Pharm / Pharm.D) — ABUAD offers a robust Pharmacy programme with modern laboratories.

3. College of Law

• Law (LL.B) — ABUAD Law is legendary. The college is considered the “pride” of the founder, who is a SAN. Expect rigorous training and a very strict dress code (White and Black).

4. College of Engineering

The College of Engineering is often called the “Pride of ABUAD.” It is built on a massive expanse of land with workshops that function like factories.

• Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering — The most unique engineering course in the school.

• Biomedical Engineering — Combines engineering with medical science.

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Mechatronics Engineering — Robotics and Automation.

• Petroleum Engineering

5. College of Sciences

This faculty houses the digital and pure science courses.

• Biochemistry

• Biotechnology

• Computer Science — The tech hub of the school.

• Cyber Security — New & highly sought after.

• Data Science — For future data analysts and AI specialists.

• Software Engineering — Focuses purely on coding and app development.

• Geology

• Industrial Chemistry

• Mathematics

• Microbiology

• Physics with Electronics

6. College of Social and Management Sciences

• Accounting — Produces Chartered Accountants regularly.

• Banking and Finance

• Business Administration

• Economics

• Intelligence and Security Studies — A unique course relevant to national security.

• International Relations and Diplomacy — Very popular.

• Media and Communication Studies (Mass Comm) — ABUAD has a world-class TV and Radio station for practicals.

• Peace and Conflict Studies

• Political Science

• Social Justice — A unique course focusing on equity and law.

• Sociology

• Tourism and Events Management

7. College of Arts and Humanities

• English Language

• History and International Studies

• Linguistics

• Performing Arts — ABUAD invests heavily in culture and arts.

• Philosophy

• Religious Studies

8. College of Agriculture

• Agricultural Science (with options in):

  • Animal Science

  • Agricultural Economics

  • Crop Science

  • Soil Science

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into ABUAD, you need to understand the “ABUAD Lifestyle”:

1. The Cost Factor

• ABUAD is a premium university.

• Medicine/Law/Engineering: These are the most expensive. Be prepared for fees ranging from ₦2 Million to ₦5 Million+ per session (depending on the course and level).

• Admission Tip: Ensure your sponsor is financially capable before applying. ABUAD does not joke with school fees payment.

2. The Strict Discipline

• ABUAD is NOT a place for “campus life” partying.

• Dress Code: There is a strict dress code for every college. Law students wear White & Black. Engineering students wear Coveralls. Others have specific corporate attire requirements during school hours.

• Curfew: There is a strict hostel curfew.

3. Direct Entry (DE) & JUPEB

• ABUAD accepts JUPEB and A-Levels. They also run a robust Pre-Degree/JUPEB Programme. If you can afford the fees but have a low JAMB score, their Pre-Degree programme is a very safe route into 200 Level.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is ABUAD accredited? Yes. Every course listed above is fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and relevant professional bodies (MDCN, COREN, Council of Legal Education).

Does ABUAD offer Nursing? Yes. They have one of the best Nursing schools in Nigeria, attached to their Multi-System Hospital.

Can I study Medicine at ABUAD with a low JAMB score? It is difficult. While private universities are generally more flexible, ABUAD’s Medicine is highly competitive because of its reputation. You generally need 200+ in JAMB and good O’Level results.