Official List of Courses Offered in Ahman Pategi University (APU) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Ahman Pategi University (APU): If you have chosen Ahman Pategi University (APU), located in the peaceful town of Patigi, Kwara State, you are targeting one of the fastest-growing private universities in the region.

Founded by Hon. Aliyu Ahman-Pategi, APU was established to solve the problem of access to quality education in the region. Unlike many private universities that are prohibitively expensive, APU is known for being Budget-Friendly (one of the most affordable private universities in Nigeria) while offering specialized courses like Forensic Science.

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

1. Faculty of Science and Computing

This is the university’s strongest faculty. Admissions are strictly by Merit.

• Forensic Science — The university’s signature course. Focuses on crime detection using science (DNA, fingerprints).

• Cyber Security — Teaches defense against digital threats. Very high demand.

• Software Engineering — Focuses on rigorous coding, app development, and systems architecture.

• Computer Science — The tech backbone of the school.

• Microbiology

• Biochemistry

• Industrial Chemistry — Great for careers in manufacturing and oil & gas.

• Physics with Electronics — A practical course for telecommunications and hardware engineering.

• Plant Science and Biotechnology

• Geology and Mineral Sciences — Newly accredited. Great for the mining sector in Kwara/North-Central.

• Mathematics

• Statistics

2. Faculty of Humanities, Social and Management Sciences

This faculty produces business leaders and administrators.

• Accounting — Produces graduates ready for ICAN professional exams.

• Taxation — A specialized degree with high employability in revenue services (FIRS).

• Economics

• Mass Communication — Features practical training in media and PR.

• International Relations — Great for future diplomats.

• Entrepreneurship — Focuses on business creation and self-reliance.

• English

• History and Diplomatic Studies

• Sociology and Criminology — A new addition that complements Forensic Science.

• Business Administration

3. Faculty of Education (New)

These courses were recently introduced to train qualified teachers.

• B.Sc. Ed. Biology

• B.Sc. Ed. Chemistry

• B.Sc. Ed. Physics

• B.Sc. Ed. Economics

• B.A. Ed. English

• Guidance and Counseling

• Educational Management

• Business Education

• Special Education

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into Ahman Pategi University, you need to understand the “Patigi” advantage:

1. The “IJMB” Route

• Low JAMB? APU runs a very robust IJMB programme.

• Strategy: If you have a low JAMB score or want to study a course not yet offered (like Nursing), you can enroll in APU’s IJMB. After one year, you can use the result to gain Direct Entry into the 200 Level at APU or any other university in Nigeria.

2. The Fees Advantage

• Cost: APU is very affordable.

• Payment: They generally offer flexible payment structures. The low cost of living in Patigi also means your feeding and accommodation expenses will be minimal compared to cities like Abuja or Lagos.

3. Direct Entry & Transfer

• Transfer Students: APU is very open to students transferring from other universities. If you are tired of strikes in public universities, they process transfers quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Ahman Pategi University accredited? Yes. The National Universities Commission (NUC) has accredited the courses listed above. The 15 new courses (including Geology and Education) secured their approval in late 2023/early 2024.

Does APU offer Nursing? No. As of the 2026/2027 session, APU does not offer a degree in Nursing Science. They may offer pre-degree support for it, but not the full B.NSc degree yet.

Is the campus safe? Yes. Patigi is a relatively peaceful town in Kwara State. The university operates a secure campus environment and maintains a close relationship with the host community to ensure student safety.