Official List of Courses Offered in Edo State University (EDSU) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Edo State University (EDSU): Are you planning to study at the “World Class University” in Edo North? If you have chosen Edo State University (EDSU), located in Uzairue (formerly Iyamho), you are targeting one of the most modern and sophisticated state universities in Nigeria.

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

1. Faculty of Clinical Sciences

This is the most prestigious faculty. Admission requires deep pockets and high scores.

• Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) — The flagship course. Note: Fees are in the range of ₦3 Million+ per session. Requires 5 O-Level credits in ONE SITTING.

2. Faculty of Applied Health Sciences

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

• Medical Laboratory Science (B.MLS) — One of the best-equipped Med-Lab departments in the state.

3. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

• Anatomy

• Biochemistry

• Physiology

4. Faculty of Engineering

EDSU Engineering is known for its modern workshops and “Competency-Based” curriculum.

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Mechatronics Engineering — A modern course combining robotics and electronics.

5. Faculty of Law

• Law (LL.B) — The Faculty is fully accredited. It has a modern Moot Court for student practice.

6. Faculty of Science

This faculty houses the “Tech” and “Pure Science” courses.

• Animal and Environmental Biology

• Computer Science — The tech hub of the school.

• Cyber Security — New & highly sought after.

• Industrial Chemistry

• Mathematics

• Microbiology

• Physics with Electronics

• Plant Biology and Biotechnology

• Software Engineering — Focuses on coding and app development.

• Statistics

7. Faculty of Arts, Management, and Social Sciences

• Accounting — Very high demand.

• Banking and Finance

• Business Administration

• Broadcasting — A specialized media degree.

• Economics

• English Language

• Entrepreneurship

• History and International Studies

• Journalism and Media Studies — For those who want to be professional reporters.

• Mass Communication

• Peace and Conflict Resolution

• Political Science

• Public Administration

• Sociology

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into Edo State University, Uzairue, you need to understand their “Quality over Quantity” approach:

1. The “One Sitting” Rule for Medicine

• While many universities accept two sittings for Medicine, EDSU typically demands Five (5) Credits in One Sitting (WAEC/NECO/GCE) for Medicine and Surgery candidates.

• For other courses, two sittings are generally accepted.

2. The Canvas LMS Factor

• EDSU is proud of its technology. All students are required to own a laptop because lectures, assignments, and tests are often conducted via the Canvas Learning Management System. If you are not tech-savvy, you will be trained, but you must be ready to adapt.

3. Scholarship Opportunities

• Despite the high fees, the Edo State Government often offers Full Scholarships to top-performing indigenes (and sometimes non-indigenes) during the admission screening. If you have a very high JAMB score, look out for the Undergraduate Scholarship Award advert.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is EDSU a Private University? No. It is a State Government University. However, it is a “Fee-Paying” state university modeled after private institutions to ensure quality and stability.

Is Nursing Science accredited? Yes. Nursing Science is fully accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).

What is the difference between AAU Ekpoma and EDSU?

• AAU Ekpoma: Older, cheaper, larger population, traditional state university style.

• EDSU Uzairue: Newer, more expensive, smaller population, modern facilities, stable calendar.