Official List of Courses Offered in Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC) Wudil for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC): Are you dreaming of becoming a superior police officer while earning a university degree? If you have chosen the Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil, Kano State, you are aiming for a dual advantage: an academic degree and a commission as an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) upon graduation.

ADMISSION UPDATE 2026/2027: Many applicants still confuse POLAC with the “Police College.” They are different.

• Police Colleges (like Ikeja or Kaduna) train recruits (Constables).

• Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC) Wudil is a degree-awarding university. It is regulated by the NUC and offers B.Sc. and B.A. degrees.

• Commissioning: Unlike regular universities, graduates here are automatically employed into the Nigeria Police Force as ASPs (Officers).

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

1. Faculty of Science

This faculty produces officers with strong analytical and forensic skills—essential for modern policing.

• Biochemistry

• Biological Sciences

• Chemistry

• Computer Science

• Forensic Science

• Mathematics

• Physics

2. Faculty of Social and Management Sciences

This is the most popular faculty, dealing with the administrative and investigative side of law enforcement.

• Accounting

• Economics

• Management Studies

• Political Science

• Psychology — Crucial for criminal profiling.

• Social Work

• Sociology

• Criminology and Security Studies — Note: Often housed here or as a specialized department.

3. Faculty of Humanities

• English Language

• History and International Studies

• Linguistics

• Nigerian Languages (Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba)

4. Faculty of Law

• Law (LL.B) — Yes, POLAC has a fully functional Faculty of Law. Graduates go to Law School and become Police Lawyers/Prosecutors.

 Admission Requirements

Admission into POLAC is stricter than any regular university (like UNILAG or ABU) because it combines academic requirements with physical military/paramilitary standards.

1. Academic Requirements

• JAMB Score: You must score at least 180 in JAMB (though 200+ is safer for Law and Forensics).

• First Choice Rule: You MUST choose the Nigeria Police Academy as your First Choice in JAMB. They do not accept Second Choice candidates.

• O’Level: You need 5 Credits in WAEC/NECO/NABTEB (including English and Mathematics) in not more than two sittings.

2. Physical Requirements 

This is where most students fail.

• Height:

  • Male: Minimum of 1.67m (5ft 6in).

  • Female: Minimum of 1.64m (5ft 4in).

• Chest Measurement: Men must have an expanded chest measurement of not less than 86cm (34 inches).

• Age Limit: You must be between 17 and 22 years old. (Note: This is stricter than regular universities that allow up to 25+).

• Marital Status: You must be Single and Not Pregnant.

3. Medical Fitness

You must be free from any physical deformity, including:

• Flat feet

• Varicose veins

• Cross-eyes (Squint)

• Dental issues (bad teeth arrangement)

• Stammering

Important Subject Combinations

At POLAC, a wrong subject combination leads to automatic disqualification during the screening.

• For Forensic Science/Biochemistry: Use English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics.

• For Computer Science: Use English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry.

• For Law: Use English, Literature-in-English, Government/History, CRS/IRS.

• For Criminology/Sociology: Use English, Government, Economics, and one other Arts/Social Science subject.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the POLAC form for 2026 available yet? The POLAC admission form (Regular Course 13 or 14) is typically released after JAMB results are announced, usually around August to September. You apply through the POLAC portal, not just CAPS.

Do I pay school fees at POLAC? No. This is the best part. POLAC is a tuition-free federal institution. In fact, as a cadet, you are fed, clothed, and even paid a monthly stipend (allowance) for your upkeep.

Is it true that I cannot quit once admitted? Partially true. It is a regimented military-style academy. While you can leave, it is not like dropping out of a regular university. You are training to be an officer of the Federal Republic, so discipline is 100%.