UNIJOS Earns Full NUC Accreditation for 26 Academic Programmes

UNIJOS Earns Full NUC Accreditation for 26 Academic Programmes


The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has earned full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) for 26 academic programmes. This includes popular courses like Mass Communication, MBA, Computer Science, and Medicine. Only two programmes received interim accreditation. This achievement means UNIJOS can provide high-quality education, meeting industry standards. Read on to learn more about this milestone and what it means for students and the university.



The University of Jos (UNIJOS) has achieved a significant milestone as the National Universities Commission (NUC) granted Full Accreditation status to twenty-six of its academic programmes. This follows an extensive accreditation exercise conducted in October and November 2023.


InformationDetails🏫 University UNIJOS
🏆 Accreditation Full
📅 Year 2023
📚 Programmes 26 Fully Accredited
📝 Interim 2 Programmes
📝 Evaluator NUC
🌟 Highlight High-Quality Education
🎓 Notable Courses Mass Comm, MBA, Medicine


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Accreditation Achievement

The NUC’s report, addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of UNIJOS, Professor Tanko Ishaya, and signed by the Acting Director of Accreditation, Engr. Abraham Chundusu, confirmed the accreditation results. Out of the programmes evaluated, twenty-three undergraduate programmes received Full Accreditation status, while two received Interim Accreditation. Additionally, the only postgraduate programme reviewed was granted Full Accreditation. This means that approximately 93.3% of the university’s seventy-five academic programmes now hold Full Accreditation status.

Significance of Full Accreditation

Full Accreditation status from the NUC signifies that the academic programmes meet the minimum academic standards and comply with government and industry guidelines. It ensures high-quality training for students, preparing them for successful careers. A programme with Full Accreditation can operate for at least five academic sessions before the next evaluation to maintain its relevance and quality.
Accredited Programmes

The following programmes at UNIJOS have received Full Accreditation:Mass Communication
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Archaeology
History & International Studies
Computer Science
Architecture
Geography & Planning
Building
Fine & Applied Arts
Medical Laboratory Science
Medicine & Surgery
Pharmacy
Microbiology
Plant Science & Biotechnology
Various Education-related programmes

Two undergraduate programmes, Biochemistry and Geology, were granted Interim Accreditation. The university is working diligently to address the identified shortcomings to secure Full Accreditation for these programmes in the next evaluation.
Vice-Chancellor’s Remarks

Professor Tanko Ishaya expressed his delight at the news, noting that graduates from UNIJOS will be more favourably viewed by employers, as Full Accreditation indicates that a programme meets industry expectations and standards. He encouraged academics and researchers at the university to increase their international visibility, thereby enhancing the university’s reputation, attracting research grants, donor funding, and international collaborations.
Acknowledgements

Professor Tanko Ishaya commended the efforts of everyone involved in achieving this feat, particularly the Director and staff of the Directorate of Academic Planning and Management, Deans, Heads of Departments, staff, and students of the affected faculties and departments, as well as other members of the university community.

UNIJOS continues to strive for excellence in education, ensuring that its students receive the highest quality training and preparation for their future careers.

For more information, visit the University of Jos website.