MAUTECH announces admission into newly approved programmes, 2025/2026

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MAUTECH announces admission into newly approved programmes, 2025/2026

In a significant move to broaden educational opportunities, Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has announced the commencement of admissions into sixteen newly approved undergraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

This expansion follows the successful resource verification and approval granted by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

Newly Introduced Programmes

The newly introduced programmes span the arts, sciences, and technology fields, reflecting the university's commitment to meeting contemporary educational and industry demands. The approved programmes are:

1. B.A. Arabic

2. B.A. English

3. B.A. Islamic Studies

4. BSc. Data Science

5. BSc Information Science

6. BSc Environmental Systems

7. BSc Forensic Science

8. BSc Petroleum Chemistry

9. BSc Broadcasting

10. BSc Cyber Security

11. BSc Information & Communication Technology

12. BSc Software Engineering

13. BSc Meteorology

14. BSc Applied Geophysics

15. BSc Mass Communication

16. BSc Journalism and Media Studies

Admission Requirements

Prospective candidates seeking admission into any of these new programmes must meet the following criteria:

· Attain a minimum score of 160 in the 2025/2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

· Possess a minimum of five (5) O’Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.

How to Apply

The university has outlined two primary pathways for interested candidates:

1. Change of Programme for UTME/DE Candidates: Candidates who selected Modibbo Adama University, Yola as their First Choice institution but were not admitted into their initial programme of choice can now apply for a change to any of the new programmes. This is subject to having similar JAMB subject combinations and meeting the O’Level requirements.

2. Change of Institution: The university is extending a major opportunity to candidates who did not initially choose MAU Yola. Interested individuals are advised to promptly effect a Change of Institution to Modibbo Adama University, Yola via the JAMB Central Admission Processing System (CAPS).

This development marks a pivotal moment for Modibbo Adama University as it continues to expand its academic horizons and provide diverse, high-quality educational programmes to students across Nigeria.