Wesley University Secures Approval for 10 New Academic Programmes for 2024/2025 Academic Session

Wesley University, located in Ondo State, has received formal approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to introduce 10 new academic programmes for the 2024/2025 academic session. This approval was communicated in a letter from the NUC secretariat, dated January 27th.

A thorough resource verification process was conducted by a panel of experts to assess the university's academic and material capacity before granting the approval. This move signals the university's commitment to expanding educational opportunities for students and enhancing its academic offerings.

Approved Programmes at Wesley University

The newly approved programmes will be offered at the university's main campus and cover a wide range of disciplines, from undergraduate to postgraduate courses. These include:

Undergraduate Programmes:

1. B.Sc. Entrepreneurship
2. B.Sc. Office Management Technology
3. B.Sc. Surveying
4. O.D. Optometry
5. B.Sc. Public Health
6. B.Rad. Radiography

Postgraduate Programmes:

1. Urban and Regional Planning (PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil., PhD)
2. Estate Management (PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil., PhD)
3. Economics (PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil., PhD)
4. Community Health (PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil., PhD)

These programmes aim to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their respective fields, ensuring that they are well-prepared for the professional world or further research opportunities.

Wesley University’s Response to the NUC Approval

The Vice-Chancellor of Wesley University, Professor Sunday Obeka, expressed his enthusiasm about the approval, noting that it marks a significant expansion of the academic opportunities available to students. He highlighted that the new programmes are strategically designed to meet the growing demand for specialized education in emerging fields and are aligned with global academic standards.

Professor Obeka emphasized that the introduction of these programmes is part of the university’s broader strategy to diversify its offerings and attract students interested in pursuing both professional and research-based qualifications. He further stated that the university will continue to strengthen its academic infrastructure to accommodate the increasing number of students seeking quality higher education.

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Admissions and Future Prospects

Prospective students interested in applying for any of the newly approved programmes are encouraged to visit the university’s official portal for more information on admission requirements and programme details. Wesley University aims to provide a conducive learning environment with state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring that students have access to the best possible resources to succeed in their studies.

Conclusion

This development at Wesley University reflects a broader trend of academic expansion across Nigerian universities, as institutions strive to offer more diverse and specialized programmes that cater to the evolving needs of students and the workforce.

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