Through science and technology, everything we have today has been made; therefore the importance of science students in any country cannot be over-emphasized. Science students are one of the most respected sets of students in Nigeria as courses and professions in the sciences are lucrative and highly regarded.
With the development and advancement in technology the need for intellectual scientific minds like Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton and Thomas Edison have been on the rise as several fields require such minds to carry to their daily operations.
The science is one of the biggest faculties in Nigeria although they are divided into their respective fields and schools.
Below we are going to list the professional courses for science students in Nigeria.
List of Professional Courses For Science Students In Nigeria And How To Apply
Basic Medical Courses
This includes the toughest and most lucrative fields of science. Graduates of any department in the Basic Medical Courses are respected and are known either as doctors or nurses. These people are important in the safeguarding of lives. To gain admission into any courses in the Basic Medical Courses, students are required to be highly intellectual and show great knowledge in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics and English Language.
Medicine and Surgery
Pharmacy
Dentistry
Optometry
Nursing
Medical Laboratory Science
Physiology
Anatomy
Medical Related Courses
Although not as tough as the main Basic Medical Courses, these courses also require a high intellectual quotient before a student can study them.
It is important to note that the courses listed below are research-based and do not guarantee you the same opportunities as the Basic Medical Courses above.
Biology
Microbiology
Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Public Health Technology
Prosthetics & Orthotics
Dental Technology
Biomedical Technology
Engineering Courses
Engineers are solution providers. They are the reason for the roads, bridges, buildings and the electricity we have today. Engineering is also a very lucrative sector in Nigeria with lucrative courses like Electrical Electronics Engineering and Mechanical Engineering catching the eye of science student who just graduated from secondary school.
Agricultural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial and Production Engineering
Mining Engineering
Polymer & Textile Engineering
Electrical Electronics Engineering
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Mechatronic Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
Computer Engineering
Agricultural Courses
These courses are aimed at equipping students with the latest skills and knowledge in agricultural technology.
Agricultural Economics
Agricultural Extension
Animal Science & Technology
Crop Science & Technology
Food Science and Technology
Fisheries & Aquaculture Technology
Forestry & Wildlife Technology
Soil Science & Technology
Computing and Information Technology Courses
Computing and information technology courses involve the study of computers and computing concepts. Over the years, technological advancements and heavy reliance on computers have made the courses in the computing and information technology one of the most lucrative careers a student can opt for.
Computer Science
Information Technology
Cyber Security
Software Engineering
Environmental Courses
Architecture
Building Technology
Environmental Technology
Quantity Surveying
Surveying & Geoinformatics
Urban & Regional Planning
Management Courses
Financial Management Technology
Information Management Technology
Maritime Management Technology
Project Management Technology
Transport Management Technology
Management Technology
Physical Science Courses
Chemistry
Geology
Mathematics
Physics
Science Laboratory Technology
Statistics
How To Apply For Basic Medical Courses / Medical Related Courses
The Basic Medical Courses are one of the toughest courses in the Nigerian universities. You can apply for these courses by checking your preferred university and also confirming the university is accredited to teach the course or your degree will be rendered useless.
Applicants are required to possess at least 5 credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology in any SSCE e.g WAEC, NECO, GCE etc. Some universities would accept applicants who possess these credits in at least two sitting however some courses like Medicine, Medical Laboratory Science, Optometry, Dentistry and Pharmacy require the applicant to possess the credits in just one sitting only.
Note: Basic Medical Courses require a very intellectual mind to scale through the admission process as the competition is quite tough due to how lucrative the courses are. However, the student after gaining admission is also required to perform excellently to graduate from the university. These courses have one of the most stringent rules of all courses in Nigerian universities.
How To Apply For Engineering Courses
Applicants are required to possess at least 5 credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology in any SSCE e.g WAEC, NECO, GCE etc. Engineering courses are quite competitive and applicants who possess these 5 credits in more than one sitting might not get admitted to study their choice course even if they meet the minimum requirements in UTME.
Most reputable universities in Nigeria where a science student can study engineering include UNILORIN, UNILAG, UNN, UNIZIK, UI, UNIBEN, FUTA, FUTO, FUTMINNA etc
How To Apply For Agricultural Courses
Applicants are required to possess at least 5 credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology in any SSCE e.g WAEC, NECO, GCE etc. When applying to study any agricultural course it is important to check the requirement of the University before applying. Universities of technology like FUTA, FUTO, and FUTMINNA have different requirements in both SSCE and UTME compared to other full-fledged universities.
How To Apply For Computing and Information Technology Courses
Computing and information technology courses are one of the most lucrative courses a science student can ever opt for. That means these courses are very competitive in every university in Nigeria especially the most reputable universities.
Applicants are required to possess at least 5 credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology in any SSCE e.g WAEC, NECO, GCE etc. Computing and Information Technology Courses are not as strict as Engineering and Basic Medical Courses and would allow for students which posses the credits in two sittings.
How To Apply For Management Courses
Applicants are required to possess at least 5 credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology in any SSCE e.g WAEC, NECO, GCE etc in not more than two sittings.
You can apply to any University in Nigeria that offers Management Courses
How To Apply For Physical Science Courses
Applicants are required to possess at least 5 credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology in any SSCE e.g WAEC, NECO, GCE etc in not more than two sittings.
You can apply to any University in Nigeria that offers Physical Science Courses
Hope the above is well understood? if you have any questions as regards the list of professional science courses you can apply for online or offline, you can reach us via the comment section below. Thank you.
