MAU Yola Opens Admission for 16 New NUC-Approved Courses. Modibbo Adama University (MAU), Yola, has commenced admission into 16 newly approved undergraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The new courses received approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) following a successful resource verification exercise. With full clearance now secured, the programmes are open to qualified UTME and Direct Entry candidates.
Key Admission Requirements (2025/2026)
To be eligible for any of the newly introduced programmes, candidates must meet the following:
- UTME: Minimum score of 160
- O’Level: At least five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics
- Results must be obtained in not more than two sittings
Full List of Newly Approved Programmes
The new offerings span the arts, sciences, and technology disciplines:
- B.A. Arabic
- B.A. English
- B.A. Islamic Studies
- B.Sc. Data Science
- B.Sc. Information Science
- B.Sc. Environmental Systems
- B.Sc. Forensic Science
- B.Sc. Petroleum Chemistry
- B.Sc. Broadcasting
- B.Sc. Cyber Security
- B.Sc. Information and Communication Technology
- B.Sc. Software Engineering
- B.Sc. Meteorology
- B.Sc. Applied Geophysics
- B.Sc. Mass Communication
- B.Sc. Journalism and Media Studies
How to Apply
MAU has outlined two application pathways depending on a candidate’s original JAMB selection.
1. Change of Programme (For Candidates Who Chose MAU as First Choice)
Candidates who selected MAU Yola as their first choice but were not admitted into their original course may apply to switch to any of the newly approved programmes.
This option is available provided the candidate:
- Meets the 160 UTME minimum score
- Has the required O’Level credits
- Possesses the appropriate JAMB subject combination for the new course
2. Change of Institution (For Candidates Who Did Not Choose MAU)
Candidates who did not initially select MAU Yola can still apply by effecting a Change of Institution to Modibbo Adama University through the JAMB Central Admission Processing System (CAPS).
With NUC approval now in place and admissions officially open, qualified candidates are advised to review the requirements carefully and take the necessary steps through JAMB to secure consideration for the 2025/2026 academic session.
