Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka: Mandatory Registration for CES 311 Skill Acquisition

The Management of Delta State University, Abraka, through the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies (CES), has officially commenced the registration process for the compulsory skill acquisition course, coded as CES 311, for the second semester of the 2025/2026 academic session. In a comprehensive internal memorandum issued in February 2026, the Director of the Centre, Professor Onoriode O. Emoyan, emphasized that this course is a critical component of the university's curriculum designed to equip students with practical vocational skills alongside their academic degrees. This initiative aligns with the national educational policy of fostering self-reliance and entrepreneurship among Nigerian graduates to mitigate the challenges of the modern labor market.

Target Student Groups and Faculty Scheduling
According to the specific directives contained in the memorandum, the second semester registration window is primarily targeted at all 300-level students within designated faculties. Furthermore, the directive extends to 400-level students who, for various reasons, have yet to fulfill this mandatory requirement in previous sessions. The faculties specifically scheduled for training during this second semester include the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Science, and the Faculty of Basic Medical Science. Other participating groups include students from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Allied Health Sciences, Dentistry, Engineering, and the Faculty of Law. This structured departmental rotation ensures that the university’s vocational facilities are utilized efficiently without overcrowding.

Provision for Carry-over and Deferred Students
In a bid to ensure total compliance and inclusivity, Professor Emoyan further noted that the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies has made special provisions for students from other faculties who were originally scheduled for the first semester but failed to participate. Whether due to health issues, financial constraints, or administrative delays, such students are now strongly encouraged to utilize this second semester window to complete their skill acquisition training. The university reiterates that CES 311 is a prerequisite for graduation, and failure to complete the course during the allotted timeframe may result in the withholding of final academic results or a delay in national service mobilization.

Registration Procedure and Skill Selection Logistics
The registration process is designed to be interactive, requiring students to physically visit the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies to finalize their enrollment. Unlike general academic registration which is largely conducted online, this specific exercise requires students to select from a diverse array of available skill options. These options typically range from information technology and digital marketing to artisanal crafts, agro-business, and fashion design. The Centre emphasized that this physical collation of student preferences is essential for finalizing logistics, as it allows the administration to allocate instructors, procure necessary raw materials, and organize training workshops based on the specific interests of the current cohort.

Administrative Deadlines and Compliance Directives
The university management has set a firm and final deadline for this exercise to ensure that training can commence without further delay. All affected students from the listed faculties are expected to have completed their registration and skill selection on or before Friday, 27th March 2026. This deadline is absolute, as the Centre must move toward the implementation phase of the training immediately after the registration portal closes. The memorandum has been widely distributed to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics), Deans of the involved faculties, and Heads of Departments to ensure that no student is left uninformed. The Student Union Government (SUG) has also been engaged to assist in disseminating this information through various student-led social media platforms and campus communication channels.

Coordination and Institutional Support
To facilitate a smooth registration experience, the Centre for Entrepreneurial Studies has deployed additional staff to handle the anticipated surge in student applications as the March 27 deadline approaches. Students are urged to regularly consult their departmental notice boards for any supplementary information regarding the specific hours of operation for the CES registration desk. The university administration remains committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure that every student graduates not only with theoretical knowledge but with a tangible skill set that provides a competitive edge in the global economy. This commitment to holistic education remains a cornerstone of the Delta State University academic experience in the 2025/2026 session.