FEDERAL UNIVERSITY DUTSE APPROVES 22 NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES, RELEASES UTME CUT-OFF MARKS FOR 2026/2027
The Federal University Dutse (FUD), Jigawa State, has announced the approval of 22 new academic programmes across five faculties, alongside their Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The announcement was contained in the university's Official Weekly Newsletter, Volume 4, No. 128, dated October 21, 2026, and signed by the Registrar, Abubakar Mijinyawa.
According to the university, the newly approved programmes cover Computing, Education, Basic Medical Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Life Sciences. The cut-off marks range from 150 to 180, depending on the programme.
FUD New Courses and Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027
1. Faculty of Computing
The Faculty of Computing has three newly approved programmes, each with a cut-off mark of 150.
| S/N | Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
| --- | --- | ---: |
| 1 | B.Sc. Artificial Intelligence | 150 |
| 2 | B.Sc. Data Science | 150 |
| 3 | B.Sc. Information Systems | 150 |
These programmes offer prospective students opportunities to pursue studies in areas related to computing, data analysis, and intelligent information technologies.
2. Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education has eight programmes listed, with a UTME cut-off mark of 150 for each programme.
| S/N | Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
| --- | --- | ---: |
| 1 | B.Sc. Ed. Physics | 150 |
| 2 | B.Sc. Ed. Biology | 150 |
| 3 | B.Sc. Ed. Mathematics | 150 |
| 4 | B.Ed. Educational Management | 150 |
| 5 | B.Ed. Early Childhood Education | 150 |
| 6 | B.Ed. Adult Education | 150 |
| 7 | B.A. Ed. Arabic | 150 |
| 8 | B.A. Ed. English | 150 |
Candidates interested in teacher education and other educational fields can review the listed programmes and confirm the relevant subject combinations before applying.
3. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
The Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences has six programmes. Three have a cut-off mark of 150, while the other three require a score of 180.
| S/N | Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
| --- | --- | ---: |
| 1 | B.Sc. Community Health | 150 |
| 2 | B.MLS. Medical Laboratory Science | 180 |
| 3 | B.Sc. Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 150 |
| 4 | D.PT. Physiotherapy | 180 |
| 5 | B.Rad. Radiography | 180 |
| 6 | O.T. Optometry | 180 |
Candidates interested in these programmes should pay particular attention to the applicable cut-off mark and confirm all additional admission requirements.
4. Faculty of Physical Sciences
The Faculty of Physical Sciences has three newly approved programmes, each with a cut-off mark of 150.
| S/N | Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
| --- | --- | ---: |
| 1 | B.Sc. Environmental Standards | 150 |
| 2 | B.Sc. Water Sanitation and Hygiene | 150 |
| 3 | B.Sc. Applied Geology and Remote Sensing | 150 |
Applicants should check the required UTME subject combinations and O'Level credits for their preferred programmes.
5. Faculty of Life Sciences
The Faculty of Life Sciences has two programmes listed, with a cut-off mark of 150 for each.
| S/N | Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
| --- | --- | ---: |
| 1 | B.Sc. Parasitology and Entomology | 150 |
| 2 | B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology | 150 |
Prospective candidates are advised to confirm the specific admission conditions for their chosen course before completing the application process.
Summary of FUD New Courses and Cut-Off Marks
| Faculty | Number of Programmes | Cut-Off Marks |
| --- | ---: | --- |
| Computing | 3 | 150 |
| Education | 8 | 150 |
| Basic Medical Sciences | 6 | 150 or 180 |
| Physical Sciences | 3 | 150 |
| Life Sciences | 2 | 150 |
| Total | 22 | 150–180 |
Important Admission Information for Candidates
Candidates interested in the newly approved programmes should note that meeting the stated UTME cut-off mark does not automatically guarantee admission.
Applicants should ensure that they:
- Meet the prescribed UTME cut-off mark for their preferred programme.
- Have the required O'Level credits and UTME subject combination.
- Satisfy the university's general and programme-specific admission requirements.
- Confirm that their chosen programme is available for selection on the university's admission portal and JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).
- Follow official university announcements for information about the application procedure and any additional requirements.
Candidates should also note that the announcement of a programme and its cut-off mark does not, by itself, confirm that all necessary approvals and admission arrangements have been completed.
How to Get Further Information
For further details regarding the newly approved programmes, admission requirements, and application procedures, prospective candidates should visit the official website of the Federal University Dutse at https://www.fud.edu.ng.
Applicants are encouraged to rely on official university updates for confirmation of programme availability and other admission instructions for the 2026/2027 academic session.
In conclusion, Federal University Dutse has listed 22 new undergraduate programmes across five faculties, with UTME cut-off marks ranging from 150 to 180. Interested candidates should review the requirements carefully and monitor the university's official channels for further admission updates.