FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, MINNA OPENS ADMISSION FOR THREE NEWLY APPROVED PROGRAMMES
The Federal University of Technology, Minna has announced the commencement of admission into three newly approved academic programmes following their approval by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
The announcement was contained in a notice issued by the Office of the Registrar of the university.
The exercise is titled “2026/2027 Registration/Pre-Admission Screening Exercise into Newly Approved Programmes.”
According to the university, qualified candidates who sat for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and meet the stipulated admission requirements are invited to apply for the Pre-Admission Screening Exercise.
The three newly approved programmes are Financial Technology (FinTech), Agricultural Science Education, and Computer Science Education.
1. FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY (FINTECH)
The Financial Technology (FinTech) programme is domiciled in the School of Innovative Technology (SIT).
O'LEVEL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates seeking admission into Financial Technology are expected to possess credits in the following subjects:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Economics or Commerce
- Any two of Physics, Chemistry, Computer Studies, Geography, Data Processing, Economics or Financial Accounting.
UTME SUBJECT COMBINATION
Candidates are required to have:
Compulsory:
- Mathematics
- Economics/Commerce
Electives:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Government
- Agricultural Science
- Biology
- Geography
2. AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE EDUCATION
The Agricultural Science Education programme is offered under the School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE).
O'LEVEL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates are expected to have credits in:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Agricultural Science, Biology or Animal Husbandry
- Chemistry
- Any one of Physics, Economics, Home Economics, Food and Nutrition, or Geography.
UTME SUBJECT COMBINATION
Compulsory:
- Agricultural Science
Electives:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
3. COMPUTER SCIENCE EDUCATION
The Computer Science Education programme is also domiciled in the School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE).
O'LEVEL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates are expected to possess credits in:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics or Computer Studies
- Any two of Chemistry, Biology, Economics or Geography.
UTME SUBJECT COMBINATION
Compulsory:
- Mathematics
- Physics
Electives:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Economics
- Computer Studies
HOW TO APPLY FOR FUTMINNA NEW PROGRAMMES
Qualified candidates interested in any of the newly approved programmes are advised to complete the registration for the Pre-Admission Screening Exercise through the Federal University of Technology, Minna admission portal.
Candidates should ensure that they provide accurate information during the registration process and carefully review their details before submitting the application.
Applicants are also advised to complete their registration promptly and follow all instructions provided by the university.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CANDIDATES
Candidates should note that the university's notice is titled 2026/2027 Registration/Pre-Admission Screening Exercise, while the body of the announcement refers to candidates who sat for the 2025 UTME and also makes reference to the 2025/2026 academic session.
Candidates are therefore advised to carefully confirm the applicable admission session, eligibility requirements and screening details on the official Federal University of Technology, Minna admission portal before proceeding with registration.
The introduction of these three programmes provides additional study opportunities for prospective students interested in emerging areas such as financial technology, agricultural education and computer science education.
Candidates who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity and complete the required screening registration as directed by the university.