NORTH-EASTERN UNIVERSITY, GOMBE SECURES NUC APPROVAL FOR NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES
The management of North-Eastern University, Gombe has announced the approval of new academic programmes by the National Universities Commission (NUC), marking a significant milestone in the institution's academic expansion.
According to the university, the newly approved programmes will commence from the 2026/2027 academic session, providing students with more opportunities in high-demand fields within technology and health sciences.
Approved Programmes
The programmes approved by the National Universities Commission include:
- B.Sc. Artificial Intelligence
- B.Sc. Information Systems
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
The approval follows a successful resource assessment and verification exercise conducted by a panel of experts from the National Universities Commission.
NUC Confirms University's Readiness
The university disclosed that the NUC assessment team carefully evaluated its human and material resources before granting approval.
According to the Commission, North-Eastern University, Gombe demonstrated adequate facilities, qualified academic staff, and the necessary infrastructure required to run the newly approved programmes effectively.
Commitment to Academic Excellence
The introduction of these programmes reflects the university's commitment to expanding access to quality education and meeting the growing demand for professionals in technology, information systems, and healthcare.
The addition of Artificial Intelligence and Information Systems is expected to equip students with relevant digital and technological skills needed in today's rapidly evolving world, while the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) programme will contribute to the training of highly skilled healthcare professionals.
Expanding Opportunities for Students
With the approval of these programmes, prospective students seeking careers in emerging technology fields and pharmaceutical sciences now have additional study options at North-Eastern University, Gombe.
The university reaffirmed its dedication to innovation, academic excellence, and producing graduates capable of making meaningful contributions both nationally and globally.
The new programmes are scheduled to commence fully in the 2026/2027 academic session.