The National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially approved thirteen additional programmes to the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS) for Nigerian universities. This step demonstrates the Commission’s commitment to enhancing quality assurance in higher education and aligning university programmes with emerging global trends.
Experts from across the Nigerian University System contributed to the development of 75% of the components for these programmes in March 2025, ensuring they meet national and international academic standards.
Approved Programmes
- B.Sc Artificial Intelligence
- B.Ed Classical Christian Education
- B.Ed Human Kinetics (Sport Management)
- B.Eng Geomatics Engineering
- B.CHS Community Health Science
- B.Sc Intelligence and Security Studies
- B.Sc Islamic Economics and Finance
- B.Sc Parasitology and Entomology
- B.Sc Telecommunication Science
- B.Sc Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
- B.Sc Cooperative Economic and Management
- B.Sc Nuclear Science
- B.Eng Nuclear Engineering
These newly approved programmes are expected to strengthen Nigeria’s university education system by expanding academic options and equipping graduates with skills relevant to contemporary scientific, technological, and social demands.
The NUC encourages universities to integrate these programmes into their curriculum and ensure their successful implementation in accordance with CCMAS guidelines.