NOUN Courses and Requirements 2026/2027

Hello friends! We are bringing to you the National Open University of Nigeria NOUN) courses and requirements for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Below are the National Open University of Nigeria NOUN official and approved courses by the National Universities Commission (NUC)

NOUN Courses 2026/2027

S/N	Faculty	Course	Qualification
1	Agricultural Sciences	Agricultural Economics and Agro-Business	B.Agric
2	Agricultural Sciences	Agricultural Extension and Rural Development	B.Agric
3	Agricultural Sciences	Agricultural Extension Management	B.Sc.
4	Agricultural Sciences	Animal Science	B.Agric
5	Agricultural Sciences	Crop Science	B.Agric
6	Agricultural Sciences	Soil and Land Resources Management	B.Agric
7	Agricultural Sciences	Hotel and Catering Management	B.Sc.
8	Arts	English	B.A.
9	Arts	Arabic	B.A.
10	Arts	French	B.A.
11	Arts	French and International Studies	B.A.
12	Arts	Hausa	B.A.
13	Arts	Igbo	B.A.
14	Arts	Yoruba	B.A.
15	Arts	Philosophy	B.A.
16	Arts	Christian Theology	B.A.
17	Arts	Christian Religious Studies	B.A.
18	Arts	Islamic Studies	B.A.
19	Computing	Computer Science	B.Sc.
20	Computing	Information Technology	B.Sc.
21	Computing	Communication Technology	B.Sc.
22	Education	Agricultural Science Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
23	Education	Biology Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
24	Education	Chemistry Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
25	Education	Computer Science Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
26	Education	Early Childhood Education	B.A.(Ed.)
27	Education	English Education	B.A.(Ed.)
28	Education	French Education	B.A.(Ed.)
29	Education	Health Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
30	Education	Human Kinetics	B.Sc.(Ed.)
31	Education	Integrated Science Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
32	Education	Mathematics Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
33	Education	Physics Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
34	Education	Primary Education	B.A.(Ed.)
35	Education	Business Education	B.Sc.(Ed.)
36	Education	Library and Information Science	B.LIS
37	Health Sciences	Environmental Health Science	B.Sc.
38	Health Sciences	Nursing Science	B.NSc.
39	Health Sciences	Public Health	B.Sc.
40	Law	Law	LL.B
41	Management Sciences	Accounting	B.Sc.
42	Management Sciences	Banking and Finance	B.Sc.
43	Management Sciences	Business Administration	B.Sc.
44	Management Sciences	Cooperative Management	B.Sc.
45	Management Sciences	Cooperative and Rural Development	B.Sc.
46	Management Sciences	Entrepreneurship	B.Sc.
47	Management Sciences	Entrepreneurship and Business Management	B.Sc.
48	Management Sciences	Marketing	B.Sc.
49	Management Sciences	Public Administration	B.Sc.
50	Sciences	Biology	B.Sc.
51	Sciences	Chemistry	B.Sc.
52	Sciences	Environmental Management and Toxicology	B.Sc.
53	Sciences	Environmental Science and Resource Management	B.Sc.
54	Sciences	Mathematics	B.Sc.
55	Sciences	Mathematics and Computer Science	B.Sc.
56	Sciences	Physics	B.Sc.
57	Social Sciences	Criminology and Security Studies	B.Sc.
58	Social Sciences	Development Studies	B.Sc.
59	Social Sciences	Economics	B.Sc.
60	Social Sciences	International and Diplomatic Studies	B.Sc.
61	Social Sciences	International Relations	B.Sc.
62	Social Sciences	Mass Communication	B.Sc.
63	Social Sciences	Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution	B.Sc.
64	Social Sciences	Political Science	B.Sc.
65	Social Sciences	Tourism Studies	B.Sc.
66	Social Sciences	Broadcast Journalism	B.Sc.
67	Social Sciences	Film Production	B.Sc.

Generally, you must meet the cut-off mark! Also, all Candidates must attain a minimum of 5 credits in the Senior Secondary Certificate Examinations (SSCE/GCE) Ordinary Level in a maximum of 2 sittings.

NOUN General Admission Requirements 2026/2027

For most 100-level undergraduate programs, candidates are generally required to have at least five O’Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings. The exact subjects depend on the program.

Accepted O’Level qualifications include:

WAEC/SSCE
NECO
GCE
NABTEB
Other recognized equivalent qualifications

Candidates should also meet any additional subject requirements attached to their chosen program.

NOUN Direct Entry Requirements

NOUN also admits qualified candidates into higher levels depending on their previous qualifications.

200 Level Entry

Candidates may be considered for 200-level admission with qualifications such as:

National Diploma (ND)
National Certificate in Education (NCE)
IJMB
Other recognized equivalent qualifications

The exact grade and subject requirements depend on the program. NOUN’s current policy, for example, provides for certain three-year degree routes using NCE, IJMB or ND qualifications.

300 Level Entry

Candidates with an appropriate HND may be considered for 300-level entry where the program permits it, subject to the required O’Level subjects and other program-specific conditions.

Does NOUN Require JAMB for Admission?

NOUN’s admission process differs from the conventional UTME process used by many Nigerian universities. Prospective students apply directly through the university’s admission portal and check their qualifications against the specific program before applying.

Therefore, applicants should not assume that meeting the general O’Level requirement automatically qualifies them for every NOUN program.

How to Apply for NOUN Admission 2026/2027

To apply:

Visit the official NOUN website.
Select Apply Now/Admission.
Choose Undergraduate Program.
Select your faculty, department, and program.
Select the level you wish to enter.
Click “Am I qualified” to check the requirements.
Complete the application form.
Make the required payment through the available payment platform.
Submit the application.
Print your admission letter when issued.
Complete the required screening at your designated NOUN study center.

NOUN’s official application guide confirms that applicants can check their qualifications by selecting their faculty, department, program, and level before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions: NOUN Courses and Requirements 2026/2027

Is NOUN admission form for 2026/2027 out?

NOUN operates an online admission process, and applicants should use the university’s official admission portal to check available programs and current application status rather than relying on unofficial websites.

What are the general requirements for NOUN?

The general requirement for most 100-level degree programs is five relevant O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings. Program-specific requirements also apply.

Does NOUN accept WAEC and NECO?

Yes. NOUN accepts recognized O’Level qualifications including WAEC/SSCE, NECO, GCE and NABTEB, subject to the requirements of the chosen program.

Can I study Nursing at NOUN?

NOUN lists B.NSc. Nursing Science among its programs. However, because the university announced discussions with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria about the program’s structure and admission requirements in 2026, applicants should verify the latest Nursing requirements before applying.

Does NOUN offer Computer Science?

Yes. B.Sc. Computer Science is one of the undergraduate programs listed by NOUN.

Does NOUN offer Law?

Yes. NOUN offers LL.B Law under its Faculty of Law.

Conclusion

NOUN offers numerous undergraduate programs across Agricultural Sciences, Arts, Computing, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Management Sciences, Sciences and Social Sciences. For most 100-level programs, applicants need at least five relevant O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings, but the exact requirements vary by course.

Before submitting an application for the 2026/2027 academic session, prospective students should use NOUN’s official “Am I qualified” facility to confirm the exact requirements for their chosen course.

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