UNIBEN<\/a> Introduces 15 New Academic Programmes for 2025\/2026 Session<\/strong><\/h3>\nThe University of Benin (UNIBEN) has announced the introduction of 15 new undergraduate and professional programmes<\/strong>, following the successful resource verification exercise conducted by the National Universities Commission (NUC).<\/strong><\/p>\nAccording to a statement signed by Professor Joseph Osemwenkhae<\/strong>, Director of Academic Planning, the new programmes will officially take off from the 2025\/2026 academic session<\/strong>.<\/p>\nThe approved programmes include:<\/p>\n
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B.Sc. Data Science<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Broadcasting<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Advertising<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Peace and Conflict Resolution<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Film and Multimedia Studies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Information and Communication Technology<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Software Engineering<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Information Technology<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Public Relations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Cyber Security<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Development Studies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Sc. Public Health<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Agric (Agricultural Economics)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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B.Agric (Agric Extension and Rural Development)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Professor Osemwenkhae noted that the development aligns with the university\u2019s continuous commitment to academic innovation and global competitiveness<\/strong>, adding that the new programmes are designed to equip students with modern, industry-relevant skills.<\/p>\nHe further urged prospective candidates and the general public<\/strong> to take note of the new opportunities and prepare to apply through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)<\/strong> portal when the admission process begins.<\/p>\nWith these additions, the University of Benin continues to expand its academic portfolio, reinforcing its position as one of Nigeria\u2019s leading institutions for higher learning and research excellence.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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