At a glance
FUNAAB has received NUC approval for six new full-time courses and qualified 2026/2027 applicants have been asked to change course.
- Six B.Sc. programmes have been approved.
- The courses are full-time from 2026/2027.
- A change of course is required at an accredited CBT centre.
- Only candidates who meet admission requirements should proceed.
Read on for the programme list, required action and screening information.
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta has asked suitably qualified candidates seeking admission for the 2026/2027 academic session to change their chosen course to any of its six newly approved undergraduate programmes.
Candidates who meet the admission requirements will be expected to complete the change of course process at any accredited Computer-Based Test centre.
The National Universities Commission has approved the university to offer the programmes on a full-time basis from the 2026/2027 academic session.
Which New Courses Have Been Approved by FUNAAB?
The six newly approved undergraduate programmes are:
- Bachelor of Science in Geophysics
- Bachelor of Science in Public Health
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Science in Science Laboratory Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene
- Bachelor of Science in Clothing and Textile
All six courses will be offered on a full-time basis.
What Should Interested Candidates Do?
Prospective candidates who meet the admission requirements may complete a change of course to one of the newly approved programmes.
The process will be completed at an accredited CBT centre.
Candidates may review the JAMB change of course or university guide before visiting the centre.
The following process will apply:
- The candidate will select one of the six approved FUNAAB programmes.
- The candidate will visit an accredited CBT centre.
- The change of course will be completed through the JAMB system.
Candidates should ensure that the selected programme matches their admission qualifications before the change is completed.
Who May Change to the New Programmes?
The opportunity is for suitably qualified candidates seeking undergraduate admission into FUNAAB for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Each applicant must meet the admission requirements for the chosen course. The announcement does not provide separate subject or qualification requirements for each programme.
When Will FUNAAB Start the New Courses?
The programmes will begin on a full-time basis from the 2026/2027 academic session.
The approval has been granted by the National Universities Commission.
Is a CBT Centre Required for the Change of Course?
Yes. Candidates have been directed to complete the change of course at an accredited Computer-Based Test centre.
The process should be handled through an approved centre so that the new programme choice can be entered into the JAMB system.
Can a Candidate Choose Any of the Six Courses?
A qualified candidate may change to any of the six newly approved programmes, provided the admission requirements for the selected course have been met.
The available choices cover science, health, technology and clothing-related fields.
Where Can Candidates Check the FUNAAB Screening Form?
Candidates seeking admission may also read the FUNAAB Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening form notice for 2026/2027.
The screening notice contains the application information for undergraduate admission into the university.
Common Questions About the FUNAAB New Courses
How Many New Courses Has FUNAAB Approved?
Six new undergraduate courses have been approved for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Are the New FUNAAB Courses Full-Time?
Yes. The National Universities Commission has approved all six programmes on a full-time basis.
Does a Candidate Need to Change Course Through JAMB?
Yes. An interested candidate will be expected to complete the course change through an accredited CBT centre.
Has FUNAAB Provided a Deadline for the Course Change?
The announcement does not state a deadline for completing the change of course.
Must Every Applicant Meet the Admission Requirements?
Yes. The notice applies to suitably qualified candidates who meet the admission requirements for their chosen programme.
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