Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Mathematics in Nigeria

  • Course Name: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics(Mathematics)
  • Major Subject: Mathematics
  • Course Category: Degree Courses

Institutions Offering Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

  • Federal University, Dutsin-Ma Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina  
    Admission requirements:
    A minimum of five (5) subjects passed at not more than two sittings with at least two at the principal or advanced level of the G.C.E. and the others, at credit level of the SSC/GCE O/Level; no subject shall be counted at both Ordinary and Advanced Levels.

    Acceptable level of passes in two major subjects at the NCE with SSC O/Level credits or equivalent in THREE other subjects (mainly for Education Courses). Education may be accepted as a third A/Level subject for those taking course in Education.

    Acceptable level of passes in two subjects at the IJMB examination or Cambridge moderated school of Basic Studies terminal examination or International Baccalaureate from recognized institutions with SSCE/GCE O/Level credits or equivalent in three subjects;
    Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with at least a lower Credit Pass from recognized institutions, with a minimum of five ‘O’ level credits passed at a sitting.

    HND passed at lot less than lower credit from recognized institution plus 5 ‘O’ level credit passed at a sitting.

    Applicants must write UTME and attain an acceptable score in the use of English and three other subjects relevant to the proposed course of study and further obtain an acceptable score at the compulsory University post-UTME screening test;

    For a candidate who has attained the acceptable standard in the UTME to be registered for a course in the University, he must have passed five subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at credit level at not more than two sittings in the General Certificate of Education (GCE) Examination (WASCE), National Examinations Council (NECO) or National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB) in subjects relevant to the course of study.
  • Sule Lamido University Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa  
    Admission requirements:
    The minimum admission requirements for programs of the Faculty are as follows:

    Level 100 (UTME) Admissions

    A candidate shall have an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) with the correct subject combination.
    A candidate may also be required to sit for a Post-UTME screening examination to be conducted by the University and obtain an acceptable score for the program applied for as may be set by the University Senate from time to time.
    A candidate shall possess the SSCE/GCE/TC II or equivalent with credit passes in five subjects, at least three of which shall be in the relevant area, obtained in not more than two sittings including English Language and Mathematics (where applicable).
    Level 200 (Direct Entry) Admissions

    A candidate for direct entry admission shall apply only through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
    A candidate shall possess at least one of the following qualifications obtained from recognized institutions that are licensed to run them:
    A two-year recognized diploma in the relevant area with a minimum of a good Lower Credit or equivalent.
    A two-year recognized diploma plus a one-year advanced diploma in the relevant area with a minimum classification of Lower Credit or equivalent.
    The National Certificate of Education (NCE) with a minimum of 9 points in the relevant subjects.
    The Interim Joint Matriculation Board Advanced Level Examination (IJMBE) with a minimum of 8 points in the relevant subjects.
    Any other qualification deemed equivalent to these by the Senate of the University.
    In all cases, ‘O’ Level credit in English Language and Mathematics (where applicable) shall be required.
  • Glorious Vision University Glorious Vision University, Ogwa  
    Admission requirements:
    For admission into 100 level, candidates must possess credit level passes in five subjects at the SSCE/GCE O'Level/NECO/NABTEB or equivalent, obtained in not more than two sittings. The subjects passed must include English Language and Mathematics for the Sciences & Management Sciences programmes and English Language for the Humanities Programmes Candidates awaiting SSCE/GCE O'Level/NECO/NABTEB results may also apply provided the result would be available at the time of Matriculation.

    (B) Direct Entry into 200-Level:
    Candidates for admission into 200-level must have, in addition to requirement for admission into 100-level, passed G.C.E(A/L) in 2 relevant subjects or passed NCE, OND, HND or equivalent at not less than lower credit level.

    (C) JAMB REQUIREMENTS
    100 Level Candidates are required to sit for the 2017/2018 UTME of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and attain the prescribed cut-off marks. This is a statutory requirement for admission into Samuel Adegboyega University. Applicants are to ensure that their UTME subject combinations qualify them for their chosen programmes. Direct Entry candidates must obtain the JAMB Direct Entry Forms. Candidates, who did not choose Samuel Adegboyega University initially in their 2017 UTME but are interested, are also eligible to apply for admission and participate in the admission screening exercise of the University.
  • Osun State University Osun State University, Osogbo  
    Admission requirements:
    For admission into the first degree programme in Mathematics, a candidate must have the Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or its equivalents with credit level passes in five (5) subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Physics to form the core subjects, with credit in two other relevant science subjects at not more than two sittings. The candidate must also earn an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

    Candidates seeking admission by direct entry into the 200 level Mathematics programme, must have Advanced Level passes in at least two (2) of the following: Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, in addition to credit level passes in five of the subjects listed in 3.2.1 above at the SSCE or its equivalents. Candidates with ND and approved equivalents in relevant fields with at least a lower credit may be considered for direct entry into the programme. Candidates with acceptable pass in the UNIOSUN Foundation Programme are also eligible for admission into the 200 level, provided they possess the requisite qualification for entry into the 100 level of the programme.
  • Western Delta University Western Delta University, Oghara  
    Admission requirements:
    Four (4) Year Degree Programme
    The minimum qualifications for admission into this programme are as follows:
    Five (5) credits in GCE/NECO/SSCE/NABTEB Ordinary Level examination passes, in not more than two (2) sittings; the subjects passed at credit level must include Mathematics, English Language, Physics/Chemistry/Biological Sciences and any other two science/social science subjects (Economics/Geography). The subjects for the UTME are: Use of English, Mathematics, any other science subject including Geography.
    Three (3) years Programme
    In addition to the credits passes specfied above, candidate must possess any of the following qualfications.
    • Minimum of two (2) A-Level passes in GCE or HSC in Mathematics, Physics and/or Chemistry.
    • Minimum of merit or lower credit passes in any of the following:
    OND or HND in Statistics, or Computer science obtained from an institution recognized by the Senate of WDU.
    • Recognized NCE passed at minimum level of merit or lower credits in Mathematics with Physics or Chemistry or Biology or Geography or Computer Sciences or Statistics
  • Koladaisi University	 Koladaisi University , Ibadan  
    Admission Requirements:
    UTME Admission :

    All Candidates applying for the 100 Level Undergraduate Programmes at KolaDaisi University, Ibadan, must possess a minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credit passes at not more than two (2) sittings in SSCE, GCE, NECO, NABTEB or equivalent. Candidates awaiting results may also apply.
    All applicants are required to have sat for the 2018 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and must meet the required national Cut-Off score.
    Applicants are to complete the online application form by visiting KolaDaisi University, Ibadan website at www.koladaisiuniversity.edu.ng
    A Pass grade in Mathematics may be waved for the Arts programmes.
    Applicants will be mandated to participate in the KolaDaisi University, Ibadan, Screening Exercise.
    Interested candidates wishing to change their choice of institution to KolaDaisi University are required to:
    Apply for change of institution through JAMB (visit JAMB website)
    Complete the KolaDaisi University, Ibadan on-line Application Form
    Participate in the KolaDaisi University, Ibadan Screening Exercise.
  • Federal University, Birnin Kebbi Federal University, Birnin Kebbi, Birnin Kebbi  
    Admission requirements:
    Candidate must have 5 credit 'O' level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Physics/Electronics to form the core subjects with credit in two other relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Technical drawing, Agricultural Science and Geography at the Senior Secondary School Certificate or its equivalent. In addition, an acceptable pass in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) is required.

    Direct Entry
    Entry into 200 Level Mathematics (Three Years Programme) must satisfy the following conditions: (a) Two ‘A’ Level Passes (graded A-E) in Mathematics and one other science subject from (Further Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry). In addition, a candidate must have the required number of credits at the O’ level. (b) NCE, with at least a merit in Mathematics and any other science subject. (c) OND, with at least upper credit in Mathematics or Mathematical Sciences.
  • Edwin Clark University Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo  
    Course entry requirements:
    -Candidates must have participated in the 2020/2021 UTME and have met JAMB’s minimum requirements.
    -Must have obtained a minimum of five (5) credit passes at not more than two (2) sittings in WAEC (SSCE)/NECO (SSCE)/GCE O’LEVEL or its equivalent.
    -The required credit passes must include English language and other subjects relevant to the proposed course of study.


    -Direct entry admission is available into 200 level in all programmes.
    -Candidate for direct entry are required to obtained JAMB direct entry forms and possess any of the following qualifications.


    -JUPEB/GCE Advanced level passes in relevant subjects
    -OND/NCE with minimum grade of upper credit/credit respectively
    -All direct entry candidates, in addition to the above, must satisfy the O’ level requirements.
  • Imo State University Imo State University, Owerri  
    Admission Requirements

    UTME:

    The entry requirements shall be at least five credit passes in subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Physics to form the core subjects and a credit pass in any other two relevant science subjects at the senior secondary school certificate or its equivalent.

    Direct Entry:

    Holders of NCE, HND or two Advanced Level Passes (with A – E) in Mathematics, Physics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry or Statistics are eligible to apply. Candidates with NCE/HND should score at least MERIT in Mathematics. In addition they must possess credits in the three core subjects mentioned in section (1) above at the O/Level. Candidates admitted through Direct Entry may undertake the three year degree programme into 200 – Level.
  • Taraba State University Taraba State University, Jalingo  
    Admission requirements:
    Ordinary Level (O’ Level) Requirement: Candidates should have at least 5 credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics and any two from Chemistry, Biology, Geography and Further Mathematics in not more than two (2) sittings from a recognised examination body such as WAEC, NECO, NABTEB etc.

    In addition to O’ level requirements out lined in 4.2 (above),

    Candidates should have either:

    At least Two A ’Level passes in Mathematics, Physics and any one from Chemistry or Biology from a recognised examination body eg. IJMB, GCE A’ Level.
    At least a Lower Credit for Diploma and NCE graduates.

    Duration :4 years

  • Sokoto State University Sokoto State University, Sokoto  
    Admission requirements:
    UTME

    Five (5) credit passes in Senior Secondary School Certificate or its equivalents in addition to acceptable pass in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.

    Direct Entry

    NCE with at least merit pass in 2 relevant subjects or a double major subject with SSCE requirements or its equivalent in five (5) subjects.
    A pass at merit level in a relevant Diploma Programme (provided the O/L requirements are satisfied).
    Advanced level passes in 2 relevant subjects with SSCE requirements.
    Any other equivalent qualifications with SSCE requirements.
    Any other equivalent qualifications.
  • Umaru Musa Yar'adua University Katsina Umaru Musa Yar'adua University Katsina, Katsina  
    Admission requirements:
    UTME:
    Five credit passes at SSCE (or its equivalent) in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any of Biology, Agricultural Science, Geography, Computer Studies / ICT, or Further Mathematics in not more than two sittings.

    Direct Entry:

    Candidates with a minimum of 9 points in IJMB/ HSC/GCE A level/NCE, in Mathematics and any of Physics or Chemistry.

    Candidates with a minimum of Lower Credit pass in National Diploma /HND in Mathematics from recognized institutions may also be admitted.

    All candidates must satisfy the UTME requirements
  • Wesley University Wesley University, Ondo  
    Admission requirements:
    a. UTME
    Five ‘O’ Level Credits including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry plus one other science subject.
    UTME SUBJECTS: English, Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry.

    b. Direct entry:

    (i) Two “A” Level passes in Mathematics and any other science subject along with O’ Level requirements for UME admission
    (ii) NCE with at least Merit Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry or Computer along with O’ Level requirements
    (iii) OND with at least upper credit along with along with O’ Level requirements for UME admission.
  • Novena University Novena University, Ogume  
    Admission requirements:
    Five Credits at SSCE (or its equivalent) including English & Mathematics and any other 3 subjects preferably Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Agricultural Science in that order. Two A level passes in Mathematics and either Physics and /or Chemistry. NCE with credit passes in Mathematics and another Science subject plus 5 Credits at SSCE (or equivalent) UME subjects are English, Mathematics and any two of Physics, Chemistry, Biology depending on the subject of specialization.
  • Arthur Jarvis University Arthur Jarvis University, Calabar  
    Course entry requirements:
    -Applicants must write UTME and attain an acceptable score (National JAMB Minimum Cutoff) in the use of English, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or Biology.
    -For a candidate who has attained the acceptable standard in the UTME to be registered for B.Sc Mathematics in the University, he/she must have a minimum of Credit pass in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Additional/Further Mathematics or Biology.

    Course duration: 4 years
  • McPherson University McPherson University, Seriki Sotayo  
    Course entry requirements:
    (i) SSCE REQUIREMENTS
    -Five SSCE credit passes at not more than two sittings including English Language, Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry.

    (ii) UTME SUBJECTS
    -English, Mathematics, and any two of Physics, Chemistry, Economics or Geography.

    (ii) DIRECT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
    -Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and any other science subjects. 2. NCE with at least merit in Mathematics and on of Physics, Chemistry or Economics.
  • University of Lagos University of Lagos, Lagos  
    Admission requirements:
    Direct Entry:
    Very good passes in the following three (3)
    JUPEB/’A’-level subjects: Physics, Mathematics
    and any one(1) of Chemistry, Biology, Economics
    and Geography and requires ‘O’ level credit
    pass in Further Mathematics

    UTME:
    Five O/Level credit passes in
    English Language, Mathematics,
    Further Mathematics, Physics and
    any one of Economics, Chemistry
    and Geography.
  • Nasarawa State University Nasarawa State University, Keffi  
    Admission requirement:
    Student for B.Sc. in education or Bachelor of Education may be considered for admission, with a minimum of five credits in relevant subjects including English Language with at least pass in Mathematics.

    For Direct Entry into 200 Level of the programme, candidates should pass relevant subjects at credit level at NCE or have equivalent like two relevant passes at Advanced level and three ordinary level relevant subjects
  • Mountain Top University Mountain Top University, Makogi Oba  
    Admission requirements:
    Direct Entry Requirements

    Direct Entry candidates must fulfil the conditions in A (above) and have a minimum of Upper or Lower Credit at the ND Examination or equivalent from a recognized institution or G.C.E (Advanced Level) or equivalent in at least two science subjects with a minimum of a credit (C) in Physics and any of Mathematics or Chemistry to qualify for admission into 200 level of the programmes.
  • Ritman University Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene  
    Admission requirements:
    Five (5) Credit passes in relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics obtained at not more than two sittings in O'level Examinations.(WAEC/NECO).

    Applicants are required to have taken the 2016 JAMB examinations with a score of 140 and above.

    It is also important to note that any false entry during the on line registration may lead to disqualification of candidates.
  • Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Ihiala  
    Entry requirements:
    1.Five SSCE credit passes to include English Language, Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry or Economics and any other two subjects at not more than two sittings in SSCE (WAEC,NECO or GCE) or equivalent qualification.

    2(i) Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and any other Science subject


    (ii) NCE with at least a Merit in Mathematics and one of Physics or Chemistry or Economics.
  • Federal University of Petroleum Resources Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun  
    Admission requirements:
    Five credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, Physics and any other two subjects from Computer Studies, Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science or Data processing/GSM Maintenance.

    UTME:
    English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/Biology or Agricultural Science.

    Direct Entry:
    Two ‘A’ Level passes in Mathematics and any other Science Subject.
  • Dominican University Nigeria Dominican University Nigeria, Ibadan  
    UTME Requirements:
    Five credits passes at SSCE (or its equivalent) including English, Physics and Mathematics and any two subjects from Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology Agricultural Science.

    Program Description:
    UTME subjects are: English, Mathematics, and Physics and one of Chemistry, Biology, Geography, and Economics in order of preference.

    Duration of Programme: 4 years
  • Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Minna  
    Minimum entry requirement:
    i) A Candidate must have at least five (5) credits pass at O’Level, which must include English, Mathematics Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Agric.
    ii) A Candidate must have successfully completed Remedial course at IBB University in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. In addition the candidate must satisfy JAMB requirements.
  • Obafemi Awolowo University Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife  
    Admission requirements:\
    O' Level Requirements: 'O' Level credits in five subjects which must include English Language, Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry.
    Direct Entry: 'A' Level passes in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry. The minimum Requirements of at least three subjects at O'Level should be English and Mathematics

    Course duration: 4 years
  • Fountain University Fountain University, Osun  
    Duration:4 years

    Admission requirements:
    5 O’ Level credit pass in relevant subjects.

    *UTME Admission programme:

    5 O’level credits pass in relevant subjects with good score in JAMB UTME.

    *Direct (D.E):

    A’Level result (Cambridge, IJMB, JUPEB, ND, NCE or its equivalent) with evidence of JAMB D/E Application.
  • University of Africa, Toru-Orua University of Africa, Toru-Orua, Sagbama  
    Course entry requirements:
    -Five Credits At SSCE (Or Its Equivalent) Including English, Mathematics, Physics Or Chemistry.

    Direct entry: Two A’ Level Passes In Mathematics And Any Other Science Subject

    UTME Subjects Are: English, Mathematics And Any Two Of Physics/Biology Or Chemistry
  • Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa  
    Admission requirements:
    Five ‘O’ level credit passes in English language, Mathematics, physics, plus at least two from Chemistry, Biology and Further Mathematics Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry.
    National Diploma (ND) with distinction and credit passes in relevant subjects
  • Valley View Polytechnic Valley View Polytechnic, Ohafia  
    Eligibility:
    - Original certification of credit passes in five(5) requisite O/Level subjects at not more than two(2) sittings, and minimum total score of 110 at the JAMB examination (UTME) in the required UTME subjects.
  • Oduduwa University Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu  
    Course entry requirements:
    -Olevel Result: Five (5) Credits in the required Subjects of the chosen course of study, Including English Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings.
  • Plateau State University Plateau State University, Bokkos  
    Minimum entry requirement:
    Five SSCE credit passes (at not more than two sitting) in Mathematics, English Language, Physics or Chemistry and any other two (2) other Science subject
  • Bayelsa Medical University Bayelsa Medical University, Yenagoa  
    Course entry requirements
    -Five O level credit passes to include English Language, Mathematics, Physics and two other Science subjects.

    Course duration: 5 years
  • Cherish Enterprise Institute Cherish Enterprise Institute, Batsari  
    Course entry requirements
    - 5 credits with English and Maths at SSCE and JAMB

    Course duration: 3-4 years
  • Bingham University Bingham University, Karu  
    Duration: 4 Years

    Study Options: Full Time
  • American University of Nigeria American University of Nigeria, Yola  
    Course duration: 4 years
  • University of Medical Sciences University of Medical Sciences, Ondo  
    Course duration: 4 years
  • Paul University Paul University, Awka  
    Duration:4 years
  • Southwestern University Nigeria Southwestern University Nigeria, Okun-Owa  
  • Clifford University Clifford University, Ihie  
  • Augustine University Augustine University, Epe  
  • Veritas University Veritas University, Bwari  
  • Bowen University Bowen University, Iwo  
  • Achievers University Achievers University, Owo  
  • Summit University Summit University, Offa  
  • Salem University Salem University, Lokoja  
  • Gombe State University Gombe State University, Gombe  
  • Yusuf Maitama Sule University Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano  
  • Crownhill University Crownhill University, Ilorin  
  • Coal City University Coal City University, Enugu  
  • First Technical University First Technical University, Ibadan  




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