The Federal Government of Nigeria, in collaboration with the Board of Education, National Universities Commission (NUC), and Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has fully accredited the following no-fees-paying, degree-awarding institutions:
- Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Wudil, Kano State
- Nigeria Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna
- Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna
- Nigeria Army University, Biu
- Nigeria Maritime Academy, Delta
- Nigerian Army College of Nursing and Air Force College of Nursing, Kaduna
- Mechatronics School at the Armed Forces Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Department
ABOUT THE INSTITUTIONS
These institutions are a blend of military and civilian staff and students. They are accredited by:
- National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)
- National Universities Commission (NUC)
- Council for the Regulation of Engineers in Nigeria (COREN)
- Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE)
Most of these institutions are fully funded by the Federal Government, meaning there are no tuition fees for students.
DEGREE COURSES AT AFIT (Air Force Institute of Technology)
Undergraduate (Degree) Courses:
- B.Eng Aerospace Engineering
- B.Eng Automotive Engineering
- B.Eng Civil Engineering
- B.Eng Electrical/Electronics Engineering
- B.Eng Information and Communication Technology
- B.Eng Mechanical Engineering
- B.Eng Mechatronics Engineering
- B.Eng Metallurgical and Material Engineering
- B.Eng Telecommunication Engineering
- B.Sc Accounting
- B.Sc Banking and Finance
- B.Sc Business Administration
- B.Sc Chemistry
- B.Sc Computer Science
- B.Sc Cyber Security
- B.Sc Economics
- B.Sc International Relations
- B.Sc Marketing
- B.Sc Mathematics
- B.Sc Physics
- B.Sc Physics with Electronics
- B.Sc Statistics
National Diploma (ND) Courses:
- ND Aircraft Engineering Technology
- ND Mechanical Engineering Technology
- ND Automotive Mechatronics Technology
- ND Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology
- ND Welding & Fabrication Technology
- ND Civil Engineering Technology
- ND Business Administration and Management
- ND Explosive Ordinance Technology (strictly for military and vetted paramilitary personnel only)
Higher National Diploma (HND) Courses:
- HND Aircraft Engineering Technology (Airframe/Power Plant Option)
- HND Aircraft Engineering Technology (Avionics Option)
- HND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Manufacturing Option)
- HND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Power and Plant Option)
- HND Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology
- HND Purchasing and Supply
Pre-HND Programmes:
- Pre-HND Aircraft Engineering Technology
- Pre-HND Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology
- Pre-HND Purchasing and Supply
Postgraduate Programmes:
- PGD Aerospace Engineering
- PGD Logistics and Supply Chain
- PGD Electrical/Electronics Engineering
- PGD Construction Technology
- M.Sc Aerospace Engineering
Minimum UTME Scores:
Degree Programmes: 180
Diploma Programmes: 140
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Nigerian Maritime University (Warri, Delta State)
Available Courses:
- Ports Management
- Marine Economics and Finance
- Economics
- Marketing
- Marine Transport and Logistics
- Nautical Sciences
- Fisheries
- Environmental Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Petroleum and Gas Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Meteorology
- Marine Geology
- Botany
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
Tuition Fees & Accommodation: ₦50,000
Note: Candidates who score below 180 will not be admitted.
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HOW TO APPLY
You can apply directly or perform a change of institution through JAMB if AFIT is not your first choice.
Application for admission is currently open for all the institutions listed.
Encourage prospective students to apply and consider switching their choice of institution to Nigerian Maritime University or Air Force Institute of Technology.
FINAL NOTE
These colleges provide undergraduate and graduate programs in aerospace engineering and related areas. The Federal Government covers almost all expenses, and no fees are charged for most students.
Please share this information widely to inform as many people as possible, especially parents and prospective students.
Reference
https://www.nairaland.com
https://coren.gov.ng/
FAQ
1. What are the tuition-free institutions mentioned in Nigeria?
The tuition-free institutions include the Nigeria Police Academy (POLAC), Nigeria Defence Academy (NDA), Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Nigeria Army University, Nigerian Maritime University, and more.
2. Are these institutions fully accredited?
Yes, all the mentioned institutions are fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC), National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), and other relevant bodies.
3. What are the minimum UTME scores required for admission?
For degree programs, a minimum UTME score of 180 is required, while diploma programs require a minimum score of 140.
4. Do these institutions charge any fees?
Most of these institutions are funded by the Federal Government and are tuition-free. However, some, like Nigerian Maritime University, may charge a small fee for tuition and accommodation.
5. How can I apply to these institutions?
You can apply directly through their official websites or perform a change of institution via JAMB if they are not your first choice.
