The Federal Government, through the National Universities Commission (NUC), is set to introduce 12 new academic programmes to the curriculum of Nigerian universities. This move follows a comprehensive curriculum review prompted by requests from universities and professional bodies.
The proposed courses include:
– Artificial Intelligence
– Classical Christian Education
– Community Health Science
– Cooperative Economics and Management Studies
– Doctor of Medical Laboratory Science
– Geomatics Engineering
– Intelligence and Security Studies
– Parasitology and Entomology
– Sports Management
– Telecommunication Science
– Water Sanitation and Hygiene
– Islamic Economics and Finance
The NUC Executive Secretary, Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, emphasized the commission’s role in setting academic standards and ensuring universities align with global best practices while maintaining local relevance. He highlighted the need for a curriculum that fosters critical thinking, adaptability, and employability skills in students.
To achieve this, 12 expert panels have been constituted to fine-tune the proposed courses, ensuring they meet industry and national development needs. Ribadu urged the reviewers to provide valuable insights that will enhance the curriculum rather than merely pointing out weaknesses.
