Students Handbook

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Federal University Dutsin-Ma,

Kilometer 60, Along Katsina-Kankara Road

P.M.B. 5001 Dutsin-ma, Katsina State, Nigeria.

Bankers i. First Bank of Nig. Plc, Katsina and Dutsin-Ma

ii. United Bank for Africa Plc, Dutsin-Ma

iii. Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, Katsina

iv. Diamond Bank. Plc Katsina.

v. Central Bank of Nigeria, Katsina

Solicitors: Afraimu Kandamwe Jingi Esq

A.K. Jingi & Associates,

Nwaola Plaza,

No 3 Dar-Es Salam Street, Off Aminu Kano Cresent.

Wuse II . FCT Abuja

Inside front Page

Colored Photo of the Front view of the new Senate Building

The Nigerian National Anthem

Arise O' Compatriots, Nigeria's call obey

To serve our fatherland

With love and strength and faith

The labour of our heroes past

Shall never be in vain

To serve with heart and might

One nation bound in freedom, peace and

unity

O God of Creation, direct our noble cause,

Guide (thou) our leaders right,

Help our youth the truth to know

In love and honesty to grow

And living just and true

Great lofty heights attain

To build a nation where peace and justice

shall reign

The Nigerian Pledge

I pledge to Nigeria my country

To be faithful loyal an honest

To serve Nigeria with all my strength

To defend her unity

And uphold her honour and glory

So help me God

FUDMA Anthem

Federal University Dutsin-ma

A unique citadel of excellence

Great is your vision – among the top ranks;

A world class institution established,

Committed to excellence,

Raising top-brass future leaders;

Imparting wisdom and greatness

REFRAIN

Oh God our creator,

Your grace we seek and implore

Our vision and mission endow

So at lofty heights we may abide

Coming from the North, South, East and

West

Let’s arise and stand for FUDMA

A university in this blessed land

We are one great family in FUDMA

With very strong tie that binds;

Just sharing love and hope,

Respecting one another’s culture

And living together as one

Foreword (By the Vice Chancellor)

Bursar

University Librarian

NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF PRINCIPAL OFFICERS, DEANS AND DIRECTORS

S/N POSITION NAME/Qualifications Office

GSM

EMAIL

1 Vice-Chancellor Prof. James O.I Ayatse vc@fudutsinma.edu.ng

2 Registrar Muhammad Y.Abubakar registrar@fudutsinma.edu.ng

3 Deputy Bursar MJSadiq. bursar@fudutsinma.edu.ng

4 Principal Librarian Dr. Babangida librarian@fudutsinma.edu.ng

6 Dean, Fac. of Agric. and

Agricultural Technology

Prof. Armaya’u H. Bichi faat@fudutsinma.edu.ng

7 Dean, , Fac. of Arts,

Management and Social

Sciences

Prof. Friday O. Ati

famss@fudutsinma.edu.ng

8 Dean, Fac. of Science and

Education

Prof. Johnson O. Fatokun fse@fudutsinma.edu.ng

5 Ag. Dean of Student

Affairs

Mr. Qrisstuberg Amua studentaffairs@fudutsinma.edu.ng

9 Deputy Director of

Academic Planning

Dr.Godwin O. Adejo gadejo@fudutsinma.edu.ng

10 Director of Advancement

and Linkages

Prof. Joshua O.

Ogunwole

advancement@@fudutsinma.edu.ng

11 Director, Physical

Planning &Works

Sir. Boye Oyewande ppworks@fudutsinma.edu.ng

13 Director of Sports Dr. Yunusa M. Matazu sports@fudutsinma.edu.ng

14 Director, Procurement Mr Jacob A. Ebe procurement@fudutsinma.edu.ng

15 Acting Director, School of

General and Preliminary

Studies

Dr. Aminu D. Kankia sogaps@fudutsinma.edu.ng

16 Acting Director,

University Clinic

DOl Dr. Olabisi Tanimowo clinic@fudutsinma.edu.ng

17 Coordinator, ICT Mr. Agber Torkuma ict@fudutsinma.edu.ng

18 Desk Officer, Servicom Dr. Aminu D. Kankia servicom@fudutsinma.edu.ng

19 Chief Security Officer Capt.Raymond B. Tangle

Rtd

security@fudutsinma.edu.ng

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VISION

The vision of Federal university, Dutsin-ma is ‘to be a top ranking, world-class University,

committed to excellence in research and the production of a generation of leaders with

passion for service’.

MISSION

The mission of Federal University, Dutsin-ma is ‘to create knowledge, impart it to transform

the human being, deploy it to grow the economy and solve local and global challenges, and

do so in partnership and with integrity’.

PHILOSOPHY

The philosophy of the Federal University, Dutsin-ma is to seek and mould the total being by

developing the mind and imparting both theoretical and practical knowledge which

encourages self-reliance and self confidence in the individual. The programmes of study and

training shall therefore be designed to assist the individual to understand, exploit and if need

be change his environments.

CORE VALUES

i. Transparency and accountability;

ii. Justice, fairness and equity;

iii. Capacity building;

iv. Teamwork and mentoring;

v. Humility;

vi. Excellence and professionalism;

vii. Quality service; and

viii. Commitment.

CORE PRACTICES AND FUNCTIONS

i. Student centred approach to teaching that facilitates students’ learning;

ii. Emphasis on teaching aids and the application of technology in teaching, learning,

research and support services;

iii. Monitoring, supervision and evaluation;

iv. Creation of open framework for consultation and dialogue;

v. Promotion of age – long learning culture;

vi. Creation of linkages and networks to promote capacity building, learning and

research;

vii. Designed in qualities that keep the university adaptive to the operating context;

viii. Building a culture where change, innovation and creative ideas breathe and

prosper;

ix. Attracting the best people to accomplish great deeds;

x. Promotion of advancement in the frontiers of knowledge and learning through

research and teaching of the highest quality; and

xi. Promotion of scholarship and innovation.

OBJECTIVES

The Federal University, Dutsin-ma has the following objectives governing its establishment

by law. The objectives of the university are:

i. to encourage the advancement of learning and to hold out to all persons without

distinction of race, creed, sex or political conviction the opportunity of acquiring

higher and liberal education;

ii. to provide courses of instruction and other facilities for the pursuit of learning in

all its branches, and to make those facilities available on proper terms to such

persons as are equipped to benefit from them;

iii. to encourage and promote scholarship and conduct research in restricted fields of

learning and human endeavour;

iv. to relate its activities to the social, cultural and economic needs of the people of

Nigeria; and

v. undertake any other activity appropriate for a university of the highest standard.

LOGO

The striking features in the logo of the Federal University, Dutsin-ma are some rocks, a

wheel and a calf. Also included in the logo is a fine blend of carefully selected colours to

signify the focus and integrity of the university.

i. The rocks: At the base of the logo are a symbol of the rocks of Dutsin-ma and Katsina

State, where the university is located. This feature identifies the university with its

location and its desire to work in harmony with its natural environs and peoples.

ii. The Wheel: Is a symbol of technology. In the logo, the wheel is firmly anchored

between and links the green (agriculture) and gold (wealth) colour parchments. This

feature points to the fact that the university’s programmes will employ modern

technology to transform agriculture, add value and create wealth.

iii. The Calf: Between the green and gold parchments and above the wheel represents the

promotion of agriculture and technology to promote animal health and animal protein

production in line with the traditional occupation of the majority of the people of

Katsina State and indeed Nigeria.

MOTTO

Integrity and Service

UNIVERSITY COLOURS

The colours of the Federal University, Dutsin-ma are black, gold, green and white.

i. Black: This colour symbolises power and elegance. It points to the desire to build an

elegant institution with a strong institutional management system and efficient

management structure.

ii. Gold: This colour symbolises wealth, wisdom, prestige, illumination and high quality.

It indicates the dream to build a prestigious, high quality university that does not only

illuminate and impacts wisdom, but lead its stakeholders to wealth creation.

iii. Green: This colour symbolises nature, fertility, growth and agriculture. It indicates the

desire of the university to harness the natural provisions within its location, its

competitive advantage – land, water and forest resources – to promote agriculture and

agricultural technology and evolve as a centre of excellence in value addition in

agriculture.

iv. White: this colour stands for light, integrity, perfection, successful beginning, and

depicts faith. It captures the desire to grow an institution strong on integrity values,

which is a source of light in an increasingly decadent society, and produce graduates

that have the faith and confidence to serve with integrity.

COLOURS OF FACULTY HOODS

The colours of the hoods of the various faculties shall be as follows:

i. Faculty of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology - Green

ii. Faculty of Arts, Management and Social Sciences - Yellow/Pink/white

iii. Faculty of Science and Education - Orange/Blue

BRIEF ON THE UNIVERSITY

The Federal University, Dutsin-ma is located in Dutsin-ma Local government Area of

Katsina State, which is located in the North-Western region of Nigeria, bordering Niger

Republic, Kaduna, Kano and Jigawa States.

The establishment of the Federal University Dutsin-ma along with eight other Federal

Universities, is in line with the Federal Government of Nigeria’s determination to run a

technology driven economy with the aim of achieving the vision 20:2020, to further improve

the nation’s knowledge base and expand access to education, which is a defining factor in the

establishment of institutions of learning in Nigeria. The overall goal of the establishment was

to tackle the challenges of inadequate space for eligible university applicants. Thus the nine

new Federal Universities, which were established in States where none existed, are positioned

to strike a balance between access, equity and quality, thereby creating an avenue for

indigenous appreciation of educational values.

The establishment of Federal University Dutsin-ma along with eight other universities as a

first phase in the approved establishment of twelve new universities on the basis of equity

and access was consequent on a memorandum presented by the then Minister of state,

Education, Olorogun Kenneth O. Gbagi to the Federal Executive Council, at its 39th

meeting

held on Wednesday, 10th

November, 2010, recommending the establishment of 44 additional

tertiary institutions nationwide. Under the chairmanship of Prof. Julius A. Okojie, Executive

Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), a twelve-member technical committee

developed the modalities for the location and take-off of Federal University, Dutsin-ma and

the other eight universities in the report presented to the Honourable Minister on Monday,

15th

November, 2010. This was followed with a visit by the Honourable Minister of

Education, Prof. Ruqqayat Ahmed Rufa’i, OON accompanied by the Director (Tertiary

Education), Federal Ministry of Education and the executive Secretaries of NUC as well as

the Education Trust Fund (ETF). With the support of the State Government, permanent as

well as take-off site were identified, subsequently approved by the Federal Executive

Council, and Council approved the sum of N1.5 billion take-off grant, to be sourced from the

ETF.

On 7th

February, 2011, in his capacity as Visitor to Federal Universities, the President and

Commander in Chief, His Excellency, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, appointed Prof.

James O.I. Ayatse and Mal. Muhammad Yusuf Abubakar as Vice Chancellor and Registrar,

respectively. These appointments were communicated by the Honourable minister of

Education on Wednesday, 9th

February 2011, and took effect from 16th

February 2011. The

Vice Chancellor and Registrar officially assumed office on 10th

March, 2011, the day they

were formally presented to the Government and people of Katsina State by the Honourable

Minister of Education. The Vice Chancellor subsequently appointed Mr Sadiq Momoh Jimoh

and Mallam Misbahu Naiya as the Deputy Bursar, and Deputy Librarian, respectively.

The Federal University Dutsin-ma whose main objective is to encourage the advancement of

learning and to hold out to all persons without distinction of race, creed, sex or political

conviction the opportunity of acquiring higher and liberal education matriculated her pioneer

students of 219 spread across three faculties, namely: Faculty of Agriculture and Agricultural

Technology, Faculty of Arts and Management Studies, and Faculty of Science and Science

Education. Currently, there are 1754 students consisting of 1255 males and 499 females

registered in the 21 Departments of the three Faculties.

University Administration and Governance

The Federal Government of Nigeria stands as the sole proprietor and source of funds for the

Federal University, Dutsin-ma, while His Excellency, the President and commander in Chief

of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is the Visitor to the university. However, from its

inception till date, Katsina State Government under the leadership of His Excellency,

Governor Ibrahim Shema, FNIM has contributed generously towards the infrastructural

development on the take-off campus.

At full administrative maturity, the Visitor will exercise his control through the Federal

Ministry of Education, the National Universities Commission, the Chancellor, who

essentially is ceremonial, and Governing Council. The Vice Chancellor is the Chief

Executive and Accounting Officer of the University. He is supported by other Principal

Officers such as the Deputy Vice-Chancellor(s), the Registrar, the University Librarian and

the Bursar.

The 20 academic Departments are under three faculties, namely: Faculty of Agriculture and

Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Arts and Management Studies, and Faculty of Science

and Education. Each faculty is headed by a Dean who coordinates the activities of

Departments through their respective Heads of Department (HODs). In addition to the Deans

of Academic Faculties, other Directorates and Units contribute to the smooth running of the

University: These are Students Affairs Division, Establishment and Development Division,

Directorate of Academic Planning& Quality Assurance, Directorate of Advancement and

Linkages, Directorate of Physical Planning and Works, Procurement Directorate, University

Clinic, Security Services, Fire Service, Servicom Unit, and Renewable Energy and

Sustainable Development Unit.

BRIEFS ON DIRECTORATES AND UNITS

i. Directorate of Advancement and Linkages

The Directorate for University Linkages and Advancement was established in the Federal

University, Dutsin-Ma, (FUDMA) Katsina State (FUDMA) in 2013 as a positive initiative to

enhance University outreach, and to accord the needed attention to the external sourcing of

support for collaborative research and the technological development of FUDMA in keeping

with the University’s Strategic Plan. The Directorate also is intended to help Co-ordinate

other external contacts and collaborative functions of FUDMA staff and students, inclusive of

exchange programmes, travel fellowships, research visits, scholarship awards and grants etc.

In keeping with National Universities Commission Guidelines, the Directorate functions as

an active Unit under the Office of the Vice-Chancellor. The Director, a seasoned scholar,

who is working closely with Deans, Directors, Heads of the various University Departments

and Units, as well as the University Management to lay a sound foundation for promote

fruitful Linkages, Provide a platform for effective up-grading and marketing of FUDMA

Programmes at National and International levels, facilitate productive cross – country

Technical, Academic and Administrative interactions and exchanges involving

Undergraduate Traineeship Schemes, and creating student friendly and interactive

programmes with other universities and institutions.

ii. Directorate of Academic Planning

The Academic Planning Unit of the University, currently headed by a senior academic as

Deputy Director, is among others, responsible for University resource planning, programmes

planning, collating and analysing data of staff and students, coordinating the development

and review of curriculum for all programmes taught in the University, put in place quality

assurance mechanisms to enhance quality of teaching, learning and research, assisting the

university to formulate and periodically review strategic plans, evaluating the annual

institutional performance of the academic programs, and coordinating all quality assurance

visits (e.g. accreditation, resources verification, program audit etc) to the university.

iii. Sports Directorate

The Sports Directorate which was established on 5th

January, 2013 is charged with routine

activities ranging from recreational sports programme, organising sporting activities,

attending national and international competitions, international sports programme. All work

and no play make Jack a dull boy. Therefore, all students and staffs are encouraged to utilize

the facilities in the sports complex to improve their physical and emotional well-being.

iv. Servicom

SERVICOM (Service Compact with all Nigerians) is meant to improve service delivery

throughout the country. It is about service efficiency, and identifying where service fails or

where it is failing, for improvement and better productivity. Hence, all staff, students and

other University stakeholders have the right to complain whenever they perceive any of the

University services fails or is about to fail. When you experience service failure (not

individual personnel failure), complain as soon as possible, and as courteously and politely

as possible to SERVICOM, or to the Vice Chancellor (if the complaint is about

SERVICOM performance).

SERVICOM unit in the University is headed by a senior academic who serves as the Nodal

Officer and head of the Unit. The Nodal Officer reports directly to the Vice Chancellor.

v. Information and Communication Technology Unit (ICT)

The Information and Communication Technology Unit (ICT), currently headed by a

Coordinator, is a Directorate under the Office of the Vice Chancellor which, among other

things, is charged with developing and managing information system, provision of network

and internet services on campus, provision of hardware and software support to all units of

the University, provision of support for students’ online registration, managing and

maintaining power generating sets, UPS and inverters, development of examination grading

and transcript production software, development and management of Post-UME and

admission management software, managing of the University examination centre,

development of web applications, management of multimedia equipment, training and

capacity building among students and staff across the campus.

vi. Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) Unit.

Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) Unit is aimed at providing opportunity

for students to put into practice theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom, and provide

students the opportunity to prepare for employment after graduation, in addition to improving

the academic contents of programmes studied. The SIWES Unit, under the Office of the Vice

Chancellor coordinates the participation of students in the mandatory industrial attachment

programme, and serves as a link between NUC, Industrial Training Fund (ITF) and the

university in all matters relating to SIWES, including payment of industrial training

allowances and fostering effective contacts and collaboration between the university and

industries.

vii. Entrepreneurship Development Centre (EDC)

An Entrepreneurship Development Centre is a place in the university where motivated

students are encourage and supported in launching and successfully growing an enterprise

with the aim of promoting self-employment. It helps to facilitate the interaction between

entrepreneurs and existing recourses and provide in-depth assistance and practical models for

every stage of development from concept evaluation through start-up, growth, expansion and

beyond. The centre is expected to take care of the practical aspects of entrepreneurial studies

and provide conducive environment for training of motivated students that really want to go

into business.

In addition, the centre will promote acquisition of entrepreneurial skills for job creation and

the culture of entrepreneurship among university students, generate business opportunities,

address the problem of poverty and unemployment, provide new knowledge and expertise,

and enhance the university's contribution to society.

viii. The Students Affairs Division

The Students Affairs Division is headed by the Dean of Students Affairs who is responsible

to the Vice-Chancellor. The Division is concerned mainly with students’ welfare including

hostel accommodation, orientation, bursary/financial aid, career, health, recreation, physical

education and personal problems. It has a Counselling Unit where students can comfortably

receive assistance and counsel on matters affecting them. In this respect, students are strongly

advised to make known their problems or when in doubt, consult the Students Affairs

Division for necessary advice and information. Also, the Students Affairs Division maintains

an active partnership with students in the development of new and dynamic programmes and

in the enrichment of those already existing. The activities of the Students’ Union and all other

Students’ Clubs, Associations and Societies are co-ordinated by the Students Affairs

Division. The objective is to provide a conducive atmosphere for the total development of the

student.

ix. Security Unit

The security unit was established on 28th

October, 2012 by the authority of the University to

work directly under the directives of the Vice Chancellor. The Security Unit was established

for the purpose of protecting lives and properties of the University, provision of

security/surveillance support and design of intelligence architecture for the University. It

also has the mandate of providing and dissemination of intelligence and information

concerning the University, giving professional advice to the Vice Chancellor of the

University and creating awareness/sensitization of all staff and students as regard current

security situation.

Students and staff are encouraged to promptly report all suspicious activities around them to

the Security Unit.

x. University Health Clinic

The University Clinic came into existence in July 2012. The University Clinic is an integral

unit of the institution set aside to ensure healthy University community. Its activities range

from management of medical ailments, to identifying and detecting risk factors and

contributors to ill health and addressing it appropriately and promptly. This is among other

responsibilities which include prevention of the spread of diseases and infection through

ensuring proper sanitation as well as educating the University community on ways to live

healthily.

Currently the clinic provide services such as out-patient/emergencies consultations and

treatment, In-patient admission, clinical diagnostic services including ultrasound and ECG,

medical laboratory services covering haematology, chemical pathology, microbiology and

immunology, as well as general pharmacy services.

The University Clinic had been upgraded and approved by NHIS for both staff and students.

xi. Bursary Department

Bursary Department was established at the inception of the University in 2011. It is

responsible for all issues pertaining to management of University finance as may be issued

and directed by the Vice Chancellor in accordance with financial regulation and University

status. Among other things the Bursary Department establish logistics for payment of fees

and ensure proper documentation of financial transactions in line with GAAP (Generally

Accepted Accounting Principles) and extant rules.

ACADEMIC POLICIES

Admissions

General Entry Requirements

In addition to the entry requirements specific to individual faculties or

departments/programmes, the following are the general entry requirements approved for

admission to the first-degree programme.

Admission into Bachelor’s degree programme is done through the Joint Admissions and

Matriculation Board (JAMB). The entry requirements seek to ensure that those admitted

have necessary preparedness to benefit from the programme. For entry into the Bachelor’s

degree programmes, candidates are normally admitted through the Unified Tertiary

Matriculation Examinations (UTME) and by Direct Entry.

Admission through UTME

Candidates seeking admission through UTME should meet the following requirements:

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, 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) Ordinary Level Examination, West African School Certificate Examination

(WASCE), National Examinations Council (NECO) or National Business and Technical

Examination Board (NABTEB) in subjects relevant to the course of study.

UTME candidates should normally have attained the age of 16 years.

Admission through Direct Entry (DE)

Candidates who have credit level passes in ‘O’ Level English Language and Mathematics

with one of the following shall be eligible for admission by direct entry:

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 courses 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 other 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 not more than two sittings.

HND passed at not less than lower credit from a recognized institution plus 5 ‘O’ level

credit passed at not more than two sittings.

In addition to the above general requirements, candidates must meet departmental admission

requirements stipulated by the University and reflected in JAMB brochure. Candidates must

at any point in time combine not more than 2 sittings to qualify for registration.

Specific Departmental Requirements

The table below presents specific departmental requirements for each programme.

Programme Direct Entry UTME/JAMB UTME Subjects

B.Sc.

Economics

Two ‘A’ level passes in

Economics and social

science or science subject

Five ‘O’ Level

Credits in English,

Mathematics,

Economics and any

two of Arts or Social

Science subjects

Economics,

Mathematics and

any one of

Government,

History, Geography,

Literature-in-

English, French and

CRK/IRK

B.Sc.

Sociology

Two ‘A’ level passes in

History, Geography,

Literature, Religious

Knowledge, Social Studies,

Sociology, Political Science,

or Economics.

Five ‘O’ level credits

in Government or

History, English,

Mathematics and two

other subjects.

Government/History

plus two other

Social Science/Art

subjects

B.Sc. Political

Science

Two ‘A’ level passes in

Government/History/Political

Science and any relevant

social science or arts subject

or Diploma in Personnel or

Administration with Lower

Credit

Five ‘O’ level credits

in Government or

History, English,

Mathematics and two

other subjects.

Government or

History plus two

other social

science/arts subjects

B.Sc.

Geography

Two ‘A’ level passes in

Geography and one of

Economics, Government,

History, Physics, Chemistry,

Biology.

Five ‘O’ level credits

in Geography,

English,

mathematics, and

any two subjects

from science, social

science or arts

Geography and two

other arts or social

science subjects

B.A. English Two ‘A’ level passes to

include Literature in English

and one other Arts subject

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include Literature

in English, English

Language and

Mathematics

Literature in

English, one other

Arts subject and

another Arts,

science or Social

Science subject

B.A. History Two ‘A’ level passes in

History and any other related

subject

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include History

and English

Language and

mathematics. A

credit in Government

may be considered in

History and any

related two subjects

from Arts and

Social Sciences

place of History

B.Sc.

Accounting

Two ‘A’ level passes in

Economics and Mathematics

or any social science subject

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include

Economics,

Mathematics, and

English Language

Mathematics,

Economics and any

other Social Science

subject

B.Sc. Business

Management

Two ‘A’ level passes in

Economics and Mathematics

or any social science subject

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include

Economics,

Mathematics, and

English Language

Mathematics,

Economics and any

other Social Science

subject

B.Sc. Biology (i) Two ‘A’ level passes in

Botany/Zoology/Biology and

Chemistry

(ii) OND/NCE in related

fields

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include Biology,

Chemistry, and any

other Science

subject.

A pass may be

accepted in Physics

Biology, Chemistry

and Physics or

Mathematics

B.Sc.

Microbiology

(i) Two ‘A’ level passes in

Botany/Zoology/Biology and

Chemistry

(ii) OND/NCE in related

fields

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include Biology,

Chemistry, and any

other Science

subject.

A pass may be

accepted in Physics

Biology, Chemistry

and Physics or

Mathematics

B.Sc.

Chemistry

(i) Two ‘A’ level passes in

Chemistry and any one of

Physics, Mathematics or

Biology

(ii) OND/NCE with good

grades and relevant ‘O’ level

subjects

Five ‘O’ level credits

including English

Language,

Mathematics,

Physics, Chemistry

and Biology

Chemistry and two

of Physics, Biology

and Mathematics

B.Sc. (i) Two ‘A’ level passes in Five ‘O’ level credits Chemistry and two

Industrial

Chemistry

Chemistry and any one of

Physics, Mathematics or

Biology

(ii) OND/NCE with good

grades and relevant ‘O’ level

subjects

including English

Language,

Mathematics,

Physics, Chemistry

and Biology

of Physics, Biology

and Mathematics

B.Sc.

Biochemistry

(i) Two ‘A’ level passes in

Chemistry and any one of

Biology, Physics or

Mathematics

(ii) OND/NCE with good

grades and relevant ‘O’ level

subjects

Five ‘O’ level credits

including English

Language,

Mathematics,

Physics, Chemistry

and Biology

Biology, Chemistry

and Physics

B.Sc. Physics (i) Two ‘A’ level passes in

Physics and Mathematics

(ii) OND/NCE with good

grades and relevant ‘O’ level

subjects

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include English

Language, Physics,

Chemistry and

Mathematics and

any other science

subjects.

Physics,

Mathematics and

Chemistry or

Biology

B.Sc. Physics

Electronics

(i) Two ‘A’ level passes in

Physics and Mathematics

(ii) OND/NCE with good

grades and relevant ‘O’ level

subjects

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include English

Language, Physics,

Chemistry and

Mathematics and

any other science

subjects.

Physics,

Mathematics and

Chemistry or

Biology

B.Sc.

Mathematics

(i) Two ‘A’ level passes in

Mathematics and any one of

Physics, Chemistry,

Economic or Geography

(ii) NCE with at least Merit

in mathematics and one of

Five ‘O’ level credits

including English

Language,

Mathematics and

Physics, Chemistry

and any other

Mathematics ,

Physics and any of

Chemistry,

Economics or

Geography

Physics, Chemistry or

Economics, or OND with

good grades and relevant ‘O’

level subjects

relevant subjects

B.Sc.

Computer

Science & IT

Same as B.Sc. Mathematics Same as B.Sc.

Mathematics

Same as B.Sc.

Mathematics

B.A.Ed.

English

Language

Same as B.A. English Same as B.A.

English

Same as B.A.

English

B.Sc. Ed.

Mathematics

Same as B.Sc. Mathematics Same as B.Sc.

Mathematics

Same as B.Sc.

Mathematics

B.Sc. Ed.

Physics

Same as B.Sc. Physics Same as B.Sc.

Physics

Same as B.Sc.

Physics

B.Sc. Ed.

Biology

Same as B.Sc. Biology Same as B.Sc.

Biology

Same as B.Sc.

Biology

B.Sc. Ed.

Chemistry

Same as B.Sc. Chemistry Same as B.Sc.

Chemistry

Same as B.Sc.

Chemistry

B. Fisheries &

Aquaculture

Technology

(i) Two ‘A’ level passes to

include Chemistry and any

one of Botany, Zoology,

Biology or Chemistry

(ii) OND/NCE in related

fields

Five ‘O’ level credits

to include

Chemistry, Biology

and any other

Science subject

A pass may be

accepted in Physics

Biology/Agric

Science, Chemistry

and Physics or

Mathematics

B. Forestry &

Wildlife

Management

Same as B. Fisheries &

Aquaculture Technology

Same as B. Fisheries

& Aquaculture

Technology

Same as B.

Fisheries &

Aquaculture

Technology

B. Agriculture

(Crop

Production

&Protection,

Same as B. Fisheries &

Aquaculture Technology

Same as B. Fisheries

& Aquaculture

Technology

Same as B.

Fisheries &

Aquaculture

Technology

Animal

Production &

Health or

Agric

Economic &

#Extension)

B. Food

Science &

Technology

(i) Two ‘A’ level passes in

Chemistry and any one of

Physics or Mathematics

(ii) NCE with at least Merit

in mathematics and one of

Physics, Chemistry or

Economics

Five ‘O’ level credits

including Chemistry,

English Language,

Mathematics and

Physics or Biology

Mathematics and

any two of Physics,

Chemistry

Orientation Exercise

All new students are required to undergo an orientation programme prior to their

registration. This programme is intended to acquaint the students with the whole range of

services and privileges available to them as well as their responsibilities as members of an

academic community. Regulations require satisfactory completion of the orientation before

matriculation in the University.

Matriculation Oath

I, …………………………… of the Department of …………………………….….. do

solemnly swear to observe and respect all the provisions of the Federal University Dutsin-ma

Law and Statutes, Schedules and Regulations lawfully made, which are now in force and

which shall from time to time be brought in force for the good governance of the university.

So help me God.

…………………………. ………………………………

Student’s Signature Date

Registration

All new students are required to undergo preliminary screening exercise before

registration for courses. They are required at this time to present original copies of

certificate(s) to the screening officer(s) who would check if they meet the General University

and departmental admission requirements. Apart from this initial screening exercise each

student shall be required to present his credentials for final screening and verification during

his final year in the University.

To be accepted as a bona fide student, eligible to attend lectures and take

examinations, the student must duly register within the stipulated period for all prescribed

courses at the beginning of each semester. Any student who fails to duly register within the

specified time period will pay a late registration fee. This concession is only for the period

approved for the late registration.

Procedure for Registration of Fresh Students for First Semester

All fresh candidates of the University must register for courses in their various programmmes

through the completion of relevant documents. Registration of fresh candidates will begin in

the Admissions office of the University and end in the Departments. The procedure for the

registration of candidates is as approved by Senate from time to time. Currently, Senate has

approved online registration and clearance procedure for fresh students during the first

semester as outlined below:

Go to http://portal.fudutsinma.edu.ng/admissions, and do the following:

type your Jamb Registration Number,

select “download form FUD/01” from “where would you like to go?” and click continue,

Print the form and sign

Your parent and guardian should also sign.

Go to http://www.jamb.org.ng and print your Jamb admission Letter

Go to any of the designated banks and Pay your Acceptance Fees. You will be given a receipt

with a PIN

Go to http://portal.fudutsinma.edu.n/admissions and do the following:

Type your Jamb Registration Number

Select “Process Admission”

Enter your PIN

Click continue

Read the Instructions you see displayed on your screen.

Click on Screening form

http://portal.fudutsinma.edu.ng/admissionshttp://www.jamb.org.ng/http://portal.fudutsinma.edu.n/admissions

Fill the form and click save data.

Click on “Registration Forms”

Click on “Form FUD/02”

Print the form and Sign it

Proceed to the Screening Officer for screening with the following items:

A signed copy of Undertaking Against Cultism (Form FUD/01)

A signed copy of Acceptance of Offer of Provisional Admission (Form FUD/02)

Jamb Admission Letter

Original and Photocopy of Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age

Original and Photocopy of O’Level certificates/Statement of Results

(NECO/SSCE/NABTEB)

Two Passport photographs

Certificate of Indigenship/Citizenship from your Local Government Area.

Letter of Reference from a person of reputable standing in the society vouching for your good

behaviour

After Screening, Proceed to ICT to have your Photograph taken.

Next, Proceed to the bank and pay your school charges

Then, go to http://portal.fudutsinma.edu.ng/admissions, login using your PIN earlier given to

you.

Click on “Student Data Form”

Fill the form and click “Save Data”

Next, Click on “Course Registration”

View available forms and click “Register Courses” at the end of the page.

Next Click on “Registration Forms” and do the following:

Click on “Matriculation Oath Form FUD/07”

Print the Form, Sign it and Provide it on the day of Matriculation

If your require Accommodation, you can then proceed to the bank and pay Accommodation

Charges

After payment, you will be given a printout with your room Number on it.

Note: You must update your personal Data form before paying for accommodation.

After Semester Registration, Check back after 24hrs to see if your Registration has been

approved.

Submit a photocopy of all documents you brought for screening to your Department.

Once approved, print out all the forms you filled and preserve a copy for yourself.

http://portal.fudutsinma.edu.ng/admissions

Procedure for Registration of Returning Students for First Semester

Senate has approved online registration procedure for returning students during the first

semester as outlined below:

Go to your academic Department and check the courses you should offer for the semester

Then, go to portal.fudutsinma.edu.ng and do the following:

Login using your Matriculation Number as username and your password.

Click on “My Fees/Charges”

Click on “List my Fees”

Click on “More Fee Items”

Select the appropriate fee that applies to you and click on “Process item”

Select “Confirm Action” and click on “Process Payments”

You will be presented with a transaction slip containing a Transaction ID. Print transaction

slip and take to a designated bank where you will pay the stipulated Charges

Log out

Proceed to any of the designated banks with your transaction slip and pay your school

charges. An online receipt will be issued to you.

Go to htpp://portal.fudutsinma.edu.ng, and do the following:

Type your matriculation number as username and your password

Next, Click on “My Modules”

Then Click on “Course Outline”

Then select “Register” on appropriate “Semester Registration”

You will see a list of Courses to be registered

Select Courses you are to register by clicking on the “checkbox” beside the course

After selecting all Courses, Click on “Process Selection” on top of the page

Click on “Confirm Selection”

Log out.

After Semester Registration, check back after 24 hurs to see if your registration has been

approved. To do that, follow the steps below:

Go to http://portl.fudutsinma.edu.ng and do the following

Log in using your matriculation number and password

Click on “Course Registration”

Check for the current semester and see if your registration has been approved by the

Registration Officer, HOD and Dean

Log out

If Not approved after 24 hours, report to your Registration Officer.

Once approved, contact your registration Officer for a signed copy of your course registration

form for filing.

Procedure for Registration of All Students for Second Semester

Senate has approved online registration procedure for all students during the second semester

as outlined below:

Go to your academic Department and check the courses you should offer for the semester.

Go to http://portal.fudutsinma.edu.ng , and do the following:

Type your Matriculation number as username and password.

Next, Click on “My Modules”

Then Click on “Course Outline”

Then Select “Register” on the appropriate “Semester Registration”

You will see a list of Courses to be registered.

Select Courses you are to register by clicking on the “checkbox” beside the course

After selecting the Courses, Click on “Process Selection” on top of the page

Click on “Confirm Selection”

Log out.

After Semester Registration, Check back after 24hrs to see if your registration has been

approved. To do that, follow the steps below:

Go to http://portl.fudutsinma.edu.ng and do the following

Log in using your matriculation number and password

Click on “Course Registration”

http://portl.fudutsinma.edu.ng/http://portal.fudutsinma.edu.ng/http://portl.fudutsinma.edu.ng/

Check for the current semester and see if your registration has been approved by the

Registration Officer, HOD and Dean

Log out

If Not approved after 24 hours, report to your Registration Officer

Once approved, contact your Registration Officer for a signed copy of your course

registration form for filing.

Late Registration

The University normally allows two (2) weeks after normal registration for late registration.

Late registration attracts a charge of N1,000.00 for fresh students and N2,000.00 for returning

students. These charges are subject to change from time to time.

Change of Registered Courses through ‘Add/Drop’ Provision

A student who wants to make changes to his registered courses after completion of

his/her registration shall do so on prescribed Add/Drop forms. This provides a student

opportunity to delete (drop), add or substitute courses he has already registered for. The

changes become effective after approval by the HOD. Under no circumstance should a

student just abandon a course he has registered for or attend lectures and sit for examination

in a course(s) for which he has not duly registered without first having his changes approved

through the Add/Drop forms.

Registration Guidelines for Students with Carry Over Courses

Students who have carry over courses and those on probation shall be guided by the

following during registration:

The maximum number of units to be registered for by a student per semester is 24;

All students with carry over courses must first register such courses before any new (higher)

level courses. That is, subject to a maximum of 24 units, priority in courses to be registered

shall be as follows:

Carry over courses at lower level before higher levels

Core courses at new (higher) level

Unearned lower level(s) units of electives (if any) as stipulated by the Department, or

Stipulated units of electives at new (higher) level.

Any stipulated course unit(s) that cannot be accommodated within the maximum 24 units

shall be taken during the next (higher) year. This allows students who have outstanding

courses at the end of the minimum residency period to continue for an additional period of

four semesters (for 8-semester programme) or 5 semesters (for 10-semester programme).

Students on probation shall register for carry over core courses and unearned stipulated units

of electives before new (higher) level courses. That is, for students on probation, the priority

of registration of courses shall be:

Carry over courses at lower level before higher levels

Unearned lower level(s) units of electives (if any) as stipulated by the department

Core courses at new (higher) level

Stipulated units of electives at new (higher) level.

Registration at other Units

All students are required to register upon presentation of evidence of payment of school fees

at the following units:

Health Centre,

University Library,

Student Affairs Office.

Certificate Verification

There shall be verification of certificates and credentials submitted to the University during

the period of studentship in Federal University, Dutsin-Ma. Students found to have submitted

falsified certificates and credentials shall be expelled from the University.

The University reserves the right to withdraw any degree/diploma/certificate of any student

whose admission and registration into the University is discovered to have been obtained

through the presentation of false information at the time of registration.

Change of Name

No male student is allowed to change his name from that with which he gained admission

into the University. A female student who marries in the course of her studies in the

University would be allowed to change her surname alone, only when she has written to

inform the University, with legal evidence including newspaper publication in support of the

marriage, to the Vice-Chancellor through her Head of Department.

COURSE CREDIT SEMESTER SYSTEM

The University operates the course credit system. Course credit system is a system in which

subjects are broken down into examinable units called courses. Students thus earn credits if

they pass the course(s). It is a system in which all courses taken by the student count towards

the degree. Courses are arranged in a progressive order of levels of academic progress e.g.

year 1 or 100 level (101, 102, 111, 131, etc), year 2 or 200 level (201, 211, 222, 232, etc), etc.

The numbering of courses enables students to immediately know those courses offered during

the first semester (ends with 1) or second semester (ends with 2) as well as courses taken in

various years.

Credit Units

A credit unit is one hour of lecture or tutorial per week per semester or three hours of

laboratory work or six hours of teaching practice or clinical practice or stadium activity per

weak or four weeks of industrial attachment. A semester is normally a duration of 15 to 18

weeks that covers registration, teaching and examination. Two semesters make one academic

year or session. Credit units therefore represent the weighting of a course: the higher the

number of units the heavier is the course.

Work load

Generally, a full-time student of the University shall register for not less than 15 credit units

and not more than 24 credit units per semester. Normally the courses available for each

semester are advertised on departmental notices and University website before students’

registration commences.

Classification of Courses

Courses prescribed for the award of first degree of the University are classified as core or

elective. The designation of courses as core or elective is as recommended by the

Department and approved by Senate.

Core Courses

A core course is one that must be taken and passed before a student can graduate. A student

who fails a core course carries it over and repeats it at the next available opportunity. At such

an opportunity he must register for all failed core courses and any other new courses subject

to a maximum of 24 units. All General Studies (GST) courses are core courses. GST courses

are University-wide courses taken by all students irrespective of the discipline of study.

Elective Courses

An elective course is defined as a course that may be taken on the advice of the department

for the purpose of enriching a student’s knowledge and making up the required number of

registered credit units. A student who fails an elective course may be advised to register for it

again or take another course at the same or higher level at the next available opportunity. A

student who cultivates the habit of abandoning failed electives (i.e. not replacing them with

other units) runs the risk of not being able to accumulate the minimum total credits earned

required to graduate. An elective course is not a course that must be passed before

graduation.

Carryover Courses

This is a term used to represent core course(s) a student has taken and failed. He/She then

carries it over and repeats it at the next available opportunity. A student may repeat a failed

course as many times as possible provided that the grade points earned at all attempts shall

count towards the cumulative grade point average (CGPA). That is, every failed attempt

worsens the student’s CGPA. Students are not allowed to register and retake courses they

have previously passed irrespective of the pass grade scored.

Structure of Workload

The structure of students’ minimum workload takes into consideration the fact that students

may carry over courses. The design is such that the workload decreases as the level of study

increases. This allows an average student to register for his/her carryovers without exceeding

the 24 units per semester, pass them and graduate within the minimum period allowed for

graduation. The design also gives a weak student, who cannot clear his carryovers within the

minimum period, extra four semesters (for 8-year programme) or five semesters (for 10-

semester programme), within which he must clear his carryovers, earn the required number of

units and graduate. In effect, this system eliminates the ‘class mate’ syndrome since students

who are admitted at the same time may not necessarily graduate in the same year.

Retention, Probation, Withdrawal and Expulsion

Retention

The University considers two parameters crucial in judging the status of her students:

academic performance and conduct. A student whose conduct is not acceptable as judged by

University regulations may not be allowed to continue with his/her studies. With regard to

academic performance, a student is required to maintain a cumulative grade point average

(CGPA) of at least 1.00 in order to be in Clear Academic Standing and be retained on the

programme. A student whose CGPA falls below 1.00 is first placed on one-year academic

probation. She/he is then eventually withdrawn if she/he fails to improve on her/his academic

performance.

Special Counseling for Extremely Weak Students

All first year students who obtain CGPA of less than 0.50 in the first semester results should

be placed on the list for Special Counseling and attention to help them improve.

Academic Probation

A student whose CGPA is below 1.00 at the end of a particular academic year of study (two

consecutive semesters) earns a probation status for one academic year (two semesters).

Probation does not mean a temporary withdrawal from the University and it is not a repeat. It

is a period granted, as warning before withdrawal, to a weak student to improve on his

CGPA. During the probation year the student registers for failed core courses (and electives

– old or new) and where possible, new higher level courses. He must make a CGPA of at

least 1.00 at the end of the probation year to avoid withdrawal. It should be noted that a

student that goes on probation may not normally be able to graduate with his ‘class mates’.

Probation the will prevent a student from eventually graduating within the maximum period

allowed for the programme shall deemed equivalent to withdrawal.

Withdrawal

Withdrawal from a programme shall occur under the following circumstances:

A student whose CGPA is below 1.00 at the end of a particular period of probation shall be

withdrawn from the programme

A student whose academic progress indicates that he is unlikely to obtain the prescribed

minimum total credit units for graduation in the maximum period allowed for the programme

shall be advised to withdraw from the programme

A student who exhausts the maximum duration allowed on the programme shall withdraw

from the programme

A student who abandons his studies (i.e does not register) for two consecutive semesters shall

be deemed to have voluntarily withdrawn from the programme.

A student who is withdrawn from a programme with CGPA of less than 0.75 shall leave the

University. A student who is withdrawn with a CGPA of 0.75 and above who is unable to

find another programme to accept him at the end of late registration shall leave the

University. A withdrawn student who is accepted in another programme shall have a new

residence determined by the level of entry. A withdrawn student who is accepted by another

programme must meet the entry requirement and UTME subject combination for that

programme and must be accepted at a level higher than 100 Level.

Rustication and Expulsion

A student that is involved in gross misconduct as determined by the University regulations

may be subjected to different disciplinary measures, including rustication or expulsion from

the University.

DURATION OF PROGRAMME

The maximum period allowable for a student to remain on the programme is usually 150% of

the minimum period. The minimum and maximum duration per programme is as given in the

table below:

Faculty Programme Mode of

Admission

Minimum

Duration

(Semesters)

Maximum

Duration

(Semesters)

Arts, Management

& Social Sciences

B.A.

B.Sc.

UTME

8

12

Direct Entry

6

9

Science &

Education

B.Sc.

B.Sc. Ed.

B.A. Ed.

UTME 8 12

Direct Entry

6

9

Agriculture &

Agricultural

Technology

B. Fisheries

B. Forestry

B. Agriculture

B. Food Science

& Technology

UTME

10 15

Direct Entry 8 12

DEFERMENT OR LEAVE FROM STUDIES OR EXAMINATIONS

Deferment of Admission

A fresh student may apply to the Vice Chancellor for deferment of admission before

matriculation. The Vice Chancellor shall consider the case on its merit after confirming that

the candidate has met the entry requirements and approved students charges for the session

have been paid in full. Deferment shall be valid for only one academic year.

Deferment of Studies

After a student has duly registered and matriculated, he may be given leave from

studies/examinations on grounds acceptable to Senate. Cases of ill health or other situations

that may hinder student attendance at lectures, practical, tutorials or examinations must be

reported to the HOD in writing. A student who wants to take leave from

studies/examinations shall apply to the HOD, attaching necessary evidence (such as originals

of medical report), for consideration by the Department, Faculty and Senate. The University

Clinic should authenticate all such medical reports before processing by the Department.

Approved Leave from Studies

Senate, on the recommendation of the Department and Faculty, may grant a student leave

(deferment) from studies or examinations. Such applications should normally be approved

before the candidate takes leave of studies. The following conditions shall apply for a student

on an approved leave

The period of absence shall not be counted as part of his/her study period or duration on the

programme

On return, he shall continue his studies where he stopped

He shall not be awarded ‘F’ grade in courses registered if he fails to appear for the

examination

A candidate who is absent from examination on health grounds, upon approval by Senate,

shall assume similar status to that of a candidate on approved leave

Unapproved Leave

A student who abandons his studies or whose application for leave is rejected but goes ahead

to take such leave shall assume the status of unapproved leave. For unapproved leave the

following shall apply:

The period of absence shall be counted as part of his duration of study

If he/she registered for any course(s) during such a period and fails to appear for the

examination he/she shall earn ‘F’ grade in all such courses

Upon return, he shall continue with studies provided his duration of study has not lapsed or

he has not been withdrawn on academic ground

CHANGE OF PROGRAMME AND TRANSFERS

Change of Programme of Study

Any student who desires to change his/her programme of study may be permitted to do so

under the following conditions.

A vacancy exists in the course of study which he/she seeks a change

He/she satisfies all entry requirements for admission into the desired course of study at the

time the change is sought;

She/he has earned a minimum CGPA of 3.00

iv. Such change of course of study shall be subject to approval by the Senate

Inter/Intra-faculty Transfer

Students currently registered in any programme of the University in a session and have a

minimum CGPA of 3.00 may apply for transfer to another Department or Faculty, but all the

conditions in 8.1 above shall apply.

A student seeking to transfer shall complete the University Transfer Form and submit same to

the Head of the Department from which the student is seeking transfer. All applications for

transfer are subject to recommendation of the Board of the Faculty to which the student is

seeking transfer. Approval of such transfers shall be obtained from Senate.

Transfer From other Institutions

Students currently registered in any full-time programme in other Universities may transfer to

Federal University, Dutsin-Ma at the beginning of new session, provided that they have a

CGPA of 3.00 in programmes being offered at the University.

Forms shall be used together with transcripts, in applying through the Registrar. Admission

shall be considered by Senate based upon the Registrar’s recommendation at least one (1)

month before the commencement of the Session. There shall also be an attestation that

applicant was not dismissed for misconduct from other Universities.

Transfer of Credit Units from other Institutions

Student transferring from other recognized Universities may be credited with units for

courses successfully completed and which satisfy the course requirements of the programme

for which the student is registered at the University. The units and grade point awarded shall

be placed in the appropriate level in the degree programme. A transfer student shall not

normally be credited with more than 65 units for courses taken in other Universities.

FACULTY

OF

AGRICULTURE

&

AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL PRODUCTION AND HEALTH

COURSE CONTENT AND SYNOPSIS

Note: Students are required to choose only one elective course per semester where applicable

COURSE CONTENT

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 GST111 Communication in English I 2 Core

2 GST121 Nigerian Peoples, Culture and Anti-Cultism/Social Vices 2 Core

3 CHM101 Introduction to General Chemistry 2 Core

4 CHM111 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry 2 Core

5 CHM161 First Year Practical Chemistry I 1 Core

6 MTH111 ELEMENTARY MATHEMATICS 1 3 Core

7 PHY111 General Physics I 2 Core

8 PHY121 Experimental Physics I 1 Core

9 BIO111 General Biology I 3 Core

10 BIO121 First Year Practical Biology I 1 Core

11 GST131 Introduction to Computer Studies 2 Core

TOTAL 21

100L Second Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 GST112 Communication in English II 2 Core

2 GST122 Use Of Library, Study Skills & Information Communication Technology 2 Core

3 GST132 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2 Core

4 CHM122 Introduction to Physical Chemistry 2 Core

5 CHM132 Introduction to Organic Chemistry 2 Core

6 CHM162 First Year Practical Chemistry II 1 Core

7 MTH112 Elementary Mathematics III 3 Core

8 PHY112 General Physics II 2 Core

9 PHY122 Experimental Physics II 1 Core

10 BIO112 General Biology II 3 Core

11 BIO122 First Year Practical Biology II 1 Core

TOTAL 21

200L First Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 AEE211 Principles of Agricultural Economics 2 Core

2 AGR211 Climatology & Biogeography 3 Core

3 AGR221 General Agriculture 3 Core

4 APH211 Anatomy & Physiology of Farm Animals 2 Core

5 APH221 Principles of Animal Production 2 Core

6 CPP211 Crop Anatomy, Taxonomy & Physiology 2 Core

7 CPP221 Introduction to Biotechnology 2 Core

8 GST211 History and Philosophy of Science 2 Core

9 GST221 Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution 2 Core

10 AGR231 Farm Practice I 1 Core

TOTAL 21

2ooL Second Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 AGR212 Introduction to Statistics 2 Core

2 AGR222 Principles of Soil Science 2 Core

3 APH212 Introduction to Agricultural Biochemistry 2 Core

4 CPP212 Principles of Crop Production 2 Core

5 FIS212 Introduction to Fisheries and Wild Life 2 Core

6 FOW202 Introduction to Forest Resources 2 Core

7 FST212 Principles of Food Science and Technology 2 Core

8 FST222 Introduction to Home Economics 2 Core

9 AGR232 Farm Practice II 1 Core

10 GST212 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Studies 2 Core

15 APH222 Principles of Animal Health 2 Core

13 GST222 Communication in French 2 Core/Optional

14 GST232 Communication in Arabic 2 Core/Optional

11 AEE212 Introduction to Agricultural Marketing and Pricing 2 Elective

12 CPP222 Introduction to weed Science 2 Elective

TOTAL 23

300L First Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 AEE311 Introduction to Agriculture Extension and Rural Sociology 2 Core

2 AEE321 Introduction to Farm Management and Production Economics 2 Core

3 AGR311 Introduction to Soil Pedology and Physics 2 Core

4 AGR321 Introduction to Farm Machinery 2 Core

5 AGR331 Application of Computer to Agriculture Production 3 Core

6 APH311 Non-Ruminant Animal Production 2 Core

7 CPP311 Arable Crop Production 2 Core

8 CPP321 Crop Genetics and Breeding 2 Core

9 CPP331 Farming System 2 Core

10 GST311 Introduction to Entrepreneurship Skills 2 Core

TOTAL 21

300L Second Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 AEE332 Extension, Teaching, Learning Process and Methods 2 Core

2 AGR312 Soil Chemistry and Microbiology 2 Core

3 AGR322 Statistic and Data Processing 2 Core

4 APH312 Ruminant Animal Production 2 Core

5 APH322 Animal Genetics and Breeding 2 Core

6 CPP312 Permanent Crop Production 2 Core

7 CPP322 Principles of Crop Protection 2 Core

8 APH332 Agricultural Biochemistry 2 Core

TOTAL 16

400L First Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 AEE411 Farm Management, Farm Records, Farm Account and Agribusiness Practice 2 Core

2 AEE421 Extension Practice 2 Core

3 AGR411 Soil Fertility, Soil and Water Management 2 Core

4 AGR421 Farm Design, Farm Survey and Land Use Planing 2 Core

5 AGR431 Workshop Practices 2 Core

6 AGR441 Farm Mechanization Practice and Equipment Maintenance 2 Core

7 AGR451 Agricultural Meteorology 2 Core

8 AGR461 Report Writing 3 Core

9 APH411 Animal Husbandry Techniques (Cattle,Sheep,Goat,Poultry,Pigs,Rabbits and Camel) 3 Core

TOTAL 20

400L Second Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 APH412 Animal Health Management 2 Core

2 CPP412 Crop Production Techniques (Permanent,Arable and Horticultural Crop) 4 Core

3 CPP422 Crop Production Techniques (Permanent, Arable and Horticultural Crops) 4 Core

4 CPP432 Agricultural Product processing and Storage 2 Core

5 APH472 SIWES 6 Core

TOTAL 18

500L First Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 APH511 Poultry, Swine and Rabbit Production 2 Core

2 APH521 Beef and Dairy Cattle Production 2 Core

3 APH531 Monogastric Animal Nutrition 2 Core

4 APH541 Reproductive Physiology and Artificial Insemination 2 Core

5 APH551 Nigerian Feeds and Feeding Stuffs 2 Core

6 APH561 Animal Experimentation and Research Techniques 2 Core

7 APH571 Pasture and Range Management 2 Core

8 APH581 General Veterinary Procedure 2 Core

9 APH591 Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2 Core

10 APH501 Seminar 1 Core

TOTAL 19

500L Second Semester

S/N Course Code Course Title

Credit Unit Category

1 AEE512 Agric-Business Management and Finance 2 Core

2 APH512 Applied Animal Breeding 2 Core

3 APH522 Sheep and Goat 2 Core

4 APH532 Ruminant Animal Nutrition 2 Core

5 APH542 Animal Production Handling Processing 2 Core

6 APH552 Animal Health and Diseases 2 Core

7 APH562 Livestock Economics 2 Core

8 APH572 Project 4 Core

9 AEE592 Principles of Cooperative Practice 2 Elective

10 FOW542 Wildlife Management and Utilization 2 Elective

TOTAL 20

Level 100L 200L 300L 400L 500L Total

Category Core Elective Core Elective Core Elective Core Elective Core Elective Core Elective

1st Sem. 21 21 21 20 19 102

2nd Sem. 21 23 16 18 18 2 96 2

Total 42 44 37 38 39 200

That student are to register minimum of 18 credits units and maximum of 24 credit units per

semester, except for 400 level which is the practical year.

200 LEVEL

FIRST SEMESTER

AEE 211: PRINCIPLES OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS (CORE COURSE,2

CREDIT UNITS)

The nature of economics and economic problems, scope and method, price theory and

functions of the market with particular reference to agriculture. The concept of opportunity

cost, supply and demand and their application to agricultural problems. Production functions,

cost analysis and functions. Concept of elasticity. Types of markets, perfect competition,

monopoly, oligopoly etc. price theory and some application. Theory of distribution, the

components of agriculture in national income. resource allocation of farms. Aggregate

income. Expenditure, investment, interest rate, savings, employment. Inflation; international

trade, commodity arrangements and balance of payments. Money and banking.

AGR 211: AGRIC CLIMATOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY (CORE COURSE, 3

CREDIT UNITS)

The principles, aims and scope of climatology and biogeography. The elements and control

of climate and weather and the dynamics of the earth’s atmosphere. Radiation and heating of

the atmospheric systems. Atmospheric moistures, the dynamics of pressure and wind

systems. Condensation and precipitation process. Seasonal variation in temperature, day

length, radiation, rainfall and evapotranspiration. Equipment and maintenance of standard

meteorological stations. The tropical climate relation between agriculture and climate with

reference to crops, livestock, irrigation, pests and diseases.

AGR221: GENERAL AGRICULTURE (CORE COURSE 3 CREDIT UNITS)

The definition of Agriculture, World population and food supply. History ,scope and

importance of agriculture to Man. Agriculture and natural environment characteristics

features of tropical Agriculture and how they affect production land use arid tenure. Trends in

the production, distribution and utilization of agricultural products. Measures of improving

Nigerian Agriculture, Climatic edaphic and social factors in relation to crop production and

distributions in Nigeria. Systems of crop farming, types, distribution and significance of

animal farming. Place of forestry, fish farming and wildlife in Agriculture.

APH 211:ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY OF FARM ANIMALS (CORE COURSE,

2 CREDIT UNITS)

Parts of the beef and diary cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, rabbits and poultry. Fundamentals of

biology. Anatomy and physiology of the cell, cell types. Anatomy and Physiology of cell

animal tissues, nervous system, skeletal system, muscle, bone, circulatory system,

reproductive, digestive, special senses and other systems of farm animals. Physiological

functions of animals’ homeostasis, nutrition and digestion, respiration. Temperature

regulation, excretion and reproduction. Endocrinology. The blood and circulation. Lactation,

milk let down and egg production. Water balance.

APH 221: PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL PRODUCTION (CORE COURSE, 2 CREDIT

UNITS)

Animal production and its development. The livestock industry, problems and prospects.

Description of breeds of cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry and rabbits. Systems of livestock

production. Feeding habits of farm animals. Principles of breeding and livestock judging.

General principles of management of different types of farm animals. Principles of breeding

and livestock judging. General. principles of management of different types of farm animals.

CPP 211: CROP ANATOMY, TAXONOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (CORE COURSE, 2

CREDIT UNITS)

Parts of the crop cell types. Introduction to plant taxonomy Characteristics, distribution,

economic importance and local examples of leguminoseae, gramineae, compositae

discoreacease, rutacease. Development of cell and tissues; use of the plant keys. Cell biology,

cell and cell type. Comparative Anatomy of major plant organs. Enzymes Photosynthesis and

translocation, pollination, respiration and energy utilization; seed dormancy and germination

and development. Mineral nutrition.

CPP 221:INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY (CORE COURSE, 2 CREDIT

UNITS)

History, Applications; Medicine, Pharmaceutical products, Genetic testing. Controversial

questions, Human Genome Project, Cloning, Agriculture, Crop yield,Reduced vulnerability

of crops to environmental stresses,Increased nutritional qualities,Improved taste, texture or

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appearance of food, Reduced dependence on fertilizers, pesticides and other agrochemicals,

Production of novel substances in crop plants, Animal biotechnology, Criticism, Biological

engineering, Bioremediation and biodegradation, Bioremediation and biodegradation,

Biotechnology regulations.

AGR 231: FARM PRACTICE (1 CREDIT UNITS)

Construction and laying out of seed beds for irrigated vegetable gardening to be maintained

by students from planting to harvesting. General nursery operations seed collection, nursery

development, seedling production, cultural practices in the nursery etc. Identification of some

soil components and soil management practices. Examination of selected food crops stored

under different conditions for microbial spoilage. Processing of fruits and vegetable and pilot

scale demonstration and processing of flour and flour blend from various cereals and

legumes, wheat and processing of meat using spices etc. Participation in rain-fed farming,

field layout, planting/sowing. Harvesting and processing of farm produce. Costing of farm

inputs and outputs, participation in extension activities eg. MTRM, FNTs, T & V extension

and field days. Introduction of participatory Rural Appraisal (PPA) tools and methodology.

GST 211: HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE (2 CREDIT UNITS)

Man – his origin and nature, man and his cosmic environment, scientific methodology,

science and technology in the society and service of man, renewable and non-renewable

resources – man and his energy resources, environmental effects of chemical plastics,

textiles, wastes and other material, chemical and radiochemical hazards, introduction to the

various areas of science and technology, elements of environmental studies.

GST 221: PEACE STUDIES AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION (2 CREDIT UNITS)

Basic concepts in peace studies and conflict resolution, peace as vehicle of unity and

development, conflict issues, types of conflict, e.g. ethnic/religious/political/economic

conflicts, root causes of conflicts and violence in Africa, indigene/settler phenomenon, peace

– building, management of conflict and security, elements of peace studies and conflict

resolution, developing a culture of peace, peace mediation and peace-keeping, alternative

dispute resolution (ADR). Dialogue/arbitration in conflict resolutions, role of international

organizations in conflict resolution, e.g. ECOWAS, African Union, United Nations, etc.

SECOND SEMETER

AEE 222: INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL MARKETING AND PRICES

(ELECTIVE, 2 CREDIT UNITS)

Market and market prices. Relation of marketing to economics development. Marketing

functions and marketing agencies (institutions). Marketing channels, Margin and efficiency.

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Grain, fruits, vegetables, roots, cotton and livestock marketing. Marketing of inputs. The role

of agricultural cooperatives and the role of government in marketing. Problems of marketing.

Special features of agricultural products. Study approaches to marketing; marketing structure,

conduct and performance.

AGR 212: INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS (CORE COURSE, 2 CREDIT UNITS)

Role of statistics in social sciences. Collection, classification, tabulation and representation of

data. Measures of central tendency and dispersion. Probability distributions. Various tests of

significances. Analysis of variance and covariance. Regression and correlation. Role of

statistics in biological sciences. Significance, principles and classification of experimental

design. Sources of variation in field experiments. Size, shape and arrangement of plots.

AGR 222: PRINCIPLES OF SOILSCIENCE (CORE COURSE, 2 CREDIT UNITS)

Soils, their origin and formation, Physical properties of soil. Soil moisture, air and

temperature. Soil classification and survey, soil colloids, soil reactions. Soil organic matter

and organisms, soil and water conservation, nutrients requirement and mineral nutrition of

plants. Introduction to fertilizer.

APH 212: INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURAL BIOCHEMISTRY(CORE

COURSE, 2 CREDIT UNITS)

Chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. Vitamins and their co-enzyme

functions. Minerals. The nature, classification and functions of enzymes and hormones.

APH 222: PRINCIPLES OF ANIMAL HEALTH (CORE COURSE, 2 CREDITS

UNITS)

Basic principles of Animal health management and hygiene. Signs of health in animals,

Housing and protection from adverse weather in relation to animal health. Disease problems

in relation to systems of management (Extensive, Intensive and semi intensive systems).

Public health problems as related to collection, storage and marketing of livestock and

poultry products. Vaccination and deworming methods in farm animals. Use of foot-baths,

cattle dip and spray methods.

CPP 212: PRINCIPLE OF CROP PRODUCTION (CORE COURSE, 2 CREDITS

UNITS)

Crop production and its development. The principles, problems and prospects of crop

production. Importance of crop rotation, cultural practices; water and soil conservation,

irrigation and drainage. General types and characteristics of arthropods, microorganisms and

other pests affecting crops. Weeds and their effects on crop production, pests, diseases and

weed control Basic Mendelian genetics. Principles of crop production, harvesting, processing

and storage.

CPP 222: INTRODUCTION TO WEED SCIENCE (ELECTIVE, 2 CREDIT UNITS)

Definition of weeds; Characteristics of weeds; Economic importance of weeds; Dormancy in

weeds; Propagation of weeds; Classification of weeds based on habitat, life cycle,

morphology, mode of nutrition, physiology and scientific classification. Identification of

common types of weeds, Weed management; Prevention, control and eradication; Weed crop

interactions including interference, competition and allelopathy, Weed control methods,

Herbicides application and their uses in crop protection

FIS 212: INTRODUCTION TO FISHERIES AND WILDLIFE (CORE COURSE, 2

CREDITS UNITS)

The important fishes and wildlife of West Africa with emphasis on Nigerian species.

Classification, evolution, morphology and basic structures of fishes. The adaptation of fishes

to aquatic life. Lifecycles of principal species of fishes and wildlife. Significance of fishes

and wildlife in the life of Nigerians. The fish and wildlife industries in Nigeria. Fundamental

principles of fish and wildlife management and production.

FOW 212: INTRODUCTION TO FORESTRY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (CORE

COURSE, 2 CREDIT UNITS)

Renewable natural resources, availability, distribution and problems.The important forest

trees and wildlife (with emphasis on Nigerian species). Classification, morphology and

distribution of important forest trees. Forest and game reserved in Nigeria. Silviculture;

Aforestation. Characteristics of major timber and their uses. Felling and log transportation.

FST 212: INTRODUCTION TO FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (CORE

COURSE 2 CREDITS UNITS)

Definition and scope of food science and technology. Food distribution and marketing