Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) Degree Admission Requirements for 2024/2025 Academic Session

December 14, 2023

This is to inform the public about the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) State Degree Admission Requirements for the 2024/2025 Academic Session. Details about the academic calendar are given below.

FUTO Undergraduate Admission Requirements 2024/2025

The Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) State has released its Undergraduate Admission Requirements for its 2024/2025 Acamedic Session. All undergraduate 100-level (UTME) Candidates looking for Admission into the institution mentioned earlier are to ensure they note the admission requirements below.

FUTO Full-Time Undergraduate Admission Requirements

The admission requirements into the undergraduate programmes of the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) State shall be as follows:

Here, you’ll get information about the admission criteria for studying a Maranatha University course via all possible means. The means one can gain entry to study a Full-Time Undergraduate degree include;

JAMB
Pre-Degre/Remedial
Direct-Entry
- JUPEB
- IJMB
Inter-University Transfer
Intra-University Transfer

Now let’s head over to give detailed requirements of each of the above means.

Note: Not all the above-stated means can be used to get admission to study a Full-Time programme at the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO).

So, prospective candidates must read all the details below to know which means of entry is accepted at the Federal University of Technology Owerri.

FUTO JAMB Admission Requirements

Candidates who chose the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, as their First Choice University in the 2024/25 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) are now invited to the Screening Exercise. The following conditions apply:

UTME candidates must have scored a minimum of 160 in their UTME
Those who did not choose FUTO as their First Choice University but scored a minimum of 160 can also apply on the condition that they visit the JAMB website for a change of Institution to FUTO as their First Choice University.

Is it Called Remedial or Pre-Degree in UAES?

At the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), it is called a pre-degree program. The pre-degree program is a one-year program that prepares students to sit for JAMB and qualifying examination conducted annually.

A successful candidate in both studies is automatically qualified for admission into the 100 level of UAES.

Pre-Degree to Undergraduate Admission Requirements

Candidates pursuing the FUTO Pre-Degree Programme should have a normal University entry requirement at the O’ Level SSCE/NECO or other equivalent examinations.

All Pre-Degree Programme candidates must have at least 5 O’Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Agricultural Science in at least 2 sittings.

Eligible candidates are selected for admission via an entrance examination and certificate screening.

Candidates are to ensure they meet the required minimum final Pre-Degree exam cut-off marks for admission to the programme of their choice.

Open this link for official details about the University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES) Pre-Degree Admission Requirements.

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to contact the Federal University of Technology Owerri for admission to the programme of their choice through the Pre-Degree/Remedial means.

Direct-Entry Admission Requirements

Direct Entry candidates must be holders of OND/HND/First Degree and A‘Level in relevant disciplines and subjects.

Do EKSU Offer JUPEB or IJMB Programme?

The advanced level programme candidates can apply for at the Federal University of Technology Owerri is JUPEB.

After an approved examination administered by the Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB), successful candidates are eligible for consideration for Direct Entry Admission into the undergraduate degree programmes of the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) or any other University in Nigeria.

JUPEB to Undergraduate Degree Admission Requirements

The one-year FUTO-JUPEB FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAMME prepares candidates for Direct Entry Admission into FUTO and other Nigerian and Foreign Institutions.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION:

Candidates must possess five (5) O’ Level Credit passes in SSCE/NECO/NABTEB at not more than two (2) sittings in relevant subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Agricultural Science, Geography, Economics, and Computer Studies.

FUTO JUPEB SUBJECTS: Biology (B), Mathematics (M), Chemistry (C), Physics (P).

For more inquiries about the UAES JUPEB Admission Requirements, visit the official page via this link.

IJMB to Undergraduate Degree Admission Requirements

On checking the website of the Federal University of Technology Owerri, unfortunately, there are no details about available IJMB to Undergraduate Degree options for admission into Full-Time undergraduate degree programmes. Despite that, I don’t need to include any admission requirements in this section.

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to contact the Federal University of Technology Owerri for admission to the programme of their choice through the IJMB Direct-Entry means.

Inter-University Transfer Undergraduate Admission Criteria

On checking the website of the Federal University of Technology Owerri, unfortunately, there are no details about available Inter-University transfer options for admission into Full-Time undergraduate degree programmes. Despite that, I don’t need to include any admission requirements in this section.

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to contact the Federal University of Technology Owerri for admission to the programme of their choice through the Inter-University transfer means.

Intra-University Transfer Undergraduate Admission Criteria

On checking the website of the Federal University of Technology Owerri, unfortunately, there are no details about available Intra-University transfer options for admission into Full-Time undergraduate degree programmes. Despite that, I don’t need to include any admission requirements in this section.

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to contact the Federal University of Technology Owerri for admission to the programme of their choice through the intra-University transfer means.

FUTO Part-Time Degree Admission Requirements

This is for candidates seeking a part-time undergraduate degree with Wellspring University. However, the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) State Degree Admission requirement is the same as the Full-Time requirement.

Note: the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is excluded from a part-time degree.

Sandwich Degree Admission Requirements

On checking the website of the Federal University of Technology Owerri, unfortunately, there are no details about available Sandwich Undergraduate Degree Programmes open for admission. Despite that, I don’t need to include any admission requirements in this section.

However, prospective candidates can visit this page for more inquiries. It contains details of the FUTO Sandwich undergraduate degree admission requirements.

HND to Degree Top-Up Admission Requirements

Applicants must possess a minimum of five (5) O’Level subjects at credit level in relevant subjects in not more than two (2) sittings in the subjects pertinent to their proposed programme. English Language and Mathematics at credit level are compulsory for all candidates.

A minimum of a Third Class or Pass division or HND certificate from a recognized institution is required for the programme. Completion or exemption from the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Scheme

However, prospective candidates can visit this page for more inquiries. It contains details of the FUTO HND undergraduate degree top-up admission requirements.

FUTO Postgraduate Admission Requirements 2024/2025

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into various Postgraduate programmes of the University.

The postgraduate programmes are available in Diploma, Masters and Doctorate Degree Programmes for the 2024/2025 academic session under Regular, Part Time and Centre for Continuing Education (Weekend).

The University also offer Postgraduate programmes in the Institute of Women, Gender and Development Studies (IWoGDS). The Institute of Erosion Studies (IES) and the Public Procurement Research Centre (PPRC).

General Requirements:

All candidates must have credit passes at O’level, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry for all courses in Engineering.

Candidates must possess five credits for other courses, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology/Agricultural Science and two other relevant O’Level subjects.

FUTO Full-Time Postgraduate Admission Requirements

The admission requirements into the postgraduate programmes of the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) State shall be as follows:

Here, You’ll get information about the criteria for admission to study a Maranatha University course via all possible means. The means one can gain entry to study a Full-Time Postgraduate degree include;

Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate
Master’s Degree (M.Sc.)
M.SC IN OPTOMETRY
Doctoral Degree (PhD)

Now let’s head over to give detailed requirements of each of the above means.

Note: Not all the above-stated means can be used to get admission to study a Full-Time programme at the Federal University of Technology Owerri.

So, prospective candidates must read all the details below to know which means of entry is accepted at the Federal University of Technology Owerri.

Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate

i. All candidates must meet matriculation requirements, including O’level credit passes in English language and mathematics. And in any other related subjects as required by the Department.

ii. Holders of HND with credit or above in its relevant areas. Professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACA, FIST, FIMT, FMILT, and FNIST may also qualify for admission.

iii. Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from FUTO or any other recognized university with at least a third-class honours

iv. A good Bachelor’s Degree with at least second-class honours in other related disciplines.

Master’s Degree Programme

Candidates applying for the Master of Science (M.Sc), Master of Engineering (M.Eng), Master of Technology (M.Tech) and Master of Public Health (MPH) programmes must possess any of the following;

In addition to O’Level Credit Passes in English Language and Mathematics and satisfying the basic matriculation requirements of the Department/Institute:

i) A Bachelor’s degree with at least a Second Class Honours (Lower Division) qualification in the related area from FUTO or any other recognized University.

ii) A bachelor’s degree from a recognized University plus a PGD of not less than 2.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale and a 2.50 CGPA on a 4-point scale in the relevant area.

However, for M.Sc in Financial Management Technology and Management Technology, candidates must possess O’Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics and any two subjects from Physics, Biology, Agricultural Science, and Geography.

M.SC IN OPTOMETRY

Candidates applying for the Master of Science (M.Sc) in Optometry programme must possess any of the following;

In addition to O’Level Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry.

i) A Doctor of Optometry (O.D) degree with a minimum of 2.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale or 2.00 CGPA on a 4-point scale in the related area from FUTO or any other recognized University.

ii) Completion of the one-year internship programme and NYSC programme.

Doctoral Degree (PhD) Programme

Candidates applying for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Optometry programme with options in Clinical Optometry, Vision Science and Ocular Health must possess the following;

In addition to O’level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and
Chemistry.

A master of Science (M.Sc) degree from any recognized University within or outside Nigeria with a CGPA of 2.50. And above on a 4.00 scale and 3.50 and above on a 5.00 scale for options in Clinical Optometry, Vision Science and Ocular Health, respectively.

Completion of a one-year internship programme and NYSC programme.

Meet other requirements of the Postgraduate School of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri.

However, prospective candidates can visit this page for more inquiries. It contains details of the University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES) Postgraduate degree admission requirements.

FUTO Part-Time Postgraduate Degree Admission Requirements