Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU) continues to stand out as one of Nigeria’s most practical and forward-thinking universities. The institution offers 64 fully NUC-accredited undergraduate programs across ten colleges. Each program emphasizes hands-on training and research relevant to Nigeria’s agricultural and economic needs. If you are preparing for JAMB or direct entry in 2026, this complete and updated list comes directly from the university portal as of December 2025.

College of Agricultural Economics, Rural Sociology and Extension

Agricultural Economics
Agribusiness Management
Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
Rural Sociology and Community Development

College of Animal Science and Animal Production

Animal Breeding and Genetics
Animal Nutrition and Biotechnology
Animal Production and Health Services

College of Applied Food Sciences and Tourism

Food Science and Technology
Home Economics
Hospitality Management and Tourism
Human Nutrition and Dietetics

College of Crop and Soil Sciences

Agronomy
Plant Breeding and Genetics
Plant Health Management
Soil Science and Meteorology

College of Engineering and Engineering Technology

Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering

College of Management Sciences

Accounting
Banking and Finance
Business Administration
Economics
Entrepreneurial Studies
Human Resource Management
Marketing

College of Natural Resources and Environmental Management

Environmental Management and Toxicology
Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management
Forestry and Environmental Management
Wildlife and Ecotourism Management

College of Natural Sciences

Biochemistry
Computer Science
Microbiology
Plant Science and Biotechnology
Zoology and Environmental Biology

College of Physical and Applied Sciences

Chemistry
Mathematics
Physics
Statistics

College of Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary Anatomy
Veterinary Medicine
Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology
Veterinary Pathology
Veterinary Physiology and Pharmacology
Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Veterinary Surgery and Theriogenology

Admission Requirements for 2026

You need a minimum JAMB score of 140, though most competitive courses require 180 and above. Medicine-related programs demand 220+. You must have five O’Level credits including English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science, and Physics in not more than two sittings. Direct entry applicants need at least Upper Credit in ND/HND or Merit in NCE, plus the JAMB Direct Entry form.

Fees remain student-friendly at ₦52,000–₦82,000 per session depending on indigene status and college. Acceptance fee for fresh students is ₦20,000. Scholarships and bursaries are available for indigenes and high performers.

MOUAU graduates dominate agricultural research institutes, agribusiness firms, and international organizations. The university boasts active farms, food processing labs, and veterinary teaching hospitals that give students real-world experience from day one.

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