UNIBEN Departmental Transfer Application – Open Now for 2023/2024

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) Inter-Faculty/ Departmental Transfer process is a fantastic opportunity for both full-time and part-time students who wish to explore different academic disciplines within the university. If you’re considering a shift in your academic journey, here’s what you need to know about the upcoming transfer period for the 2023/2024 academic year.

Key Details of the Transfer Process

Application Opening Date

Mark your calendar: the application process begins on Friday, 12th April 2024.

Application Fee

There is a non-refundable fee of N60,000.00 (Sixty Thousand Naira) associated with the application. This fee ensures that all processed transfers are handled with the utmost care and efficiency.

How to Apply

1. Payment Method: Pay the application fee through REMITA online. After payment, take your Remita printout to the Bursary (Investment Department) to convert it into an official UNIBEN receipt.
2. Form Download: With your receipt, proceed to the University of Benin Website to download your application form.
3. Submission of Documents: Attach the original UNIBEN receipt, a photocopy of your O’Level Certificate/Statements of Result, and a Passport Photograph (Red Background) to your duly completed application form. Submit the completed form to the Exams and Records Division, Ugbowo Campus (Room 25) or Exams and Records office, Ekehuan Campus (Former Staff Club Building) depending on your campus.

Important Notes

• Inquiry Before Payment: It is crucial to make proper inquiries before making payments, as the fees are non-refundable.
• Submission Locations: Completed forms should only be submitted at the specified Exams and Records offices and not taken to any Faculty/School or Department.

Available Transfer Spaces

Faculty Availability

Transfers are possible into most faculties, depending on the availability of spaces. Here are some key faculties and their transfer policies:

• Agriculture, Arts, Education, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Life Sciences, Management Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, Veterinary Medicine: Transfer is possible across all departments.
• School of Basic Medical Sciences: Transfer is open to departments like Anatomy, Medical Biochemistry, Nursing Science, Physiology, and Physiotherapy.
• Restrictions: No transfers are allowed into Dentistry, Law, Medicine, or Pharmacy.

Eligibility for Engineering Students

Students wishing to transfer into the Faculty of Engineering must have completed the 100 level in their present faculty.

Why Consider a Transfer?

Transferring departments can open up new academic and career opportunities, matching your evolving interests and career aspirations. Whether you are looking to shift towards a more promising field or simply want to realign your studies with your passions, UNIBEN’s transfer programme is designed to facilitate this significant change.

Ensure you meet all the stated requirements and submit your application within the specified timeline. By moving to a field that better suits your interests and skills, you enhance your chances of academic and professional success.

For any further enquiries, do not hesitate to contact the university through the designated channels. This is your chance to reshape your educational path and achieve your academic goals at UNIBEN.