UNICROSS Receives NUC Approval for 17 New Programmes

A new era of academic exploration is on the horizon at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). The National Universities Commission (NUC) has greenlit the commencement of seventeen new programmes at the institution, marking a significant milestone in UNICROSS’s journey to becoming a leader in multidisciplinary education.

Institution	University of Cross River State (UNICROSS)
Authority	National Universities Commission (NUC)
Approval	UNICROSS has received NUC approval to commence 17 new academic programmes from the next academic session
Programmes	New programmes cover diverse fields, including Broadcasting, Journalism, Marketing, Microbiology, Software Engineering, Economics, and more
Resource Verification	The approval follows a resource verification visit to the University by the NUC in April this year
Vice-Chancellor’s Announcement	The Vice Chancellor of UNICROSS, Prof. Augustine Angba, made the announcement during the 111th regular meeting of the University’s Senate
Ranking	UNICROSS has recently been ranked as the 7th best university in Nigeria and 37th in Africa, among 51 universities in Sub Saharan Africa
Commencement	The approved programmes are scheduled to start in the next academic session

Pioneering Development: The NUC’s Approval

The NUC’s endorsement was announced by the Vice-Chancellor of UNICROSS, Prof. Augustine Angba, during the University’s 111th regular Senate meeting. This approval followed the NUC’s Resource Verification visit to the University in April earlier this year. Such an accolade affirms the University’s unwavering commitment to providing high-quality education to its students and reflects its efforts in ensuring adequate resources for academic advancement.

A Suite of New Programmes: Diverse and Cutting-edge

The newly approved programmes encompass a wide range of disciplines, expanding the institution’s educational landscape and further fostering an environment of academic diversity. The seventeen programmes include:

1. Broadcasting
2. Journalism and Media Studies
3. Marketing
4. Animal and Environmental Biology
5. Plant Science
6. Microbiology
7. Library and Information Science
8. Human Kinetics
9. Information Systems
10. Peace Studies
11. Sociology
12. Entrepreneurship
13. Banking and Finance
14. Software Engineering
15. Early Childhood Education
16. Economics
17. Industrial Chemistry

These newly approved disciplines further enrich UNICROSS’s academic portfolio, ensuring students have access to a diverse range of courses that align with the evolving demands of the global job market.

Onward and Upward: Scheduled Commencement

As per the University’s plans, these seventeen newly approved programmes are scheduled to commence in the upcoming academic session, signifying an exciting new chapter for both existing and prospective students.

Recent Achievements: UNICROSS in the Spotlight

The NUC approval is just another feather in the cap for UNICROSS, following its recent impressive ranking by Times Higher Education. Recognised as the 7th best university in Nigeria and 37th in Africa among 51 universities ranked in Sub-Saharan Africa, UNICROSS continues to pave its way in academic excellence, setting an exemplary standard for other institutions in the region.

UNICROSS: A Vision for Excellence

As it stands poised to commence these seventeen new programmes, UNICROSS demonstrates its commitment to continually expand its academic horizons and offer innovative, comprehensive education. This latest accomplishment reflects the University’s determination to evolve alongside the shifting paradigms of education and prepare its students for a future full of opportunities and challenges. By doing so, UNICROSS is not only fostering an environment conducive to learning but is also playing a significant role in shaping the leaders of tomorrow.