2024 UNN Sandwich Programmes: Entry Requirements & Application Guide

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), in collaboration with Alvan-Ikoku College of Education, Owerri, and Nwafor-Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe, has officially opened its doors for applications into its esteemed Sandwich Degree Programmes for the 2024 academic session. This opportunity is designed for suitably qualified candidates eager to advance their education and career prospects through flexible learning schedules.

Explore the Sandwich Degree Programmes

A. SANDWICH DEGREE COURSES (5 YEARS) AND (4 YEARS) RESPECTIVELY

1. B.Ed. Adult Education/Administration
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
2. B.Ed. Adult Education/Comm. Development
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
3. B.Ed. Adult Education/Literacy
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
4. B.Ed. Guidance and Counseling
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
5. B.Ed. Special Ed/Economics
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
6. B.Ed. Special Ed/Igbo
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
7. B.Ed. Special Ed/History
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
8. B.Ed. Special Ed/English
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
9. B.Ed. Special Ed/Social Studies
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
10. B.Ed. Primary Education
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
11. B.Ed. Early Childhood Education
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
12. B.A. (Ed.) Education/English
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
13. B.A. (Ed.) Education/Creative Arts
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
14. B.A. (Ed.) Education/French
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
15. B.A. (Ed.) Education/Music
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
16. B.A. (Ed.) Education/History
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
17. B.A. (Ed.) Education/Igbo/Linguistics
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
18. B.A. (Ed.) Education/Religion
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
19. B.A. (Ed.) Education/Fine and Applied Arts
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
20. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Pol Science
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
21. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Biology
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
22. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Chemistry
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
23. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Mathematics
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
24. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Physics
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
25. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Geography
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
26. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Economics
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
27. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Statistics
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
28. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Social Studies
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
29. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Integrated Science
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
30. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Physical Educ. & Recreation
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
31. B.Sc. (Ed.) Education/Health Education
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
32. B.LIS (Ed.) Library and Information Science
    • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
    • Specializations: Political Science, English, Economics, Fine and Applied Arts, Botany, and Biology

VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION

1. B.Sc. (Ed.) Agricultural Education
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
2. B.Sc. (Ed.) Business Education
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
3. B.Sc. (Ed.) Computer and Robotics Education
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
4. B.Sc. (Ed.) Home Economics and Hospitality Management Education
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe
5. B.Sc. (Ed.) Industrial Technical Education
   • Locations: Nsukka, Owerri, and Nsugbe

OTHER DEGREE PROGRAMMES

1. Combined B.Sc. Degree in Computer Science/Statistics
   • Locations: Nsukka
2. B.Sc. Public Administration & Local Government
   • Locations: Nsukka

Entry Requirements and Duration

4-Year Degree Programmes

The University of Nigeria offers a 4-Year Sandwich Degree Programme tailored for NCE and National Diploma holders.

Admission Requirements:

• Candidates must have achieved at least a Merit in NCE in the relevant field from a recognized Nigerian higher institution.
• Additionally, candidates must have obtained a minimum of five (5) credit-level passes in O’ level examinations, including Mathematics and English Language, or their equivalents, within no more than two sittings.

OR

• Candidates must have achieved at least a Merit in National Diploma from a recognized higher institution.
• Similar to the first requirement, candidates must also meet the aforementioned O’ level requirements.

5-Year Degree Sandwich Programme

The University also provides a 5-Year Sandwich Degree Programme for holders of qualifications such as WASCE/GCE/NECO, NABTEB, Teachers Grade II Certificate, NCE, and National Diploma.

Admission Requirements:

• Candidates must have passed NCE, in addition to securing a minimum of five (5) credits at O’ Level or their equivalents, acquired within no more than two sittings.

OR

• Candidates must possess five (5) credit passes at the SSCE O’ Level within no more than two sittings, including Mathematics and English, or any other subjects as stipulated by the respective programmes.

Application Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. JAMB Registration: Applicants should register through JAMB (State Office), selecting UNN as their first choice to facilitate JAMB’s capturing and registration process.
2. Payment of Processing Fee: After JAMB registration, visit the UNN portal to generate a “Sandwich Registration Invoice” and pay the processing fee of N5,000.00 (for the 4-year programme) or N10,000.00 (for the 5-year programme) via Remita.
3. Online Verification Form: Return to the UNN portal, complete the Verification Form online, print out the completed Registration Form, and submit it alongside academic credentials to the Sandwich and Evening Programmes Unit Office of the Registry Department.

Note: Candidates for the 5-Year Degree Programme will need to sit an aptitude test at the University.

Important Advisory

• The 2024 JAMB Sandwich forms are now available. Importantly, candidates are not required to sit for the JAMB examination for these programmes.
• Ensure payments are made through the official channels as mentioned above to avoid risk and misinformation.

Embarking on a Sandwich Degree Programme at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, represents a significant step towards achieving your academic and career goals with flexibility and quality education. For more enquiries, prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the Institute of Education at UNN or the Sandwich and Evening Programmes Unit Office of the Registry Department. This initiative opens up a new pathway to higher education, designed to accommodate your schedule and commitments, ensuring that every aspiring student has the opportunity to advance their education.