The philosophy that guides this programme is the production of skilled manpower that is adequately trained and equipped with comprehensive knowledge required to be self-reliant in fish production. Such students are to be trained in an atmosphere with the widest possible human and material resources, through the adoption of effective techniques of instruction and exposure to the actual practice of fisheries management and aquaculture production. Consequently, there are opportunities for formal training at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels for the acquisition of basic and higher degrees, respectively. These training programmes are mounted through classroom instructions, laboratory and field practical demonstrations and Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES). The programme prepares the graduates to be self-reliant in fish production and can be employed in any fisheries establishments and other related industries.
Prerequisites
a) UTME Admission
Admission into the first year (100 level) of the programme is through JAMB. In order to be eligible for admission, candidates are expected to sit and pass the UTME. Candidate must possess five credit passes in WASCE or NECO or GCE (O/L) or equivalent at a maximum of two sittings in the following subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or any other relevant subject. At least a pass in Physics is required.
UTME Subjects: English Language, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science, Mathematics or Physics.
b) Direct Entry
Candidates seeking admission to 200 Level through Direct Entry must possess:
i) National Diploma with a minimum of Upper Credit or equivalent from FUTA UDS Program or recognized Polytechnics and Colleges of Technology in relevant disciplines (Agricultural Sciences), or
ii) GCE (A/L) or equivalent with passes in at least two of the following subjects: Chemistry, Biology and Physics.
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