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Study Computer Science & Engineering in Nigeria

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

  • 99 programmes
  • 34 institutions
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  1. Bachelor

    Computer Science, BSc

    Nasarawa State University Keffi 🇳🇬 Keffi Nasarawa State, Nigeria

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  3. Other programmes

    Computer Science

    Akwa Ibom State University of Technology 🇳🇬 Uyo, Nigeria

  4. Master

    Computer Science, Msc

    University of Nigeria, Nsukka 🇳🇬 Nsukka, Enugu, Nigeria

  5. Other programmes

    Computer Engineering

    University of Maiduguri 🇳🇬 Maiduguri, Nigeria

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  7. Bachelor

    B.Sc. Computer Science

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

  8. Master

    M.Sc Computer Science (18 months)

    Covenant University 🇳🇬 Ota, Ogun State,Nigeria, Nigeria

  9. Other programmes

    Computer Science - ND

    Moshood Abiola Polytechnic 🇳🇬 Ojere, Abeokuta Ogun State, Nigeria

  10. Undergraduate

    Computer Science (Undergraduate)

    University of Portharcourt 🇳🇬 Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Study Computer Science & Engineering in Nigeria – facts and figures

In Nigeria, 34 universities and colleges offer 99 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 38 Bachelor, 8 Master and 8 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Ikeja, Gombe, Port Harcourt and Bauchi. Institutions with the widest choice: Babcock University (BU), Gombe State University (GSU) and University of Portharcourt.

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 99 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 34 institutions in Nigeria. Popular cities include Ikeja, Gombe and Port Harcourt.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in Nigeria?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Babcock University (BU), Gombe State University (GSU), University of Portharcourt, National Open University of Nigeria and Lead City University, Ibadan.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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