The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has officially announced the commencement of the Change of Degree Program for the 2024/2025 academic session. This initiative provides an opportunity for students who wish to switch from their current programs to other courses within the university, subject to availability and eligibility.
Vacancies
- Medicine ———————————————————–0
- Pharmacy———————————————————–0
- Dentistry————————————————————0
- Law—————————————————————–40
- Medical Laboratory Science———————————– 50
- Medical Radiology and Radiological Sciences————– 50
- Nursing Sciences————————————————- 50
- Nursing Sciences————————————————- 50
- Nutrition and Dietetics—————————————— 10
- Computer Science———————————————— 50
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Change of Degree Program, students must meet the following requirements:
- Academic Standing: Applicants must have completed at least one academic session in their current program and possess a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) as stipulated by the desired department.
- Prerequisite Courses: Students must have passed the prerequisite courses required for the new program of interest.
- Compliance with Admission Requirements: The candidate must meet the original UTME/Direct Entry requirements for the new program, including subject combinations and cutoff marks.
Application Process
Interested candidates should visit the University of Nigeria website edu.ngor portal http://unnportal.edu.ng, log in your Registration number to generate and download a unique payment invoice. Take the invoice to any Bank on the e-transact:
With the Payment Invoice, the candidate is requested to pay ₦150,000.00 (One Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira) only, application processing fee. Ensure that the Invoice number is keyed in appropriately at the Bank and obtain a confirmation slip containing your Confirmation number and Invoice number.
To complete the Change of Degree Form online, candidates should follow the steps below;
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Interested students are to visit the university’s official portal to access the Change of Degree application form.
- Log in your Registration number, the Confirmation number and Invoice number.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill out the online application form accurately, providing all required information, including the current program, desired program, and justification for the change.
- Submit Supporting Documents:
- Attach relevant academic transcripts, evidence of payment, and other required documents to the application.
- Submit the Application:
- Ensure the form is submitted not later than one month from the beginning of the new session.
- Candidates who fail to register within the stipulated period or complete their forms online will not be processed while any extraneous payment will nullify the application
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by the respective departments and the Admissions Office. Key factors considered include the applicant’s academic performance, the availability of space in the desired program, and the fulfillment of all eligibility criteria.
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Monday, January 13, 2025.
- Application Deadline: Friday, February 14, 2025.
Terms and Conditions
- Approved changes are final, and students must commit fully to their new programs.
- Students who switch programs will be required to complete all course requirements for their new degree, including any additional coursework.
- The Change of Degree process does not exempt students from maintaining the university’s academic and disciplinary standards.
Management’s Message
The university administration encourages students considering a program change to carefully evaluate their decisions and seek academic counseling where necessary. The Registrar, in a statement, remarked, “The Change of Degree Program is designed to align students’ academic pursuits with their career aspirations and strengths. We urge students to take advantage of this opportunity responsibly.”
Conclusion
The Change of Degree Program at UNN offers students the flexibility to tailor their academic journeys to better suit their interests and career goals. Students are advised to adhere strictly to the application guidelines and deadlines to ensure a smooth and successful process.
