Description
The Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa, established on July 1, 1983, by the Federal Government of Nigeria, stands as a beacon for fostering technological development within the society. Nestled in the heart of Nasarawa State, this institution has become a pivotal player in equipping students with the technical and vocational skills needed in modern-day Nigeria.
Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa Overview
With a history of over three decades, Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa has significantly contributed to the technological advancement of Nigeria, nurturing thousands of students into professionals in various fields. The polytechnic is accredited and recognized by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), ensuring the quality and relevance of its programs in the fast-evolving job market.
Courses Offered in Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa
The institution offers a wide array of courses across different fields of study. These courses are spread across various schools within the polytechnic, including the School of Applied Sciences, School of Business Studies, School of Environmental Studies, and School of Engineering Technology. Here’s a glimpse into the programs available:
Engineering and Technology: Courses like Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Agricultural Engineering are designed to prepare students for the practical and theoretical challenges in the engineering sector.
Applied Sciences: This includes programs like Science Laboratory Technology, Computer Science, and Agricultural Science Technology, focusing on imparting essential scientific knowledge and skills.
Business Studies: Offering courses such as Accountancy, Banking and Finance, Business Administration & Management, and Public Administration, the school aims to develop competent professionals in the business and public sectors.
Environmental Studies: With programs in Architectural Technology, Estate Management and Valuation, and Urban & Regional Planning, students are prepared for careers in planning, design, and management of the built environment.
Other Course offered include:
1 ACCOUNTANCY
2 AGRICULTURAL AND BIO-ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
3 AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY
4 ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY
5 BANKING AND FINANCE
6 BIOCHEMISTRY/CHEMISTRY
7 BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
8 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT
9 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
10 CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
11 COMPUTER SCIENCE
12 CRIME MANAGEMENT
13 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
14 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY
15 ESTATE MANAGEMENT
16 LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
17 MARKETING
18 MASS COMMUNICATION
19 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS
20 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
21 Microbiology/Biology
22 OFFICE TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
23 PHYSICS AND ELECTRONICS
24 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
25 QUANTITY SURVEYING
26 SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
27 SURVEY AND GEO-INFORMERTICS
28 URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING
29 HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
30 APPLIED CHEMISTRY
31 ART AND INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
32 ACCOUNTANCY (Part-Time)
33 AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY (Part-Time)
34 ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY (Part-Time)
35 BANKING AND FINANCE (Part-Time)
36 BUILDING TECHNOLOGY (Part-Time)
37 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT (Part-Time)
38 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (Part-Time)
39 CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (Part-Time)
40 COMPUTER SCIENCE (Part-Time)
41 CRIME MANAGEMENT (Part-Time)
42 ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (Part-Time)
43 ESTATE MANAGEMENT (Part-Time)
44 HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (Part-Time)
45 LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE (Part-Time)
46 MARKETING (Part-Time)
47 MASS COMMUNICATION (Part-Time)
48 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS (Part-Time)
49 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (Part-Time)
50 OFFICE TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT (Part-Time)
51 PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (Part-Time)
52 QUANTITY SURVEYING (Part-Time)
53 SCIENCE LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY (Part-Time)
54 URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING (Part-Time)
55 PRE-NATIONAL DIPLOMA
56 INTERIM JOINT MATRICULATION BOARD (IJMB)
57 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA (PGD)
Programs in Federal Ploy Nasarawa
1 ND Diploma in Survey and Geo-Informatics (Part-Time) Part-Time
2 NDII Survey and Geo-Informatics (Part-Time) Full-Time
3 HND Urban and Regional Planning (Top-Up) Top-Up
4 ND Urban and Regional Planning (Top-Up) Top-Up
5 ND Survey and Geo-Informatics (Top-Up) Top-Up
6 ND Science Laboratory and Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
7 HND Quantity Survey (Top-Up) Top-Up
8 ND Quantity Survey (Top-Up) Top-Up
9 HND Public Administration (Top-Up) Top-Up
10 ND Public Administration (Top-Up) Top-Up
11 HND Physics and Electronics (Top-Up) Top-Up
12 HND Office Technology and Management (Top-Up) Top-Up
13 ND Office Technology and Management (Top-Up) Top-Up
14 HND Microbiology/Biology (Top-Up) Top-Up
15 ND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
16 HND Mechanical Engineering Technology(Production Option) (Top-Up) Top-Up
17 ND Statistics (Top-Up) Top-Up
18 HND Statistics (Top-Up) Top-Up
19 HND Mass Communication (Top-Up) Top-Up
20 ND Mass Communication (Top-Up) Top-Up
21 ND Marketing (Top-Up) Top-Up
22 HND Marketing (Top-Up) Top-Up
23 HND Library and Information Science (Top-Up) Top-Up
24 ND Library and Information Science (Top-Up) Top-Up
25 ND Hospitality Management (Top-Up) Top-Up
26 ND Estate Management and Valuation (Top-Up) Top-Up
27 HND Estate Management and Valuation (Top-Up) Top-Up
28 ND Environmental Science and Management Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
29 HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology(Electronics and Telecommunication Option) (Top-Up) Top-Up
30 HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology(Power and Machine Option) (Top-Up) Top-Up
31 ND Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
32 ND Crime Management (Top-Up) Top-Up
33 HND Computer Science (Top-Up) Top-Up
34 ND Computer Science (Top-Up) Top-Up
35 HND Civil Engineering Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
36 ND Civil Engineering Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
37 HND Chemical Engineering Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
38 ND Chemical Engineering Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
39 HND Business Administration and Management (Top-Up) Top-Up
40 ND Business Administration and Management (Top-Up) Top-Up
41 ND Building Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
42 HND Building Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
43 HND Biochemistry (Top-Up) Top-Up
44 HND Applied Chemistry (Top-Up) Top-Up
45 ND Banking and Finance (Top-Up) Top-Up
46 HND Banking and Finance (Top-Up) Top-Up
47 ND Art and Industrial Design (Top-Up) Top-Up
48 HND Architectural Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
49 ND Architectural Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
50 ND Agricultural Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
51 HND Agricultural and Bio-environmental Engineering Technology (Farm Power and Machine Option) (Top-Up) Top-Up
52 HND Agricultural and Bio-environmental Engineering Technology (Post-Harvest Option) (Top-Up) Top-Up
53 ND Agricultural and Bio-environmental Engineering Technology (Top-Up) Top-Up
54 HND Accountancy (Top-Up) Top-Up
55 ND Accountancy (Top-Up) Top-Up
56 NDII Computer Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
57 NDII Cement Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
58 Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
59 Diploma in Welding & Fabrication Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
60 Diploma in Foundry Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
61 Diploma in Computer Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
62 Diploma in Cement Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
63 Diploma in Railway Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
64 HND Survey and Geo-Informatics (Part-Time) Part-Time
65 HND Environmental Biology (Part-Time) Part-Time
66 HND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Plant Engineering Option) (Part-Time) Part-Time
67 HND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Automotive Option) (Part-Time) Part-Time
68 HND Survey and Geo-Informatics Full-Time
69 HND Environmental Biology Full-Time
70 HND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Plant Engineering Option) Full-Time
71 HND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Automotive Option) Full-Time
72 ND Mechatronics Engineering Technology Full-Time
73 ND Welding & Fabrication Engineering Technology Full-Time
74 ND Foundry Engineering Technology Full-Time
75 ND Computer Engineering Technology Full-Time
76 ND Cement Engineering Technology Full-Time
77 ND Railway Engineering Technology Full-Time
78 Diplima in Quantity Survey (Part-Time) Part-Time
79 Diploma in Environmental Science and Management Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
80 NDII Agricultural Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
81 PGD Urban and Regional Planning Part-Time
82 PGD Management Part-Time
83 PGD Land Administration Part-Time
84 PGD Environmental Resource Management Part-Time
85 PGD Banking and Finance Part-Time
86 PGD Accounting Part-Time
87 INTERIM JOINT MATRICULATION BOARD (IJMB) Full-Time
88 PRE-ND Urban and Regional Planning Full-Time
89 PRE-ND Quantity Survey Full-Time
90 PRE-ND Building Technology Full-Time
91 PRE-ND Architectural Technology Full-Time
92 PRE-ND Mechanical Engineering Technology Full-Time
93 PRE-ND Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology Full-Time
94 PRE-ND Civil Engineering Technology Full-Time
95 PRE-ND Chemical Engineering Technology Full-Time
96 PRE-ND Agricultural and Bio-environmental Engineering Technology Full-Time
97 PRE-ND Statistics Full-Time
98 PRE-ND Science Laboratory and Technology Full-Time
99 PRE-ND Hospitality Management and Technology Full-Time
100 PRE-ND Agricultural Technology Full-Time
101 NDII Urban and Regional Planning (Part-Time) Part-Time
102 HND Urban and Regional Planning (Part-Time) Part-Time
103 Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning (Part-Time) Part-Time
104 NDII Science Laboratory and Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
105 HND Science Laboratory and Technology (Applied Biology/Microbiology Option) (Part-Time) Part-Time
106 HND Science Laboratory and Technology (Biochemistry Option) (Part-Time) Part-Time
107 Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
108 NDII Quantity Survey (Part-Time) Part-Time
109 HND Quantity Survey (Part-Time) Part-Time
110 NDII Public Administration (Part-Time) Part-Time
111 HND Public Administration (Part-Time) Part-Time
112 Diploma in Law (Part-Time) Part-Time
113 NDII Office Technology and Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
114 HND Office Technology and Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
115 Diploma in Office Technology Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
116 NDII Mechanical Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
117 NDII Railway Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
118 NDII Mechatronic Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
119 NDII Foundry Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
120 NDII Welding & Fabrication Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
121 HND Mechanical Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
122 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
123 NDII Statistics (Part-Time) Part-Time
124 HND Statistics (Part-Time) Part-Time
125 NDII Mass Communication (Part-Time) Part-Time
126 HND Mass Communication (Part-Time) Part-Time
127 Diploma in Mass Communication (Part-Time) Part-Time
128 NDII Marketing (Part-Time) Part-Time
129 HND Marketing (Part-Time) Part-Time
130 Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
131 Diploma in Marketing (Part-Time) Part-Time
132 NDII Library Science (Part-Time) Part-Time
133 HND Library and Information Science (Part-Time) Part-Time
134 Diploma in Library and Information Science (Part-Time) Part-Time
135 Tourism & Event Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
136 Diploma in Hospitality Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
137 NDII Estate Management and Valuation (Part-Time) Part-Time
138 HND Estate Management and Valuation (Part-Time) Part-Time
139 Diploma in Land Administration (Part-Time) Part-Time
140 NDII Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
141 HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
142 Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
143 NDII Crime Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
144 Diploma in Crime Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
145 NDII Computer Science (Part-Time) Part-Time
146 HND Computer Science (Part-Time) Part-Time
147 Diploma in Computer Science (Part-Time) Part-Time
148 NDII Civil Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
149 HND Civil Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
150 Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
151 NDII Chemical Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
152 HND Chemical Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
153 Diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
154 NDII Business Administration (Part-Time) Part-Time
155 HND Business Administration and Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
156 Diploma in Entrepreneurship Development (Part-Time) Part-Time
157 Diploma in Human Resource Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
158 Diploma in Public Administration (Part-Time) Part-Time
159 Diploma in Business Administration and Management (Part-Time) Part-Time
160 NDII Building Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
161 HND Building Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
162 Diploma in Building Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
163 NDII Banking and Finance (Part-Time) Part-Time
164 HND Banking and Finance (Part-Time) Part-Time
165 Diploma in Banking and Finance (Part-Time) Part-Time
166 NDII Architectural Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
167 HND Architectural Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
168 Diploma in Architectural Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
169 Diploma in Agricultural Technology (Part-Time) Part-Time
170 NDII Accounting and Finance (Part-Time) Part-Time
171 HND Accountancy (Part-Time) Part-Time
172 Diploma in Taxation (Part-Time) Part-Time
173 Diploma in Accountancy (Part-Time) Part-Time
174 HND Urban and Regional Planning Full-Time
175 ND Urban and Regional Planning Full-Time
176 ND Survey and Geo-Informatics Full-Time
177 ND Science Laboratory and Technology Full-Time
178 HND Quantity Survey Full-Time
179 ND Quantity Survey Full-Time
180 HND Public Administration Full-Time
181 ND Public Administration Full-Time
182 HND Physics and Electronics Full-Time
183 HND Office Technology and Management Full-Time
184 ND Office Technology and Management Full-Time
185 HND Applied Biology/Microbiology Full-Time
186 ND Mechanical Engineering Technology Full-Time
187 HND Mechanical Engineering Technology(Production Option) Full-Time
188 ND Statistics Full-Time
189 HND Statistics Full-Time
190 HND Mass Communication Full-Time
191 ND Mass Communication Full-Time
192 ND Marketing Full-Time
193 HND Marketing Full-Time
194 HND Library and Information Science Full-Time
195 ND Library and Information Science Full-Time
196 ND Hospitality Management Full-Time
197 ND Estate Management and Valuation Full-Time
198 HND Estate Management and Valuation Full-Time
199 ND Environmental Science and Management Technology Full-Time
200 HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology(Electronics and Telecommunication Option) Full-Time
201 HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology(Power and Machine Option) Full-Time
202 ND Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology Full-Time
203 ND Crime Management Full-Time
204 HND Computer Science Full-Time
205 ND Computer Science Full-Time
206 HND Civil Engineering Technology Full-Time
207 ND Civil Engineering Technology Full-Time
208 HND Chemical Engineering Technology Full-Time
209 ND Chemical Engineering Technology Full-Time
210 HND Business Administration and Management Full-Time
211 ND Business Administration and Management Full-Time
212 ND Building Technology Full-Time
213 HND Building Technology Full-Time
214 HND Biochemistry Full-Time
215 HND Applied Chemistry Full-Time
216 ND Banking and Finance Full-Time
217 HND Banking and Finance Full-Time
218 ND Art and Industrial Design Full-Time
219 HND Architectural Technology Full-Time
220 ND Architectural Technology Full-Time
221 ND Agricultural Technology Full-Time
222 HND Agricultural and Bio-environmental Engineering Technology (Farm Power and Machine Option) Full-Time
223 HND Agricultural and Bio-environmental Engineering Technology (Post-Harvest Option) Full-Time
224 ND Agricultural and Bio-environmental Engineering Technology Full-Time
225 HND Accountancy Full-Time
226 ND Accountancy
Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa Admission Requirements
To gain admission into Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa, candidates must meet specific requirements, including choosing the institution as their preferred choice during the UTME registration and meeting the minimum cut-off mark set by the polytechnic. Candidates are also expected to have the necessary O’level credits related to their chosen course of study.
Campus Life and Facilities
The polytechnic boasts a vibrant campus life with various clubs and societies that students can engage in, ranging from academic to cultural and religious groups, enhancing the overall educational experience. Significant investments have been made in infrastructure, especially in sports, to host events like the Nigeria Polytechnic Games Association (NIPOGA), enhancing the institution’s reputation as a hub for not only academic but also extracurricular excellence.
Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa Application Process
Prospective students can apply through the Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa’s online portal. The application process involves registering on the portal, choosing the desired program, and completing the necessary payment procedures. A range of programs, including Higher National Diploma (HND), National Diploma (ND), and part-time courses, are available for application.
Financial Support and Scholarships
The institution has benefited from financial support from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), which aids in improving facilities and resources for the students and faculty. Additionally, students can explore various scholarship opportunities available for different programs and levels of study.
Conclusion
Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa continues to play a crucial role in Nigeria’s educational landscape, offering diverse programs that cater to the evolving needs of the workforce. With a commitment to excellence, a robust academic program, and a conducive learning environment, it is a preferred choice for students aiming to achieve technological proficiency and professional success.
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