University of Benin – UNIBEN

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) is a federal university located in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. The institution was established in 1970 as the Institute of Technology and was later granted full university status by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 1971. Over the years, the university has expanded significantly and developed into one of Nigeria’s leading institutions for higher education and research.

UNIBEN offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various fields including sciences, engineering, medicine, law, management sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The university is well known for its academic excellence and research contributions within Nigeria and beyond.

Location

University of Benin
Benin City
Edo State
Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges / Schools

The University of Benin operates several faculties and colleges including:

• Faculty of Agriculture

• Faculty of Arts

• Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

• Faculty of Clinical Sciences

• Faculty of Dentistry

• Faculty of Education

• Faculty of Engineering

• Faculty of Environmental Sciences

• Faculty of Law

• Faculty of Life Sciences

• Faculty of Management Sciences

• Faculty of Pharmacy

• Faculty of Physical Sciences

• Faculty of Social Sciences

List of Courses Offered by University of Benin (UNIBEN)

Some of the major undergraduate programmes offered at UNIBEN include:

• Accounting

• Agricultural Economics

• Agricultural Engineering

• Architecture

• Banking and Finance

• Biochemistry

• Botany

• Building

• Business Administration

• Chemical Engineering

• Chemistry

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Computer Science

• Dentistry

• Economics

• Education and Biology

• Education and Chemistry

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• English and Literature

• Estate Management

• Geography and Regional Planning

• Geology

• Industrial Chemistry

• Law

• Linguistics

• Mass Communication

• Mathematics

• Mechanical Engineering

• Medicine and Surgery

• Microbiology

• Nursing Science

• Pharmacy

• Physics

• Political Science

• Sociology

• Statistics

• Zoology

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate Admission

• Candidates must sit for the UTME conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

• Applicants must obtain at least five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in relevant subjects.

• Candidates must choose the University of Benin as their preferred institution during UTME registration.

• Applicants must participate in the UNIBEN Post-UTME screening exercise conducted by the university.

Direct Entry Admission

Candidates with advanced qualifications such as ND, NCE, HND, IJMB, or equivalent may apply through the JAMB Direct Entry admission process for admission into appropriate levels of study.

Postgraduate Admission

The University of Benin offers postgraduate programmes including Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s degrees (MSc), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) across many academic departments and faculties.

School Fees

The last known school fees for undergraduate students vary depending on programme and faculty.

• Fresh students: approximately ₦165,000 – ₦280,000 per session depending on faculty and programme.

• Returning students: approximately ₦120,000 – ₦200,000 per session.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Cut-off Mark

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 200 for eligibility to participate in the UNIBEN admission screening exercise. Many competitive programmes such as Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Law require higher scores.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Post-UTME Information

Candidates seeking admission into the University of Benin must participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise conducted by the university. The screening usually requires candidates to register online, upload relevant documents, and complete the application through the admission portal.

Student Portal
https://waeup.uniben.edu/login

Hostel / Accommodation

The university provides on-campus hostel accommodation for students.

The last known hostel accommodation fee is approximately ₦25,000 per session depending on the hostel type and availability.

Hostel allocation is usually done through the student portal after admission and payment of required fees.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Notable Alumni

Some notable alumni of the University of Benin include:

• Adams Oshiomhole – Former Governor of Edo State and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC)

• Godwin Obaseki – Former Governor of Edo State

• Jim Ovia – Founder of Zenith Bank

• Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) – Nigerian actor and former Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Delta State

• Kate Henshaw – Nigerian actress and politician

Official Website/Login Portal Links

Official Website
https://www.uniben.edu/

Student Portal
https://waeup.uniben.edu/login

Schools and Faculties
https://www.uniben.edu/schoolsandfaculties.html

Contact Information

University of Benin
Benin City
Edo State
Nigeria

Phone: +234-52-259125 (last known)

Email: registrar@uniben.edu (last known)

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the University of Benin located?

The university is located in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.

When was UNIBEN established?

The University of Benin was established in 1970 and became a full university in 1971.

What courses are offered at UNIBEN?

UNIBEN offers programmes in engineering, sciences, medicine, law, management sciences, humanities, social sciences, and environmental sciences.

Does UNIBEN conduct Post-UTME screening?

Yes. Candidates seeking admission into the university must participate in the UNIBEN Post-UTME screening exercise.

What is the cut-off mark for UNIBEN?

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 200. Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.