History of the Institution
Bayero University Kano (BUK) is one of Nigeria’s leading federal universities located in Kano State. The institution began as Ahmadu Bello College in 1960, which was later renamed Abdullahi Bayero College after the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Abdullahi Bayero.
In 1962, the college became part of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, serving as a university college that offered degree programmes. In 1975, the Federal Government upgraded the institution to a full-fledged university and it became known as Bayero University Kano (BUK).
Over the years, the university has expanded significantly and now offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across many disciplines including sciences, medicine, engineering, social sciences, and humanities.
Location
Bayero University Kano
Gwarzo Road
Kano
Kano State
Nigeria
The university operates multiple campuses including:
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New Campus (Gwarzo Road Campus)
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Old Campus (Kano City Campus)
Faculties / Colleges / Schools
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Faculty of Agriculture
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Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
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Faculty of Arts and Islamic Studies
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Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
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Faculty of Clinical Sciences
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Faculty of Communication
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Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology
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Faculty of Dentistry
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Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences
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Faculty of Education
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Faculty of Engineering
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Faculty of Law
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Faculty of Life Sciences
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Faculty of Management Sciences
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Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Faculty of Physical Sciences
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Faculty of Social Sciences
List of Courses Offered by Bayero University Kano (BUK)
Faculty of Agriculture
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Agricultural Economics and Extension
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Agronomy
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Animal Science
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Fisheries and Aquaculture
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Soil Science
Faculty of Arts and Islamic Studies
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Arabic
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English
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French
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Hausa
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History
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Islamic Studies
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Linguistics
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Theatre and Performing Arts
Faculty of Education
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Adult Education
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Curriculum Studies
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Educational Psychology
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Library and Information Science
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Physical and Health Education
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Science Education
Faculty of Engineering
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Agricultural Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
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Civil Engineering
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Electrical Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Mechatronics Engineering
Faculty of Science
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Biochemistry
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Computer Science
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Mathematics
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Microbiology
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Physics
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Statistics
Faculty of Management Sciences
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Accounting
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Banking and Finance
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Business Administration
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Entrepreneurship
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Taxation
Faculty of Social Sciences
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Economics
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Geography
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Political Science
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Sociology
College of Medical Sciences
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Medicine and Surgery
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Nursing Science
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Medical Laboratory Science
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Physiotherapy
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Pharmacy
Faculty of Dentistry
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Dentistry
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate Admission
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Candidates must sit for the UTME conducted by JAMB.
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Applicants must possess five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics and other relevant subjects.
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Candidates must select Bayero University Kano as their preferred institution during UTME registration.
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Applicants must participate in the BUK Post-UTME screening exercise.
Direct Entry Admission
Candidates with ND, NCE, IJMB, or equivalent qualifications may apply through the JAMB Direct Entry admission process.
Postgraduate Admission
Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.
School Fees
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Cut-off Mark
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Post-UTME Information
Candidates seeking admission into Bayero University Kano must participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise conducted by the university through its admission portal.
Hostel / Accommodation
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Notable Alumni
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Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso – Former Governor of Kano State
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Abdullahi Umar Ganduje – Former Governor of Kano State
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Ibrahim Shekarau – Former Governor of Kano State
Official Website/Login Portal Links
Official Website
https://www.buk.edu.ng
Application Portal
https://www.buk.edu.ng/Apply
Undergraduate Programmes
https://www.buk.edu.ng/Undergraduate_Programmes
Postgraduate Programmes
https://www.buk.edu.ng/Postgraduates_Programmes
Admissions Information
https://www.buk.edu.ng/node/134
Contact Information
Bayero University Kano
Gwarzo Road
Kano
Kano State
Nigeria
Phone: Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.
Email: Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where is Bayero University Kano located?
The university is located on Gwarzo Road in Kano, Kano State, Nigeria.
When was Bayero University Kano established?
The university became a full federal university in 1975.
What courses are offered at BUK?
BUK offers programmes in agriculture, engineering, sciences, medicine, law, arts, social sciences, and management sciences.
Does BUK conduct Post-UTME screening?
Yes, candidates seeking admission must participate in the BUK Post-UTME screening exercise.
What is the cut-off mark for Bayero University Kano?
Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.
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