Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano (YMSFUEK)

History of the Institution

Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano (YMSFUEK) is a federal university established to advance teacher education and academic research in Nigeria. The institution evolved from the Federal College of Education (FCE), Kano, which had been one of the major teacher-training institutions in Northern Nigeria for several decades.

The Federal College of Education, Kano was originally established to train professional teachers for primary and secondary schools across the country. In 2023, the Federal Government of Nigeria upgraded the college to a Federal University of Education and renamed it Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano, in honor of Alhaji Yusuf Maitama Sule, a respected Nigerian diplomat, politician, and elder statesman.

The transition to a university enabled the institution to award independent university degrees and expand its academic programmes in education, arts, sciences, and vocational studies. The National Universities Commission (NUC) later approved 28 degree programmes for the university to commence from the 2025/2026 academic session.

Today, the university continues to focus on producing highly qualified teachers, education specialists, and professionals who can contribute to national development.

Location

Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education
P.M.B 01000
Kano
Kano State
Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges / Schools

Faculty of Science Education
Faculty of Languages Education
Faculty of Arts and Social Science Education
Faculty of Vocational Education

Courses Offered

Undergraduate Programmes

B.Ed Adult and Continuing Education
B.Ed Early Childhood Education
B.Ed Primary Education
B.Ed Social Studies and Civic Education
B.Ed Business Education
B.A (Ed.) Islamic Studies
B.A (Ed.) Christian Religious Studies
B.A (Ed.) History
B.A (Ed.) English
B.A (Ed.) Hausa
B.A (Ed.) Yoruba
B.A (Ed.) Igbo
B.A (Ed.) Fulfulde
B.A (Ed.) Arabic
B.A (Ed.) French
B.A (Ed.) Creative Arts Education
B.Sc (Ed.) Biology
B.Sc (Ed.) Chemistry
B.Sc (Ed.) Physics
B.Sc (Ed.) Mathematics
B.Sc (Ed.) Computer Science
B.Sc (Ed.) Integrated Science
B.Sc (Ed.) Human Kinetics
B.Sc (Ed.) Agricultural Education
B.Sc (Ed.) Home Economics
B.Sc (Ed.) Economics
B.Sc (Ed.) Political Science
B.Sc (Ed.) Geography

Postgraduate Programmes

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate Admission

Candidates must possess at least five credit passes in relevant O’Level subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
Candidates must participate in the UTME conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Applicants must meet the required subject combination for their chosen programme.
Direct Entry candidates with appropriate qualifications may also apply for admission.

Postgraduate Admission

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

School Fees

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

Cut-off Mark

150

Post-UTME Information

Candidates who meet the UTME requirements are required to apply through the YMSFUEK admission portal and complete the online application process for the academic session.

Hostel / Accommodation

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

Notable Alumni

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

Official Website/Login Portal Links

Official Website
https://ymsfuek.edu.ng/

Admission Portal
https://www.ymsfuek.edu.ng/admissions/welcome

Degree Programme Application Portal
https://www.ymsfuek.edu.ng/admissions/welcome/unidegreeprogrames

Contact Information

Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education
P.M.B 01000
Kano State
Nigeria

Phone: +234 909 105 5292
Email: info@ymsfuek.edu.ng

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education located?

The university is located in Kano, Kano State, Nigeria.

What was YMSFUEK formerly known as?

The institution was formerly known as the Federal College of Education (FCE), Kano.

What is the cut-off mark for YMSFUEK?

The general UTME cut-off mark is 150.

What courses are offered at YMSFUEK?

The university offers programmes in education, languages, sciences, arts, and vocational education.

Does YMSFUEK conduct Post-UTME screening?

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