EXPANDING ACADEMIC HORIZONS: UNIVERSITY OF CROSS RIVER STATE (UNICROSS) RECEIVES NUC APPROVAL FOR SEVENTEEN NEW PROGRAMMES.
- The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 17 new programmes at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). Prof. Augustine Angba, the Vice Chancellor, announced the good news, highlighting that this comes after a resource verification visit by the NUC.
A new era of academic exploration is on the horizon at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). The National Universities Commission (NUC) has greenlit the commencement of seventeen new programmes at the institution, marking a significant milestone in UNICROSS’s journey to becoming a leader in multidisciplinary education.
| Institution | University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) |
| Authority | National Universities Commission (NUC) |
| Approval | UNICROSS has received NUC approval to commence 17 new academic programmes from the next academic session |
| Programmes | New programmes cover diverse fields, including Broadcasting, Journalism, Marketing, Microbiology, Software Engineering, Economics, and more |
| Resource Verification | The approval follows a resource verification visit to the University by the NUC in April this year |
| Vice-Chancellor’s Announcement | The Vice Chancellor of UNICROSS, Prof. Augustine Angba, made the announcement during the 111th regular meeting of the University’s Senate |
| Ranking | UNICROSS has recently been ranked as the 7th best university in Nigeria and 37th in Africa, among 51 universities in Sub Saharan Africa |
| Commencement | The approved programmes are scheduled to start in the next academic session |
Pioneering Development: The NUC’s Approval
The NUC’s endorsement was announced by the Vice-Chancellor of UNICROSS, Prof. Augustine Angba, during the University’s 111th regular Senate meeting. This approval followed the NUC’s Resource Verification visit to the University in April earlier this year. Such an accolade affirms the University’s unwavering commitment to providing high-quality education to its students and reflects its efforts in ensuring adequate resources for academic advancement.
A Suite of New Programmes: Diverse and Cutting-edge
The newly approved programmes encompass a wide range of disciplines, expanding the institution’s educational landscape and further fostering an environment of academic diversity. The seventeen programmes include:
- Broadcasting
- Journalism and Media Studies
- Marketing
- Animal and Environmental Biology
- Plant Science
- Microbiology
- Library and Information Science
- Human Kinetics
- Information Systems
- Peace Studies
- Sociology
- Entrepreneurship
- Banking and Finance
- Software Engineering
- Early Childhood Education
- Economics
- Industrial Chemistry
These newly approved disciplines further enrich UNICROSS’s academic portfolio, ensuring students have access to a diverse range of courses that align with the evolving demands of the global job market.
Onward and Upward: Scheduled Commencement
As per the University’s plans, these seventeen newly approved programmes are scheduled to commence in the upcoming academic session, signifying an exciting new chapter for both existing and prospective students.
Recent Achievements: UNICROSS in the Spotlight
The NUC approval is just another feather in the cap for UNICROSS, following its recent impressive ranking by Times Higher Education. Recognized as the 7th best university in Nigeria and 37th in Africa among 51 universities ranked in Sub-Saharan Africa, UNICROSS continues to pave its way in academic excellence, setting an exemplary standard for other institutions in the region.
UNICROSS: A Vision for Excellence
As it stands poised to commence these seventeen new programmes, UNICROSS demonstrates its commitment to continually expand its academic horizons and offer innovative, comprehensive education. This latest accomplishment reflects the University’s determination to evolve alongside the shifting paradigms of education and prepare its students for a future full of opportunities and challenges. By doing so, UNICROSS is not only fostering an environment conducive to learning but is also playing a significant role in shaping the leaders of tomorrow.
