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03/06/2026

The university was established in 1988, following the recommendations of a 1987 federal government White Paper on Higher Education Curriculum and Development in Nigeria.The vice-chancellor is Professor Isaac Itodo, and the chancellor is the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu Gambari CFR. On 14 July 2019, President Muhammadu Buhari approved a bill to rename the university Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University in honour of the late Nigerian politician Joseph Tarka.
FACULTIES:
The University of Agriculture, Makurdi has over 30 departments in eleven colleges:
1. COLLEGE OF AGRONOMY
Crop Production
Crop & Environmental Protection
Plant Breeding & Seed Science
Soil Science
2. COLLEGE OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
Animal Production
Animal Nutrition
Animal Breeding & Physiology
3. COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS & EXTENSION
Agricultural Economics
Agricultural Extension & Rural Development
4. COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL & SCIENCE EDUCATION
Agricultural Education
Biology Education
Chemistry Education
Integrated Science Education
Physics Education
Mathematics/Computer Science Education
Mathematics/Statistics Education
Statistics/Computer Science Education
Educational Foundations & General Studies
5. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Agricultural & Environmental Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical/Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
6. COLLEGE OF FORESTRY & FISHERIES
Social & Environmental Forestry
Forestry Production & Products
Wildlife & Range Management
Fisheries & Aquaculture
Forestry & Wildlife Management
7. COLLEGE OF FOOD TECHNOLOGY & HUMAN ECOLOGY
Food Science & Technology
Home Science Management
Nutrition & Dietetics
8. COLLEGE OF SCIENCE
Botany
Microbiology
Zoology
Chemistry
Biochemistry
Physics (Industrial Physics inclusive)
Mathematics
Statistics
Computer Science
9. COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Veterinary Anatomy
Veterinary Pathology & Microbiology
Veterinary Public Health & Preventive Medicine
Veterinary Surgery & Theriogenology
10. COLLEGE OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Agribusiness
Business Administration
Accounting & Finance
Banking & Finance
Marketing
Public Administration
Entrepreneurship
Procurement Management
Agricultural Management
11. COLLEGE OF SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
History & Archaeology
Library & Information Science
Environmental Sustainability
Business Education
Industrial Technical Education
OTHER DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Accounting
Education & Biology
Education & Chemistry
Education & Integrated Science
Education & Physics
Educational Administration & Planning
Environmental Education
Veterinary Medicine
Zoology
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
PGD Crop Science
PGD Soil Science
PGD Agricultural Economics
PGD Agricultural Education
PGD Animal Science
PGD Biochemistry
PGD Microbiology
PGD Chemistry
PGD Physics
PGD Engineering Disciplines
PGD Veterinary Medicine
PGD Management Sciences
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
M.Sc. Crop Science
M.Sc. Soil Science
M.Sc. Agricultural Economics
M.Sc. Agricultural Education
M.Sc. Animal Science
M.Sc. Biochemistry
M.Sc. Microbiology
M.Sc. Chemistry
M.Sc. Physics
M.Sc. Engineering Disciplines
M.Sc. Veterinary Medicine
M.Sc. Management Sciences
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.)
M.Phil. Crop Science
M.Phil. Soil Science
M.Phil. Agricultural Economics
M.Phil. Agricultural Education
M.Phil. Animal Science
M.Phil. Biochemistry
M.Phil. Microbiology
M.Phil. Chemistry
M.Phil. Physics
M.Phil. Engineering Disciplines
M.Phil. Veterinary Medicine
M.Phil. Management Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Ph.D. Crop Science
Ph.D. Soil Science
Ph.D. Agricultural Economics
Ph.D. Agricultural Education
Ph.D. Animal Science
Ph.D. Biochemistry
Ph.D. Microbiology
Ph.D. Chemistry
Ph.D. Physics
Ph.D. Engineering Disciplines
Ph.D. Veterinary Medicine
Ph.D. Management Sciences

02/06/2026

Quick Reminder!!! To the State Government ℹ️ Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia Benue State University, Makurdi

02/06/2026

📢 A CALL FOR URGENT ACTION!
The recent declaration of an indefinite industrial action by ASUU-BSU is more than a union matter—it is a serious issue affecting the future of thousands of students and the progress of education in Benue State✅

12/06/2024

Benue State Launches Tech Skills Program for Youths_

_Governor Alia and Engr. Udende Partner with Microsoft, Google, and Coursera to Equip Youths with In-Demand Tech Skills_

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has launched the Benue Tech support Skills for Jobs Program, a landmark initiative aimed at equipping youths in the state with in-demand tech skills. The program, implemented in partnership with Engr. Jeff Udende, a renowned tech expert, and leading tech companies Microsoft, Google, and Coursera, aims to train 10,000 youths in software development, data analysis, digital marketing, and cybersecurity.

The launch ceremony, held at the Benue State University, Medical School Main Auditorium brought together stakeholders from the tech industry, government officials, and youths from across the state. Governor Alia emphasized the importance of tech skills in today's digital economy and his administration's commitment to empowering youths for employment and entrepreneurship.

"We are thrilled to partner with Microsoft, Google, and Coursera to provide our youths with world-class training and certification," Governor Alia said. "This program will bridge the skills gap in our state and prepare our youths for success in the tech industry."

Engr. Udende, who is also the program's Director, highlighted the program's objectives and the opportunities it presents for participants. "With the support of our partners, we will provide hands-on training, internship experience, and mentorship. Our goal is to produce tech professionals who can drive innovation and growth in Benue State's tech industry," Engr. Udende explained.

The Benue Tech Skills for Jobs Program includes:

- Training: 6 months of intensive training in software development, data analysis, digital marketing, and cybersecurity, leveraging Microsoft's Professional Program, Google's Cloud Computing Certification, and Coursera's Specializations.
- Internship: 3 months of internship with tech companies and organiza

31/05/2024

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