Enugu State University of Science and Technology

About

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) was established in 1980 as the first state university in Nigeria. The University was established as a non residential multi-campus institution. On establishment, the University which was conceived on a Presidential model after Harvard University made impressive landmarks and stamped its name as the first University of Technology and first State University in Nigeria with her main campus at Enugu. Other campuses that were created later were located at Abakiliki, Awka and Nnewi. 

It was originally founded as Anambra State University of Technology (ASUTECH), it was renamed ESUT in 1991 following the creation of Enugu State. The university is located in Agbani, Enugu State, and has grown to encompass multiple faculties and departments, focusing on science, technology, and management disciplines.  

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

1. Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources
2. Faculty of Applied Natural Sciences
3. Faculty of Education
4. Faculty of Engineering
5. Faculty of Environmental Sciences
6. Faculty of Law
7. Faculty of Management Sciences
8. Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
9. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
10. Faculty of Clinical Medicine
11. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
12. Faculty of Physical Sciences
13. Faculty of Biological Sciences

Reasons to Study at Enugu State University of Science and Technology

1. Commitment to Technological Advancement

   The university was conceived with the aim to establish an institution that must be closely related to society, its industry and above all, serve as a catalyst in the technological advancement of the people, hence the university’s motto remains "Technology for Service".

2. Academic Excellence

   Enugu State University of Science and Technology is renowned for its academic excellence and is consistently ranked as one of the top state universities in Nigeria. It has a long-standing reputation for offering high quality technological courses and producing skilled graduates.

3. Vibrant Campus Location

   The university is located in Enugu, a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant social scene. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture, participate in extracurricular activities, and form lifelong friendships and networks.

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

General Requirement for Admission

Through Joint Admission and Matriculation Examination Board (JAMB)

Application who take the University Matriculation Examination (UME) may be admitted in the first year degree course provided that:

1. They have completed a full course of training in a secondary school or in an approved institution of equivalent status;
2. They are normally sixteen years of age or above on the first day of October, in the year of their candidature;
3. They reach the appropriate standard in the examination for entry to their degree programme in view;
4. They possess one or more of the following qualification;
5. The Senior school certificate (SSCE) or National Examination Council (NECO) or General Certificate Education (GCE) O’Level with passes at credit level in at least five subjects including English Language and Mathematics obtained in not more than two sittings, except for candidate applying for medicine. SSC/GCE and combined with NECO.
6. All candidates for medicine must have five credits at a sitting including English Language and Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Health Sciences.
7. The Teacher’s Grade II Certificate wit merit/credit level in at least five subjects including English Language and Mathematics obtained in not more than two sittings
8. Qualifications approved by senate as equivalent to 1 and 3 above.

Through Direct Entry

1. Possess at least two passes at the principal or advanced level, plus five credit passes at the SSCE/NECO/GCE O’Level in not more than two sittings including English Language and Mathematics.
2. Passes in two major subject in the NCE with O’Level credits or equivalent in three other subject (mainly for education courses). Education is accepted as a third A’Level subject.
3. Other qualification acceptable to the Senate of the University, and being equivalent to (a) and (b) above.
4. In addition to the above minimum admission requirements, candidates must also satisfy such Faculty/Departmental entry requirements.

Supporting Documents

1. Admission Letter
2. JAMB Result Slip
3. O/Level or A/Level results (as applicable)
4. Birth Certificate

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

1. Graduates of Enugu State University of Science and Technology or graduates from other approved universities who hold first degree qualifications acceptable to Senate;
2. Candidates who hold good grades of non-first degree qualifications which are acceptable to Senate.  These include:
3. HND (Upper Credit and Above) in relevant discipline;
4. HND (Lower Credit) in relevant discipline plus 5 years relevant post qualification experience;
5. Holders of professional qualifications such as FIMLT, FNLT, FIST, AIB, ACCA, ACMA, ICAN, CPA, ACCS and ACIS.
6. A candidate offered admission must accept it within 3 months of the date of the offer.
7. A candidate must register at the commencement of a session. However, where there are acceptable reasons, registration can be deferred by one session only.

Supporting Documents

1. O’Level results
2. Reference Letters
3. Academic Transcripts 

How To Apply For Admission

Step 1: Meet Basic Eligibility

1. JAMB/UTME: Write the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.
2. O Level Credits: Obtain at least 5 credits at one sitting (or 6 across two sittings), including English Language; science courses also require credit in Mathematics 

Step 2: Choose Your Entry Route

UTME (JAMB route):

1. Pick a ESUT-relevant subject combination in your JAMB registration.
2. Ensure you meet the faculty-specific UTME cut-off (this is published annually) .

Direct Entry (DE) (for ALevel/NCE/HND holders):

1. Must have 2 Alevel passes or equivalent (NCE minimum credit).
2. Meet UTME-like subject requirements for your chosen course .

Step 3: Apply for ESUT Post UTME

1. After JAMB, register for ESUT’s Post-UTME screening on their application portal (portal usually opens after JAMB results are out).
2. You’ll need your JAMB registration number and upload your UTME result slip .

Step 5: Await Screening and Merit List

1. The Admissions Office reviews all completed applications 
2. You will be required to meet ESUT's shortlist
3. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews or additional screening.

Step 6: Admission Offer & Acceptance

1. Successful candidates will receive an admission letter, initially as an institutional copy; the official JAMB admission comes later.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +234(0)811-369-3802

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Facilities

Accreditations

National Universities Commission(NUC)

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Prof. Chike Nwoha

  Deputy Vice Chancellor
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  Prof. Uchenna Ekwochi

  Provost College of Medicine Uchenna Ekwochi  is a Professor in the  Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Clinical Medicine, Enugu State University of Science & Technology, College of Medicine (ESUCOM).Qualified as... read more

  a Medical doctor in February 2003 from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka and obtained a Fellowship of National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria, Faculty of Paediatrics in November 2011. He was  appointed a Consultant Pediatrician (Neonatology unit) in Enugu State University Teaching Hospital (ESUTH) in December 2011. He is an outstanding clinical and academic Pediatrician with special interest in Neonatal care where he has collaborated with several local and international researchers to author and co-author several journal articles earning him an exciting Google scholar and Research gate metrics.

  He co-invented a special tape in Neonatal care for identification and care of Low Birth Weights babies. The tape is patented as ‘’NUA Tape’’ with the National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP) under the Patents and Designs Act, CAP 344, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004 with CERTIFICATE No RP:NG/P/2018/135).

  Prof. Ekwochi is an Examiner in Paediatrics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and has supervised some postgraduate dissertations in Paediatrics that scaled through the fellowship exams of the Faculty of Paediatrics, National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria.

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  Dr. Augustine Ikechukwu Ojeh

  Bursar Dr. Augustine Ikechukwu Ojeh. A person, a gifted, trusted and result – oriented leader of men and materials. As a professional, a distinguished and resourceful Chartered Accountant with over twelve ... read more

  years top management experience in diverse fields scoping lecturing, audit and assurance, taxation, training and human resource development, corporate secretarial services, information technology and allied consultancy services.

Notable Alumni

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  Chigozie Stephanie Alichi Actress
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  Blossom Chukwujekwu Nigerian Actor
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  David Nweze Umahi CON Minister Of Works

History

In 1985, there were major re-organisations and policies resulting in the introduction of new programmes and the merging of the Unive... read more