The Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi (FUTIA), Akwa Ibom State, has received approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to introduce 12 additional degree programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
According to a statement released by the university on October 14, 2026, the approval was conveyed in an NUC letter dated September 11, 2026, following a successful resource verification visit to the institution. The statement was signed by the University Registrar, Offiongita Nkang, on behalf of the university.
The development is expected to expand the university’s academic offerings and provide prospective students with more opportunities to pursue their preferred courses.
List of 12 Newly Approved FUTIA Courses for 2026/2027
The National Universities Commission has approved the following 12 additional degree programmes at the Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi:
- B.Eng. Biomedical Engineering
- B.Eng. Computer Engineering
- B.Eng. Materials and Metallurgical Engineering
- B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry
- B.Sc. Environmental Management Technology
- B.Sc. Biotechnology
- B.EHS. Environmental Health Science
- B.HIM. Health Information Management
- B.CHS. Community Health Science
- B.Sc. Estate Management
With the approval of these additional courses, FUTIA now has a total of 36 NUC-approved degree programmes. This milestone comes four years after the university commenced its pioneer academic session in 2023/2024.
FUTIA Admission Requirements for the Newly Approved Courses
Candidates who participated in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and wish to study any of the newly approved programmes have been advised to update their course and institution choices through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Interested candidates should take note of the following admission guidelines:
- Candidates who selected FUTIA as their preferred institution and wish to study any of the newly approved courses should visit the JAMB portal and change their course to the preferred programme, where applicable.
- Candidates who did not initially choose FUTIA as their first-choice institution but scored at least 160 in the 2026 UTME may also be eligible to apply by changing their first-choice institution to FUTIA through JAMB.
- Candidates are advised to ensure that they meet the relevant admission requirements for their chosen programmes before proceeding with any changes.
Prospective applicants should also monitor the university’s official announcements for further information regarding admission into the newly approved programmes.
FUTIA Announces Physical Screening for Admitted Candidates
Meanwhile, the Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, has announced that physical screening for newly admitted candidates is ongoing at the university.
Candidates who selected FUTIA as their first-choice institution are advised to check their admission status through the JAMB portal. Those who have received admission offers are expected to complete the necessary steps before proceeding to the university for physical screening.
Documents and Steps Required for FUTIA Physical Screening
Admitted candidates should:
- Check their admission status on the JAMB portal.
- Accept their admission offer through the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).
- Print their JAMB admission letter.
- Prepare the relevant documents required for the screening exercise.
- Proceed to the university’s Takeoff Campus in Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State, for physical screening.
FUTIA Physical Screening Date, Venue and Time
The university has scheduled the physical screening exercise as follows:
- Screening dates: Monday, October 12, to Friday, October 23, 2026.
- Venue: FUTIA Takeoff Campus, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State.
- Time: 8:00 a.m. daily.
Candidates who have been offered admission are advised to attend the screening within the stipulated period and ensure that they bring all relevant documents.
FUTIA Vice-Chancellor Reacts to NUC Approval
Reacting to the development, the Vice-Chancellor of FUTIA, Professor Leo Daniel, expressed delight over the NUC’s approval of the 12 additional degree programmes.
He reaffirmed the university’s commitment to expanding access to quality higher education and creating more educational opportunities for students in its host community, Akwa Ibom State, the South-South region, Nigeria, and beyond.
Professor Daniel, described by the university as Nigeria’s first Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics, also commended the university’s management team, Academic Board, Governing Council, and other stakeholders for their contributions towards securing the approval.
According to the university, the newly approved programmes will strengthen teaching, research, manpower development, and community service while creating additional opportunities for prospective students seeking admission.
Conclusion
The NUC’s approval of 12 new degree programmes at FUTIA is an important development for candidates seeking admission into the institution for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Prospective students interested in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Biotechnology, Environmental Health Science, Estate Management, and other newly approved courses should review the admission requirements and follow the appropriate JAMB procedures.
Candidates who have already been offered admission should also check their status on JAMB CAPS, accept their admission offers, print their admission letters, and complete the physical screening process within the announced period.
Source: FUTIA Information and Public Relations Directorate
Date Published: October 14, 2026
