Great news for students in Taraba State and across Nigeria! The Federal University Wukari (FUWUKARI) has just reached a major milestone. The National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially given the university permission to start two very important engineering courses.

This isn’t just a small update—it’s a big win for the school. After experts visited the campus to check out the classrooms and equipment, they were happy with what they saw. Now, the university is ready to train the next generation of builders and machine experts.

What are the New Courses?

Starting with the 2025/2026 academic session, you can now apply to study:

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Civil Engineering: This is for people who want to learn how to design and build roads, bridges, and big buildings.

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering: This is for those who love engines, robots, and learning how machines move.

The Rules for the New Courses

The NUC sent a special letter (Reference: NUC/AP/F31/VOL.I/79) to the Vice-Chancellor to explain the rules for these new programmes. Here is what you need to know:

1. Full-Time Only: For now, these classes are only for students who come to school every day. There are no part-time or weekend versions of these courses yet.

2. Main Campus: All engineering lectures and lab work will happen at the university’s Main Campus in Wukari.

3. Strict Names: The school must use the exact names approved by the NUC. They can’t change the name of the degree without asking for permission first.

4. Top Quality: The NUC has told the university to make sure they have enough great teachers and the best tools so that every student gets a world-class education.

Why This is Great for You

Before this approval, students in the region might have had to travel very far to find a good engineering school. Now, you have a top-tier option right in Taraba State. This adds to the existing engineering family at FUWUKARI, which already includes courses like Computer Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, and Chemical Engineering.

Admission Requirements (At a Glance)

If you want to be one of the first students in these new departments, here is what you will generally need:

• O’Level Subjects: Five credits in one or two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and one other science subject (like Biology or Further Maths).

• JAMB Score: You will need to meet the university’s cut-off mark for Engineering (usually 200 or above).

• Post-UTME: Be ready to participate in the university’s screening exercise.

Important Summary Table

This is a huge step forward for the Federal University Wukari. By opening these new faculties, the school is helping to build a better future for Nigeria by training the engineers of tomorrow.

Congratulations to the staff and future students of FUWUKARI!