Faculty of Science

Philosophy

To train the total man to face the challenges in a dynamic world, thus subduing the world in obedience to his creator, and to produce graduates who are sound in knowledge of science and capable of applying scientific principles to solve societal problems.

Our goals

• To train globally competitive scientists and provide solutions that address societal challenges.
• To provide quality education geared toward the training and development of the total person rightly disposed to God, self and others; to the natural, the technological, the political and the socioeconomic environment.
• To promote academic excellence through trailblazing teaching, research and community service with strong international linkages which will enhance acquisition of practical skills in technology and sciences.

Undergraduate admission

The minimum entry requirements for undergraduate programmes are credit level passes in five (5) subjects at the Ordinary Level examination of WAEC, NECO or any other equivalent certificate, including English Language, Mathematics and three (3) other relevant subjects, in not more than two (2) sittings. Candidates must also sit for the UTME of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and attain the prescribed cut-off score. Some requirements are specific to a department or programme.

Students can also be admitted through Direct Entry to 200 level through JUPEB, Diploma programmes, IJMB, A-Level and other equivalent programmes. A student can transfer from another university to Anchor University, but not beyond 300 level. The minimum entry requirement for Direct Entry is as determined by the institution from time to time.

Course categories

• Core or compulsory courses: courses that students must offer unconditionally and pass.
• Required courses: courses registered for at departmental level that must be passed.
• Elective or optional courses: courses that may be offered to make up the minimum number of credit units required to graduate.
• Pre-requisite courses: courses that students must take and pass before taking a particular course at a higher level.

Achievements and research focus

Current research interests include Plant Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Stress Physiology, Nanotechnology, Cellular Parasitology, Environmental Microbiology, Public Health, and other emerging areas of the biological sciences, as well as geophysics, atmospheric physics, meteorology, ionospheric and radio propagation physics, space physics, solar energy studies, solid state physics, material science, solar radiation physics, plasma physics, computational physics, nuclear and particle physics, atomic and molecular collisions, and theoretical physics.

Milestones include active collaboration with the Indian Centre for Space Physics (ICSP) and the German Aerospace Centre (DLR). The faculty has a team of highly qualified, experienced, and dedicated academic and technical staff, and laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for research in the different fields of science.

Students' life

Students balance lectures, practical labs, and independent reading outside of scheduled hours, and success relies on organising personal timetables to meet assignment deadlines. Libraries, student cafes, and ICT centres serve as the main hubs for group projects and individual focus.

• Spiritual life: students are brought together for worship, spiritual nurture and education on relevant issues of life.
• Community Development Initiative: all students are expected to take part, with outreach to orphanages, remand homes, hospitals, prisons and more.
• Students' associations: students are encouraged to join associations that contribute to the academic and social life of the University, explore hobbies and develop leadership skills. Sports competitions are encouraged.