Emeritus Professor Browne Onuoha
Head of Department
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International politics, diplomacy, foreign policy, international organisations, conflict resolution and global governance.
- 4 years
- Duration
- B.Sc.
- Degree
- Full-time
- Mode
About this programme
The B.Sc. International Relations programme equips students with the knowledge and analytical skills required to understand international politics, diplomacy and power relations within the comity of nations, foreign policy, international organisations, conflict resolution, peace studies, global governance, international economic and strategic relations, migration dynamics, and how global issues affect our everyday lives.
The National Universities Commission approved the programme in 2018, and it commenced in the 2018/2019 academic session with three students. It has since grown to nearly 200 students across all levels of study.
Students learn in the Department's Global Situation Room, a live intelligence and analysis lab modelled after the situation rooms of the United Nations, African Union and leading Foreign Ministries, and debate in the Diplomatic Market Square.
The programme prepares graduates for careers in diplomacy, international organisations, the foreign service, security agencies, multinational corporations, research institutes, and related fields.
Entry Requirements
UTME requirements
Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Government or History, and any other two relevant subjects, obtained in WASSCE, SSCE, GCE, NECO, NABTEB or equivalent in not more than two sittings, with an acceptable UTME score. JAMB subjects: English and any three relevant subjects.
Direct Entry requirements
At least five O'Level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, and Government or History, plus one of: two A-Level passes in relevant subjects (GCE, IJMB, JUPEB or equivalent); an OND with a minimum of Lower Credit in a related discipline; an NCE with a minimum of Merit in relevant fields; or other equivalent qualifications acceptable to the University.
Fees
Admissions charges for 2026/2027, checked on 2026-10-07. These are separate from tuition and other student fees.
- Application fee
- ₦35,000
- Acceptance fee
- ₦60,000
Published school fees for 2026/2027, checked on 7 October 2026. The school-fee total includes the tuition component shown below; do not add the two amounts together.
UTME students
| Level | School-fee total | Tuition component |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | ₦948,500 | ₦438,000 |
| 200 | ₦859,000 | ₦410,500 |
| 300 | ₦834,000 | ₦401,500 |
| 400 | ₦843,900 | ₦411,400 |
Direct Entry / Transfer students
| Level | School-fee total | Tuition component |
|---|---|---|
| 200 | ₦948,500 | ₦438,000 |
| 300 | ₦859,000 | ₦401,500 |
| 400 | ₦834,000 | ₦401,500 |
Application, acceptance and accommodation charges are separate. Confirm your individual bill in the student portal before paying. For an unpublished level or a fee query, contact Bursary.
Where this degree takes you
The Department prepares graduates for careers in government, diplomacy, international organisations, public service and research.
- Government Ministries and Agencies
- Diplomatic and Foreign Service
- International Organisations (UN, AU, ECOWAS)
- Policy and Research Institutes
- Political Analysis and Media Consultancy
- Public Administration and Governance
- Higher Degrees and Academic Careers
- Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies
Meet the lecturers
Dr. Temple Oguchukwu Obiefule
Senior Lecturer
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Dr. Babatunde Moses Alao
Lecturer II
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Mr. Oluwaseun Samuel Ayoko
Assistant Lecturer
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Mrs. Mercy Kikelomo Olotu
Assistant Lecturer
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