The South‑West geopolitical region of Nigeria hosts six federal universities, each with unique academic profiles and course offerings.
These institutions serve students in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo, and Ekiti states.
Federal Universities in South‑West Nigeria and Their Undergraduate Programs
Below is an overview of these universities and their major undergraduate programs.
University of Ibadan (UI) – Ibadan, Oyo State
Founded in 1948, UI is the oldest federal university in Nigeria and consistently ranks among the top in the country.
It offers a wide array of courses across its multiple faculties, including:
- College of Medicine: Medicine & Surgery, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Pharmacy
- Faculty of Engineering: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Chemical, Computer Engineering
- Faculties of Science: Biological, Physical, Mathematical, Social, Environmental Sciences
- Humanities & Social Sciences: Law, English, History, Political Science, Economics, Geography, Psychology, Sociology
- Education, Agricultural & Life Sciences and Veterinary Medicine
Its diverse offerings make it a hub for both general and professional learning.
University of Lagos (UNILAG) – Lagos State
Established in 1962, UNILAG offers a broad set of programs tailored for Nigeria’s economic center.
Major faculties and courses include:
- College of Medicine: Medicine & Surgery, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy
- College of Engineering: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Chemical, Marine, Mechatronics, Civil Aviation Engineering
- Faculties of Sciences: Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, Statistics
- School of Business: Accounting, Banking & Finance, Marketing, Business Admin
- Faculty of Law
- Humanities & Social Sciences: English, Communications, Psychology, Mass Communication, Political Science, International Relations, Economics
UNILAG emphasizes industry-linked programs due to its urban location.
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) – Ile‑Ife, Osun State
Previously known as the University of Ife, OAU was established in 1962. It offers:
- College of Health Sciences: Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy
- College of Engineering & Technology: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science
- Faculty of Science: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Microbiology, Biology
- Faculty of Arts: English, History, Performing Arts, Visual Arts
- Faculty of Social Sciences and Education: Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Political Science, Education Studies
- Faculty of Environmental Design & Management
OAU remains a top-rated centre for research and technical studies.
Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
Launched in 1981, FUTA is Nigeria’s premier technology university.
Its main offerings include:
- College of Engineering: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics, Agricultural, Mechatronics, Metallurgical/Materials Engineering
- College of Environmental Design: Architecture, Urban & Regional Planning, Building Technology
- College of Computing: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Systems
- College of Agriculture & Agricultural Technology
- College of Science and Technology: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Life Sciences, Statistics
FUTA emphasizes innovation, emerging tech, and sustainable development.
Federal University, Oye‑Ekiti (FUOYE)
Established in 2011, FUOYE practices a multi-disciplinary approach. Faculties include:
- Agriculture & Agricultural Technology
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences: Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Lab Science, Nursing, Radiography
- Engineering & Technology: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Computer, Agricultural Engineering, Mechatronics
- Sciences: Geology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science
- Social Sciences & Management: Economics, Finance, Political Science, Mass Communication, Sociology, Psychology
- Arts & Humanities: English, History, Theatre Arts
- Faculty of Education: various subject-specific Education programs
- Law and Pharmacy
FUOYE emphasizes entrepreneurship and innovation across faculties.
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
Founded in 1988, FUNAAB is dedicated to agricultural research and education.
It operates eight colleges offering:
- Plant & Crop Sciences
- Animal Science and Livestock Production
- Agricultural Management & Rural Development
- Environmental Resources Management: Forestry, Wildlife, Aquaculture, Water Management
- Food Science & Human Ecology
- Biological Sciences: Microbiology, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany
- College of Engineering: Agricultural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Mechatronics
- Physical Sciences: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics
Additionally, Veterinary Medicine and post-graduate programs are active here.