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Study Mathematics in Nigeria

Mathematics degrees develop abstract and analytical thinking – algebra, analysis, geometry, statistics and applied mathematics – a foundation for research, data science, finance and engineering.

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  1. Master

    Mathematics, Msc

    University of Nigeria, Nsukka 🇳🇬 Nsukka, Enugu, Nigeria

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  2. Diploma

    Mathematics/ Statistics (NATIONAL DIPLOMA)

    Federal Polytechnic Nekede 🇳🇬 Owerri, Nigeria

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  3. Master

    M.Sc Mathematics (Full-Time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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  4. Master

    Industrial Mathematics and Applied Statistics (Masters)

    Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki 🇳🇬 Abakaliki, Nigeria

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  6. Other programmes

    Mathematics & Statistics

    University of Maiduguri 🇳🇬 Maiduguri, Nigeria

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  7. Other programmes

    Mathematics/Statistics

    Akwa Ibom State University of Technology 🇳🇬 Uyo, Nigeria

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  8. Bachelor

    Mathematics (B.Tech)

    Federal University of Technology, Minna 🇳🇬 Minna, Nigeria

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics, BSc, MSc, PHd

    Nasarawa State University Keffi 🇳🇬 Keffi Nasarawa State, Nigeria

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  10. Other programmes

    Statistics & Mathematics - ND & HND

    Moshood Abiola Polytechnic 🇳🇬 Ojere, Abeokuta Ogun State, Nigeria

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  11. Research

    Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Programme by Research in Applied Mathematics (Industrial Option)

    National Open University of Nigeria 🇳🇬 Bauchi, Nigeria

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  12. Bachelor

    B.Sc. (Ed) Mathematics.

    National Open University of Nigeria 🇳🇬 Bauchi, Nigeria

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Industrial Mathematics and Applied Statistics (PhD)

    Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki 🇳🇬 Abakaliki, Nigeria

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  15. Bachelor

    B.SC (HONS)MATHEMATICS

    Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil (KUST) 🇳🇬 Wudil Town, Nigeria

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  16. Master

    M.Sc in Mathematics (Master)

    Kogi State University 🇳🇬 Anyigba, Nigeria

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  17. Bachelor

    B.Sc. Ed. Mathematics

    Benue State University 🇳🇬 Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria., Nigeria

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  18. Bachelor

    B.Sc. Mathematics

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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  19. Bachelor

    B.Sc Applied Mathematics

    Veritas University, Abuja 🇳🇬 Abuja, Aba, Abia State, Nigeria

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  20. Bachelor

    B.Sc.(Ed.) Mathematics

    Osun State University 🇳🇬 Oshogbo, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA, Nigeria

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  21. Bachelor

    B.Sc Mathematical Sciences (Mathematics) (Bachelor)

    Kogi State University 🇳🇬 Anyigba, Nigeria

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  22. Other programmes

    Mathematics

    Gombe State University (GSU) 🇳🇬 Gombe, Nigeria

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Study Mathematics in Nigeria – facts and figures

In Nigeria, 25 universities and colleges offer 41 Mathematics programmes: 18 Bachelor, 5 Master and 5 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Bauchi, Nsukka, Enugu, Abeokuta and Gombe. Institutions with the widest choice: National Open University of Nigeria, University of Nigeria, Nsukka and University of Agriculture Abeokuta.

Degrees in Mathematics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Mathematics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Mathematics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Mathematics programmes?

The directory lists 41 Mathematics programmes at 25 institutions in Nigeria. Popular cities include Bauchi, Nsukka, Enugu and Abeokuta.

How long does it take to study Mathematics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Mathematics programmes in Nigeria?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are National Open University of Nigeria, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Gombe State University (GSU) and Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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