This page contains the list of accredited distance learning universities in Nigeria. Distance learning Programmes are not common here in Nigeria due to over-reliance on conventional form of education offered by colleges and universities.
Albeit, in this era of information technology, some higher institution have suddenly realized the need to extend higher education such as degrees and diplomas to those who will need it from anywhere in the world.
Distance learning centres are good alternatives to conventional university programmes. You receive your lectures from home or office and you acquire the same degree as regular students get at the end of your programme.
However, not all universities have distance learning program accredited by the National university commission (NUC).
Accredited Distance Learning Universities In Nigeria
But we have some few licensed ones that have been accredited to run the program, which is listed below;
1. University Of Ibadan
The University of Ibadan, as we all know is the best in the country. The university is known to have the best functional Distance learning facilities in Nigeria. To get admission or entry into 100L, you would only need 5 O?level credits at one sitting or 6 at two sittings.
Direct entry applicants are required to have at least 2 A?level papers, NCE or its equivalent as well as the entry requirements into 100L of the programme. Admissions through DE will get you into 200 Level. For further enquiry into their programmes, you can visit www.dic.ui.edu.ng/admission.
Highly Recommended: University Of Ibadan Distance Learning School Fees & How To Apply?
Obafemi Awolowo University popularly known as OAU is another very well recognised institution that offers distance learning courses in Nigeria. It offers courses in Diplomas, Degree, postgraduate degrees and as well as PGD in all programmes. The certificate and Diploma programme helps you build on your skills as well as develop new ones with credible knowledge.
More information about the programs available can be found at http://www.oaucdl.edu.ng/home/?q=list-programmes
3. University of Lagos, Akoka
The University of Lagos is also among the few DLC we are having here in Nigeria. The university is known to be quite strict with it admission requirements. To secure admission into her DLC programmes, you must have reached the age of 21 years and no awaiting results are accepted.
In addition, you will be asked to write a selection test to get admited. For more details, you can visit their website: http://dli.unilag.edu.ng/
4. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Ahmadu Bello University offers distance learning courses in MBA programmes. Among which are Business Administration, Public Administration, Political science, Sociology etc.
It has also recently launched 7 diploma programs which it will run on its e-learning platform. The fees are quite heavy, but some form of financial aids are available for interested applicants.
5. University of Maiduguri
UNIMAID distance learning centre prides itself on complementing conventional Universities in providing accessible, affordable and qualitative education. It was set up in 2004.
The minimum age for entry is 16 years, and the application is done online. There?s also a step-by-step guide on the centre?s website.
For more information details please visit their website at http://www.unimaidcdl.edu.ng/
6. University of Nigeria, Nsukka
The University of Nigeria Nsukka Launches its Online MBA Program in 2017. The courses they offer include Management, Accounting, Marketing and Banking & Finance.
Duration for each Programme is 18 months, which consists of two (2) sessions and four (4) semesters. They also have flexible payments plans for interested applicants.
It, however, require candidates to hold a Bachelor?s Degree in any course, not necessarily in business or any arts-related course.
7. National Open University of Nigeria
NOUN is the largest distance learning institution in Nigeria. This university is the perfect example of what distance learning is all about.
Its administrative headquarters is situated in Victoria Island, Lagos and it has various study centres too. To know more about the university, log on to www.nou.edu.com
Other newly Accredited Distance Learning Universities In Nigeria are:
The University of Abuja and Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso and we expect more to come soon?
