Located in Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria, Benue State institution (BSU) is a public institution. BSU was established in 1992 with the intention of giving Benue State residents and others the opportunity to pursue higher education. The institution offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across numerous disciplines and is dedicated to academic quality, research, and community involvement.
- Motto: Knowledge for the Liberation of the People
- Year of Establishment: 1992
- Type of Institution: Public University
- Location: Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
- Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Joseph Tor Lorapuu
- Ownership: Benue State Government
Faculties and Programs Offered in Benue State University
There are eight faculty units at Benue State University:
- Arts
- College of Health Science
- Education
- Environmental Sciences
- Law
- Social Science
- Science
- Management Science
Faculty of Administration
- Accountancy/Accounting
- Public Administration
Faculty of Arts And Humanities
- English Language
- French
- History
- Linguistics
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- Theatre Arts
Faculty of Education
- Business Education
- Education & Computer Science
- Education & Mathematics
- Education & Physics
- Education And Biology
- Education And Chemistry
- Education And Chemistry
- Education And Chemistry
- Education And English Language
- Education And Integrated Science
- Educational Management
- Educational Technology
- Guidance & counseling
- Home Economics And Education
- Physical And Health Education
- Pre-Primary And Primary Education
- Vocational And Technical Education
Faculty of Engineering/Tech/Env
- Business Management
- Urban And Regional Planning
Faculty of Law & Legal Studies
- Civil Law
- Law
Faculty of Med/Pharm/Health Sciences
- Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Medicine And Surgery
- Faculty of Sciences
- Biological Science(s)
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Environmental Management And Toxicology
- Library And Information Science
- Industrial Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Plant Science And Biotechnology
- Statistics
- Zoology
Faculty of Social Sciences
- Economics
- Geography
- Mass Communication
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
Postgraduate School:
Through its several faculties, Benue State University also provides a comprehensive range of postgraduate programs, such as Master’s degrees, Ph.D. programs, and postgraduate certificates.
The National Universities Commission (NUC) and other pertinent professional bodies have accredited BSU’s programs.
Benue State University contributes to the intellectual and socioeconomic growth of the region and gives access to high-quality education, making it a major player in Nigeria’s educational scene, especially in the north-central area.
