Cyber Security as a course is concerned with the maintenance and monitoring of a computer system to prevent a cyber attack.
Studying Cyber Security in Nigerian universities is four (4) years.
Cyber Security is a good and lucrative course to study in Nigeria. There are many opportunities for Cyber Security graduates within and outside the country.
Federal, State and Private universities in Nigeria offer Cyber Security degree programmes.
This post contains the list of accredited universities for Cyber Security programmes in Nigeria.
Also, you will see the JAMB UTME and O’level requirements for Cyber Security.
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Federal Universities That Offer Cyber Security in Nigeria
Here is the list of Cyber Security universities that offer Cyber Security as a course in Nigeria;
| SN | Federal University Offering Cyber Security | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayero University Kano (BUK) | Kano State |
| 2 | Federal University Birnin-Kebbi | Kebbi State |
| 3 | Federal University Dutse | Jigawa State |
| 4 | Federal University Dustin-Ma | Kastina State |
| 5 | Nigerian Army University | Borno State |
| 6 | Nigerian Defence Academy | Kaduna State |
| 7 | Air Force Institute of Technology | Kaduna State |
| 8 | Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) | Imo State |
State Universities That Offer Cyber Security in Nigeria
Here is the list of State universities that offer Cyber Security as a course in Nigeria;
| SN | State University Offering Cyber Security | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Technica University, Ibadan | Oyo State |
| 2 | University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) | Delta State |
| 3. | Rivers State University | Rivers State |
Private Universities That Offer Cyber Security in Nigeria
Here is the list of Private universities that offer Cyber Security as a course in Nigeria;
| SN | Private University Offering Cyber Security | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Admiralty University of Nigeria | Delta State |
| 2 | Augustine University, Ilara | Lagos State |
| 3 | Ahman Pategi University | Kwara State |
| 4 | Al-Hikmah University | Kwara State |
| 5 | Ave-Maria University | Nasarawa State |
| 6 | Bingham University | Nasarawa State |
| 7 | Bowen University | Osun |
| 8 | Caleb University | Lagos State |
| 9 | Capital City University | Kano State |
| 10 | Caritas University | Enugu State |
| 11 | Chrisland University | Ogun State |
| 12 | Dominion University, Ibadan | Oyo State |
| 13 | Elizade University | Ondo State |
| 14 | Havilla University | Cross Rivers |
| 15 | Karl Kumm University | Plateau State |
| 16 | Khadija University | Jigawa State |
| 17 | Kings University | Osun State |
| 18 | Koldaisi University | Oyo State |
| 19 | Kwararafa University | Taraba State |
| 20 | Lead University | Oyo State |
| 21 | Maryam Abacha University of Nigeria | Kano State |
| 22 | Mewar University Nigeria | Nasarawa State |
| 23 | Michael and Cecilia Ibru University | Delta State |
| 24 | mountain Top University | Ogun State |
| 25 | Nile University | Abuja |
| 26 | NOK University, Kachia | Kaduna State |
| 27 | Novena University, Ogume | Delta State |
| 28 | Ritman University | Akwa Ibom |
| 29 | University of Offa | Kwara State |
Open & Distance Learning
| SN | CDeL Offering Cyber Security | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Open University of Nigeria | Abuja |
Admission Requirements
Direct Entry Requirements
(i) Two (2) ‘A-Level passes in science subjects, including Mathematics
(ii) NCE merit in Mathematics and one (1) other Science or Social Science subject.
JAMB Requirements
Five (5) SSC credit passes to include English Language, Mathematics, and Physics plus two (2) other Science subjects.
Mathematics, Physics, and one (1) of Biology, Chemistry, Agric Science, Economics, and Geography.
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Can I use GCE result to study cyber security in UNIBAD
Sultan,
The university of Ibadan does not offer cyber security.
Please what is the best University to study cyber security in Nigeria at it best rate. and the jamb cut off marks for any University cause i have none on my mind
Plus when is jamb registration starting
Thanks for the reply ?
Here are some of the top universities in Nigeria that offer cybersecurity programs:
1. Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA): FUTMINNA is a well-respected institution with a strong reputation for its cybersecurity program. The university offers a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology with a specialization in Cybersecurity. The JAMB cut-off mark for the program is 180.
2. Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA): FUTA is another reputable university with a solid cybersecurity program. The university offers a B.Sc in Information and Communication Technology with a specialization in Cybersecurity. The JAMB cut-off mark for the program is 180.
3. Kano University of Science and Technology (KUST): KUST is a leading university in northern Nigeria that offers a B.Sc in Computer Science with a specialization in Cybersecurity. The JAMB cut-off mark for the program is 170.
4. Ibrahim Babangida University (IBU): IBU is a university located in Niger State that offers a B.Sc in Information Technology with a specialization in Cybersecurity. The JAMB cut-off mark for the program is 160.
5. Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO): FUTO is a university located in Imo State that offers a B.Sc in Computer Science with a specialization in Cybersecurity. The JAMB cut-off mark for the program is 160.
These are just a few of the many universities in Nigeria that offer cybersecurity programs. The best university for you will depend on your individual needs and preferences.
The JAMB form will be available in the first quarter of next year.
Please in school listed above which one is best to offer cyber security and what is the cut off mark need in the course….buh I was hoping on Kano university
Bayero University Kano (BUK) is the best.
Does lasu offer cybersecurity currently cause I heard there is cybersecurity in lasu
Basit,
LASU is not currently accredited by JAMB for the Cybersecurity undergraduate programme.
Please what is the cutoff mark for cyber security in JAMB and required subject in JAMB and WAEC.
Eifunmi,
What school?
Can I study Cyber Security despite presently studying Criminology and Security Studies in National Open University of Nigeria.
Yes, Oludare
What school do you want to apply to to study Cyber Security?
Would I be able to get admissions for cyber security with this subject combination :
*Use Of English
*Maths
*Physics
* Economic
Temidayo,
What university?
What the jamb court of mark for cyber security
Kano Uni
180
Would I be offer admissions with this subject combination for cyber security:
*English
*Maths
*Physics
*Economic
Temidayo,
What university?
Good afternoon.
I finished in science from the University.Can I study cyber security as a master student from mountain top university, technical university or NOUN ?
Yes, Johnson.
You can apply for Cyber Security if you meet the admission requirements.
Hello
What’s the cut off mark for cyber security in custech for 2023/2024
Sally,
The cut off mark is not yet out.
Does confluence university offer cyber security
Yes,
Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi State offers Cyber Security.
Can someone that score 159 in jamb got admission to study in custech ?
Monsur,
What course?
Hi sir am divine..I want to ask can I study this cyber crime course without having computer in my waec
Hello Divine,
You can study Cyber Crime with the following subject combination; Mathematics, Physics and one (1) of Biology, Chemistry, Agric Science, Economics and Geography.
What university are you applying to?
Pls what is the cutoff mark for studying Cyber security in Futo
Daniel,
The cut off mark will be out after the JAMB and Post UTME exams.
Sir does kwasu offers cyber security
No
Do imsu offer cyber security
Delight,
IMSU does not offer Cyber Security.
Hello
I am a graduate of Philosophy(B.A) and I would love to get a Master Degree in Cyber security, is it possible since I was never a science student?
Fauziyat,
It is possible.
But you have to check with the specific requirement of the school you are applying to study cyber security.
Let me know if you have any further questions.
Pls Blessing, I am a HND holder is it possible for me to study cybersecurity in any of the universities offering the course and how many years can I study?
Yes, Alex
The duration for direct entry candidates is three (3) years.
can i study cyber security as a commercial syudent.
and is it also a part time course?
Marcus,
Here is the O’level subject combination for Cyber security; Five (5) SSC credit passes to include English Language, Mathematics, and Physics plus two (2) other Science subjects.
The possibility of running a part-time programme depends on the university you are applying to for admission.
Needed to get a full scale update to this whole cyber sec. Stuff.
1. From what I’m seeing here it simply means there is no school offering this course here in rivers state’
2. Is the cyber course a must full day school, or per time inclusive.
3. Is there any online school offering the course like NOUN
Thanks princemark
1. Rivers State University offers the course.
2. You can offer the course part-time in NOUN.
3. Yes, NOUN offers cyber security.
Let me know if you have further questions.
Plsss sir can I study cyber security in lasu
Hello Inyang
LASU does not offer Cyber security.
How can I offer cyber security course but I am in art class
Tunde,
You must have a minimum credit in the relevant O’level subject combination to study Cyber Security at the university.
Thanks you miss blessings I will love to study Cyber security because it my dream course
I wish you success.
I’m an art student and I want to study cyber security. Please tell me what to do.
Collins,
The only requirement is to get the O’level subjects in your WAEC or NECO for cyber security.
Let me know if you have any further questions.
Can I apply DE in Cyber Security with my ND in Computer Science?
Yes, Naseer,
What school are you applying to study Cyber Security?
can i offer cyber security in NDA
Yes,
The Nigerian Defence Academy offers cyber security.
Please which university offers cyber security in South West Region
The table contains the list of universities offering cyber security in South West Region
Is nigrian police academy offering cyber scurity course
No,
The Nigerian Police Academy does not offer Cyber Security yet.
Can a working personnel study cybersecurity course for a diploma certificate in any of the institution?
Yes, in schools that offer diploma programmes.
Pls can I study cyber security with 172 if yes which university?
Hamisu,
You can apply to State universities.
Good day sir.
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