Approved Polytechnics in Nigeria Offering B.Sc Degrees and Their Courses

In recent years, several polytechnics in Nigeria have expanded their academic scope by offering Bachelor’s degree programmes. This change gives students more options beyond the usual National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND), allowing them to earn university-level qualifications directly from polytechnics.

This move is reshaping Nigeria’s higher education system, making polytechnics more competitive and closing the gap between universities and technical institutions. 

Below are some of the approved polytechnics in Nigeria now awarding B.Sc, B.Ed, and B.Tech degrees along with their available courses.

Federal Polytechnic, Offa (Kwara State)

Federal Polytechnic Offa has become one of the leading institutions offering Bachelor’s degree programmes through affiliations with recognised universities.

Students can now study for degrees in various science and engineering disciplines, combining practical polytechnic training with university-level education.

Available B.Sc Programmes include:

• Computer Science
  
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  
• Mechanical Engineering
  
• Food Science and Technology
  

These programmes are designed to give students both theoretical knowledge and technical skills, preparing them for careers in industries that demand innovation and problem-solving.

Kaduna Polytechnic (Kaduna State)

Kaduna Polytechnic has also joined the list of degree-awarding institutions. The school now runs several B.Sc and B.Ed programmes alongside its ND and HND courses.

One of its standout programmes is Agric and Home Science Education, which blends classroom learning with practical experience to meet the needs of Nigeria’s growing agricultural and home economics sectors.

By integrating Bachelor’s degrees into its curriculum, Kaduna Polytechnic aims to make its graduates more competitive in both the public and private sectors.

Lagos City Polytechnic (Lagos State)

As one of the country’s foremost private polytechnics, Lagos City Polytechnic has expanded its academic offerings by introducing Bachelor’s degree programmes.

The institution’s B.Sc courses are designed to give students access to higher qualifications without the need to transfer to a university. This move also makes the school more attractive to students looking for flexible but credible study options.

Lagos City Polytechnic’s initiative reflects the growing interest among private polytechnics to strengthen their academic reputation and provide more comprehensive education opportunities.

Stanford Polytechnic

Stanford Polytechnic has confirmed that it offers Bachelor’s degrees in selected disciplines through partnerships with accredited universities.

The institution’s Bachelor Degree (BD) programmes are aimed at giving students a chance to earn university-recognised qualifications within a polytechnic setting.

This approach shows a commitment to academic excellence while promoting practical learning, a balance that has always been the strength of polytechnic education.

This is a new phase for Nigerian Polytechnics

The inclusion of B.Sc, B.Ed, and B.Tech programmes in Nigerian polytechnics signals a major transformation in the country’s tertiary education system.

With both public and private polytechnics now offering degree options, students have more flexible pathways to achieve their academic and career goals. It also means that the long-standing gap between polytechnic and university education is gradually fading, paving the way for a more unified and practical higher education structure in Nigeria.