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Agriculture and Bioresources Engineering
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Program Status: OPEN
Bachelors (B.Sc) - Full time
Fees: ₦116,050
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Program Summary

Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering is a multidisciplinary field that applies engineering principles to agriculture, food production, and environmental management. It focuses on designing and improving systems, machinery, and processes to enhance agricultural productivity, sustainability, and efficiency. The course integrates knowledge from mechanical, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering with biological and environmental sciences to address challenges in food production, soil and water conservation, post-harvest technology, and renewable energy.

 

Students in this field learn about farm machinery design, irrigation systems, precision agriculture, greenhouse technology, and bioresource utilization. The program also covers sustainable land and water management, environmental impact assessment, and the development of eco-friendly agricultural technologies. With advancements in biotechnology and automation, the discipline is evolving to include smart farming techniques, robotics, and data-driven agricultural solutions.

 

Graduates can pursue careers in agricultural equipment manufacturing, food processing, environmental conservation, bioenergy production, research, and consultancy. The field plays a crucial role in ensuring food security, sustainable resource management, and technological advancements in modern agriculture.

Requirements

Entry Requirements Candidates who have passed the W.A.S.C. (with credit) or General Certificate of Education G.C.E.(Ordinary Level) or Senior School Certificate Examinations in 5 credits including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and English Language in not more than two sittings may be admitted into the five-year programme through the U.M.E. entrance requirements. Applicants who have passed the Higher School Certificate (H.S.C.) (Principal Level) or G.C.E. (Advanced Level) in Physics and Mathematics, with Chemistry (at Ordinary or Advanced Level) in addition to other University minimum entry requirements, may be admitted into the four-year programme as direct entry students.

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Application fee: ₦10,000

Deadline: 2024-08-23


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