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Programme · BSc

BSc Public Administration.

  • Duration 4 years
  • Credits 120–180
  • Mode Full-time
  • Accreditation Fully accredited
I. About

About the programme.

Programme description pending.

Department Department of Political Science, International Relations & Public Administration
Faculty College of Arts, Social and Management Sciences
Code BSc-PADM
II. Curriculum

Four levels, one journey.

58 courses across 4 levels, totalling 130 credits. Each level builds on the last; the final year culminates in a capstone project.

Download the approved curriculum (PDF)

100 Level
15 courses 32 credits
Code Course Cr. Sem Type
GST111 Communication in English I Listening and speaking skills, reading and writing techniques, language and society. Builds the academic English foundation expected of all… 2 1 Core GST
AMS101 Principles of Management 2 1 Core
AMS103 Introduction to Computers 2 1 Core
CUL-PAD101 Elements of Public Administration 3 1 Core
CUL-POL101 Introduction to Political Science 2 1 Core
CUL-PAD113 Introduction to Sociology 2 1 Core
CUL-POL103 Organisation of Government 2 1 Core
CULPOL107 Introduction to Economic 2 1 Core
GST112 Nigerian Peoples & Culture Indigenous cultures, value systems, social institutions, contemporary issues. Required NUC general-studies course. 2 2 Core GST
AMS102 Basic Mathematics 2 2 Core
AMS104 Principles of Project Management 2 2 Core GST
CULPAD 106 Leadership and Governance 3 2 Core
CUL-PAD110 Introduction to Globalization 2 2 Core
CUL-PAD112 Basic Statistics 2 2 Core
CUL-PAD108 Introduction to Psychology 2 2 Core
200 Level
14 courses 32 credits
Code Course Cr. Sem Type
ENT211 Entrepreneurship & Innovation Business idea generation, opportunity recognition, business model design, startup financing. Required NUC course aligning graduates with na… 2 1 Core GST
PAD201 Introduction to Public Administration 3 1 Core
PAD205 Office Administration 2 1 Core
PAD 209 Ecology of Public Administration 3 1 Core
POL 213 Gender and Politics 2 1 Core
CUL P 211 Politics and Media 2 1 Core
CULPOL209 Comparative Politics 2 1 Core
GST212 Philosophy, Logic and Human Existence 2 2 Core GST
SSC202 Introduction to Computer and its Application 3 2 Core
PAD202 Nigerian Governament and Administration 2 2 Core
PAD212 Rural and Community Development 2 2 Core
CUL-PAD208 New Public Management 3 2 Core
CULPOL210 State-Local Government Relations 2 2 Core
POL204 Foundation of Political Economy 2 2 Core
300 Level
16 courses 34 credits
Code Course Cr. Sem Type
SSC301 Innovation in the Social Sciences 2 1 Core
PAD301 Administrative Theory 2 1 Core
PAD303 International Administration 2 1 Core
PAD305 Public Personnel Administration 3 1 Core
PAD307 Research Methods 3 1 Core
PAD309 Comparative Local Government 2 1 Core
PAD311 Public Finance 2 1 Core
PAD313 Administrative Law 2 1 Core
SSC 312 Peace and Conflict Resolution 2 2 Core
ENT312 Venture Creation 2 2 Core GST
PAD302 Administration Behaviour 2 2 Core
PAD306 Development Administration 2 2 Core
PAD308 E-Government 2 2 Core
PAD310 Inter-Governmental Relations 2 2 Core
PAD312 Traditional Administrative System in Nigeria 2 2 Core
CUL-PAD320 Gender and Administration 2 2 Core
400 Level
13 courses 32 credits
Code Course Cr. Sem Type
PAD401 Theory and Practice Planning 2 1 Core
PAD403 Public Police of Analysis 3 1 Core
PAD405 Workshop in Public Administration 2 1 Core
PAD407 Public Finance Administration 3 1 Core
PAD409 Public Service Ethics and Accountability 2 1 Core
PAD411 Social and Welfare Administration in Nigeria 2 1 Core
CUL-PAD413 Global Environment Issuing 2 1 Core
PAD402 Public Project Analysis and Management 2 2 Core
PAD404 Public Enterprises Management 2 2 Core
PAD490 Research Project 6 2 Core
PAD408 Comaparative Public Administration 2 2 Core
CUL-POL416 Metropolitan Economic Management 2 2 Core
CUL-POL414 Nigerian Environmental Policy 2 2 Core

Course descriptions and learning outcomes are reviewed annually in line with NUC CCMAS guidelines and industry feedback.  Download the approved curriculum (PDF) →

III. Learning outcomes

What you'll be able to do.

Detailed learning outcomes for this programme are being finalised. Contact admissions for an indicative outline.

VI. Assessment

How you'll be assessed.

Continuous + summative

Each course carries continuous assessment plus a summative end-of-semester examination. Specific weights and formats are detailed in each course outline.

External examiners

In line with NUC requirements, qualified academics from other Nigerian universities review examination questions, moderate marks, and assess degree projects.

CCMAS compliance

The programme follows the National Universities Commission's Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards.

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