Admission

Admission into Computer Engineering

Welcome to the Admission Information Page of the Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK).

The Department offers a five-year undergraduate Computer Engineering programme leading to the award of a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree. Admission is subject to the University's approved admission requirements and the regulations of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

1. Undergraduate Admission

Admission into the undergraduate Computer Engineering programme is through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE), subject to the University's approved admission procedures for the relevant academic session.

2. UTME Admission Requirements

Applicants seeking admission through UTME should:

  • Obtain the required UTME score for the programme, as determined by the University for the relevant admission session.
  • Possess at least five (5) O'Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, subject to the specific Computer Engineering subject requirements.
  • Meet the approved UTME subject combination for Computer Engineering.
  • Participate in the University's Post-UTME or other approved admission screening exercise.
  • Ensure that the required O'Level results are uploaded to the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).

Important: Applicants should confirm the exact O'Level subject requirements, UTME subject combination and departmental eligibility criteria through the University's official admission portal before completing their applications.

3. Direct Entry Admission

Candidates seeking admission through Direct Entry must satisfy the University's general Direct Entry requirements and the programme-specific qualifications approved for Computer Engineering.

  • Candidates must possess the required O'Level credits for the programme.
  • Candidates must possess an acceptable advanced qualification recognised by the University and JAMB for Direct Entry admission.
  • Relevant A'Level, National Diploma or other approved qualifications must meet the University's current departmental admission criteria.
  • Candidates must upload the required qualifications and supporting documents to the appropriate admission platforms.

The acceptability of a particular qualification and its equivalence for Direct Entry admission must be confirmed from the University's current admission guidelines.

4. Post-UTME Screening

Eligible UTME candidates are required to participate in the University's admission screening exercise as announced for the relevant academic session.

Applicants should regularly visit the official University website and admission portal for announcements concerning:

  • Post-UTME registration and screening procedures.
  • Application fees and payment instructions.
  • Screening dates and deadlines.
  • Eligibility requirements and approved subject combinations.
  • Admission lists and subsequent admission instructions.

5. Application Procedure

  1. Visit the official UNIZIK admission website and read the admission guidelines for the relevant academic session.
  2. Confirm that you meet the UTME or Direct Entry requirements for Computer Engineering.
  3. Create or access your application account through the University's official admission portal.
  4. Complete the required application details and make payment only through the University's approved payment channels.
  5. Upload your O'Level results and other required credentials.
  6. Submit your application and follow the University's announcements concerning screening and admission.
  7. Monitor your admission status through the University portal and JAMB CAPS.

6. Official Admission Links

Applicants should use the following official University resources:

7. Important Notice to Applicants

Admission requirements, UTME cut-off marks, screening procedures and application deadlines may change from one academic session to another. Applicants are advised to rely on the latest official announcements issued by Nnamdi Azikiwe University and JAMB.

The Department of Computer Engineering does not recommend payment to unauthorised individuals or agents for admission processing. All application payments should be made through officially approved University channels.

8. Departmental Enquiries

For academic programme information and departmental enquiries, please use the official contact details published on the Department's Contact page.

Contact the Department of Computer Engineering