Al-Hikmah University is one of Nigeria's leading private universities, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines. Located in Ilorin, Kwara State, the university is recognised by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and is known for combining quality education with strong moral and Islamic values.

Established in 2005 by the AbdulRaeem Oladimeji Islamic Foundation (AROIF) in partnership with the World Assembly of Muslim Youths (WAMY), Al-Hikmah University commenced academic activities during the 2005/2006 academic session. Since then, it has expanded significantly, offering programmes through several colleges across its Ilorin and Igbaja campuses.

Whether you are planning to apply through UTME, Direct Entry, or pursue a postgraduate degree, understanding the available courses will help you choose a programme that matches your career goals. You can also check the Al-Hikmah University cut off mark to prepare for the admission process.

Al-Hikmah University Admission Requirements

Before applying for admission, candidates must meet the university's basic entry requirements.

Applicants must:

  • Have a valid JAMB UTME result.

  • Possess at least five credit passes in WAEC, NECO or NABTEB in not more than two sittings.

  • Have a credit pass in English Language for all courses.

  • Meet the Mathematics requirement where applicable.

  • Participate in the Post UTME Screening

  • Direct Entry candidates must obtain the JAMB Direct Entry form and possess acceptable qualifications.

Al-Hikmah University Undergraduate Courses

The university offers undergraduate programmes through different colleges.

College of Humanities

  • Arabic Studies

  • English Language

  • History and International Relations

  • Islamic Studies

College of Management Sciences

  • Accounting

  • Banking and Finance

  • Business Administration

  • Economics

  • Marketing

  • Mass Communication

  • Political Science and Conflict Resolution

  • Public Administration

  • Sociology

College of Natural and Applied Sciences

  • Agriculture

  • Biochemistry

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Computer Science

  • Cyber Security

  • Geology

  • Human Anatomy

  • Human Physiology

  • Industrial Chemistry

  • Industrial Mathematics

  • Information System

  • Library and Information Science

  • Mathematics

  • Medical Laboratory Science

  • Microbiology

  • Petroleum Chemistry

  • Physics

  • Physics with Electronics

  • Public Health

  • Software Engineering

  • Statistics

College of Law

  • LL.B Law

College of Nursing Sciences

  • B.N.Sc Nursing Science

College of Education

  • Business Education

  • Educational Management

  • Educational Technology

  • Guidance and Counselling

  • Teacher Education Science

  • Education and Arabic

  • Education and Biology

  • Education and Chemistry

  • Education and Computer Science

  • Education and Economics

  • Education and English Language

  • Education and Islamic Studies

  • Education and Mathematics

  • Education and Political Science

  • Education and Social Studies

Al-Hikmah University Postgraduate Programmes

The university also offers postgraduate diploma, master's and doctoral programmes across several disciplines.

College of Education

  • M.Ed Arabic Education

  • M.Ed Islamic Studies Education

  • M.Ed Educational Management

  • M.Ed Guidance and Counselling

  • M.Phil/PhD Arabic Education

  • M.Phil/PhD Islamic Studies Education

  • M.Phil/PhD Educational Management

  • M.Phil/PhD Guidance and Counselling

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Education

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Management

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Guidance and Counselling

College of Humanities

  • M.A Arabic

  • M.A English

  • M.A History

  • M.A Islamic Studies

  • M.Phil/PhD Arabic

  • M.Phil/PhD English

  • M.Phil/PhD History

  • M.Phil/PhD Islamic Studies

College of Management Sciences

  • M.Sc Accounting

  • M.Sc Business Administration

  • MBA (Master of Business Administration)

  • M.Sc Economics

  • M.Sc Finance

  • M.Phil/PhD Accounting

  • M.Phil/PhD Business Administration

  • M.Phil/PhD Economics

  • M.Phil/PhD Finance

  • PGD Accounting

  • PGD Business Administration

  • PGD Economics

  • PGD Management and Strategic Planning

  • M.Sc Mass Communication

  • M.Phil/PhD Mass Communication

  • PGD Mass Communication

College of Natural and Applied Sciences

  • M.Sc Biochemistry

  • M.Sc Computer Science

  • M.Sc Geology and Mineral Science

  • M.Sc Statistics

  • M.Phil/PhD Biochemistry

  • M.Phil/PhD Computer Science

  • M.Phil/PhD Geology and Mineral Science

  • M.Phil/PhD Statistics

  • PGD Computer Science

  • PGD Statistics

  • PGD Public Health

Peace and Security Studies

  • M.Sc Peace and Security Studies

  • M.Phil/PhD Peace and Security Studies

Al-Hikmah University provides students with quality teaching, modern learning facilities and a peaceful academic environment. The institution continues to expand its academic offerings while maintaining high educational standards recognised by the National Universities Commission.

Before applying, ensure you confirm the latest cut off mark, review the school fees, check the available courses, and monitor the admission list to stay updated throughout the admission process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Al-Hikmah University accredited?
A: Yes. Al-Hikmah University is fully recognised and accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

Q: Where is Al-Hikmah University located?
A: The university is located in Ilorin, Kwara State, with additional academic facilities at its Igbaja campus.

Q: Does Al-Hikmah University accept Direct Entry candidates?
A: Yes. Qualified candidates can apply through the JAMB Direct Entry admission process.

Q: Does Al-Hikmah University offer postgraduate programmes?
A: Yes. The university offers postgraduate diploma, master's and doctoral programmes in education, management sciences, humanities, natural sciences and other fields.

Q: How many O'Level credits are required for admission?
A: Candidates must have at least five relevant credit passes in WAEC, NECO or NABTEB in not more than two sittings.

Q: Is English Language compulsory for admission?
A: Yes. A credit pass in English Language is compulsory for all undergraduate programmes at Al-Hikmah University.