Al-Istiqama University Secures NUC Approval for New Academic Programmes

Al-Istiqama University Sumaila Gets N.U.C Approval for MBBS, Law & 20 Other Academic Programmes.

The Management of Al-Istiqama University Sumaila (AUSU) wishes to inform the general public that the National Universities Commission (N.U.C) has approved Twenty-two (22) new undergraduate programmes for the University.

Accordingly, interested candidates who sat for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and possess the appropriate UTME subjects combination for any of the newly approved or existing programmes are invited to change their institution of choice to Al-Istiqama University Sumaila on the JAMB CAPS.

It is my distinct pleasure, on behalf of the Management and Senate of Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila, to announce a significant expansion of our academic offerings with the introduction of several new, cutting-edge degree programmes.

At Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila, we are committed to providing a modern, robust, and competitive education that equips our graduates with the skills and adaptability needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

In response to the evolving needs of the job market and the nation’s focus on key growth areas, we have developed these programmes to address critical skill gaps and prepare students for the careers of tomorrow.

Effective for the 2025/2026 Academic Session, the following new programmes will be offered:

▪ MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
▪ LL.B Common & Islamic Law (Combined)
▪ Doctor of Physiotherapy
▪ Doctor of Optometry
▪ B. Dental Therapy
▪ B. Radiography
▪ B.Sc. Audiology
▪ B.Sc. Complimentary & Alternative Medicine
▪ B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics
▪ B. Eng. Biomedical Engineering
▪ B. Eng. Civil Engineering
▪ B. Eng. Computer Engineering
▪ B. Tech. Architecture
▪ B. Tech. Building
▪ B. Tech. Quantity Surveying
▪ B.Sc. Medicinal Chemistry
▪ B.Sc. Medical Physics
▪ B.Sc. Forensic Science
▪ B.Sc. Industrial Mathematics
▪ B.Sc. Mass Communication
▪ B.Sc. Business Administration
▪ B.Sc. Public Administration

These new programmes have received the necessary approvals from the National Universities Commission (NUC) and align with the institution’s strategic vision of fostering innovation and producing globally competitive graduates.

Prospective students, parents, and partners are encouraged to visit the university website or admissions portal for more information on the curriculum, faculty, and transparent admission criteria.

University Website: www.ausumaila.edu.ng
Admissions Portal: https://ausu.admissions.cloud

We are excited to embark on this new chapter and look forward to welcoming the next cohort of innovative and purpose-driven students who will shape the future.

Signed:
Professor Abdulhadi Sale Kumurya
Vice-Chancellor
Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila
Kano State, Nigeria

Media Contact:
Abubakar Umar Danlami
Head, Corporate and Marketing Directorate
Email: infor.ausu@ausumaila.edu.ng
Phone: +2348060302927

University Website: www.ausumaila.edu.ng
Admissions Portal: https://ausu.admissions.cloud