About Nasarawa State University, Keffi
Established in 2001 under Nasarawa State Law, Nasarawa State University, Keffi aims to provide quality university education and prepare graduates with skills for successful careers. Located in Keffi, a traditional town in north-central Nigeria, it has a rich history, and its inhabitants mainly engage in tin and columbite mining and farming.
The university comprises ten faculties and colleges, offering a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate degree programmes. Its motto, 'knowledge for development,' underscores its commitment to advancing social, economic, and technological development in the state and nation.
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- 13%Percentage of International Students(1)
- 13.2No. of students per staff(1)
- 16,751Number of FTE Students(1)
- 26%Proportion of ISR Publications(1)
- 42 : 58Student Ratio of Females to Males(1)
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Subjects taught at Nasarawa State University, Keffi
Life sciences
- Agriculture & Forestry
Arts & humanities
- Languages, Literature & Linguistics
- Art, Performing Arts & Design
- Archaeology
- History, Philosophy & Theology
Business & economics
- Business & Management
- Economics & Econometrics
- Accounting & Finance
Physical sciences
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Geology, Environmental, Earth & Marine Sciences
- Physics & Astronomy
- Chemistry
Engineering & technology
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- General Engineering
Psychology
- Psychology
Law
- Law
Computer science
- Computer Science
Social sciences
- Communication & Media Studies
- Geography
- Politics & International Studies (incl Development Studies)
- Sociology
Education
- Education
Clinical, pre-clinical & health
- Other Health