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Study Agriculture in Nigeria

Agriculture covers the science and business of producing food, fibre and energy – from plant and animal production to soil and water management, agricultural economics and sustainable land use.

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  1. Master

    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric) in Soil Science (Soil Chemistry, Soil Physics, Soil Microbiology, Pedology, Soil Fertility)

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  2. Master

    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric) in Food Industrial & Microbiology

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  3. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Agriculture in Animal Physiology

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  4. Master

    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric) in Crop Physiology

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Livestock Systems

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  7. Master

    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric) in Crop Ecology

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  8. Bachelor

    Soil Science and Management (Bachelor)

    Joseph Ayo Babalola University 🇳🇬 Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State, Nigeria, Nigeria

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  9. Master

    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric) in Subject Matter Extension

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  10. Bachelor

    B.Sc. Agricultural Extension

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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  11. Master

    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric) in Monogastric Animal Nutrition

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  12. Master

    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric) in Non-Ruminant Production

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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  13. Master

    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric) in Ruminant Production

    University of Agriculture Abeokuta 🇳🇬 Abeokuta, Nigeria

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Study Agriculture in Nigeria – facts and figures

In Nigeria, 20 universities and colleges offer 92 Agriculture programmes: 25 Bachelor, 31 Master and 8 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Abeokuta, Anyigba, Abakaliki and Nsukka, Enugu. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Kogi State University and Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki.

Degrees in Agriculture

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Agriculture builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Agriculture, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Agriculture programmes?

The directory lists 92 Agriculture programmes at 20 institutions in Nigeria. Popular cities include Abeokuta, Anyigba and Abakaliki.

How long does it take to study Agriculture?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Agriculture programmes in Nigeria?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Kogi State University, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, University of Nigeria, Nsukka and National Open University of Nigeria.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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