13. July 2025
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List of 4-Year Science Courses in Nigeria – Academic Categories
Nigerian universities offer a wide range of 4-year science degree programs designed to equip students with theoretical and practical skills across multiple disciplines. Below is a structured list of these courses grouped by specialization.
Quick Insight: These 4-year science programs mostly lead to a B.Sc. degree and are foundational for further specialization, research, or employment across sectors like healthcare, ICT, agriculture, and industry.
Biological & Life Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Microbiology
- Botany
- Zoology
- Genetics and Biotechnology
- Molecular Biology
- Plant Science and Biotechnology
- Marine Biology
- Environmental Biology
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Industrial Chemistry
- Physics
- Applied Physics
- Physics with Electronics
- Geophysics
Computer & Information Sciences
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Software Engineering
- Information Systems
Environmental & Earth Sciences
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Geography
- Meteorology
- Hydrology and Water Resources
- Environmental Management and Toxicology
Mathematics & Statistics
- Mathematics
- Applied Mathematics
- Statistics
- Mathematics with Computer Science
Health & Medical Sciences (Non-clinical)
- Medical Laboratory Science (Some schools offer this as a 4-year program)
- Public Health
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Health Education
- Nutrition and Dietetics
Agricultural & Allied Sciences
- Agricultural Science
- Animal Science
- Crop Science
- Soil Science
- Agricultural Economics
- Fisheries and Aquaculture
Engineering-related Sciences
- Industrial Physics
- Industrial Mathematics
- Food Science and Technology
- Building Technology
- Material Science
Note: Some of these may be 4 or 5 years depending on the institution.
Final Thoughts
Science degree courses in Nigeria provide a robust platform for students seeking careers in innovation, health, sustainability, and technology. Prospective students are encouraged to verify course duration and accreditation with the university and NUC before applying.
Note: Some professional science courses like Medicine, Pharmacy, and core Engineering programs may span 5 to 6 years. Always confirm with the university’s latest handbook or admission office.
