Big Win for COOU: NUC Grants Full Accreditation to Key Courses — What This Means for You
In a major academic breakthrough, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) has officially received full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) for several core programmes.
This was confirmed in an official memo dated April 29, 2025, signed by Engr. Abraham Chundusu, the Acting Director of Accreditation at NUC.
What Does Full Accreditation Really Mean?
If you’re a student — or planning to apply — full accreditation is a major milestone. It means your course meets the national educational standards set by the NUC. These standards cover:
- Quality of teaching
- Learning materials
- Facilities
- Staff qualifications
In simple terms: A fully accredited programme means your degree is valid and recognized. Without it, your certificate might not be accepted by employers, government agencies, or universities for further studies.
Courses at COOU That Received Full NUC Approval
Following the NUC’s accreditation exercise conducted between October and November 2024, COOU received full accreditation for the following academic programmes:
- Medicine and Surgery
- Nursing Sciences
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Physiology
- M.Sc. in Accounting
- M.Sc. in Public Administration
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Geology
- Statistics
- Teacher Education in:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Economics
Students enrolled in these programmes can now be confident that their degrees meet all national standards.
Why This Matters for Students
Whether you’re currently studying at COOU or considering applying, full accreditation offers several important benefits:
- Your degree is officially recognized both in Nigeria and abroad
- You’ll receive a quality education supported by proper facilities and qualified staff
- You’ll be better prepared for job applications, further studies, or professional certifications
This is a major step toward securing your academic and professional future.
Leadership Behind the Success
The university’s management expressed gratitude to Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR, Governor of Anambra State and Visitor to the University, for his strong backing. His leadership played a key role in helping COOU achieve these accreditations.
A Positive Sign for Higher Education in Nigeria
COOU’s achievement highlights what’s possible when universities are properly supported and held to high standards. It’s a win not just for the school, but for the entire educational landscape in Anambra State and Nigeria as a whole.
With these accreditations secured, COOU is now positioned as one of the country’s trusted institutions for higher learning.
Planning to apply to COOU? Now is a great time to join a university that’s committed to quality and academic excellence.
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