UNN Requirements to study Pharmacy 2025/2026

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UNN Requirements to Study Pharmacy: Are you looking for the requirements that are needed to study Pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)? Then you are on the right page.

First, we are going to talk about the qualifications needed for you to be able to apply for Pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN). Then we can also talk about your UTME JAMB score that you need to enhance your chances of gaining admission into the Department of Pharmacy in UNN. We will talk about the current school fees for Pharmacy students and lots more, so let’s start.

Where is the UNN Department of Pharmacy Located?

UNN Department of Pharmacy is located at the Nsukka Campus. The University of Nigeria, Nsukka has two major campuses  one is at Enugu (UNEC) while the other is at Nsukka (UNN). All those who want to study Pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka should have it in mind that the location of the Department of Pharmacy is at Nsukka. This means that if you gain admission to study Pharmacy in UNN, you will start from 100 level at Nsukka Campus and finish your 600 level at Nsukka Campus. You are not going to be transferred to another campus like UNEC.

How Much Are the Current School Fees for the Department of Pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka?

Below are the school fees for the Department of Pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN):

Department of Pharmacy School Fees is ₦120,550

Other students of the Department of Pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) are paying the school fees below:

Level & Fee

  • 100 = ₦120,550
  • 200 = ₦96,650
  • 300 = ₦84,000
  • 400 = ₦84,000
  • 500 = ₦80,000
  • 600 = ₦80,000

UNN Department of Pharmacy Requirements

Below is the UNN Department of Pharmacy Requirements to study a six-year program to gain a Doctorate in Pharmacy (Doctor of Pharmacy)

Candidates applying for the Six-year standard program through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) must have credits in these subject combinations:

  • English Language
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Biology in their Senior Secondary School Certificate or an equivalent qualification. They must also meet the minimum university entry requirements.

Requirements to study Pharmacy with the Five-Year Direct Entry Program

Students applying for the five-year program through Direct Entry must have passes in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology (or Botany or Zoology) at the Higher School Certificate (Principal Level) and credits in English and Mathematics in their Senior Secondary School Certificate or an equivalent qualification. These Advanced Level passes should be obtained in no more than two sittings. Additionally, holders of a first degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in medical sciences, veterinary medicine, or biological sciences may be admitted through direct entry.

The general Cut-off mark for you to apply for Pharmacy or other Courses is 160 in UNN, you might be admitted when you apply with a score from 160 and above but I (Campus Informant) will advise you score above 240 to 270 in the UTME-JAMB exam to have a better chance of gaining admission into the Department of Pharmacy at UNN.

What will determine your Average score for admission into the department of Pharmacy in UNN?

Your JAMB score and your Screening score will determine your average score which will eh use for admission.

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Courses you can apply if you didn’t meet the Department off mark for pharmacy

  • Biochemistry
  • Animal Science
  • Microbiology
  • Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Combined Biological Sciences, Etc.

Conclusion

If your dream course is Pharmacy and you want to study it at UNN, I advise you to prepare very well to have a good O’level result and a high JAMB score. This will greatly increase your chances of gaining admission to study Pharmacy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN).

Remember, anything concerning departmental cut-off marks can change in every academic session. We recommend that you always check the UNN official website for the latest information and updates.

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Frequently asked Questions

Can I use two sitting O’level results to apply for Pharmacy at UNN?

Yes, according to the requirement, the UNN Pharmacy Department did not indicate that they won’t accept two sitting O’level results.

What Is the Cut-off mark for Pharmacy at UNN?

It not specific but through research a UTME score of 270 and above has a chance of getting Pharmacy at UNN, with a good O’level result.

What Is the Degree for Pharmacy at UNN?

Doctor of Pharmacy.

How many years is Pharmacy studied at UNN?

Pharmacy is a 6 years course at the university of Nigeria nsukka (UNN).

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    • For now Unn hasn’t determined the method they will be using for her post Utme ? So always come back here because we are going to update this site immediately they announce their methods

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