Ekiti State Polytechnic Receives NBTE Accreditation for 17 New Programs

Ekiti State Polytechnic in Isan-Ekiti has secured approval from the National Board for Technical Education to run 17 additional academic programs, nearly quadrupling its course offerings.

The approval increases the institution's total programs from six to 23, covering both National Diploma and Higher National Diploma levels across multiple disciplines.

Expanded Academic Offerings

The new programs span traditional and emerging technology fields. National Diploma options now include Accountancy, Agricultural Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Cooperative Economics, Hospitality Management Technology, Food Science and Technology, Library Information Science, Public Administration, Statistics, Science Laboratory Technology, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Electronics Engineering Technology.

At the Higher National Diploma level, students can pursue Accountancy, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Software and Web Development, along with advanced specializations in agriculture and electrical engineering.

What This Means for Students

Prospective students now have significantly more options when considering EKSPOLY. The inclusion of cutting-edge programs like Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity reflects growing demand for technology skills in Nigeria's job market.

Rector Dr. Sunday Osinkolu Ajeigbe described the approval as a major milestone resulting from collaborative efforts by the institution's academic and administrative teams. The expansion positions EKSPOLY as a comprehensive technical education center in Ekiti State.

Program Accreditation Importance

NBTE accreditation ensures that programs meet national quality standards for polytechnic education. Graduates from accredited programs can pursue further education and professional certification without credential recognition issues.

The approval process involves rigorous assessment of facilities, faculty qualifications, curriculum design, and institutional resources. EKSPOLY's successful application demonstrates the institution's readiness to deliver quality technical education across these new disciplines.

Application Information

Students interested in these programs should monitor EKSPOLY's official channels for admission requirements and application timelines for upcoming academic sessions.

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Source: Ekiti State Polytechnic Management