Federal Polytechnic Bauchi New Programmes 2025/2026: AI, Cyber Security, Mass Comm & More

Newly Approved Programmes Now Accepting Applications

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi has received approval for multiple new programmes across various schools for the 2025/2026 academic session. The institution now offers cutting-edge courses including Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and specialized Mass Communication options.

School of Agricultural Technology

• Animal Health (ND)
• Animal Production Technology (ND)
• Crop Production Technology (ND)
• Fisheries Technology (ND)
• Organic Agriculture (ND)

School of Environmental Technology

• Urban and Regional Planning (ND)

School of General Studies

• Crime Management
• Mass Communication with specializations in:
  • Strategic Communication & Media Studies
  • Film and Multimedia Production
  • Journalism

School of Management Science

• Taxation (ND)
• Corporate Economic and Management (ND)
• Procurement & Supply Chain Management (ND)

School of Science Technology

Computer Science (ND) with specializations in:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Networking
• Software Development

Science Laboratory Technology (ND) with Environmental Biology option

Application Requirements

• First Choice Requirement: Only candidates who selected Federal Polytechnic Bauchi as their First Choice Institution will be considered
• ND candidates must accept and print admission letters within 4 weeks of offer

Application Process

1. Visit the admission portal: portal.fptb.edu.ng
2. Click on "Online Admission"
3. Complete your personal details
4. Generate payment slip (RRR number)
5. Make payment through bank or Remita online
6. Return to portal with your application number and phone number
7. Complete the full application form
8. Submit before deadline

Application Fee

₦6,500 (non-refundable) for all programmes except ND

Payment Methods:

• Bank payment with RRR slip
• Online payment via Remita platform

Highlights of New Programmes

Computer Science Specializations

The new Computer Science programme offers industry-relevant specializations:

• Artificial Intelligence: Machine learning, data science, AI systems
• Cyber Security: Network security, ethical hacking, information protection
• Networking: Network administration, infrastructure management
• Software Development: Programming, application development, software engineering

Mass Communication Options

• Strategic Communication & Media Studies: Corporate communication, media strategy
• Film and Multimedia Production: Video production, digital media creation
• Journalism: News reporting, investigative journalism, media ethics

What Prospective Students Should Know

• These are newly approved programmes with modern curriculum
• Application fee is non-refundable—verify eligibility before payment
• First Choice requirement is strictly enforced
• ND admission offers must be accepted within 4 weeks
• Contact the polytechnic for specific entry requirements per programme