NUC Approves Four New Degree Courses for LASU
Lagos State University (LASU) has achieved a significant milestone in its academic progress by receiving approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to introduce four new full-time undergraduate programs within its Faculty of Computing and Information Technology.
As stated in a press release issued by Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile, Deputy Registrar and Coordinator of the Centre for Information and Public Relations at LASU on Tuesday, 18th November 2025, this development will enhance the university’s reputation as a frontrunner in technology-focused education.
The release notes that the approval, communicated in a letter dated 3rd November 2025 and signed by Mr. Abubakar M. Girei, the Acting Director of Academic Planning, on behalf of the NUC’s Executive Secretary, followed a recent thorough resource verification visit to LASU conducted by panels of experts assigned to evaluate the availability of human and material resources for the proposed programs.
Consequently, the following four programs have been approved, effective from the 2025/2026 academic session:
- B.Sc. Cyber Security
- B.Sc. Software Engineering
- B.Sc. Information and Communication Technology
- B.Sc. Data Science
“This initiative highlights Lagos State University’s dedication to delivering advanced education that is in line with global technological progress. However, it is important to mention that the approval is only applicable to full-time study formats.
“Through the expansion of its academic programs, Lagos State University reinforces its commitment to developing expertise in the field of computing and preparing graduates with the necessary skills to thrive in Nigeria’s digital economy and beyond,” the announcement stated.
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