Complete List of Universities Offering Mining Engineering In Nigeria

This article contains a complete list of Nigerian universities offering Mining Engineering. It also provides answers to some frequently asked questions such as;

Define Mining Engineering?

What Is the cut off mark to study Mining Engineering?

What are the UTME subjects to study Mining Engineering?

What are the ‘O’ Level and Direct Entry requirements for studying Mining Engineering in the Nigerian universities?

What are the Career opportunities for Mining Engineering graduates in Nigeria?

What is Mining Engineering

Mining engineering is one of a discipline in engineering that involves the practice and application of extracting and processing minerals from the earth. This type of engineering deals with the locating and appraisal of mineral deposits and management of mines etc. Also, according to Marriam Webster’s Dictionary, it defines Mining Engineering as a branch of engineering which is concerned primarily with the evaluation and location of minerals, the supervision of mining operations, and also the survey of mining areas.

Universities Offering Mining Engineering In Nigeria

● Ahmadu Bello University

● Universities of Jos

● Federal University of Technology, Akure

1. Ahmadu Bello University

Established in October 1962, Ahmadu Bello University, is one of the few Nigerian universities offering this Programme, but offers it as Mining And Minerals Engineering.

Ahmadu Bello University Zaria (ABU) is a federal government-owned research university located in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The Institution was previously known as the University of Northern Nigeria.

Mining And Minerals Engineering is a programme offered under the department of Metallurgical & Materials Engineering from the Engineering faculty. Engr. Dr. E. O. A. Damisa is one of the pioneer lecturers of the department who was once the National President of the Nigerian Society of Mining Engineers (NSME).

Ahmadu Bello University Mining And Minerals Engineering 100l and 200l Courses

For 100l students, these are courses(course codes) offered in first semester; MATH101, MATH103, MATH105, PHYS111, PHYS131, PHYS161, CHEM101, CHEM121, CHEM161, COSC101, GENS101, GENS103.

While 100l students offers these courses for second semester; MATH102, MATH104, MATH106, PHYS122, PHYS124, PHYS162, CHEM112, CHEM132, CHEM162, STAT102, GENS104, GEOL102, GEOL106, ENGG102, MIEN112.

Summary: 12 courses in first semester and 15 courses in second semester = 27 courses.

200l courses offered in First Semester includes; MATH 24, MATH 243, EEEN 201, EEEN 203 CVEN 201, MEEN 201, MMEN 201, WREN 201, GENS 201, GEOL 203, GEOL 205. It has a total of 21 Credit Units.

While 200l Second Semester courses are; CHEN 202, MEEN 202, MEEN 204, MEEN 200, MEEN 208, EEEN 202, MATH 242, MATH244, MIME 222,GEOL 202,GEOL 212. All courses in total have 21 Credit Units.

For further inquiries, visit the school official website: www.abu.edu.ng/faculties/engineering/

2. University of Jos (UNIJOS)

The University of Jos is another renowned university in northern Nigeria offering Mining Engineering. The department was established with the purpose of providing students with high-quality, problem-solving skills that's needed in the mining industry, research and academic Institutions. 

The varsity aims to produce graduates with all technical skills in various aspects of minerals engineering and ability to be able to integrate technical, organizational management and financial skills thereby contributing to the nation's development.

The University of Jos (UNIJOS), is no doubt one of the finest Federal Universities in Nigeria. Established in 1975, the varsity boasts of one of the best infrastructures necessary for knowledge acquisition.

UNIJOS has over the past few decades produced notable alumni such as Kayode Ajulo a renowned Lawyer and former National Secretary of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Andrew Agwunobi, interim president of the University of Connecticut, United States and several others.

Professor Steven J. Mallu is a renowned professor of Mining Engineering in the University of Jos.

For further inquiries about the University of Jos’ Mining Engineering program, visit the varsity's official website: www.unijos.edu.ng

3. Federal University of Technology Akure

Established in 1981, the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), is a Federal government-owned university situated in Ondo State Nigeria. This is the only University in Southern Nigeria that offers mining engineering. The University over the years has graduated with theoretical knowledge of technologies.

The institution runs this undergraduate degree program with the aim of training students and equipping them with the necessary skills needed to effectively and efficiently perform in the mining industry. No doubt, FUTA is one the best universities to study Mining Engineering, it has one the best facilities, well-equipped library for Engineering students, lecture halls etc. The varsity has produced quite a number of notable alumni such as Ernest Afiesimama, Ndubuisi Ekekwe among others.

Before one can be awarded with a degree of Bachelor of Engineering (B. Eng) in Mining Engineering from FUTA, he/she must complete 212 units for those who got admitted using UTME credentials, and 165 units for students enrolled via Direct Entry and must obtain a CGPA not less than 1.50.

Visit the official website of Federal University of Technology, Akure for more inquiries: www.mne.futa.edu.ng

Requirements to study Mining Engineering in Nigerian Universities

To gain admission to study mining engineering in any university in Nigeria, either through JAMB or Direct Entry, there are certain requirements you must meet. Below are answers to some questions that will guild you.

UTME Cut of mark for Mining Engineering In FUTA

The general cut off mark to study Mining Engineering in the aforementioned universities is 180.

Direct Entry requirements for Mining Engineering In Nigerian Universities

Students seeking to study Mining Engineering via direct entry must possess ‘A’ level passes in any two of Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics.

● Must possess ND upper credit in

Mining Engineering/Mineral Resources

and Geological Study in addition

with 'O' level requirements.

UTME Requirements To Study Mining Engineering in Nigeria Universities

Aspirants must possess five SSCE credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any other Science subjects

How Many Years Does It Take To Study Mining Engineering In Nigeria?

The duration for the Mining Engineering bachelor's degree program is five (5) years for students enrolled using JAMB. While Direct Entry applicants spend less number of years.

Does Federal University Lafia offer Mining Engineering?

The answer is NO. Federal University Lafia does not offer Mining Engineering. The institution offers similar courses such as Geology and Geography. 

Mining Engineering Careers in Nigeria

There are ample career opportunities for Mining Engineering graduates in Nigeria. They can be employed to work in universities of technology, as private consultants, inspectors at government mining departments and mining companies.

They can also work as;

● Metallurgical Engineer

● Mine engineer

● Process Engineer

●  Geotechnical Engineer

● Heavy Equipment Operator

Mining Engineering Salary In Nigeria

Mining engineers earn from N28,000 to N207,000 per month. It all depends on your location, qualification, working experience. After five to six years of service, you can earn more than that.