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Universities Offering Arabic Studies in Nigeria (2027)

36 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Arabic Studies. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools36

States19

About Arabic Studies

Arabic Studies is a rich humanities programme that equips students with proficiency in the Arabic language alongside deep knowledge of Islamic civilisation, literature, culture, and history. Students engage with classical and modern Arabic texts, translation, linguistics, Quranic studies, and the intellectual heritage of the Muslim world. The programme blends language skills with cultural and religious scholarship, producing graduates who are versatile and intellectually grounded. Career opportunities in Nigeria are diverse, including roles as translators and interpreters, Arabic language teachers in public and private schools, diplomatic and foreign affairs officers, and Islamic scholars or researchers. Graduates may also find meaningful careers in broadcasting, publishing, and interfaith organisations, contributing significantly to Nigeria's multilingual and multicultural educational landscape.

Bauchi (3 schools)

Borno (2 schools)

Nigerian Army University, Biu, Borno StateUniversity
University Of Maiduguri, Borno StateUniversity

Edo (1 schools)

Edo University, Iyamho, Edo StateUniversity

FCT (2 schools)

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University Of Abuja, Gwagwalada, Abuja, FctUniversity

Gombe (1 schools)

Federal University, Kashere, Gombe StateUniversity

Jigawa (1 schools)

Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa StateUniversity

Kaduna (2 schools)

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna StateUniversity
Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Kaduna StateUniversity

Kano (3 schools)

Bayero University, Kano, Kano StateUniversity
Northwest University, Kano, Kano StateUniversity
Sheik Ibrahim El-Tayeb Institute, Kano, (Affl To Bayero Univ, Kano), Kano StateUniversity

Katsina (2 schools)

Al-Qalam University, Katsina, Katsina StateUniversity
Umaru Musa Yaradua University, Katsina, Katsina StateUniversity

Kogi (1 schools)

Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi StateUniversity

Kwara (4 schools)

Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity
Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity
Summit Univerity, Offa, Kwara StateUniversity
University Of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity

Lagos (1 schools)

Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos StateUniversity

Nasarawa (2 schools)

Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa StateUniversity
Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa StateUniversity

Niger (1 schools)

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger StateUniversity

Osun (2 schools)

Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun StateUniversity
University Of Ilesa, Ilesa, Osun StateUniversity

Plateau (1 schools)

University Of Jos, Jos, Plateau StateUniversity

Sokoto (3 schools)

Iconic Open University, Sokoto, Sokoto StateUniversity
Sokoto State University, Sokoto, Sokoto StateUniversity
Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Sokoto StateUniversity

Yobe (2 schools)

Federal University, Gashua, Yobe StateUniversity
Yobe State University, Damaturu, Yobe StateUniversity

Zamfara (2 schools)

Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara StateUniversity
Zamfara State University, Talata Mafara, Zamfara StateUniversity

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Arabic Studies in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 36 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Arabic Studies.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Arabic Studies?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Arabic Studies?

Kwara has the most institutions offering Arabic Studies in Nigeria.