Course guide · All Nigerian institutions
16 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Automobile Technology. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.
Automobile Technology is a technical programme designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills required to understand, maintain, diagnose, and repair modern vehicles and automotive systems. Students study engine mechanics, electrical and electronic systems, transmission, suspension, braking systems, and emerging technologies such as hybrid and computerised vehicle diagnostics. The programme blends theoretical foundations with hands-on workshop training, preparing graduates for a rapidly evolving industry. Career opportunities in Nigeria are broad, spanning roles as automotive engineers, fleet maintenance managers, technical instructors, and entrepreneurs running auto-service businesses. Graduates may also pursue professional recognition through the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria, COREN, which validates engineering competence and enhances professional credibility within the Nigerian automotive and mechanical engineering landscape.