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Universities Offering Criminology And Security Studies in Nigeria (2027)

35 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Criminology And Security Studies. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

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States22

About Criminology And Security Studies

Criminology and Security Studies is a multidisciplinary programme that equips students with a deep understanding of crime patterns, criminal behaviour, law enforcement strategies, national security, and social justice systems. Students explore subjects such as forensic science, penology, intelligence gathering, terrorism studies, cybercrime, and correctional administration, preparing them to analyse and respond to security challenges within the Nigerian context and beyond. Graduates are well-positioned to build rewarding careers as security consultants, intelligence analysts, prison officers, and law enforcement professionals within agencies such as the Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services, and Nigerian Correctional Service. The Nigerian Institute of Security Studies provides a platform for professional development and networking, helping graduates stay current with evolving security trends and best practices across the country.

Bayelsa (1 schools)

Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa StateUniversity

Borno (1 schools)

Borno State University, Maiduguri, Borno StateUniversity

Cross River (2 schools)

British Canadian University, Kakum, Obudu, Cross River StateUniversity
University Of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River StateUniversity

Ebonyi (1 schools)

Evangel University, Akaeze, Ebonyi StateUniversity

Edo (2 schools)

Lighthouse University, Evbuobanosa, Edo StateUniversity
Mudiame University, Irrua, Edo StateUniversity

Ekiti (1 schools)

Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity

Enugu (2 schools)

Peaceland University, Enugu, Enugu StateUniversity
University Of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu StateUniversity

FCT (5 schools)

African School Of Economics, Gudu, Fct-AbujaUniversity
Cosmopolitan University, Fct, AbujaUniversity
Leadership University, Kuje, AbujaUniversity
Miva Open University, Utako, AbujaUniversity
Prime University, Kuje, AbujaUniversity

Gombe (1 schools)

Jewel University, Gombe, Gombe StateUniversity

Kaduna (1 schools)

Greenfield University, Kasarami, Kaduna StateUniversity

Kano (1 schools)

Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila, Kano StateUniversity

Kebbi (1 schools)

Rayhaan University, Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi StateUniversity

Kogi (1 schools)

Albayan University, Ankpa, Kogi StateUniversity

Kwara (1 schools)

Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity

Nasarawa (2 schools)

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

Niger (1 schools)

El-Amin University, Minna, Niger StateUniversity

Ogun (3 schools)

Covenant University, Canaanland, Ota, Ogun StateUniversity
Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun StateUniversity
Vision University, Ado-Odo, Ikogbo Town, Ogun StateUniversity

Ondo (1 schools)

Sam Maris University, Supare-Akoko, Ondo StateUniversity

Osun (2 schools)

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

Plateau (2 schools)

Plateau State University, Bokkos, Plateau StateUniversity
University Of Jos, Jos, Plateau StateUniversity

Sokoto (2 schools)

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

Yobe (1 schools)

Yobe State University, Damaturu, Yobe StateUniversity

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Criminology And Security Studies in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 35 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Criminology And Security Studies.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Criminology And Security Studies?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Criminology And Security Studies?

FCT has the most institutions offering Criminology And Security Studies in Nigeria.