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Universities Offering Linguistics in Nigeria (2027)

42 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Linguistics. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools42

States28

About Linguistics

Linguistics is a fascinating discipline that examines the scientific study of language, exploring its structure, evolution, meaning, and social dimensions. Students engage with core areas such as phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and sociolinguistics, while also studying Nigerian languages alongside theoretical and applied linguistic frameworks. Many programmes incorporate computational linguistics, language documentation, and translation studies, preparing graduates for a rapidly evolving professional landscape. Career opportunities are diverse and rewarding, spanning roles in education, publishing, broadcasting, and language technology development. Graduates frequently pursue careers as language teachers, editors, translators, speech therapists, and lexicographers. Those venturing into language policy and planning contribute meaningfully to government ministries and cultural institutions. The Society of Nigerian Languages Teachers provides a professional community supporting practitioners committed to advancing language education across the country.

Abia (1 schools)

National Institute For Nigerian Languages, Aba, Aff To Nnamdi Azikiwe UniversityUniversity

Akwa Ibom (1 schools)

University Of Uyo, Akwa Ibom StateUniversity

Anambra (1 schools)

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra StateUniversity

Bauchi (1 schools)

Bauchi State University, Gadau, Bauchi StateUniversity

Bayelsa (1 schools)

Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa StateUniversity

Benue (1 schools)

Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue StateUniversity

Borno (1 schools)

University Of Maiduguri, Borno StateUniversity

Cross River (1 schools)

University Of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River StateUniversity

Delta (1 schools)

Delta State University, Abraka, Delta StateUniversity

Ebonyi (2 schools)

Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi StateUniversity
Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Ebonyi StateUniversity

Edo (1 schools)

Igbinedion University, Okada, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity

Ekiti (4 schools)

Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity
Bamidele Olumilua University Of Edu. Science And Tech. Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity
Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity
Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity

Enugu (1 schools)

University Of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu StateUniversity

FCT (1 schools)

University Of Abuja, Gwagwalada, Abuja, FctUniversity

Imo (3 schools)

Alvan Ikoku Federal University Of Education, Owerri, Imo StateUniversity
Imo State University, Owerri, Imo StateUniversity
Kingsley Ozumba (K.O) Mbadiwe University, Ogboko, Imo StateUniversity

Kaduna (1 schools)

Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Kaduna StateUniversity

Kano (1 schools)

Bayero University, Kano, Kano StateUniversity

Kogi (2 schools)

Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi StateUniversity
Kogi State University, Kabba, Kogi StateUniversity

Kwara (2 schools)

Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity
University Of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity

Lagos (2 schools)

Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos StateUniversity
University Of Lagos, Lagos StateUniversity

Niger (1 schools)

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger StateUniversity

Ogun (1 schools)

Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun StateUniversity

Ondo (2 schools)

Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo StateUniversity
Adeyemi Federal University Of Education, Ondo StateUniversity

Osun (4 schools)

Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun StateUniversity
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun StateUniversity
Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun StateUniversity
University Of Ilesa, Ilesa, Osun StateUniversity

Oyo (2 schools)

Ladoke Akintola University Of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo StateUniversity
University Of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo StateUniversity

Plateau (1 schools)

University Of Jos, Jos, Plateau StateUniversity

Rivers (1 schools)

Ignatius Ajuru University Of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers StateUniversity

Sokoto (1 schools)

Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Sokoto StateUniversity

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Linguistics in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 42 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Linguistics.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Linguistics?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Linguistics?

Ekiti has the most institutions offering Linguistics in Nigeria.