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Universities Offering Pharmacology in Nigeria (2027)

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

Schools26

States18

About Pharmacology

Pharmacology is a fascinating biomedical science programme that equips students with deep knowledge of how drugs interact with biological systems, their mechanisms of action, therapeutic applications, and potential toxicity. Students explore core areas including biochemical pharmacology, neuropharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, and clinical drug development, gaining strong foundations in laboratory research and pharmaceutical sciences. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue rewarding careers as research scientists, pharmaceutical industry professionals, academic lecturers, or regulatory affairs specialists with agencies such as NAFDAC. Many graduates also advance into medicine or pharmacy, registering with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria or the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria respectively. The programme suits analytically minded students passionate about improving healthcare outcomes across Nigeria's evolving medical landscape.

JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Pharmacology

Required subjects (all schools)

Use of EnglishBiologyChemistryPhysics

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Bauchi (2 schools)

Bauchi State University, Gadau, Bauchi StateUniversity
Federal University Of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi StateUniversity

Borno (1 schools)

University Of Maiduguri, Borno StateUniversity

Cross River (1 schools)

University Of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River StateUniversity

Delta (3 schools)

Delta State University Of Science And Technology, Ozoro, Delta StateUniversity
Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, Delta StateUniversity
Novena University, Ogume, Delta StateUniversity

Edo (1 schools)

Igbinedion University, Okada, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity

Ekiti (1 schools)

Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity

Gombe (1 schools)

Gombe State University, Tudun Wada, Gombe, Gombe StateUniversity

Kaduna (1 schools)

Federal University Of Medicine And Medical Sciences, Abeokuta, Ogun StateUniversity

Kano (1 schools)

Northwest University, Kano, Kano StateUniversity

Kogi (1 schools)

Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Kogi StateUniversity

Kwara (1 schools)

Lens University, Ilemona, Oyun, Kwara StateUniversity

Lagos (3 schools)

Eko University Of Medicine And Health Science, Ijanikin, Lagos StateUniversity
Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos StateUniversity
University Of Lagos, Lagos StateUniversity

Ogun (3 schools)

Aletheia University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun StateUniversity
Gerar University Of Medical Sciences, Imope-Ode, Ogun StateUniversity
Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun StateUniversity

Ondo (1 schools)

Ondo State University Of Medical Sciences, Laje Road, Ondo, Ondo StateUniversity

Osun (2 schools)

Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun StateUniversity
University Of Ilesa, Ilesa, Osun StateUniversity

Plateau (1 schools)

University Of Jos, Jos, Plateau StateUniversity

Rivers (1 schools)

Pamo University Of Medical Science, Port Harcourt, Rivers StateUniversity

Sokoto (1 schools)

Northwest University, Sokoto, Sokoto StateUniversity

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Pharmacology in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 26 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Pharmacology.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Pharmacology?

You need: Use of English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics.

Which state has the most schools offering Pharmacology?

Lagos has the most institutions offering Pharmacology in Nigeria.