University · Kaduna State
Admission requirements for Biological Science(S) at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, Kaduna State.
To study Biological Science, you must have credit passes in five O'level subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology are compulsory. For your fifth credit, you can choose from any other Science subject like Physics, Biology, Further Mathematics, or other science-related subjects.
Biological Sciences is a broad and dynamic programme that equips students with an in-depth understanding of living organisms, their structures, functions, interactions, and evolutionary histories. Students explore core disciplines including cell biology, genetics, microbiology, ecology, biochemistry, and physiology, gaining both theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory skills essential for scientific inquiry. The programme prepares graduates for diverse career opportunities in Nigeria, including roles in research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, public health agencies, and environmental consultancies. Graduates may also pursue advanced studies leading to careers in medicine, where the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) serves as the regulatory body, or in education, contributing meaningfully to Nigeria's scientific and academic development across secondary and tertiary levels.