Objectives

The programme is designed to:

  1. To give students a sound exposure to the theory and practice of Microbiology.
  2. To equip students with adequate research techniques to enable them function as lecturers in universities and other tertiary institutions, research officers and consultants in the many fields of application of Microbiology.
  3. To equip students with adequate practical knowledge and hands-on experience to enable them become self reliant as producers of many analytical, food and industrial products from microbial activities.
  4. To produce world class microbiologists who can compete with their counterparts the world over and fit into advanced programmes within the country and outside it.