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Study Economics in Nigeria

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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  1. Master

    M.Sc Economics (Full-Time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

  2. Master

    Economics (Masters)

    University of Jos 🇳🇬 Jos, Plateau State Nigeria, Nigeria

  3. Master

    Political Economy, MSc

    University of Nigeria, Nsukka 🇳🇬 Nsukka, Enugu, Nigeria

  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Agric-Economics, MSc., MPhil/PhD, PhD

    Babcock University (BU) 🇳🇬 Ikeja, Nigeria

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  6. Bachelor

    Agric Economics and Extension, BSC, PGD

    Nasarawa State University Keffi 🇳🇬 Keffi Nasarawa State, Nigeria

  7. Bachelor

    Economics (Bachelor)

    Abia State University (ABSU) 🇳🇬 Uturu, Nigeria

  8. Bachelor

    Economics Education, BSc

    Nasarawa State University Keffi 🇳🇬 Keffi Nasarawa State, Nigeria

  9. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D Economics (3 years)

    Covenant University 🇳🇬 Ota, Ogun State,Nigeria, Nigeria

  10. Bachelor

    B.Sc. Ed. Economics

    Benue State University 🇳🇬 Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria., Nigeria

  11. Diploma

    Diploma in Applied Economics

    University of Calabar 🇳🇬 Calabar, Nigeria

  12. Bachelor

    BSc Economics

    Baze University 🇳🇬 ABUJA, FCT Nigeria, Nigeria

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  14. Master

    M.Sc in Economics (Master)

    Kogi State University 🇳🇬 Anyigba, Nigeria

  15. Other programmes

    Economics

    University of Maiduguri 🇳🇬 Maiduguri, Nigeria

  16. Bachelor

    Bsc (Hons.) Economics

    Babcock University (BU) 🇳🇬 Ikeja, Nigeria

  17. Master

    Economics (Masters)

    Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki 🇳🇬 Abakaliki, Nigeria

  18. Other programmes

    BSW in Social Work & Human Services

    Babcock University (BU) 🇳🇬 Ikeja, Nigeria

Study Economics in Nigeria – facts and figures

In Nigeria, 32 universities and colleges offer 79 Economics programmes: 28 Bachelor, 18 Master and 10 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Gombe, Zaria, Nsukka, Enugu and Ikeja. Institutions with the widest choice: Gombe State University (GSU), Ahmadu Bello University and University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

Degrees in Economics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Economics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Economics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Economics programmes?

The directory lists 79 Economics programmes at 32 institutions in Nigeria. Popular cities include Gombe, Zaria and Nsukka, Enugu.

How long does it take to study Economics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Economics programmes in Nigeria?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Gombe State University (GSU), Ahmadu Bello University, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Babcock University (BU) and Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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