Katsina University

About

Katsina University, now known as Al-Qalam University, Katsina, is Nigeria's first private Islamic university, established in 2005. It is academically renowned for its unique integration of conventional and Islamic education, with strong programs in Islamic Studies, Arabic, Computer Science, and Business Administration. While specific dedicated international student offices or summer schools are not widely advertised, the university primarily uses English as its language of instruction, making it accessible to a broad range of international students. International students seeking an environment that blends modern academic pursuits with Islamic principles will find a supportive community, though they should anticipate a more self-reliant approach to non-academic support. Its commitment to moral and academic excellence within an Islamic framework offers a distinctive educational experience.

Background

Al-Qalam University, Katsina (AUK), formerly known as Katsina University, Katsina (KUK) is located in Dutsinma Road, Katsina State, Nigeria. Established in 2005, it was the second government-licensed private Islamic university in Nigeria. The University currently runs six schools/colleges: The College of Social and Management Sciences, College of Natural and Applied Sciences, College of Education, College of Humanities, College of Post Graduate Studies, and School of Basic and Remedial Studies. It awards 22 undergraduate degrees (among which five courses offer both full-time and part-time programmes), 11 master's programmes, and nine PhD programmes, all accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The programs of study in the university are as follows:

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