Abia State University (ABSU) Opens Inter-Departmental Change of Course for 2025/2026 Session

The management of Abia State University (ABSU) has announced that regular students who wish to transfer to a different degree programme may now apply for an inter-departmental change of course for the 2025/2026 academic session.

This initiative provides eligible students the opportunity to pursue a new field of study, subject to meeting the University’s specific requirements.

Eligibility and Guidelines

According to the official memorandum signed by the Deputy Registrar (Admissions), Madumere-Enwere Beatrice, applicants must adhere to the following:

1. Duration of Residency: Students must have completed at least one full academic session at ABSU.
2. Academic Standing: A minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.00 is required.
3. Documentation: Submission of a transcript covering both first and second semesters is mandatory; it must be officially certified by the Registrar.
4. Entry Requirements: Students must satisfy the minimum entry requirements for the new degree programme they wish to join.
5. Application Route: Applications should be addressed to the Vice-Chancellor, routed through the student’s current Dean and Head of Department.

Restrictions and Fees

• Course Exclusions: Transfers into Medicine and Surgery, Law, and Pharmacy are not permitted due to lack of vacancies.
• Application Fees: All applicants are required to pay the prescribed fees as determined by University Management.

Final Approval

• Applicants are advised that the change of course process is only completed upon the collection of the official letter of approval, duly endorsed by the Registrar.

This process allows motivated students to realign their academic focus while maintaining the University’s standards for academic excellence.