ABSU Announces Inter-Departmental Course Change for 2025/2026 Session
ABSU Announces Inter-Departmental Course Change for 2025/2026 Session
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The management of Abia State University (ABSU), Uturu has released an official notice inviting applications for inter-departmental change of course for the 2025/2026 academic session. This policy provides students with the opportunity to realign their academic pursuits, subject to strict eligibility criteria and departmental approval.
Eligibility Requirements
- Students must have completed at least one academic session in ABSU.
- A minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.00 is required.
- Applications must be formally addressed to the Vice-Chancellor through the student’s current Dean and Head of Department.
- The receiving department must confirm that the applicant meets the entry requirements for the new programme.
Important Restrictions and Fees
The university has emphasized that certain departments will not be accepting transfers during this application cycle. These include:
- Medicine and Surgery
- Law
- Pharmacy
In addition, all applicants are required to pay the prescribed fees as stipulated by the university management before their applications can be processed.
Application Process
- Students must obtain the official application form from the Admissions Office.
- The form must be duly endorsed by both the current and proposed Heads of Department, as well as the respective Deans.
- Final approval rests with the Vice-Chancellor after due consideration of academic records and departmental capacity.
Final Approval
The university management has reminded applicants that the process is only complete once they have collected their official letters of approval, duly signed by the Registrar. Without this endorsement, the change of programme will not be recognized.
Significance of the Policy
This initiative underscores ABSU’s commitment to academic flexibility and student-centered learning. It allows students to pursue fields that better align with their evolving interests and career aspirations, while maintaining high academic standards across department.
