THE “SECOND CHANCE” PRINCIPLE

In life, not everyone meets all requirements for a particular situation at the first try.  The difference between those who succeed in the end and those who stagnate very often lies in trying again.

At Salem University, we take the principle of a “second chance” seriously:  this is precisely what this Pre-degree programme is designed to demonstrate.  Help people try again.

Every year several young Nigerians and other nationalities miss out on the levels they must attain to gain admission into universities and other higher institutions.  Great is their disappointment.  Greater still, is the loss nations suffer from their deferred contributions.

Our programme provides opportunities for the potential leaders to remedy all academic deficiencies that stand in their way.  We provide accommodation in a conducive learning environment to help with individual efforts to succeed.

Take your “second chance” with Salem University, and commence your academic journey to global leadership.

We are here for you.

PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

• To adequately prepare secondary school graduates for university work thereby giving the university a greater confidence and assurance in the quality of students it admits into the undergraduate program;

• To reduce the dropout rate from the university system by minimizing disabilities in learning and writing skills at the tertiary level and increasing higher performance.

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS AND REGISTRATION

Admission Requirement
Minimum of three credits at one sitting or four credits at not more than two sittings in SSCE/WAEC, GCE, NECO or APPROVED EQUIVALENT in subjects that are relevant to the course which the candidates intend to pursue in any of the departments of the university is required for registration.

STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAMME

The pre-degree program of Salem University is a two semester intensive course work, focused on subjects taught by seasoned university lecturers, aimed at preparing secondary school leavers for university education.  The courses of study align with those of the UTME viz: English Language and Mathematics which are compulsory for students; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Geography, Government and English Literature.  Therefore, all admitted candidates can still access the University Library.
                          
ADMISSION INTO DEGREE PROGRAMME

An overall score as determined by the University upon the recommendation of the Coordinating Committee in the examinations and continuous assessment exercises, in addition to JAMB requirement as stated above is required to qualify for consideration for placement into year one (100 level) of the relevant degree program of the University.  Since the admission for the various Colleges in the University is dictated by approved quota from the National University Commission (NUC), placement is based strictly on merit.

SUBJECT OPTIONS
The degree programmes in each College and the subject option required are as follows:

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Our vision is clear: to raise new breed of global leaders with intelligence and integrity in a harmonious learning environment who will be change agents in their generation.

Tuition Fees: ₦195, 000.00 (Accommodation, ICT and Energy included) Refundable Caution Deposit – N30,000

REQUIREMENT

Three credits at one sitting or four credits at two sittings in WAEC, NECO, SSCE or GCE. Collect application form with ₦5100.00 at the following places:

i. All branches of Gains Micro Finance Bank in Kogi State

ii. Salem University, Km 16 Lokoja/Ajaokuta Road Lokoja or call 07056291624

iii. Salem University Continuing Education Centre, Marine Road, Lokoja  

SIGNED

Prof. Paul Omojo Omaji                                Mrs Alice Omaji
Vice Chancellor                                               Director, Pre-degree Programme