Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil, now officially renamed Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUST/ADUSTECH), is a Kano State-owned institution built around science, technology, engineering, and agriculture. Many prospective students search for “medical courses” at this university expecting to find Medicine and Surgery, Nursing, or Pharmacy on the list of programmes. This article gives a direct, accurate answer: what this university actually offers in the medical and health-science space, what it does not offer, where full medical training is available in Kano State instead, and what the general school fees look like for the science-based programmes that come closest to a medical or health-related course of study.
Does KUST/ADUST Offer Medicine and Surgery, Nursing, or Pharmacy?
No. As of the current academic session, Kano University of Science and Technology does not run a Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) programme, a Nursing Science degree, or a Pharmacy degree. The university operates under faculties dedicated to Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, Science, Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Technical Education, and Management Sciences. None of these faculties currently houses a college of medicine or a clinical health sciences department.
This distinction matters because Kano State already has an established institution for training medical doctors: Bayero University, Kano (BUK), which runs the state’s main Medicine and Surgery programme through its College of Health Sciences. The state government has, at various points, discussed plans to expand medical training capacity by establishing a college of health sciences at ADUST, given the shortage of doctors and nurses relative to demand in the state, but this has remained a proposal rather than an active, accredited programme delivering degrees. Anyone specifically searching for an MBBS, Nursing, or Pharmacy degree in Kano State should direct that search toward Bayero University or one of the state’s dedicated colleges of nursing and health technology, rather than toward KUST/ADUST.
What Counts as “Medical” or Health-Related at KUST/ADUST
While there is no clinical medical training on offer, the Faculty of Science at KUST/ADUST does run science programmes that form the foundation of medical and biomedical study, and that graduates commonly use as a stepping stone toward postgraduate work in medical laboratory science, biomedical research, public health, and related fields. These are the departments a prospective student searching for something “medical” at this university should actually be looking at:
- Biochemistry — the study of chemical processes within living organisms, forming a core foundation subject for anyone pursuing further training in medicine, pharmacy, or medical laboratory science at postgraduate level.
- Microbiology — the study of microorganisms, directly relevant to fields such as clinical microbiology, infectious disease research, and public health laboratory work.
- Biology — general life sciences training that supports further specialization in health-related postgraduate programmes.
- Chemistry — a foundational science subject relevant to pharmaceutical and biomedical research pathways.
- Science Laboratory Technology — practical laboratory training with direct relevance to diagnostic and research laboratory work, including in health and hospital-adjacent laboratory settings.
None of these programmes leads to registration as a medical doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. They lead to a Bachelor of Science degree in the respective discipline, and graduates who want to move into clinical practice typically need further professional training elsewhere, such as postgraduate medical laboratory science certification or admission into a dedicated professional health programme at another institution.
School Fees at KUST/ADUST for These Science Programmes
One notable feature of the fee structure at this university is that tuition is uniform across departments and faculties. A student studying Biochemistry pays the same base school fee as a student studying Computer Science or Civil Engineering. The main factors that change the amount a student pays are Kano State indigene status and whether the student is a fresh or returning student.
| Student Category | Kano State Indigene | Non-Indigene |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh (100 Level) Student | Approximately ₦47,000 | Approximately ₦115,000 |
| Returning Student | Approximately ₦47,000 | Approximately ₦115,000 |
This fee applies uniformly across the science-based, health-adjacent departments listed above, since the university does not charge a premium for science courses over other disciplines. The relatively low figure for indigenes reflects a Kano State Government subsidy policy that covers roughly half of the total registration charge for students from the state, while non-indigene students pay the full unsubsidized rate.
What the School Fee Actually Covers
The amount paid at registration is not a single tuition line item; it is a bundled charge covering several components at once. For students in Biochemistry, Microbiology, or any other science department, the fee generally covers:
- Tuition and general registration.
- Internet and ICT access across campus systems.
- Library access and laboratory usage, which matters directly for science students who spend a significant portion of their coursework in practical laboratory sessions.
- Basic healthcare and medical services provided by the university’s health centre.
- Student union dues and a development levy.
- Examination fees for the session.
Additional charges apply on top of this bundled fee in specific cases, including hostel accommodation for students who choose to live on campus, and one-off costs such as departmental handbooks, identity cards, and course materials for freshers, which the main fee does not cover.
Acceptance Fee and Payment Process for New Students
Before a newly admitted student pays the main school fee, an acceptance fee must be settled first. This fee is non-refundable and confirms that the student intends to take up the offer of admission. The general steps for a new student are as follows:
- Confirm the admission offer through the JAMB CAPS portal and upload the required O’Level result.
- Log in to the university’s student portal using JAMB registration details.
- Generate and pay the acceptance fee invoice through the approved bank or online payment channel.
- Print the admission letter once the acceptance fee reflects as paid.
- Return to the portal to generate the main school fee invoice, referencing indigene or non-indigene status.
- Complete payment, then proceed to bio-data update and course registration on the portal.
Returning students skip the acceptance fee step and go straight to generating and paying the session’s school fee invoice before proceeding to course registration.
Admission Requirements for Science-Based Programmes
Admission into Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or Science Laboratory Technology at KUST/ADUST generally follows the standard science-based entry requirements used across Nigerian universities:
- Five O’Level credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry, obtained in not more than two sittings.
- A JAMB UTME score meeting the departmental cut-off, which for science departments typically falls between 140 and 170, though highly competitive departments such as Computer Science and Architecture require higher scores.
- A Post-UTME screening exercise conducted by the university, which factors into the final admission decision alongside the JAMB score.
- Direct Entry applicants with a relevant National Diploma, HND, or A-Level result may apply for admission directly into 200 Level, subject to the department’s specific requirements.
Where to Study Medicine, Nursing, or Pharmacy in Kano State Instead
Since KUST/ADUST does not offer these professional health degrees, students specifically interested in a medical career in Kano State have other established options:
- Bayero University, Kano (BUK) — the primary institution in the state offering Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) through its College of Health Sciences, along with other health-related professional programmes.
- Kano State College of Nursing and Midwifery, Madobi — an NMCN-approved institution dedicated to training Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives.
- Kano State School of Health Technology and related health technology schools — institutions offering diploma-level training in areas such as community health, health information management, and environmental health technology.
Anyone whose primary goal is a career as a medical doctor, nurse, or pharmacist should direct their JAMB and Post-UTME choices toward these institutions rather than toward KUST/ADUST, since admission processing and course registration are tied to the specific institution and programme selected at the point of application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I study Medicine and Surgery at Kano University of Science and Technology?
No. KUST/ADUST does not run an MBBS or any clinical Medicine and Surgery programme. Bayero University, Kano is the state’s main institution for medical training.
Does KUST/ADUST offer Nursing?
No. There is currently no Nursing Science department at this university. Students interested in Nursing in Kano State should look at Bayero University or an NMCN-approved nursing college such as the Kano State College of Nursing and Midwifery.
What is the closest thing to a medical course at KUST/ADUST?
Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, and Science Laboratory Technology are the science programmes most relevant to a future career in medical laboratory science, biomedical research, or further postgraduate health-related study.
How much do Kano State indigenes pay at KUST/ADUST?
Kano State indigenes currently pay approximately ₦47,000 per session across all departments, reflecting the state government’s tuition subsidy policy.
How much do non-indigene students pay?
Non-indigene students currently pay approximately ₦115,000 per session, applied uniformly across departments including the science-based programmes discussed in this article.
Is the school fee the same for every department at KUST/ADUST?
Yes. Tuition is uniform across all faculties and departments at this university. A student in Biochemistry pays the same base fee as a student in Engineering or Computing, with the only variation coming from indigene status and any optional charges such as hostel accommodation.