
Eight new academic programmes accredited at Bauchi Federal Poly.
In order to launch eight new academic programs, the Federal Polytechnic in Bauchi has obtained accreditation from the National Board for Technical Education.
Rabi'u Wada, the Polytechnic's Director of Information, Public Relations, and Protocol, made this announcement in a statement on Wednesday.
He claims that the accomplishment has made it possible for the school to obtain an impressive 100% accreditation rating.
"This historic accomplishment validated the academic level and institutional greatness of the university," he remarked.
"The board also approved authority for the Polytechnic to launch eight new Academic programs," he added, explaining that the letter was sent by Fatima Umar, Director, Polytechnic Programs Department, NBTE.
"This broadens our academic portfolio even more in response to new national demands and worldwide trends."
In order to launch eight new academic programs, the Federal Polytechnic in Bauchi has obtained accreditation from the National Board for Technical Education.
Rabi'u Wada, the Polytechnic's Director of Information, Public Relations, and Protocol, made this announcement in a statement on Wednesday.
He claims that the accomplishment has made it possible for the school to obtain an impressive 100% accreditation rating.
"This historic accomplishment validated the academic level and institutional greatness of the university," he remarked.
"The board also approved authority for the Polytechnic to launch eight new Academic programs," he added, explaining that the letter was sent by Fatima Umar, Director, Polytechnic Programs Department, NBTE.
"This broadens our academic portfolio even more in response to new national demands and worldwide trends."
The Higher National Diploma, HND in Crime Management, Cooperative Economics and Management, Taxation, Cybersecurity, and Data Protection are among the recently authorized programs that Wada emphasized.
“Others are: Artificial Intelligence, Strategic Communication and Media Studies, Film and Multimedia Production and National Diploma, ND in Urban and Regional Planning.
“While commending the Polytechnic’s commitment to quality and innovation, the NBTE also highlighted certain operational areas to be addressed for the full regularisation of the newly introduced programmes.
“These include requirements in operational costs for departments, infrastructure, and equipment, which the institution is already working on in line with NBTE standards.”
According to the release, Sani Usman, the Polytechnic's rector, called the development a daring affirmation of the institution's ability to provide top-notch technical and vocational education in accordance with Nigeria's developmental objectives and international best practices.
According to Wada, the Rector also mentioned that the new programs demonstrated the institution's dedication to remaining at the forefront of media innovation, digital technology, urban planning, and economic development.