Crop Science and Production

Pursue a career as a leader in the agricultural sector by majoring in crop sciences. This program concentrates on plant growth, soil science, and elements influencing plant production. You will acquire knowledge and hands-on skills in plant biotechnology, breeding, and production management methods utilized to develop, cultivate, and commercialize high-performing, high-quality crops. The coursework and projects will equip you to address economic conditions, market needs, environmental limitations, and societal demands.

Career Paths

Agricultural Specialist
Agrologist
Agronomist
Crop and Livestock Producer
Plant / Soil Scientist
Production Specialist
Soil Conservationist
Soil Scientist

Requirement for admission

Undergraduate Programme

The minimum admission requirements for undergraduate programs at Colegio Real University include the following:

100 Level

A candidate shall possess the SSCE/NECO/GCE or equivalent with credit passes in five subjects in not more than two sittings including English and Mathematics. A candidate shall, in addition, have an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME);

200 Level (Direct Entry)

A pass at Lower Credit/Merit level in relevant National Diploma programme or equivalent NCE (JUPEP & IJEMB) in addition to meeting the Ordinary Level requirements for admission into undergraduate programmes.
Two “A” Level passes in relevant subjects with SSCE/NECO/GCE “O” Level credit passes in 5 subjects obtained in not more than two sittings.
Three “A” Level passes in relevant subjects with SSCE/NECO/GCE “O” Level credit passes in 3 subjects obtained in not more than two sittings.
In all cases, an “O” Level credit in English Language and Mathematics shall be required. In addition, admission into undergraduate degree programmes of the University is based on the faculty and departmental requirements stated below