Department of Mathematics & Statistics

History

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics was established to provide students with a strong foundation in mathematical reasoning, statistical analysis, and quantitative problem-solving.

Mathematics is one of the oldest academic disciplines and serves as the foundation of science, technology, engineering, economics, and modern innovations, while Statistics emerged as a scientific method for collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data for effective decision-making.

The department is created to support agricultural research, technological advancement, environmental studies, and data-driven decision-making. It provides essential quantitative tools needed to solve challenges related to food production, climate change, resource management, and sustainable development.

The department also promotes interdisciplinary research by supporting other departments with mathematical modelling, statistical analysis, and scientific data interpretation.

Overview

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is an academic unit dedicated to the teaching, learning, research, and application of mathematical and statistical sciences. The department provides students with strong analytical, computational, and problem-solving skills that are essential for scientific research, technological advancement, data analysis, agriculture, business, economics, and national development.

The department offers training in pure and applied mathematics, statistical methods, data science, probability, operations research, mathematical modelling, and computational techniques. It equips students with the ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and present data for informed decision-making across various sectors.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics plays a significant role in supporting agricultural research, climate studies, data-driven decision-making, crop production analysis, resource management, and technological innovation. The department promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and contributes to solving real-world problems through quantitative and statistical approaches.

Mission

To provide high-quality education, research, and community service in mathematics and statistics by producing competent graduates with strong analytical, computational, and problem-solving skills capable of addressing scientific, agricultural, industrial, and societal challenges.

Vision

To become a centre of excellence in mathematics and statistical sciences through innovative teaching, impactful research, and the application of quantitative methods for sustainable development, technological advancement, and national transformation.

Admission Requirement

A minimum of five (5) credit passes in SSCE, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB (in not more than two sittings). The required subjects must include: English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and one other science subject.
Obtain a minimum JAMB (UTME) score of 150 or above.
Participate in and satisfy the University’s post-UTME/Screening Exercise.

Direct Entry Requirements

Meet the minimum O’Level requirements.
A National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or NCE in Mathematics and Statistics or a related discipline.