Western Delta University


Western Delta University is located in Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria. It was established in 2007 and is a private university. The National Universities Commission granted a provisional license to Western Delta University.
Western Delta University was founded by a group of Urhobo scholars under the auspices of the Urhobo Advancement Foundation who saw the need for a privately financed university in the wetlands of Delta State, Nigeria. Since its establishment in 2007, WDU has offered access to a wide range of academic opportunities.

Admission

Western Delta University admits students via JAMB's UTME and Direct Entry into various courses. Requirements for admission into Western Delta University are GCE O/Level, SSCE, NECO or NABTEB credit level passes in at least five subjects including English Language, Mathematics, and one relevant science or social science subject obtained at not more than two sittings. Direct Entry candidates are expected to possess a good Diploma, NCE from recognized institutions OR 2 Advanced Level GCE passes in relevant subjects.

Ranking

These are the general ranking of all Universities in the world.
World Universities 12982 out of
African Universities 855 out of
Nigeria Universities 148 out of

Administration

Prof. Augustine Ovuoronye Ikelegbe, Vice-Chancellor

Faculties

The University operates a collegiate system. It has six colleges. They are:
  1. College of Natural & Applied Sciences
  2. College of Social & Management Sciences.
  3. College of Applied Health Sciences
  4. College of Law
  5. College of Computing
  6. College of Postgraduate Studies

    Departments

The following are the courses currently offered by the School:
The library's main objectives are to provide essential resources and services that will enhance the university's principal curricula for education, research, and learning.