Rivers State University of Science and Technology (RSUST)

Rivers State University of Science and Technology (RSUST), now officially Rivers State University (RSU), is a leading Nigerian tertiary institution specializing in science, technology, and innovation-based education. Established in 1980, it has grown into one of Nigeria’s most reputable universities.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” — Nelson Mandela

Key Facts About RSUST:

Location: Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Motto: “Excellence and Creativity”
Type: State-owned university
Student Population: Over 30,000
Academic Staff: 1,500+
Accreditation: National Universities Commission (NUC)

History and Evolution

RSUST has undergone significant transformations since its establishment:

Year	Milestone
1980	Founded as Rivers State University of Science and Technology
1984	Commenced academic activities with 3 faculties
2017	Renamed Rivers State University (RSU)
2020	Introduced new postgraduate programs
2023	Launched AI and Data Science departments

Takeaway:

RSUST has evolved from a science-focused institution to a comprehensive university.

Campus Location and Accessibility

Geographical Details

Main Campus: Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt
Distance from City Center: 5km
Nearest Airport: Port Harcourt International Airport (25km)

Transportation Options

Mode	Cost (₦)	Travel Time
Taxi	1,500-2,000	15-20 mins
Bus	300-500	30-45 mins
Ride-hailing (Bolt/Uber)	1,200-1,800	15-20 mins

Faculties and Departments

RSUST currently has 12 faculties offering diverse programs:

Faculty Structure

Faculty	No. of Departments	Notable Departments
Faculty of Engineering	7	Civil, Electrical, Mechanical
Faculty of Science	9	Computer Science, Microbiology
Faculty of Law	1	Law
Faculty of Medicine	12	Medicine, Nursing
Faculty of Agriculture	6	Animal Science, Crop Science

Takeaway:

Over 85 academic departments across all faculties.

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5. Undergraduate Programs

Most Competitive Courses

Medicine and Surgery (Cut-off: 250+)
Law (Cut-off: 240+)
Computer Science (Cut-off: 220+)
Petroleum Engineering (Cut-off: 230+)
Accounting (Cut-off: 210+)

Complete Course List

Faculty	Programs Offered
Engineering	Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Petroleum, Chemical
Science	Biochemistry, Microbiology, Physics, Mathematics
Social Sciences	Economics, Sociology, Political Science

Postgraduate Programs

RSUST offers various postgraduate degrees:

Postgraduate Options

Level	Duration	Entry Requirement
PGD	1 year	Third Class or HND
M.Sc	2 years	Second Class Lower
PhD	3-5 years	Master’s degree

Takeaway:

Over 50 postgraduate programs available.

Admission Requirements

UTME Requirements

5 O’Level credits (including English & Maths)
JAMB score: 180+ (varies by course)
Post-UTME screening

Direct Entry Requirements

Qualification	Minimum Grade
OND	Lower Credit
HND	Upper Credit
NCE	Merit
JUPEB	5 points

School Fees Breakdown

Current Fee Structure (2024)

Faculty	Fresh Students (₦)	Returning Students (₦)
Science/Engineering	120,000	95,000
Social Sciences	100,000	80,000
Medicine	250,000	200,000
Law	150,000	120,000

Additional Fees:

Acceptance fee: ₦30,000
Medical fee: ₦10,000
ICT fee: ₦15,000

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Value	Eligibility
Rivers State Scholarship	Full tuition	Indigenes with 4.0+ GPA
NNPC Scholarship	₦300,000/yr	Engineering students
MTN Scholarship	₦200,000/yr	2nd year students