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Your Pathway to a Future-Proof Career.

Join a university that values your experience and prepares you for the future of work.

IT-Focused Degrees for the Modern Professionals

Our bachelor’s degree programs are designed for ambitious individuals looking to pivot into the technology sector or drive digital transformation within their current field. The curriculum emphasizes the practical application and integration of technology, ensuring you are prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.

As part of your degree, you will earn valuable, industry-recognized certifications, equipping you with the specific competencies and hands-on skills that employers are looking for right now.

Flexible Entry Pathways

Your Experience Counts

We believe your prior education and professional experience are valuable assets. Our direct entry options allow you to accelerate your degree, saving you time and money while you acquire the new knowledge needed to advance your career.

Entry into Year Two (Direct Entry)

Applicants with an NCE, ND (minimum of Upper Credit), JUPEB, IJMB, or GCE A’ Levels in relevant subjects may be admitted directly into the second year.

Entry into Year Three (Top-Up)

Applicants with an HND (minimum of Lower Credit) can join the third year of our degree program.

For the Bachelor of Business Administration program, applicants with relevant professional qualifications (such as ICAN, ACA, ACCA, ANAN, CIBN, and others) are also eligible for third-year entry.

Entry into Year Four (Conversion/Second Degree)

Applicants with an HND (minimum of Upper Credit) or an existing Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Third Class) can enter the final year. Evidence of an NYSC Certificate (or Exemption/Exclusion) is required.

Core Admission Requirements

01 – O’ Level Results: A minimum of five (5) credits in SSCE/GCE/NECO examinations, including English Language and Mathematics. These must be obtained in no more than two sittings.

02 – Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 21 years old by the start of the academic program.

03 – Result Status: Applications will only be considered from candidates who have their complete results. Applicants with pending or awaiting results are not eligible to apply.

Digital Skills for Success

Our programs are delivered through a dynamic, ICT-enabled learning model. To ensure every student can thrive in this environment, we have the following requirements:

  • Baseline Skills: Applicants are expected to have intermediate computer skills.
  • Proficiency Test: All admitted students must pass a digital skills test to demonstrate the competencies required for success in our online programs.

Applicants with limited IT and digital skills are not disadvantaged. We provide a free, mandatory preparatory course, “Learning in the Digital Age,” which must be completed before enrollment. This course is designed to equip you with the foundational skills you need to succeed from day one.

Admission to American Open University Global is open to all qualified applicants. We welcome and are prepared to support individuals with learning disabilities or challenges.

Begin your journey to a globally recognized, technology-driven degree.

Step 1

Review the entry pathway that best fits your qualifications.

Step 2

Prepare your academic transcripts and certificates.

Step 3

Register your interest to receive application dates and guidance from our admissions team.

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