Al-Hikmah University

Al-Hikmah University is an Islamic university located in ilorin, Kwara state. Established in 2005 through a collaborative effort between Nigeria’s Abdur-Raheem Oladimeji Islamic Foundation (AROIF) and the World Assembly of Muslim Youths (WAMY) based in Jeddah, Al-Hikmah University has swiftly risen as a prominent institution of higher learning. The university commenced its academic journey in the 2005/2006 session with an initial intake of 70 students across three foundational colleges: Humanities, Management Sciences, and Natural Sciences, following its operational license (No. 010) from the Federal Government of Nigeria on January 7, 2005. Guided by its motto, “Learning for Wisdom and Morality,” Al-Hikmah University has since witnessed remarkable expansion in its human, physical, and material resources.

Academic Excellence and Diverse Programs

Al-Hikmah University is deeply committed to delivering quality university education that meets international standards. It boasts a comprehensive array of programs spanning numerous faculties and a robust Postgraduate School. All its academic programs have consistently received 100% accreditation success from the National Universities Commission (NUC) in recent exercises, a testament to its commitment to quality.

The university’s academic structure includes diverse faculties and colleges:

• Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
• Faculty of Management Sciences
• Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Health Sciences (encompassing Medical Laboratory Science, Nursing Science, Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, and Public Health)
• Faculty of Agriculture
• Faculty of Computing
• Faculty of Engineering and Technology

Al-Hikmah University offers an extensive portfolio of over 50 undergraduate, 12 diploma, and 43 postgraduate programs. Popular courses cut across various disciplines, including:

• Humanities & Social Sciences: History and International Relations, Islamic Studies, Arabic, English, Mass Communication, Political Science & Conflict Resolution, Public Administration, Sociology.
• Management Sciences: Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Administration, Economics.
• Natural & Applied Sciences: Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Industrial Chemistry, Geology and Mineral Sciences, Petroleum Chemistry, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Mathematics, Industrial Mathematics, Physics with Electronics.
• Education: Programs in Arabic Education, Islamic Studies Education, English Education, Economics Education, Political Science Education, Social Studies Education, Agricultural Science Education, Biology Education, Chemistry Education, Computer Science Education, Mathematics Education, Physics Education, Educational Technology, Library and Information Science, Educational Guidance and Counselling, Educational Management.
• Law: Common Law, Common and Islamic Law.

Campus Facilities & Student Life

Al-Hikmah University provides a conducive and serene learning environment spread across its two campuses in Ilorin and Igbaja. The main campus, located in Adewole Housing Estate, Ilorin, offers a wide range of modern facilities designed to enhance student life and academic pursuits:

• Well-equipped Lecture Theatres and Classrooms: Tailored for effective learning.
• Modern Laboratories: State-of-the-art facilities for practical and research work across various science and health-related disciplines.
• Comprehensive Libraries: Stocked with up-to-date books and resources across all fields of study, fully integrated into the learning fabric.
• University Clinic: A 24-hour primary healthcare facility providing essential services to students and staff.
• Spacious Auditorium: Well-ventilated and capable of accommodating large audiences for events and assemblies.
• University Cafe: Providing diverse meal options for the university community.
• Bookshop: Offering a wide selection of academic and general interest books.
• Mosque: Centrally located and well-equipped for daily congregational prayers.
• Ample Parking Space: Ensuring convenience for students and visitors.
• Green Campus Initiative: Demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental sustainability through tree planting and climate change awareness programs.

Mission and Vision

Al-Hikmah University’s vision is to be a forerunner in providing quality university education of international standards. Its mission is to be an educational institution where sound academic knowledge seamlessly blends with moral and spiritual excellence, thereby contributing positively to the Nigerian nation and humanity at large. The university prides itself on its diversity, offering admission and employment opportunities irrespective of political, social, religious, gender, racial, or ethnic affiliations.

Choose Al-Hikmah University for an education that combines rigorous academic training with a strong emphasis on character development and moral values, preparing you for a future of wisdom, impact, and success.