Ambrose Alli University (AAU) is a state-owned university in Edo State, Nigeria and was established in 1981 by the governor of Bendel State (now Edo and Delta States), Professor Ambrose Folorunsho Alli (1979–1983). Initially known as Bendel State University, subsequently known as Edo State University, and finally changed to its present name in commemoration of Professor Ambrose Folorunsho Alli, AAU is accredited and recognized by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The institution is currently digitizing its operations to a world-class level by 2020, to make it the best state-owned university in Nigeria. The Ambrose Alli University Library houses the information resources for the institution.
The current vice-chancellor (acting capacity) of the university is prof. Osarhieme Benson Osadolor, an academic in the department of history and international studies, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria.
AMBROSE ALLI UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT
“To foster the growth of knowledge for the advancement of society”.
OUR VISION
“To be a centre of excellence in teaching and research and in the total development of the individual person in tune with the socio-cultural environment and technological realities of a dynamic world.”
HISTORY OF AAU
In the pursuance of the take-off of the University, Governor Alli appointed Prof. M. I. Ogbeide as the Vice Chancellor and Mr. S. A. Kalulu as the Registrar. A firm of Academic Planners with Mrs. S. A. Aluko (Director of Planning at UNIBEN) as its Director was commissioned to prepare a long term physical and academic Master Plan for the University.
Operating from temporary hired quarters in Benin City, the two principal officers made trips to Ekpoma in search of physical infrastructure for the take-off of the University. With the co-operation of the Onojie of Ekpoma and Emaudo Community, a large parcel of land was made available for the permanent site of the University. Negotiations with the Okpebho Local Government authorities also led to the allocation of part of the Secretariat as offices for pioneer staff. A media advert for academic recruitment tours by the Vice Chancellor. The applications received were overwhelming. The first set of administrative staff to be recruited included Mr. S. O. Utomakili as Bursar, Engr F. O. A. Osawe as Director of Works Services and Messrs R. O. Okodugha and Dele Arekamhe as Principal Assistant Registrars respectively.
The first academic members who joined its early stage were Prof. V. E. Aimakhu who was Rector of the College of Medical Sciences and Mr. Polycarp Umoru was a Graduate Assistant in the College of Natural Sciences. These full time academic and administrative staff conducted the entrance examination that led to the admission of the first set of 400 students. In preparation to receive the students, some disused dormitories at Annunciation Catholic College, Irrua were taken over and modified into temporary hostels. The same was done at Ujoelen Grammar School where additional facilities for cafeteria services were required. The co-operation of the principals in providing these facilities as well as classrooms were very encouraging. Private buildings were rented for use as female hostels and indigenes were very helpful in assisting to meet the needs of staff and students
Although all hands appeared to be on deck to ensure that the target of opening the University on January 15, 1982 was met, the Governor felt that all was not well. This compelled him to pay a surprise visit to Ekpoma on January 18, 1982. On observing that some officers still lived outside Ekpoma, he relieved the Vice-Chancellor and Registrar of their posts on January 21, 1982 even though the pioneer 408 students were already around. During this period of uncertainty of about one week, Government quickly put in place the Governing Council under the chairmanship of Dr. Abel Ubeku. The Council was inaugurated on 27th January, 1982 and it immediately appointed Prof. Aimakhu as Acting Vice-Chancellor and Mr. R. Okodugha as acting Registrar. The new chief executive rose up to the challenge to restore public confidence in the University by arranging orientation activities for the new students and registration for courses and commencement of academic activities. This involved speedily contacting Lecturers from neighbouring tertiary institutions who were willing to assist on part-time basis. Part-time Lecturers came from as far as Lagos and Ibadan. Between February and March, lectures had commenced in the humanities and sciences.
AMBROSE ALLI UNIVERSITY LOCATION
The Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma is a Nigerian higher institution located in Express Way, KM 70 Benin Auchi Rd, Benin City.
COURSES AVAILABLE
The Ambrose Alli University offers both Undergraduate covering 12 faculties and postgraduate programmes, which are listed below;
Faculty of Agriculture
· Department of Crop Science
· Department of Soil Science
· Department of Animal Science
· Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension
Faculty of Arts
· Department of English
· Department of Philosophy
· Department of Theatre Arts and Media Arts
· Department of Religious Managements and Cultural Studies
Faculty of Basic Sciences
· Department of Anatomy
· Department of Medical Biochemistry
· Department of Physiology
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
· Department of Community Medicine & Primary Health Care
· Department of Medicine
· Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
· Department of Pediatrics
· Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics
· Department of Pathological Sciences
· Department of Surgery
Faculty of Education
· Department of Business Education
· Department of Curriculum and Instruction
· Department of Educational Foundations and Management
· Department of Guidance and Counselling
· Department of Physical and Health Education
· Department of Vocation and Technical Education
Faculty of Engineering and Technology
· Department of Civil Engineering
· Department of Electrical Electronic & Computer Engineering
· Department of Industrial & Production Engineering
· Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Environmental Studies
· Department of Architecture
· Department of Building
· Department of Fine and Applied Arts
· Department of Geography and Environmental Management
Faculty of Law
· Department of Commercial and Industrial Law
· Department of Private and Property Law
· Department of Public Law
· Department of Jurisprudence and International Law
Faculty of Management Sciences
· Department of Accounting
· Department of Banking and Finance
· Department of Business Administration
· Department of Public Administration
Faculty of Physical Sciences
· Department of Chemistry
· Department of Computer Sciences
· Department of Mathematics and Statistics
· Department of Physics
Faculty of Life Sciences
· Department of Biochemistry
· Department of Botany
· Department of Microbiology
· Department of Zoology
Faculty of Social Sciences
· Department of Economics
· Department of Library and Information Science
· Department of Political Science
· Department of Psychology
· Department of Sociology
AAU SCHOOL FEES
The school fees schedule for the Ambrose Alli University for the session varies with department of studies and the breakdown is given below;
S/N PROGRAMMES SCHOOL FEES
1 Art, Social Sciences and Fine and Applied Arts
OLD STUDENTS ONLY N34,500.00
NEW STUDENTS ONLY
FULL PAYMENT N97,750.00
FIRST INSTALLMENT PAYMENT N49,625.00
SECOND INSTALLMENT PATMENT N48,125.00
2 Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration and Banking & Finance
OLD STUDENTS ONLY N40,000.00
NEW STUDENTS ONLY
FULL PAYMENT N111,500.00
FIRST INSTALLMENT PAYMENT N56,500.00
SECOND INSTALLMENT PATMENT N55,000.00
3 Natural Sciences, Agriculture and Education, physiology
OLD STUDENTS ONLY N41, 000.00
NEW STUDENTS ONLY
FULL PAYMENT N113, 500.00
FIRST INSTALLMENT PAYMENT N57, 500.00
SECOND INSTALLMENT PATMENT N56, 000.00
4 Engineering, Natural Sciences (Microbiology and Computer Science), Architecture and Building
OLD STUDENTS ONLY N45, 000.00
NEW STUDENTS ONLY
FULL PAYMENT N124, 000.00
FIRST INSTALLMENT PAYMENT N62, 750.00
SECOND INSTALLMENT PATMENT N61, 250.00
5 Medicine
OLD STUDENTS ONLY N47, 000.00
NEW STUDENTS ONLY
FULL PAYMENT N161, 500.00
FIRST INSTALLMENT PAYMENT N81, 500.00
SECOND INSTALLMENT PATMENT N80, 000.00
6 Medical Laboratory Sciences, Anatomy, Nursing, Law and Accounting
OLD STUDENTS ONLY N47, 000.00
NEW STUDENTS ONLY
FULL PAYMENT N129, 000.00
FIRST INSTALLMENT PAYMENT N65, 250.00
SECOND INSTALLMENT PATMENT N63, 750.00
7 Institute of Education
OLD STUDENTS ONLY N40, 000.00
NEW STUDENTS ONLY
FULL PAYMENT N111, 500.00
FIRST INSTALLMENT PAYMENT N56, 500.00
SECOND INSTALLMENT PATMENT N55, 000.00
8 Concessional Fee N10, 000.00
HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION FEES
During the registration and screening process, the university management usually announced the time in which the hostel fee would be activated.
And immediately it is activated, countless students quickly rushed to book for the hostel space before going forward to make a payment.
That is why it advisably for all the decided students to always stay turn or contact the manager for the update on AAU Hostel Portal activation so that you won’t miss it.
Currently, the Ambrose Alli University, AAU accommodation hostel fee is categorized base on the particular hostel. See them below;
• Igbinedion (male and female), Basic Medical Science (male and female) – N21, 250.00
• Onyearugbulem (male and female) – N17, 750.00
• Emotan (female) – N13, 750.00
• Rev. Martins, Jereton Marie, Big Joe, Kudirat Abiola, and Iyayi Hostels – N12, 750.00
The fee may change as time goes on, but be rest assured that we would update you even if it changes.
STUDENT LIFE
The students are regularly in extra-curricula activities spanning all schools in the state for a fun filled learning, sharpen skills, broaden the mind, discover talents, develop sportsmanship, encourage team building and cooperation. This also help in making lifelong friends in the University community.
The students learn more about the socio-cultural ethics, the arts and beauty of the state.
REFERENCE
1. https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/05/protest-in-aau-over-salaries-as-government-appoints-acting-vc/amp/
2. https://www.nuc.edu.ng/nigerian-univerisities/state-univerisity/
3. https://thenationonlineng.net/aau-become-best-state-owned-nigerian-varsity-says-vc/
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