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Forestry technical education started in Nigeria with the establishment of the school of forestry in Zaria in 1939. In the same year, the school was moved to Moor Plantation, Ibadan from where it was finally moved to the present site, Forest Hill, Jericho Ibadan in 1941. As of 1941, the Federal School of Forestry was the only Higher Institution of Forestry Education in African Sub-region until the early sixties.
Forestry technical education started in Nigeria with the establishment of the school of forestry in Zaria in 1939. In the same year, the school was moved to Moor Plantation, Ibadan from where it was finally moved to the present site, Forest Hill, Jericho Ibadan in 1941. As of 1941, the Federal School of Forestry was the only Higher Institution of Forestry Education in African Sub-region until the early sixties.
A Higher National Diploma (HND) is a practical, career-focused qualification awarded by polytechnics and colleges, equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree.
A National Diploma (ND) is a technical and vocational qualification awarded by polytechnics and colleges, typically after two years of study. It serves as a foundation for higher education or entry into the workforce.
Applicants with all the following qualifications may be considered for admission into the Short term certificate Programme:
A Higher National Diploma (HND) is a practical, career-focused qualification awarded by polytechnics and colleges, equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree.
A National Diploma (ND) is a technical and vocational qualification awarded by polytechnics and colleges, typically after two years of study. It serves as a foundation for higher education or entry into the workforce.
Applicants with all the following qualifications may be considered for admission into the Short term certificate Programme:
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Kudos to the AEM, ABM and Statistics Departments for their
Kudos to the AEM, ABM and Statistics Departments for their
Forestry technical education started in Nigeria with the establishment of the school of forestry in Zaria in 1939. In the same year, the school was moved to Moor Plantation, Ibadan from where it was finally moved to the present site, Forest Hill, Jericho Ibadan in 1941. As of 1941, the Federal School of Forestry was the only Higher Institution of Forestry Education in African Sub-region until the early sixties.
National Merit: 45%
Catchment Areas: 35% (Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ekiti, Ondo, Lagos)
Less Developed Areas: 20%
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Explore our diverse faculties dedicated to excellence in forestry, agriculture, and environmental sciences. Each faculty offers specialized programs designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge for sustainable development.
Established to advance education and research in forestry and agricultural sciences, the Federal College of Forestry, Ibadan is a premier institution dedicated to sustainable environmental management. We offer top-tier academic programs, hands-on training, and innovative research opportunities to equip students with the skills needed for a greener future.
I heartily welcome you all, members of staff, returning, potential and incoming students as well as first time visitors, to the Federal College of Forestry Ibadan website! To the first time visitor, we are very happy to have you join our College community.
This College prides itself on its age, having been established in 1939 and remaining the only higher institution in the sub-Sahara Africa, till the early sixties, to train middle level man power (skilled men and women) to manage the forests of the West African region. The College has trained personnel from Ghana, Sierra Leone, Gambia and Cameroon and so on.
It is important to note that God in His infinite wisdom created the flora and fauna before creating man indicating that man can only continue to survive when the forests are sustained. Over the years, the College has successfully provided training, technical knowledge and vocational skills for men and women and produced technical staff on sustained basis in Forestry, Agriculture and related disciplines. The forests is the repository of vast wealth and health. In a bid to open up more of the potentials derivable from the forests, I am delighted to inform all students that in addition to our regular NBTE accredited programmes, the College is introducing four new courses at the Diploma/Certificate level. These are the ‘Indigenous Knowledge System’; ‘Applied Bioscience’; ‘Applied Biotechnology’ and ‘GIS and Remote Sensing’.
It is on this note that I invite you to come along and explore the tremendous advantages you stand to gain from the College right from this website and do not hesitate to contact any of our Heads of Departments or officers for required clarifications. I can assure you that a very rewarding experience awaits you as you do this.
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