The full gist
The Iya Abubakar Institute of ICT (IAIICT), Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has commenced the sale of application forms for admission into its Full-Time Diploma and Short Courses for the 2026/2027 academic session. The institute invites qualified candidates to apply for its ICT-focused programmes designed to equip students with practical digital and technical skills.
Available Diploma Programmes
The following two-year diploma programmes are available:
Diploma in Computer Science
Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering
Diploma in Cybersecurity
Applicants must possess a minimum of five O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, and other required science subjects, in not more than two sittings.
Application Fee
The diploma application form costs ₦2,500 and can be purchased online via:
https://forms.abu.edu.ng
Tuition and other fees are estimated at ₦60,000.
Short Courses Available
The institute is also offering short professional courses, including:
Basic Digital Skills for Work and Study
Data Analysis Skills (Microsoft Excel and SPSS)
Web Design and Development (Front-End)
Python Essentials
Data Management and Statistical Data Analysis Using R
The short course application form costs ₦2,000 and is available at the Accountant's Office in the Institute Building.
Classes for the short courses are scheduled to begin on Monday, 8 September 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Institute Building.