Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Lagos, has officially opened applications for admission into its Higher National Diploma (HND) full-time programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.

The admission opportunity is open to candidates who possess a National Diploma (ND) with at least a Lower Credit from programmes accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

About the HND Full-Time Programme

The HND full-time programme at YABATECH is designed to deepen technical knowledge and practical skills gained at the ND level. Students are trained across different specialised areas, preparing them for both industry roles and professional advancement.

Applicants are required to meet all stated entry conditions and submit valid supporting documents within the approved application period.

List of Available HND Full-Time Courses

YABATECH offers HND programmes across several academic schools, as outlined below:

School of Agricultural Technology

• Agribusiness Management
  
• Agricultural Extension and Management
  
• Animal Production Technology
  
• Crop Production Technology
  
• Pest Management
  

School of Art, Design and Printing Technology

• Book Publishing
  
• Graphic Design
  
• Industrial Design (Ceramics and Textile)
  
• Fashion Design
  
• Painting
  
• Sculpture
  
• Printing Technology
  

School of Environmental Studies

• Architecture
  
• Building Technology
  
• Estate Management and Valuation
  
• Quantity Surveying
  
• Surveying and Geo-Informatics
  
• Urban and Regional Planning
  

A Professional Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning is also available.

School of Engineering

• Civil Engineering (Structures, Transportation)
  
• Computer Engineering
  
• Electrical Engineering (Electronics/Telecommunications, Power/Machine)
  
• Industrial Maintenance Engineering
  
• Marine Engineering
  
• Mechatronics Engineering
  
• Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing, Power Plant)
  
• Metallurgical Engineering
  
• Welding and Fabrication Engineering
  

School of Liberal Studies

• Journalism and Media Studies
  
• Strategic Communication
  

School of Management and Business Studies

• Accountancy
  
• Banking and Finance
  
• Business Administration
  
• Marketing
  
• Office Technology and Management (Monolingual and Bilingual)
  
• Public Administration
  

School of Science

• Science Laboratory Technology with options in:
  
  • Biochemistry
    
  • Chemistry
    
  • Environmental Biology
    
  • Microbiology
    
  • Physics with Electronics
    
• Statistics
  

School of Technology

• Food Science and Technology
  
• Hospitality Management Technology
  
• Human Resource Management Technology
  
• Networking and Cloud Computing
  
• Software and Web Development
  
• Textile Technology
  
• Polymer Technology
  

Admission Requirements

To qualify for admission into the HND full-time programme, applicants must meet the following conditions:

• Possess SSCE results and JAMB subject requirements relevant to the ND course, as stated in the current JAMB Brochure
  
• Hold a National Diploma with at least Lower Credit in a related discipline
  
• Have one year of relevant industrial work experience after completing the ND programme
  
• Applicants for Bilingual Office Technology and Management must contact the department regarding French language requirements
  

Professional Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning

Applicants must have:

• An HND with at least Lower Credit in Urban and Regional Planning, or
  
• An HND in related fields such as Architecture or Estate Management
  

How to Apply

The application fee for the HND full-time form is ₦22,500, excluding verification and transaction charges. Payments are made online or through designated banks. Cash payments are not accepted anywhere on campus.

Application Process

1. Visit the official YABATECH website: www.yabatech.edu.ng
   
2. Follow the online application guide
   
3. Complete and submit the form correctly
   

Applicants are advised to double-check all entries before submission to avoid errors that may affect processing.

Submission of ND Transcripts

All applicants must ensure that their ND transcripts are sent directly to the Registrar’s Office within six weeks of this announcement.

For enquiries, candidates may contact the Admissions Department, Room AA 01, Old Administrative Building, YABATECH.

 Late submissions will not be processed, so applicants are encouraged to act promptly.