The Rivers State University (RSU), located in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, is one of Nigeria’s leading institutions of higher learning. Established in 1982, the university is widely recognized for its academic excellence, innovative research, and contribution to manpower development in science, engineering, agriculture, law, and the humanities.

RSU remains a pioneer in offering industry-relevant education, producing graduates who are skilled, creative, and ready to meet the challenges of the modern workforce. The university provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across several faculties, all accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).

 Full List of Courses Offered at Rivers State University (RSU)

Below is the comprehensive list of courses and programmes offered at Rivers State University (RSU) for the 2025/2026 academic session:

Accounting
Adult & Community Education
Agric Extension & Rural Development
Agricultural & Environmental Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Agricultural Science & Education
Agriculture
Anatomy
Animal & Environmental Biology
Animal Science
Applied Biology
Architecture
Banking & Finance
Biochemistry
Biological Sciences
Business Education
Business Management
Chemical & Petroleum Engineering
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Criminology & Penology
Crop Science
Economics
Education & Biology
Education & Chemistry
Education & Mathematics
Education & Physics
Education & Science
Educational Administration & Planning
Educational Management
Electrical Engineering
English Language
Environmental Management
Estate Management
Fisheries Management
Food Science & Technology
Forestry & Wildlife
Forestry / Forest Resources Management
Geography
Geology
History & Diplomatic Studies
Home Science & Management
Land & Surveying
Law
Library & Information Science
Literature in English
Marine Engineering
Marketing
Mass Communication
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Medicine & Surgery
Microbiology
Nursing
Office & Information Management
Petrochemical Engineering
Philosophy
Physics
Physiology
Plant Science & Biotechnology
Political Science
Psychology
Quantity Surveying
Religious Studies
Sociology
Soil Science
Technical Education
Theatre Arts
Urban & Regional Planning

 RSU Cut-Off Mark for 2025/2026 Academic Session

The official cut-off mark for admission into Rivers State University (RSU) for the 2025/2026 academic session is 140.
Prospective candidates who scored 140 and above in the UTME are eligible to apply for the RSU Post-UTME screening exercise. However, competitive programmes such as Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Engineering typically require higher scores for admission consideration.

 RSU Address and Official Website

Address:
Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, P.M.B. 5080, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Official Website:
 https://www.rsu.edu.ng/

 Why Study at Rivers State University (RSU)?

RSU stands out as one of the top State Universities in Nigeria, combining academic rigor with practical training. The institution’s curriculum is designed to produce graduates who are innovative, entrepreneurial, and globally competitive. With world-class lecturers, modern laboratories, and strong industry partnerships, RSU provides a rich learning environment where students can thrive academically and professionally.

Whether your interest lies in engineering, sciences, education, management, law, or the arts, Rivers State University offers the right platform to pursue your academic and career goals.