The University of Ibadan has opened an Open, Distance and eLearning (ODeL) admission route for 2026 Post-UTME candidates. This move allows eligible candidates to switch to ODeL and earn a University of Ibadan degree.
UI's Distance Learning Centre Offers Free Admission Route
The University of Ibadan Distance Learning Centre (UIDLC) is offering eligible 2026 Post-UTME candidates the opportunity to switch to Open, Distance and eLearning (ODeL). This special cohort is scheduled to begin on August 17, 2026, and the application deadline is August 15, 2026.
Qualified 2026 Post-UTME candidates and fresh applicants meeting UI admission standards are eligible to apply. The special change-of-mode option is aimed at 2026 UI Post-UTME candidates who are qualified but cannot secure a place in the conventional mode because of limited spaces.
Other qualified candidates who did not sit for the UI Post-UTME may also apply as fresh ODeL applicants, subject to the programme's admission requirements. The waived application fee applies strictly to candidates who wrote the 2026 UI Post-UTME.
Eligible Courses and Admission Requirements
University of Ibadan ODeL courses include Computer Science, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, English and Social Work, among others. UIDLC admits students through both O'Level and Direct Entry routes. Its official admission requirements state that candidates can enter through the four-year Direct Entry route or the five-year O'Level route, depending on their qualifications and chosen programme.
Candidates must complete the required JAMB CAPS process, while tuition and other academic fees still apply. The Centre provides programme-specific requirements for its different faculties, and candidates should confirm the courses currently available and their specific requirements on the UIDLC admission page before applying.
How to Apply
Candidates can log into modeofstudy.ui.edu.ng to submit their free change-of-mode application. For 2026 UI Post-UTME candidates eligible for the change of mode, the process begins on the UI portal. Candidates can also access admission information through the official UIDLC website.
Candidates should not assume that changing their study mode on the UI portal completes the entire admission process. Where required, candidates should ensure that their change of institution or course is properly reflected through JAMB CAPS, monitor their admission status, and accept the offer on CAPS when it becomes available.
What Happens Next
After completing the admission process, students participating in ODeL programmes will use digital learning materials, virtual classes, the learning management system, and other online resources. Candidates should confirm the courses currently available and their specific requirements on the UIDLC admission page before applying.
The University of Ibadan's ODeL programme is designed to provide students with flexibility and convenience while still meeting the university's academic standards. The programme's admission requirements recognise qualifications including A' Levels, NCE, OND/ND, HND, diplomas, and previous degrees for relevant programmes and entry routes.
Source: Pulse.ng
