If your UTME score fell short or you want a quicker, more organised path into a health-related degree, the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO) offers a practical bridge for Nigerian science students: the Remedial Science Programme.
This guide explains how FUHSO’s Remedial admission works, its link to the IJMB pathway, eligibility, costs, application steps, and answers to common applicant questions.
FUHSO is a federal university in Otukpo, Benue State, that focuses on health-related courses.
It offers undergraduate training through the Faculty of Pharmacy, College of Medicine, and Faculty of Science, with programmes such as Medicine and Surgery, Pharmacy, Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Biochemistry, and other science courses.
As a specialised health sciences university, its entry routes- Direct UTME/Post-UTME, Direct Entry, and the Remedial Science Programme- are all designed to give students a strong, practical foundation before starting 100-Level degree courses.
Before we get into the details, note that FUHSO’s official Remedial Science Programme admission form was last sold for the 2025/2026 academic session, from Thursday, October 9, 2025, to Sunday, November 30, 2025, as shown on the university’s website (fuhso.edu.ng).
This programme is meant to prepare students for the 2026/2027 UTME/JAMB exams, since its nine-month schedule leads straight into the next degree intake.
If you are searching for a separate “2026/2027 Remedial form,” FUHSO has not released it yet.
The university usually announces the next Remedial form sale a few months before the new session.
Always check FUHSO’s official website or contact the Registrar’s office directly before making any payment, as many unofficial “admission agents” online claim to sell FUHSO forms.
What the FUHSO Remedial Science Programme Actually Is
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The Remedial Science Programme is not a full degree.
It is a preparatory programme for science students who need to improve certain subjects before starting a 100-Level degree.
The programme offers two main benefits:
- It includes a JAMB/UTME preparatory clinic with intensive coaching from Monday to Friday, helping candidates improve their scores for the next UTME cycle.
- It also features a nine-month academic and laboratory programme with structured teaching and practical lab exercises in the main science subjects needed for FUHSO’s health-related degrees.
Candidates who finish the Remedial programme and meet all requirements are automatically placed into FUHSO’s degree programmes.
They do not need to take the Post-UTME screening again.
How the IJMB Pathway Fits In
IJMB (Interim Joint Matriculation Board) is a separate, well-known one-year Advanced Level programme offered by many Nigerian universities and centres.
It lets successful students enter 200 Level directly, skipping 100 Level through Direct Entry.
FUHSO’s Remedial programme is often mentioned with IJMB because both help students who did not get the right score or subjects after secondary school.
However, Remedial leads to 100 Level with automatic placement, while IJMB can lead to Direct Entry into 200 Level, depending on the university’s rules.
If you are interested in an IJMB centre at FUHSO, check with the admissions office to see which programme, Remedial or IJMB, is currently accepting applications, as this changes each session.
Eligibility Requirements for FUHSO Remedial Admission
To qualify for FUHSO’s Remedial Science Programme, candidates must possess a minimum of three (3) O’Level credits in WASC/SSCE/NECO/GCE (or its equivalent) in the following subject combination:
- Mathematics or Further Mathematics
- English Language
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Either Biology, Agricultural Science, or Geography
This programme is only for science students who want to study health or science-related degrees.
Degree Programmes You Can Be Placed Into
Successful Remedial candidates can be placed into any of the following FUHSO degree programmes:
- MBBS (Medicine & Surgery)
- Pharm.D. Pharmacy
- B.NSc. Nursing Science
- B.MLS. Medical Laboratory Science
- B.Sc. Public Health & Epidemiology
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Microbiology
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Biological Science
- B.Sc. Medical Physics
- B.Sc. Biostatistics
- B.Sc. Mathematics
Conditions for Automatic Placement
Finishing the Remedial programme alone does not guarantee you a place in a degree course.
Candidates must also meet these conditions:
- Score at least 50% in each subject taken, with proven 75% attendance throughout the teaching and laboratory sessions.
- Choose FUHSO as their first choice on JAMB/UTME.
- Meet the specific cut-off mark for their preferred degree programme.
How to Apply for the FUHSO Remedial Programme
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₦10,000 through Remita, in favour of Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, with the purpose stated as “Student Charges.”
- Send your proof of payment to the official Remedial email address: fuhsoremedial@gmail.com.
- Wait for your registration link, which will be sent to the email address you used to make payment.
- Fill out the online registration form and attach your academic credentials and proof of payment.
- Verify your details and click submit to complete your registration.
FUHSO has warned that Remita payments and third-party payment channels outside its official portals are not allowed.
Unauthorised payments may be rejected.
Always make sure you are on the university’s real website (fuhso.edu.ng) or its official undergraduate portal before making any payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does the FUHSO Remedial programme guarantee admission into any course I choose?
No automatic placement applies only to the science-based degree programmes listed under the Remedial scheme, and even then, you must meet the specific cut-off mark for your chosen course, maintain the required attendance, and score at least 50% in each subject.
2. Can Arts or Commercial students apply for the FUHSO Remedial programme?
No, the programme is strictly reserved for candidates on the science track who already hold O’Level credits in Mathematics, English Language, Chemistry, Physics, and one of Biology, Agricultural Science, or Geography.
3. Is completing the FUHSO Remedial programme the same as completing IJMB?
No, the two are distinct pathways with different structures and outcomes: Remedial leads to automatic 100-Level placement upon successful completion and JAMB compliance.
At the same time, IJMB is a separate Advanced Level route generally aimed at Direct Entry consideration into 200 Level, subject to the receiving university’s own requirements.
4. What happens if I complete the Remedial programme but don’t meet the 50% minimum in one subject?
Falling short of the 50% minimum in even one subject can disqualify you from the automatic placement guarantee, since the condition explicitly requires at least 50% in each subject taken, not just an overall average.
5. Can I still get placed if I attended less than 75% of the sessions but scored well in my exams?
Both conditions the minimum score and the 75% attendance requirement are stated as combined requirements, so falling short on attendance alone can affect your eligibility for automatic placement regardless of exam performance.
6. Is the ₦10,000 Remedial application fee the same as the full programme tuition?
No, the ₦10,000 is strictly the non-refundable application/registration fee to access the registration portal; the full programme tuition and other charges are separate and will be communicated once your registration is processed.
7. What happens if I don’t choose FUHSO as my first choice on JAMB after completing the Remedial programme?
Choosing FUHSO as your first choice on JAMB/UTME is explicitly listed as one of the conditions for automatic placement, so failing to do so could affect your eligibility for guaranteed placement, even after completing the programme.
8. How do I confirm whether the 2026/2027 Remedial or IJMB form is currently on sale?
The safest way is to check FUHSO’s official website (fuhso.edu.ng) directly or contact the Registrar’s office through the verified phone line and email published there, since sale windows for each new session are typically announced a few months ahead and unofficial third-party numbers circulating online are not reliable sources.
Final Thoughts
FUHSO’s Remedial Science Programme gives science students a real second chance to improve their subject knowledge before starting a health-related degree.
It combines UTME coaching with nine months of structured teaching, allowing you to move straight into 100 Level without another Post-UTME screening.
Whether you choose the Remedial route or consider IJMB as another option, always check FUHSO’s official channels to see which application is open for your session.
Follow the ₦10,000 Remita payment and registration steps as published, and never use an unofficial agent or third-party number.
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