Paul University
University in Awka, Nigeria
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Paul University, Awka (PUA) is located in Awka, Anambra State in Nigeria. It is a private Christian University. It was founded in 2009 by Bishops of the five ecclesiastical provinces of the Anglican Church East of the Niger to provide undergraduate training in Arts, Natural and Applied Sciences, Social Sciences and Management.[1]
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Other name | Unipaul |
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| Motto | Ecce Ego Mite Me (Latin for "Here I am; send me") |
| Type | Faith based (Private) |
| Established | 2009 |
| Founder | 55 Dioceses of the East of the Niger. |
| Affiliation | Church of Nigeria |
Religious affiliation | Christianity (Anglican) |
| Chancellor | The Most Revd Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba (Primate, Metropolitan and Archbishop, Church of Nigeria) you |
| Vice-Chancellor | Venerable (Prof) Obiora Nwosu |
| Address | Opposite Federal Science and Technical College Zik's Avenue Ugwuoji , , , Nigeria |
| Campus | Residential |
| Colours | Purple and Pink |
| Website | www |
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The university which is fully residential has an estimated enrollment of around 400 students (expected to reach 3,500) and has replaced St Paul's University College which was founded in 1904 by the Church Missionary Society of the Church of England to train church workers and teachers.[2]
Although Paul University Awka is a Private University, the Anambra State government under Governor Peter Obi donated cash and vehicles for its infrastructural upgrade and development.[3] Again in 2025, Mr Peter Obi also made a donation of N30 million naira to Paul University. He stated as he donated, “by investing in education, we unlock the immense potential of our people to become productive members of society and, thus, pave the way for sustainable and inclusive progress."[4]
Paul University has affiliate institutions like Institute of Theology, which is headed by the Director, Ven Dr Rex Kanu. Prof Obiora Nwosu, is the Vice Chancellor while Prof Chinyere Stella Okunna is the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics) and Prof Godwin Onu is Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration), in Adjunct capacity.[5]
The first Board of Trustee was headed by a former Vice President of Nigeria, Dr Alex Ekwueme (GCON). He built the Administrative Offices in which the Senate Chamber is housed.
Academic Programmes
Paul University, Awka currently has three faculties, and these faculties offer a variety of courses. The faculties are Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences, Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, and Faculty of Arts.[6] In addition, it runs an Institute of Theology, which it inherited from the defunct St. Paul's University College, and also admits students into the JUPEB[7] and Continuing Education Programme (CEP).
The school provides the services of a bookshop, cyber cafe, computer Science[8] and training center, among others.
The list of courses offered and their duration, and degree awarded are listed below, by faculties.
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
| Course | Duration | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Biological Sciences | 4 years | B. Sc |
| Biochemistry | 4 years | B. Sc |
| Chemistry | 4 years | B. Sc |
| Pure and Industrial Physics | 4 years | B. Sc |
| Pure Mathematics | 4 years | B. Sc |
| Computer Science and Information Technology | 4 years | B. Sc |
| Microbiology | 4 years | B. Sc |
Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
| Course | Duration | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Accountancy | 4 yrs | B. Sc |
| Banking and Finance | 4yrs | B. Sc |
| Business Administration | 4 yrs | B. Sc |
| Management and Entrepreneurial Studies | 4yrs | B. Sc |
| Sociology and Psychology | 4yrs | B. Sc |
| Political Science | 4yrs | B. Sc |
| Public Administration | 4yrs | B. Sc |
| Economics | 4yrs | B. Sc |
| Marketing | 4yrs | B. Sc |
Faculty of Arts
| Course | Duration | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 4yrs | BA |
| English Literature | 4 yrs | BA |
| History and International Relations | 4yrs | BA |
| Religious Studies | 4yrs | BA |
| Mass Communication | 4yrs | BA |
Library
Paul University Library was established on 30 November 2009 to support and facilitate the teaching, learning, research and recreational activities of the University Community. The library inherited the collection of the former St. Paul's College, Awka, which is expanding and broadening as the College Library transforms into a University Library, balancing Sciences with earlier emphasis on the Arts, Social and Management Sciences.[9]
The University Library also has an E-Library section. This is a section of the library in which the collections are stored in electronic media formats (as opposed to print, or other media) and accessible through computers. These are made available and accessible to the students and staff of the academic community.[10]
Centres and Research Institutes
Paul University operates several specialized centres aimed at enhancing research, professional development, and academic innovation. These include:
- Centre for Distance Learning and Professional Studies – provides opportunities for part-time, professional, and continuing education programmes to accommodate students and professionals unable to attend full-time courses.[11]
- Research and Innovation Centre – coordinates research activities across faculties, supports faculty and student research projects, and fosters partnerships with national and international institutions.[12]
- Centre for ICT and Technology – manages information and communication technology infrastructure for teaching, learning, and administrative purposes, while providing ICT training and support services.[13]
