As part of efforts meant to widen access to higher education across Nigeria, the University of Ibadan (UI) Distance Learning Centre (DLC) has been rebranded to allow for more flexibility and blended learning experience.
The move by the premier university is to make quality education accessible to all and attract more prospective applicants seeking admission into tertiary institutions.
The initiative provides alternative opportunities for qualified candidates who may have missed admission through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) or are unable to pursue full-time, on-campus study at Nigeria’s premier university.
Babatunde Omobowale, Professor and Director of the Open Distance eLearning (ODel) said that UI is committed to making quality education accessible to all by giving hope to University admission seekers across the nation.
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“The Centre offers a flexible, open, online and seamless blended learning experience which allows learners to join live lectures in real-time and have authentic learning experiences from home, office, or on the go or anywhere they are”, he noted.
He said the learning experience includes interactive course guides, real-time virtual lectures on Mobile Class and enhanced physical interactive sessions for revision with the same faculty lecturers and dedicated E-Tutors, offering a robust academic environment that fits various lifestyles, particularly young entrepreneurs and workers.
“Through this the University is giving hope to University admission seekers, so qualified candidates should take advantage of the institution’s Open Distance eLearning (ODel), particularly for the next academic year.
While stressing that the programmes are very affordable and have flexible payment schemes,noted that the institution has opened a special screening/verification exercise for all Post UTME candidates who have switched their mode of study to the UI Open Distance eLearning Centre.
Omobowale said “Candidates are required to update their records, following the update, candidates can either select the option of online verification on their portal or report to the Admissions Office at the UIDLC Administrative Building Complex, located at the University of Ibadan Extension along Sasa-Ajibode Road, for their verification. The interactive sessions begin immediately.
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“If you are a qualified candidate but have not yet applied, you can still seize this opportunity. You can apply directly through https://modeofstudy.ui.edu.ng to earn the reputable UI degree. The UI-ODeL mode provides a flexible, technology-enabled blended learning experience.
Emphasising that such candidates must have a minimum of five relevant O’ Level credits in one sitting or six in two sittings, Omobowale stated that new and incoming students are required to attend an orientation exercise on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the CBT Complex, UIDLC so as to understand the university’s academic policies, accessing campus resources, and learning about available student support services.
“It is also an excellent chance to connect with faculty and fellow students, ensuring a smooth start to your academic journey. This special admission window is only open for a limited time and will close at midnight on Friday, October 10, 2025.”
