Overview

The document is the Benchmark Minimum Academic Standards (BMAS) for undergraduate programmes in Nigerian universities in the field of Education, published by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in November 2014. It outlines the legal basis under Section 10(1) of the Education Act (2004) empowering the NUC to set minimum standards. The BMAS replaces earlier Minimum Academic Standards (MAS) and Benchmark-style Statements, merging outcome-based and content-based approaches. The revision was driven by advances in knowledge, ICT impact, globalization, and the need for entrepreneurial and peace studies to enhance graduate competitiveness and socio-economic development. A stakeholders' workshop was used to benchmark each programme. The document invites comments before 31st October 2015. It notes that a conclusive statement on the minimum CGPA of 1.5 for graduation will be made after a forthcoming workshop on the grading system. The preface highlights the evolution from prescriptive MAS to flexible BMAS, informed by a labour market needs assessment survey.

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