Many students always ask the same particular question which is University and Polytechnic which is better? Well in this article you would get to understand the fundamental truth of both institutions and choose which you think is better.
We are not judging these two types of institutions based on what we want for you but based on how the system works. So whatever you read here is based on our personal opinion afterward you can choose which one suit you.
Also read: Should I Go For HND After ND?
So in this article, we would be revealing the top eye-opening guide on which to go for, so continue reading till the end.
Judging Base on Degree
In Polytechnic you only get to earn two (2) awards:
National Diploma: This is the primary stage of polytechnic education. It is a two-year program if you can gain entry through JAMB or daily part-time and a three-year program if you gain entry for a regular Part-time. So after successful completion of this program, a certificate is given to you which is National Diploma (ND).
Higher National Diploma: This is the secondary stage of polytechnic education. You can only pursue this certificate after completing ND and undergoing a one-year industrial Training (IT). However, it is similar to BSC and the Higher National Diploma (HND) certificate would be gotten after completing the program.
While in University you get 3-5 kinds of the award pending on the course you are studying.
Diploma:
This award is given after completing 12 to 18 months of full-time study when accepted for credit into any university in Nigeria.
Bachelor’s degree:
A bachelor’s degree is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by every university and is given to their students upon successful completion of a course of study for three(3) to six (6) years. However, the two most common bachelor’s degrees are the Bachelor of Science (BSc or BS) and the Bachelor of Arts.
Registered Nurse:
This registered nurse (RN) is a certificate given to a student who successfully undergoes a nursing course at the university. So with this certificate, you are licensed to practice anywhere in Nigeria.
Bachelor of Nursing Sciences:
The Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSc) is an additional educational degree given to students who complete the 5 years course for a Nursing course in any university.
After seeing all these degrees this blows a siren in your head that university offers more authoritative degrees than polytechnic.
However, let’s still see the advantage and disadvantages of Polytechnic and University.
Reasons Why Universities May Be Better Than Polytechnic.
- Companies give higher and more recognition to University BSC (degree) than Polytechnic HND degrees.
- Universities tend to offer more art courses than polytechnics.
- Universities offer more science/medical courses than polytechnics. No Polytechnic offers pharmacy, Medicine and surgery, or Nursing Science.
Reasons why polytechnic May Be Better Than University
- Polytechnics are always good and recommended for engineering courses because they offer the best lectures for engineering courses
- Polytechnic deals more with practicals which universities do not emphasize on.
- Polytechnics (ND) graduates can venture into working with the national diploma before going for the Higher National Diploma (HND) level while for university you will not be able to work until you complete your 4 or 5 years courses.
University Or Polytechnic Which Should I go for
After listing all the awards/ degrees given to both institutions and as well as the advantage and disadvantages you should already have a clearer view of which to go for.
However, if we are to advise you, we would recommend you go to University because so many opportunities and chances are being given to University graduates in terms of Jobs, Time management, and future planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are polytechnics better than universities?
Polytechnic is not better than universities because both Institution have their strength and weaknes.
Is polytechnic the same as university?
No, Polytechnic is not the same as university.
Can I switch from polytechnic to university?
No, it is impossible to switch from Polytechnic to University.
Should I go for University?
The choice is yours so you should go for whichever one that would suit you. However this article is just a guide to help you decide.
Conclusion
We hope we did Justice in identifying which is better between University and the Polytechnic. Though it’s a personal decision to make but this article can still help in guiding you towards which decision to make.
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