Akawe Torkula Polytechnic is a public state-owned polytechnic that is located in Makurdi, the capital city of Benue State.
Akawe Torkula Polytechnic is an institution that has undergone various stages of transition and development. It was established as Murtala College of Arts and Science before it was upgraded to the School of Remedial Studies/School of Basic Science.
The institution was later upgraded from School of Remedial Studies/School of Basic Studies to Alfred Akawe Torkula College of Advanced and Professional Studies,the newly upgraded Institution at that time was named after Alfred Akawe Torkula who was a well known former traditional paramount ruler of TIV.
In 2020 the institution entered into a new phase as it was upgraded from its college status to polytechnic by the then Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom, naming the institution Akawe Torkula Polytechnic, Makurdi.
The Polythenic was established with a clear mission and vision to provide practical education that empowers students for successful careers and to be a leader in technical education and innovation.
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Schools in Akawe Torkula Polytechnic
• School of Engineering and Related Technology
• School of Science, Computing, and Related Technology
• School of Agriculture and Related Technology
• School of Arts, Vocation, and Technology
• School of Administration and Business Management Program
• School of Environmental Design Technology
• School of Finance and Related Studies
• School of Health and Related Studies
• School of Hospitality and Related Technology
• School of Communication and Information Technology
• School of General Studies
Courses Offered at Akawe Torkula Polytechnic
National Diploma (ND) Programmes
• Computer Science Technology
• Library and Information Science Technology
• Science Laboratory Technology
• Statistics
• Fashion Design and Clothing Technology
• Arts and Industrial Design
• Graphics Design and Photography
• Leather Design and Technology
• Woodwork and Paper Technology
• Ceramic Technology
• Glass Technology
• Textile Technology
• Polymer Technology
• Printing Technology
• Business Administration and Management
• Public Administration
• Co-operative Economics and Management
• Local Government Studies
• Marketing
• Office Technology and Management
• Procurement and Warehousing
• Social Works
• Security Studies
• Transportation and Logistics
• Entrepreneurial Studies
• Mass Communication
Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes
• Software Design and Development Technology
• Cyber Security Technology
• Artificial Intelligence Technology
• Human Resource Management
• Maritime Business Management
• Development Communication
• Strategic Communication and Media Studies
• Film and Multimedia Production
• Journalism and Media Studies
Akawe Torkula Polytechnic Admission Requirements
National Diploma (ND)
• Obtain at least five relevant O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.
• Score a minimum of 100 in the UTME.
• Apply through the institution’s admission portal or obtain the application form from the Polytechnic’s Bursary Department.
IJMB Programme
•Candidates must have five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in a maximum of two sittings.
• Candidates with a deficiency in either English or mathematics may be admitted but must make up the missing subject during the program.
• The candidate must purchase the IJMB application form at the Bursary Department.
Higher National Diploma (HND)
• Possess a relevant National Diploma (ND) from a recognized institution.
• Have at least a lower credit in the ND. Candidates with a Pass must present the required industrial pass experience.
• Complete a minimum of one year of relevant Industrial Training (IT). Candidates with a Pass require two years of work experience.
• Present five relevant Opassel credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
• Provide the same JAMB registration number used during the ND program for verification.
Akawe Torkula Polytechnic Cut-Off Mark for All Courses
Akawe Torkula School Fees For All Courses
School Fees in Akawe Torkula Polytechnic is not publicized by the institution but for students sake and for those who want to know how much they should prepare ahead incase of admission and that is why we will give you an estimation but not the course by course school Fees.
Using estimation the school fees for ND courses range from ₦50,000-₦100,000 while for HND Courses it range from ₦70,000-₦150,000. Since the Polytechnic is a state owned Polytechnic the institution charge different fees for indignee and non-indignee separately but this is not confirmed bstate-ownedapolytechnic,ulation.
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Akawnon-indigenee separately,as hostel accommodation in the institution premises, both available for the male and female students, respectively.
The school fees and the hostel fee information and details are not published by the institution, but using the estimated hostel fee in the polytechnic, the hostel fee will range from ₦40,000 to ₦70,000 per session.
How To Pay Akawe Torkula Polytechnic School Fees
° Go to the Polytechnic payment portal at https://portal.atpoly.edu.ng/
° Log in with your student identification number and proceed to the payment.
° Generate the invoice ID and proceed to make payment using the invoice on the portal.
° After payment, generate a receipt and keep it for future reference and verification purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
° Where is Akawe? Torkula Polytechnic located
Akawe Torkula Polytechnic is located in Markurdi, Benue State. The institution is a state owned Polytechnic
° What is the JAMB cut-off mark forstate-ownedula Polytechnic?
The cutoff mark for Akwe Torkula Polytechnic is 100 and above for competitive courses.
° Does Akawe Torkula Polytechnic accept IJMB applicants?
Yes, provided that the applicant has the necessary required documents.
° Is Akawe Torkula Polytechnic accredited
Yes, the Polytechnic is accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
Conclusion
Though the Institution was upgraded to be a Polytechnic in 2020 the Institution has undergone a massive growth by offering lot of courses both in ND and HND programme respectively the introduction of the IJMB Programme also show the direction of productivity and excellence that the Polytechnic is leaning to.
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