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At University of Port Harcourt, we believe in the transformative power of education and the boundless potential within every individual. Established in 1975, we have been dedicated to fostering intellectual curiosity, academic excellence, and a vibrant campus community.
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At University of Port Harcourt, we believe in the transformative power of education and the boundless potential within every individual. Established in 1975, we have been dedicated to fostering intellectual curiosity, academic excellence, and a vibrant campus community. The University of Port Harcourt, an entrepreneurial University acting in consonance with the regulations of the National University Commission (NUC). The University of Port Harcourt was established in 1975 and is situated in Choba/Aluu town in Rivers State, Nigeria in the South-South geo-political zone.Currently, the University has one (1) College, twelve (12) Faculties, and seven (3) Schools.
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The Mission of the University of Port Harcourt is the pursuit of academic excellence, advancement of knowledge and community service through quality teaching , life-long learning, social inclusion, strengthening civil society and policy-relevant research that addresses the challenges of contemporary society. To achieve this Mission, the University is guided by the spirit of enquiry, self-reliance, fairness, and ethical and professional standards of the disciplines.
The University of Port Harcourt aims to be ranked amongst the best universities in Africa, renowned for its teaching, research, creativity and innovation.
The Philosophy of the University of Port Harcourt is commitment to academic freedom, tolerance, probity, equal opportunity and respect for cultural diversity.
We are a passionate educational institution dedicated to providing high-quality resources to learners of all backgrounds.
