department of CHEMISTRY
About the Department
General Overview
The Department of Chemistry offers graduate programmes leading to the degrees of Masters of Science (M.sc), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) and Doctor of Philosophy with emphasis on any of the traditional areas of chemistry namely; Physical, Organic, Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry.
The Department of Chemistry was one of the foundation departments in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences in 1964. It offered the B. Sc Honours Degree in Chemistry, graduating its first set of students in 1967. The Department has grown in size since inception and has enjoyed the continued presence in the department of vibrant members of staff with strong academic backgrounds. The merger of the Science Division of the College and Technology, Abeokuta (COSTAB), the University of Lagos (Abeokuta Campus) with the Akoka Campus introduced the erstwhile Petroleum Chemistry/Petrochemicals and Industrial Chemistry programmes of COSTAB into the programmes of the Department. In 1984 the department graduated its first set of graduates in Industrial Chemistry. In the same year, the one year- M.Sc. Program by coursework was introduced. In 2000 M. Sc and Ph.D. programs in Analytical and Environmental Chemistry were introduced. The postgraduate Diploma and Masters in Environmental Management were also introduced in the same year.
Our Vision
Excellence in chemical education and research for global impact.
Our Mission
To educate, innovate, and inspire through inclusive, research-driven teaching and the development of skilled, adaptable, and entrepreneurial chemistry graduates.
H.O.D’s Message
The Department of Chemistry is a vibrant, research-led department with an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research. We offer a dynamic academic environment supported by modern teaching and research facilities and a community of dedicated staff and students. As one of the fundamental experimental physical sciences, Chemistry remains central to modern scientific advancement. Our programmes in Chemistry and Industrial Chemistry are designed to equip undergraduate and postgraduate students with strong conceptual foundations, practical skills, and entrepreneurial capacity for successful careers in industry, research, government, and academia. We invite you to explore our programmes and join us in advancing excellence and innovation in Chemistry
Prof. Tolulope M. Fasina
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (H.O.D)
