Earning a first-class degree is no easy feat and requires a high level of skill and knowledge in one’s field of study. We’re going to be counting down the top 10 departments with the lowest number of first-class graduate students. We know how OAU is and how each ‘A’ deserves a special thanksgiving (seriously by 100%). Some departments graduated hundreds of students without any first class, so when we see departments graduate one first class, we know that student deserves accolades. Follow us as we countdown together to find out if your department made the list.
10. Institute Of Education
The Institute of Education prepares teacher educators to work in training colleges where teachers are trained successfully graduated 2 students with first-class honors degrees at the just concluded 46th convocation ceremony. They have gained a strong foundation in the theories and principles of education, as well as practical skills in areas such as instructional design and classroom management.
9. Kinesiology, Health Education, and Recreation
After 4 years of rigorous physical and brain work, the department of Kinesiology, Health, and Recreation graduated 2 students with a first-class honorary degree. We have no doubt that these students are both mentally and physically fit to impact the world of sports.
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8. Local Government Studies
2 outstanding students from the Department of Local Government Studies have successfully graduated with first-class honors. this is definitely no small victory. They are literally the first department you get to when entering campus. Their students show no restraint in dedicating time to both their department and their studies. We are glad that these two have made their department proud.
7. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Hard Work and Dedication is the nickname we would give this person. We know how sciences can be and Biochemistry; the name tells the tale in full. This first-class honoree definitely spared no cost in ensuring that their academics were in check from part 1 to part 4. The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology graduated 1 first-class honors student at the 46th convocation ceremony.
6. Surveying and GeoInformatics
This is a pure science department but regardless of the technicalities that apply to studying in the department of Surveying and Geoinformatics, they were able to produce 1 First Class honors student. We are certain this student would do science proud.
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5. Estate Management
A student from the department of Estate Management at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has graduated with first-class honors. This student has not only completed their studies with flying colors but has also received First-Class Honors. This is a truly impressive accomplishment and we could not be prouder of this individual.
4. Animal Science
After four years of academic diligence, this student has not only graduated with flying colors but has also achieved highly coveted first-class honors. We are sure that they would excel in whatever field or skill they choose to venture into. The Department of Animal Science graduated 1 first-class honors student at the just concluded convocation ceremony.
3. Agricultural Economics
A student from the Department of Agricultural Economics at Obafemi Awolowo University, has graduated with first-class honors. This impressive achievement is a testament to Asa’s hard work, dedication, and passion for the field of agricultural economics. Throughout their time at OAU, they consistently excelled in their studies, constantly ranking among the top students in their department.
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2. Geography
This exceptional graduate bagged the only First-Class honorary degree in the entire Department of Geography. This is a truly remarkable accomplishment, and we are all incredibly proud of their achievements.
1. Adult Education and Lifelong Learning
It is definitely no small business to graduate with a First Class Degree from the faculty of Education. This student was diligent enough to emerge as the only graduating student with a first-class honors degree from the department of Adult Education and Lifelong Learning. This department is one which aims to ensure that all adults participate in their societies and the world of work. (social inclusion), We look forward to the change society would experience through this excellent student.
So there we have it. 10 departments with the lowest number of First-Class Honors Degrees. The great thing about this is how these 1 and 2 persons, as the case may be, made it to first class. That’s what standing out feels like. It is very inspirational.
What of the departments without first class grades?