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HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

The Department of Pure and Applied Botany is one of the four Departments in the College of Biosciences. The Department of Pure and Applied Botany was established December 1, 2014 when the Department of Biological Sciences was split into the Department of Pure and Applied Botany and Department of Pure and Applied Zoology.

The academic staff of the department comprises renowned academics and researchers with vast knowledge in their areas of specialization. The department Provides sound academic teaching in specialized areas of Botany at both undergraduate level and postgraduate level i.e. Pg.D., M.Sc. and Ph.D. boasting of a Botanical Garden, screen house and adequately equipped laboratory for practicals.

PHILOSOPHY

The Pure and Applied Botany programme is designed to provide students with sound understanding of the concept and methodologies of Botany with focus on key areas of human development, thereby contributing to national development and integrity.

AIMS/OBJECTIVES

The three basic need of man (food, shelter and clothing), are provided either directly or indirectly by plants. Therefore, Botany which is the scientific study of plants is of great importance for the continued existence of humans on Earth.

The intention of the department is therefore:

Course Synopsis

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