Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology (TMIT), Ogoja, is a Catholic Diocese-founded tertiary institution in Cross River State offering National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes across engineering, health, management, and nursing sciences. This article lists every course TMIT currently offers, explains what is known about its fee structure for the 2026/2027 academic session, and covers the admission requirements that apply across the institution.
About Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology
TMIT was founded on 25 May 2021 as the centenary project of the Catholic Diocese of Ogoja, marking one hundred years since the Catholic Church’s arrival in the Ogoja region. The institute runs under the administration of the Thomas McGettrick Foundation and operates from its campus at 8-10 Moniya Road, Igoli, Ogoja, in Cross River State. TMIT positions itself around four academic units: the School of Engineering, the School of Health Technology, the School of Management and Financial Studies, and the College of Nursing Science, with admission into all programmes regulated in line with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Full List of Courses Offered at TMIT
The table below groups every course TMIT currently runs by academic school, showing which are available at the National Diploma (ND) level and which have progressed to Higher National Diploma (HND) level as well.
| School | ND Programmes | HND Programmes |
|---|---|---|
| College of Nursing Science | General Nursing Science | Not yet offered at HND level |
| School of Health Technology | Community Health, Medical Laboratory Technology, Pharmaceutical Technology | Pharmaceutical Technology |
| School of Management and Financial Studies | Accountancy, Business Administration & Management, Public Administration | Accountancy, Business Administration & Management, Public Administration |
| School of Engineering | Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering Technology, Music Technology, Statistics | Computer Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering Technology, Music Technology, Statistics |
This gives TMIT a total of thirteen distinct undergraduate programmes at the National Diploma level, with eight of those also running at the Higher National Diploma level for students who have completed their ND with the required grade and, where applicable, relevant work experience.
The College of Nursing Science at TMIT
TMIT’s College of Nursing Science, sometimes referred to by its institutional short form as TMCONSO, is a specialised unit dedicated to training nurses through National Diploma and Higher National Diploma-level nursing education. The college combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and supervised clinical placement in hospital settings, with an emphasis on practical skills, ethical practice, and patient-centred care. This structure reflects a growing pattern among newer Nigerian private polytechnics and institutes of technology, where nursing and allied health training is offered at diploma level as an alternative route into healthcare careers, distinct from the degree-level Nursing Science programmes universities award.
Does TMIT Publish a Fixed School Fees Schedule?
TMIT does not publish a single, fixed public school fees schedule listing exact tuition amounts for each of its thirteen programmes. As a relatively young institution, having held its earliest matriculation ceremonies only in recent years, TMIT communicates its exact fee figures directly to admitted candidates through its official student portal rather than displaying a fixed public rate card that applies uniformly across every admission cycle. Prospective applicants should treat any specific naira figure encountered outside TMIT’s own official communication as unverified, and should always confirm the exact current tuition, acceptance fee, and other charges directly through the admissions office or the official TMIT portal before making any payment.
What Generally Determines Cost at an Institution Like TMIT
While TMIT has not published a fixed fee table, understanding what typically drives cost differences between programmes at a private Nigerian polytechnic-style institution helps applicants budget realistically. Courses under the School of Health Technology and the College of Nursing Science, such as Medical Laboratory Technology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Community Health, and General Nursing Science, generally carry higher charges than courses in the School of Management and Financial Studies, since laboratory equipment, clinical training materials, and hospital-based supervised placement add recurring costs that classroom-based Accountancy, Business Administration, or Public Administration programmes do not require to the same degree. Engineering courses, particularly Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering Technology, similarly carry workshop and equipment-related charges above what a purely theoretical course requires. As a privately run institution founded and administered by the Catholic Diocese of Ogoja, TMIT’s overall tuition also tends to sit above what a state-owned polytechnic in the same region would charge, since it does not receive government subvention and depends on tuition and diocesan support to fund its facilities and staffing.
General Admission Requirements for TMIT
Admission into any TMIT programme, regardless of school or department, is based on meeting the following conditions:
- Age requirement: candidates must be at least 16 years of age at the time of admission.
- O’Level requirements: a minimum of five credit passes in SSCE, NECO, GCE O’Level, or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings, with the remaining subjects relevant to the candidate’s chosen course of study.
- JAMB/UTME requirement: all ND and HND applicants need a minimum UTME score of 100, and must select Thomas McGettrick Institute of Technology as their first choice institution during JAMB registration.
The TMIT Admission Application Process
Gaining admission into a National Diploma programme at TMIT follows a defined sequence:
- JAMB UTME application: candidates purchase the JAMB UTME form, select TMIT as their first choice institution, and meet the minimum UTME score of 100.
- TMIT admission form: candidates obtain and complete the institute’s own admission form and submit it to the School Registry.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): applicants sit for a CBT conducted by the institute, which forms part of the overall admission assessment alongside UTME performance.
- Screening of credentials: all academic and personal documents submitted are verified, and any false declaration or forged document results in automatic disqualification from the admission process.
Candidates applying for HND programmes, rather than ND, generally need to have already completed the corresponding ND programme with at least a lower credit from an accredited institution, and in some departments, such as Pharmaceutical Technology, a minimum period of relevant post-ND work experience.
Why the College of Nursing Science and Health Technology Courses Attract Extra Scrutiny
Because Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, Pharmaceutical Technology, and Community Health all involve direct patient contact, clinical placement, or laboratory diagnostic work, TMIT’s screening process for these specific programmes tends to place particular weight on the relevance of a candidate’s O’Level science subjects, typically expecting credits in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics alongside the general English Language and Mathematics requirement. Candidates without these science credits are unlikely to be considered for the College of Nursing Science or the clinically oriented Health Technology programmes, even if they meet the general UTME minimum, since the coursework in these departments depends heavily on a science foundation from secondary school.
Contacting TMIT for Fee and Admission Enquiries
Since TMIT’s exact fee schedule is communicated directly to admitted candidates rather than published as a fixed public rate card, prospective applicants with specific questions about tuition, acceptance fees, or other charges for a particular department should reach the institute’s Admissions Officer directly, either by email or through the phone contacts listed on the official TMIT website, or by visiting the campus at 8-10 Moniya Road, Igoli, Ogoja, Cross River State. This is the most reliable way to obtain an accurate, current figure for a specific programme and admission cycle, given that the institute reviews its charges from one session to the next.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many courses does TMIT offer?
TMIT offers thirteen National Diploma programmes across four schools: College of Nursing Science, School of Health Technology, School of Management and Financial Studies, and School of Engineering, with eight of these also available at the Higher National Diploma level.
Does TMIT publish a fixed school fees amount for its courses?
No. TMIT does not publish one uniform, publicly listed fee schedule. Exact tuition figures are communicated to admitted candidates directly through the official student portal, and applicants should confirm the current amount with the admissions office before payment.
What is the minimum UTME score required for TMIT?
Candidates need a minimum UTME score of 100 and must select TMIT as their first choice institution during JAMB registration.
Does TMIT offer Nursing Science?
Yes. The Thomas McGettrick College of Nursing Science offers a National Diploma in General Nursing Science, with clinical placement in hospital settings as part of the training.
Is TMIT accredited?
TMIT operates in line with National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and JAMB regulations for its ND and HND programmes. Applicants should confirm the current accreditation status of their specific department directly with the institute before applying.