PH premier business school partners EduPro to launch Niger Delta pathway to UK degrees

A pathway has been created to pave an easier route to UK degrees by scholars and parents in the oil region keen on foreign certificates and more reliable standards of study.

Now, students in the Niger Delta can earn a UK bachelor’s degree at significantly lower cost through a new international education pathway unveiled at the GCPBS–EduPro UK Undergraduate Admission Fair and Pathway Clinic in Port Harcourt.

The programme, themed; ‘Start Local, Progress International,’ was organised by Garden City Premier Business School (GCPBS) in partnership with EduPro UK, an international education provider based in Nottingham, United Kingdom.

Speaking at the event, Silva Opuala-Charles, a professor of economics and Founder/President of GCPBS, said the initiative enables Nigerian students to complete two years of study in Port Harcourt and their final year in the UK, dramatically reducing the cost of international education.

“The programme reduces the cost of obtaining a UK degree from about £60,000 to roughly £18,000, allowing parents to save about £42,000,” he said.

According to him, the programme operates through partnerships with leading British institutions including University of Huddersfield, University of Southampton, and University of West London.

“These universities are working with EduPro UK, which already has a signed agreement with GCPBS covering nine states in the Niger Delta.”

He added that the degrees awarded under the programme are internationally recognised.

Adegbenga Adebayo Famuboni, representing EduPro UK, explained that the partnership allows Nigerian students to access internationally recognised diplomas and degrees at reduced cost.

Famuboni noted that GCPBS serves as the approved learning and examination centre for EduPro UK in the Niger Delta, describing the institution as well-equipped to deliver international-standard training.

Also speaking, Nsikan John, Adjunct Dean of Undergraduate Studies at GCPBS, described the initiative as a progressive pathway that simplifies access to foreign education.

“It’s time to make that decision. If your child studies two years at GCPBS in Port Harcourt, it is far less expensive than studying entirely in the UK,” he said.

John explained that admission into the programme does not require Nigeria’s UTME examination, although applicants must pass a selection test before enrolling.

Bredino Sampson, principal manager of Undergraduate Studies, said the model significantly reduces tuition and living costs.

“You just have three years to obtain your BSc degree. Two years in Nigeria and one year in the UK. It reduces tuition and living expenses, while UK degrees remain highly recognised globally,” he said.

He added that GCPBS has developed facilities and student support systems, including laboratories, accommodation, transportation, and medical services to support the programme.

Currently, the institution offers bachelor’s degrees in Computing and Digital Technology, Business Management, Accounting and Information Management, and Management Information Systems, with plans to expand to additional disciplines.

The initiative also received support from education stakeholders. The Principal of Brainfield Schools in Port Harcourt, Boikyaa Micheal, described the programme as a valuable opportunity for Nigerian students.

“Programs like these are wonderful because they show our children the right pathway for studying abroad. I will share this opportunity with our students and parents,” he said.

Organisers said the programme aims to bridge the gap between Nigerian and international education systems, while providing families with an affordable route to globally recognised degrees.