University · Kano, Kano
Bayero University Kano (BUK)
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About BUK on CampusTutor
Bayero University, Kano (BUK) is a major federal university in northern Nigeria operating a 5.0 CGPA scale. BUK's programmes in Islamic Studies, Law, Medicine and Engineering are well established and senate-approved grading is uniform across campuses.
BUK Grading System
BUK grade conversion: A (70+) = 5, B (60–69) = 4, C (50–59) = 3, D (45–49) = 2, E (40–44) = 1, F (below 40) = 0. Continuous assessment is 30 percent in most faculties; clinical and laboratory courses use 40 percent CA.
Carry-Over Rules
BUK requires students to repeat failed compulsory courses. The replacement grade is used for CGPA. Students must clear all carry-overs before final-year project supervision is approved.
Common BUK Course Codes
BUK courses commonly use these code prefixes:
- GSP
- MAT
- PHY
- CHM
- BIO
- ECO
- POL
- ACC
- CSC
- CHE
Top Departments at BUK
- Medicine
- Law
- Islamic Studies
- Computer Science
- Engineering
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