INTRODUCTION OF THE DEPARTMENT

General Studies Department at Dominion University coordinates studies that are essential for all students of the University. The department assigns, teaches and examines all students of the institution on relevant studies that will be needed alongside their chosen disciplines. A total of 24 units during the stay of the student is expected to be completed in the first two (2) academic sessions. General Studies’ courses are core/compulsory for all students. They are not electives neither are they optional. The courses enable students to acquire relevant knowledge outside their respective fields of specialization for successful living.

PHILOSOPHY OF THE DEPARTMENT

The philosophy of this department is to provide distinctive knowledge to students, to communicate and interact effectively, having basic knowledge on culture, science, logic and philosophy, human existence, peace and conflict resolution, sustainable development, leadership and entrepreneurship skills.

OBJECTIVES OF THE DEPARTMENT

The objectives of the General Studies Department consist of the following:

  1. a) To develop and inculcate proper value-orientation for the survival of the individual and society.
  2. b) To develop the intellectual capacities of students to understand, appreciate and promote peaceful co-existence.
  3. c) To produce students with a broad knowledge of the Nigerian Nation and people to inculcate in them mutual understanding and patriotism.
  4. d) To expose students to the rudiments of ICT for computer literacy and the ability to function optimally in this ICT age.
  5. e) To prepare students for a post-university life with opportunities for job creation and entrepreneurial skills.
  6. f) To produce graduates capable of communicating effectively (both oral and written).

COURSE STRUCTURE

100 Level Course Structure

FIRST SEMESTER
CODE COURSE TITLE UNIT STATUS LH
GST 101 Communication in English I 2 C 30
GST 107 Introduction to Entrepreneurship 2 C 30
GST 123 Logic, Philosophy and Human Existence 2 C 30
GST 105 History and Philosophy of Science 2 C 30
Sub Total 8    
SECOND SEMESTER
CODE COURSE TITLE UNIT STATUS LH
GST 122 Use of Library, Study Skills and ICT 2 C 30
GST 110 The Citizen and the State 2 C 30
GST 104 Nigerian People and Culture 2 C 30
GST 102 Communication in English II 2 C 30
Sub Total 8    
GRAND TOTAL 16    

 

200 Level Course Structure

 

CODE COURSE TITLE UNITS STATUS L.H.
FIRST SEMESTER
GST 211 Entrepreneurship 2 R 30
GST 221 Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution 2 R 30
Sub-Total 4  
SECOND SEMESTER
GST 210 Environment and Sustainable Development 2 R 30
GST 222 Leadership Skills 2 R 30
Sub-Total 4  
Total  Units 8