Department of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicine
The Department of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicine welcomes students into an academic environment dedicated to the scientific study of medicinal plants and natural products. The department promotes excellence in research and evidence-based validation of herbal medicines to support safe and effective healthcare practices.
Message from HOD
Miss. Adepero Olubukola AWOLESI
HOD, Department of Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicine
About the Programme
The programme covers medicinal plant identification, phytochemistry, natural product chemistry, herbal drug standardisation, and traditional medicine research. Teaching integrates lectures, laboratory extraction techniques, and field studies aligned with regulatory standards.
Programme Philosophy
The programme values scientific validation, sustainability, and ethical use of natural resources. Learning is research-driven and student-centred.
Mission of the Department
To provide quality education and research in pharmacognosy and herbal medicine supporting safe natural product development and healthcare innovation.
Vision of the Department
To be a recognised department in pharmacognosy contributing to natural medicine research and pharmaceutical advancement.
Admission Requirements and Programme Courses
Admission into this programme and the structure of its courses are governed by approved academic standards and institutional accreditation requirements. Comprehensive details on admission procedures and requirements, course registration, course titles, course descriptions, credit units, prerequisites, and progression criteria are clearly outlined in the Faculty Handbook/Prospectus. Prospective and enrolled students are strongly advised to consult the Faculty Handbook for authoritative information on:
✔Comprehensive course listings
✔Programme structure and duration
✔Graduation and progression requirements
✔Academic regulations and policies
The Faculty Handbook serves as the official and definitive reference for all programme-related academic information and is periodically reviewed to ensure alignment with University regulations and relevant accrediting bodies.
Career Opportunities
✔ Pharmacognosist
✔ Herbal Medicine Research Officer
✔ Natural Products Analyst
✔ Phytochemistry Laboratory Officer
✔ Herbal Drug Regulatory Officer
✔ Botanical Quality Assurance Specialist
✔ Research and Development Assistant
✔ Traditional Medicine Policy Analyst
✔ Agricultural and Medicinal Plant Consultant
✔ Natural Products Development Officer
✔ Entrepreneur in Herbal Medicine Production and Phytochemical Consultancy
Program Courses:
Core Required Courses for all majors:
Year One : 100 Level
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Year Two : 200 Level
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Year Three : 300 Level
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Year Four : 400 Level
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Year Five : 500 Level
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Dept. Contact Info.
Location and Business Hours
Fed. Univ. Oye Campus
- 8:00 am -5:00 pm
- Federal University Oye Ekiti Main Campus
Department Staff Members
Dr. Olufemi Olaitan
Assistant Professor
