The Digest:
A recent directive on concessional passes, rooted in the storm of academic standards, has sparked online debate. The Federal University Dutse (FUD) has moved to clarify its position after a circular set a minimum of 25 marks for such passes, leading to public concern over eroding educational quality.
Key Points:
- The university states that the policy applies only to final-year students who fail a single course.
- Spokesperson Abdullahi Anaka clarified that it is not the general pass mark for all students.
- The guideline aims to curb students who skip lectures and assessments, expecting automatic passes.
- The circular noted that such behaviour contravenes Senate guidelines and undermines standards.
- The decision was taken at the university’s 73rd extraordinary senate meeting.
- FUD emphasises it operates under the National Universities Commission (NUC) regulations.
- Social media reactions criticised the move as lowering academic integrity
Sources: Premium Times
