About the Department

The Department of Meteorology and Climate Science at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), within the School of Earth and Mineral Sciences, is dedicated to advancing understanding of atmospheric processes, weather systems, and climate dynamics. Our department trains highly skilled meteorologists and climate scientists capable of predicting weather patterns, analyzing climate trends, and addressing critical environmental challenges through rigorous scientific research and practical applications.

Meteorology and Climate Science is the comprehensive study of the atmosphere, weather phenomena, and long-term climate patterns affecting our planet. Our curriculum integrates atmospheric physics, thermodynamics, synoptic meteorology, numerical weather prediction, climatology, and environmental monitoring. Students develop expertise in weather forecasting, climate modeling, satellite data analysis, atmospheric instrumentation, tropical weather systems, and climate change research using state-of-the-art computational tools and observational techniques.

The department features advanced meteorological facilities including weather stations, atmospheric monitoring equipment, satellite data receiving systems, climate modeling workstations, and remote sensing laboratories. We maintain strong partnerships with the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), international weather services, environmental agencies, and research institutions, providing students with internship opportunities, field experience, and exposure to operational meteorology.

Graduates of Meteorology and Climate Science are highly sought professionals in weather services, aviation meteorology, agricultural weather consulting, environmental monitoring agencies, climate research institutions, and broadcast media. They excel as weather forecasters, climate analysts, atmospheric researchers, environmental consultants, and policy advisors. Our alumni contribute significantly to weather prediction, disaster risk management, climate adaptation strategies, renewable energy siting, and environmental protection efforts.

What We Offer

Research Focus Areas

Our department conducts critical research in atmospheric and climate science disciplines:

Career Opportunities

Meteorology and Climate Science graduates pursue diverse careers in weather services, environmental agencies, and research institutions:

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Course Materials & Resources

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Admission Requirements