About the Department

The Department of Physiology at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), within the School of Basic Medical Sciences, is dedicated to advancing the study of human body systems and their functions in health and disease. Our department develops well-trained physiologists and biomedical scientists capable of conducting rigorous research, teaching, and applying physiological principles to healthcare and medical innovations.

Physiology is the science of how body systems work and maintain homeostasis. Our comprehensive curriculum integrates cellular physiology, organ system physiology, neurophysiology, endocrinology, cardiovascular physiology, respiratory physiology, renal physiology, exercise physiology, and pathophysiology. Students develop expertise in understanding physiological mechanisms, conducting laboratory experiments, interpreting physiological data, and relating physiological concepts to clinical applications and disease conditions.

The department features state-of-the-art physiology laboratories equipped with modern instrumentation for physiological measurements, electrophysiology, exercise testing, cardiovascular monitoring, respiratory assessment, and biological signal analysis. We maintain active collaborations with teaching hospitals, clinical facilities, and research institutions, providing students with opportunities to understand physiological principles in clinical contexts and contribute to advancing biomedical research.

Graduates of Physiology are highly sought-after professionals in academic institutions, research organizations, pharmaceutical industries, medical device companies, and clinical settings. They work as physiologists, biomedical scientists, researchers, educators, clinical specialists, and innovators. Our alumni advance human health through fundamental research, clinical investigations, medical education, and development of therapeutic approaches addressing physiological dysfunction and disease.

What We Offer

Research Focus Areas

Our department conducts cutting-edge research in physiological sciences:

Career Opportunities

Physiology graduates pursue diverse careers in research, academia, healthcare, and industry:

Course Materials & Resources

Access comprehensive physiology materials, laboratory manuals, research resources, and practical guides organized by academic level.

Admission Requirements