A new generation of Nigerian engineers.
DICON Institute of Technology trains the technicians and engineers who will build the next decade of Nigerian self-reliance.
curriculum
Where rigour meets industry. Four schools, one mission.
School of Engineering Technology
- Computer Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Welding & Fabrication Technology
- Foundry Technology
School of Science Technology
- Science & Laboratory Technology
- Computer Science
School of General & Preliminary Studies
- General Studies
School of Administrative & Business Studies
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
A national institution, purpose-built for the defence industry.
DICON Institute of Technology was established to address Nigeria's growing demand for skilled technical manpower in defence manufacturing, industrial production and advanced engineering. It is affiliated with the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria and rooted in the historic industrial corridor of Kaduna South.
To be a premier institution of excellence for driving capabilities in defence technology through innovative and sustainable strategies.
To deliver high-quality technical and industry-relevant education leveraging modern technology and collaborative research.
From the campus and the workshop floor.
Foundation stone laid for the Mechatronics Engineering laboratory complex
The 2,400 m² facility will host robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics and control-systems teaching labs serving over 240 students at full capacity.
Memorandum signed with Nigerian Foundries Limited for technician exchange programme
Foundry Technology students will rotate through Lagos production lines beginning January 2027.
Inaugural lecture series: "Local capacity for defence manufacturing" announced
Six lectures over the 2026 session, featuring industry leaders from DICON and beyond.
Applications open 15 June 2026.
National Diploma and Higher National Diploma intakes across all four schools. JAMB, O-Level credit and direct-entry pathways available.