Benefits of Polytechnic and Monotechnic

So, everyone must be familiar with the word polytechnic and monotechnic, but in an actual sense, only a few know the meaning of Polytechnic and Monotechnic. Let alone, differentiate these two.

In this article, we shall be reorienting you on the true definition of these two concepts as well as make you aware of the differences.

What is Polytechnic?

Polytechnic can be split into two words namely “POLY” and “TECHNIC”.

POLY is an English word that means many or more than one.

TECHNIC, on the other hand, is synonymous with technique which refers to the skillful or efficient way of achieving something.

Thus, a Polytechnic is seen as a tertiary institution of learning found to train students mainly in the area of engineering and technology.

Before you proceed, see the List of Polytechnics in Nigeria

What is Monotechnic?

Similarly, Monotechnic is derived from two words which are ‘MONO’ and ‘TECHNIC’.

While Mono means one, Technic refers to the skillful way of achieving something.

Monotechnic is established to give attention, in training, to a certain area of specialization e.g health, art, culture, etc.

Before you proceed, see the List of Monotechnics in Nigeria

Difference between Polytechnic and Monotechnic

The gap between Polytechnic and monotechnic is so close in this part of the world that it is difficult to say that some schools are monos rather than polys.

The difference is that Monotechnic is a higher education technical college, while a polytechnic is a multiple discipline technical college that provides higher technical education and training.

More confusion is created because those monotechnics are now going for more courses more than they were created for.

Polytechnics are equally suffering the same fate as more non-engineer are been added to their first list of programs e.g Mass communication, Banking, and finance, accounting, etc. are studied at polytechnic even though they are taken by universities.

Polytechnic can be pardoned for this because their name indicates many or more than one in the first place.

Having discussed the difference between polytechnics and monotechnics, let’s talk about the benefits of each of them.

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Benefits of a Polytechnic.

1. Easy transition to further studies: After completing your polytechnic course, you will be in a better position to understand and have practical exposure to subjects, compared to other students.
2. Lesser duration: A diploma certificate is obtainable between 2-3years.
   Hence, you may decide to work after your 2/3 year diploma course.
   Also, you may decide to enroll in a regular degree course, immediately after the completion of the diploma.
3. Change of stream: This is one of the best advantages in the case of a polytechnic. In case you decide to pursue a further degree later, you will have the option of switching fields.
4. Excellent practical exposure: As mentioned earlier, polytechnics follow a more practical approach. Polytechnics do more practical exposure than theoretical knowledge.
   This is why the technical knowledge of a polytechnic student may surpass that of a university graduate.

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Benefit of Monotechnic

A monotechnic by the statute of establishment is designed to give attention in training, to a certain area of specialization.

Remember how they say “Jack of all trades, master of none“? A monotechnic was established against this odd.

As we know Mono means one. Hence, a monotechnic specializes in one thing e.g culture, art, health e.t.c.

This is why monotechnic students often stand out when it comes to perfection in a particular skill set.

Therefore, if you are looking to get a particular skill set, Monotechnic is there to groom you accordingly.

However, if you would like to diversify your knowledge and skillset, then you may consider going to a polytechnic.

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