The School of Postgraduate Studies, Edo State University, Uzairue, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master's (M.Eng, M.Sc, MPA, M.A, LLM, MBA), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
General and Programme-Specific Requirements
All applicants must possess five (5) O'Level credit passes (including English Language and Mathematics) at not more than two sittings in WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB, plus an NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
- PGD (2 to 4 Semesters): First degree (minimum Third Class) or HND in a relevant field, or a recognized professional qualification.
- Master's Degree (3/4 to 6 Semesters): Bachelor's degree with at least a Second Class Lower Division, OR a relevant PGD at credit level.
- M.Phil. (2 to 4 Semesters): Master's degree with a weighted average score of at least 50% (CGPA of 3.0 on a 5-point scale).
- Ph.D. (6 to 10 Semesters): Master's degree with a weighted average score of 60% and above (CGPA of 4.0 on a 5-point scale). Candidates with 55% to 59.9% (CGPA 3.5) may register for the M.Phil/Ph.D. programme. All Ph.D. applicants must submit a concept note/research proposal of not more than 450 words with their form.
Available Postgraduate Programmes
- Faculty of Applied Health Sciences: PGD, M.Sc, M.Phil, Ph.D in Medical Laboratory Science and Nursing Science.
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences: M.Sc and Ph.D in Biochemistry.
- Faculty of Engineering: PGD, M.Eng, M.Phil, Ph.D in Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical/Electronic, and Mechanical Engineering.
- Faculty of Science: PGD, M.Sc, M.Phil, Ph.D in Computer Science and Microbiology.
- Faculty of Law: PGD, LLM, M.Phil, M.Phil/Ph.D, and Ph.D in Law.
- Faculty of Arts, Management & Social Sciences: PGD, M.Sc/M.A/MPA/MBA, M.Phil, Ph.D in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, History and International Studies, Mass Communication, Political Science, and Public Administration.
How to Apply (₦25,000 Fee)
Visit the Edo State University Postgraduate portal at www.edouniversity.edu.ng/pgadmissions/postgraduate and pay the application fee of ₦25,000 to complete the online form.
For enquiries, email pgadmissions@edouniversity.edu.ng or call 09025412171, 08064888518, 07033670802.
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