The School of Postgraduate Studies at PAMO University of Medical Sciences (PUMS), Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has opened applications for its Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (M.Sc.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Available Programmes & Specializations
1. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Biochemistry (M.Sc. & Ph.D.): Clinical, Toxicological, and Nutritional Biochemistry
- Physiology (M.Sc. & Ph.D.): Cardiopulmonary, Environmental, Reproductive Endocrinology, Neurophysiology, Exercise, Sleep, and Blood Physiology
- Anatomy (M.Sc.): Anthropometric and Forensic, Microscopic, Developmental Anatomy, and Neuroanatomy/Neurosciences
2. Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
- Medical Laboratory Science (PGD, M.Sc. & Ph.D.): Haematology & Blood Transfusion, Histopathology & Cytology, Medical Microbiology & Parasitology, and Immunology
Admission Requirements & Programme Durations
- PGD (2 to 3 Semesters): Open to BMLS graduates with a Third-Class degree from approved universities who are registered with the MLSCN.
- M.Sc. (3 to 5 Semesters): Relevant Bachelor's degree with at least a Second-Class Lower Division, or a PGD with a minimum CGPA of 3.00/5.00 (FMLSCN holders may also apply for MLS programmes). Must upload a 1-page Synopsis of previous degree research.
- Ph.D. (6 to 9 Semesters): Master's degree in the proposed field with a minimum CGPA of 3.50/5.00. Must upload a Thesis Proposal (maximum 5 pages) for defense.
Key Dates & How to Apply
- Form Sales Open: 24th November 2025
- Online Application Deadline: 7th January 2026
- Final Submission & Transcript Deadline: 11th January 2026 (electronic transcripts must be sent from official institutional emails to spgs@pums.edu.ng).
- Application Portal: Visit new.pums.edu.ng/postgraduate-application/ to complete your registration.
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