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Sule Lamido University (SLUK) Postgraduate Form 2026/2027

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Anthony Awa

Institutional Policy Specialist

May 8, 2026

The School of Postgraduate Studies at Sule Lamido University (SLU), Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State, is inviting applications from qualified candidates for admission into its Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master's, and Ph.D. programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Sule Lamido University Postgraduate Application form, 2026/2027 session

Online applications run from Monday, 11th May 2026 to Sunday, 19th July 2026.

Available Postgraduate Programmes

  • Faculty of Computing and Information Technology: PGD, M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Computer Science
  • Faculty of Education: Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), M.Ed., and Ph.D. in Education
  • Faculty of Humanities: PGD, M.A., and Ph.D. in Islamic Studies, Arabic, and English
  • Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences: PGD, M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics

Admission Requirements by Level

All applicants must possess five (5) O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.

  • Postgraduate Diploma (PGD): A First Degree (at least Third-Class) or an HND with at least Lower Credit in a relevant field. (Note: OND plus a professional qualification or HD are not equivalent to HND).
  • Master's Degree (M.Sc. / M.A. / M.Ed.):
    • A Second-Class Lower Degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 on a 5.00 scale in a relevant area; OR
    • A Second-Class Lower Degree with a CGPA of 2.40 to 2.74 plus a relevant PGD with at least a 3.00 CGPA (Merit); OR
    • An HND with Upper Credit plus a relevant PGD with at least a 3.50 CGPA.
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.): An academic Master's degree from a recognized university with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5.00 scale.

How to Apply (Closes July 19, 2026)

Log in to the official SLUK Postgraduate Portal at admissions.slu.edu.ng/pg between Monday, 11th May and Sunday, 19th July 2026 to complete your application. For enquiries, email admissions.spgs@slu.edu.ng.

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Community Discussion

Candidate Comments & Inquiries (4)

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Zynar Sani

May 8, 2026

Can an HND Upper Credit holder apply for M.Sc. Computer Science at SLUK if they already have a PGD?

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Mentra Admissions Team

May 8, 2026

Yes Zynar! SLUK accepts an HND with Upper Credit alongside a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5.00 scale for Master's degree admission.

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Richard Danjuma

May 9, 2026

My B.Sc. CGPA is 2.65 (2:2). Can I apply directly for M.Sc. Biology?

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Mentra Admissions Team

May 9, 2026

Hi Richard, SLUK requires a minimum CGPA of 2.75 for direct Master's entry. Since your CGPA is between 2.40 and 2.74, you will need a PGD with at least a 3.00 CGPA to qualify for the M.Sc. programme.

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