The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) is inviting applications from qualified candidates for admission into its Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master's, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. The application portal is open until Wednesday, 30th September, 2026.
General Admission Requirements
- O'Level Credits: All applicants must have at least five (5) O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings in WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB.
- NYSC Certificate: Every applicant must present evidence of completion of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or an official Exemption/Exclusion Certificate.
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD): A university degree with at least a Third Class, or a Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Lower Credit.
- Master's Degree (MSc, MA, MEd, etc.): A relevant Bachelor's degree with a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division). Specialized courses such as Financial Economics require a minimum CGPA of 3.00.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): A relevant Master's degree with a minimum weighted average score of 60% (Grade B) or a 3.50 CGPA, alongside a research proposal of not less than 500 words.
- Specialised & Nursing Programmes: Professional and health-related programmes (such as MPH) require specific professional degrees (like MBBS or BDS) or clinical work experience. All Nursing programmes require a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN), though candidates with an Upper Credit pass in a relevant PGD may also be considered.
Specific Requirements & Duration for Animal Science
Candidates applying to the Department of Animal Science must have five (5) O'Level credits in Mathematics, English Language, Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry, and Geography or Economics, plus at least a pass in Physics, alongside the following specific criteria:
- PhD in Animal Science (3 to 5 Sessions Full-Time): Requires a 60% weighted average or 3.50 CGPA in an MSc Animal Science programme from UNIABUJA or another recognized institution, with strong research potential.
- MSc in Animal Science (2 to 3 Sessions Full-Time, Coursework & Research): Open only to holders of BTech Animal Science/Production or BAgric (Animal Production/Animal Science/Animal Production and Health) approved by the Nigerian Institute of Animal Science. Applicants need a Second Class Lower degree, OR a Third Class degree in Animal Science with at least five (5) years cognate post-qualification experience, OR a Third Class degree plus a PGD in Animal Science/Production and Health.
- PGD in Animal Science (1 to 2 Sessions Full-Time): Requires an HND in Animal Science with at least Upper Credit, or a minimum of a Third Class Bachelor's degree in Animal Science.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the University of Abuja Postgraduate Portal at portal.uniabuja.edu.ng/apply_now.php to start your application.
- Generate a Remita invoice on the portal and pay the non-refundable application fee of ₦20,500.
- Complete the online form and upload all required documents (including a 500-word minimum research proposal for PhD applicants).
- Process the Transcript Request Form (Form A2) via the portal and arrange for your official academic transcripts to be mailed to the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies, University of Abuja, or emailed directly to SPGS@uniabuja.edu.ng.
Application Deadline
All online applications close on Wednesday, 30th September, 2026.
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