PRINCE ABUBAKAR AUDU UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION INTO INSTITUTE OF ETHICS AND HUMANITARIAN STUDIES

The Institute of Ethics and Humanitarian Studies (IEHS), Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, Kogi State, has announced admission into its postgraduate programmes for suitably qualified candidates.

The institute offers postgraduate programmes in Humanitarian Ethics and Culture and Societal Ethics at the Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (M.Sc.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) levels.

The programmes are designed to provide academic training and research opportunities in ethics, humanitarian studies, cultural values and sustainable societal development.

According to the admission announcement, sales of application forms will commence on November 1, 2026.

AVAILABLE POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

The Institute of Ethics and Humanitarian Studies offers the following postgraduate qualification levels:

• Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
• Master of Science (M.Sc.)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

The programmes cover two major areas:

1. Humanitarian Ethics and Culture.
2. Societal Ethics.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Interested applicants are expected to satisfy the following academic requirements for their preferred programmes.

1. Ph.D. Programmes

Applicants seeking admission into the Ph.D. programmes must possess a relevant M.A., M.Sc. or equivalent qualification from a recognised university.

Candidates are required to have a minimum CGPA of 2.88 of 3.5 or an average grade of 'B'.

2. M.Sc. Programmes

Applicants must possess a relevant Bachelor's degree with at least a Second Class Lower Division from a recognised university.

However, candidates with a Third Class degree or equivalent qualification may be considered if they possess a relevant Postgraduate Diploma and meet the University's approved admission requirements.

3. Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

Candidates seeking admission into the Postgraduate Diploma programmes must possess any of the following:

• A good relevant Bachelor's degree with a minimum of Third Class from a recognised university.
• A Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Lower Credit from a recognised institution.

SPECIALISATION AREAS OF THE INSTITUTE

The Institute of Ethics and Humanitarian Studies provides training and academic exposure across several areas relevant to humanitarian work, ethical leadership and societal development.

The areas of specialisation include:

1. International Collaboration and Cooperation Strategies.
2. NGO and Faith-Based Organisation (FBO) Establishment and Management Strategies.
3. Human Resource Coordination and Management.
4. Emergency and Disaster Response and Management.
5. Environmental Protection and Intervention Strategies.
6. Gender and Empowerment Programmes Management.
7. Social Concerns, Issues and Conflict Mitigation Management.
8. Public Health Awareness and Management.
9. African Cultural, Ethical and Value Systems Appraisal.

HOW TO APPLY FOR IEHS POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION

Interested and qualified candidates are required to complete the application process through the university's official institute portal.

The application procedure is as follows:

1. Visit the official Institute of Ethics and Humanitarian Studies portal: https://institute.paau.edu.ng/Institute/Detail?code=IEHS.
2. Pay the non-refundable application fee through the available payment channels on the portal.
3. Upload the required academic credentials and other supporting documents.
4. Complete and submit the online application form.
5. Print a copy of the completed application form for personal records.
6. Print hard copies of all application documents submitted online.

Applicants may also visit the office of the Institute of Ethics and Humanitarian Studies for further details about the application process.

APPLICATION FEE

The application fees announced by the institute are as follows:

The application fee is non-refundable and should be paid through the available payment channels on the official portal.

APPLICATION OPENING DATE

The institute has announced the following commencement date:

The admission announcement does not specify an application closing date. Interested candidates should visit the official portal or contact the institute for information about the application deadline.

WHY CHOOSE THE INSTITUTE OF ETHICS AND HUMANITARIAN STUDIES?

The institute highlights several benefits of its postgraduate programmes, including:

• Quality Academic Training.
• Experienced Faculty.
• Research Opportunities.
• Global Perspectives and Networking.
• Ethics for a Better Society.

The programmes are intended for individuals interested in developing their knowledge and professional capacity in humanitarian studies, ethical practices and sustainable societal development.

CONTACT DETAILS FOR ENQUIRIES

For further information and assistance regarding the admission exercise, interested applicants can contact the institute through the following channels:

Phone Numbers:

• 08034152663
• 08054971663

Email: instituteofethics@ksu.edu.ng

Institution: Institute of Ethics and Humanitarian Studies (IEHS), Prince Abubakar Audu University, P.M.B. 1008, Anyigba, Kogi State, Nigeria.

Application Portal: https://institute.paau.edu.ng/Institute/Detail?code=IEHS

FINAL NOTE

Interested candidates seeking postgraduate qualifications in Humanitarian Ethics and Culture or Societal Ethics at Prince Abubakar Audu University are encouraged to review the admission requirements and prepare their relevant credentials ahead of t