RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY (RSU): 2026/2027 POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION ANNOUNCEMENT
The Management of *Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt*, officially invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its diverse range of Postgraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.
Admissions are available across multiple Faculties, Institutes, and specialized Centres, offering a pathway for advanced academic research and professional specialization.
I. POSTGRADUATE QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED
The university provides the following levels of advanced study:
- *Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)*
- Master’s Degrees: MSc, MEd, MA, MTech, and LLM.
- *Master of Philosophy (MPhil)*
- *Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)*
- Professional Qualifications: Specialized Professional Master’s and Doctorate degrees.
II. FACULTIES & INSTITUTES
Programmes are available across the following academic disciplines:
Academic Faculties
- Administration and Management
- Agriculture
- Basic Medical & Clinical Sciences
- Communication and Media Studies
- Education & Humanities
- Engineering & Environmental Sciences
- Law & Social Sciences
- Medical Laboratory Science & Pure Sciences
Specialized Institutes & Centres
- Marine and Offshore Engineering
- Water and Sanitation Studies
- Advanced Law Research
- Climate Change and Sustainable Development Studies
- Geosciences and Environmental Management
III. METHOD OF APPLICATION
Prospective candidates are required to complete the registration process through the official university portal:
- Digital Portal: https://ecampus.rsu.edu.ng/ecampus/applications/index.html
- Payment: Use an Interswitch Verve-enabled card to pay the application fee.
* Standard Postgraduate Programmes: ₦60,000
* Sandwich Programmes: ₦50,000
IV. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS & DOCUMENTATION
Following the online registration, applicants must adhere to the following submission guidelines:
- Hard Copy Submission: Completed online forms must be printed and submitted alongside photocopies of relevant academic certificates.
- Transcripts: Applicants must ensure their previous institutions send official academic transcripts directly to the Secretary, Postgraduate School, RSU.
- References: Three (3) referee reports are mandatory.
- Research Proposal: Candidates applying for PhD programmes must include a comprehensive research proposal with their application.
V. IMPORTANT DEADLINE
The portal for all postgraduate applications will close on Monday, 31st August, 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to complete their applications and transcript requests well in advance to avoid last-minute complications.
CONCLUSION: ADVANCE YOUR CAREER AT RSU
Rivers State University remains a premier choice for postgraduate education, offering the resources and expert faculty needed to excel in research and industry. Secure your future by joining one of Nigeria's leading technological universities.
Please be guided accordingly.
Signed:
Management
Rivers State University, Port Harcourt