SOKOTO STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENDS SALES OF APPLICATION FORMS FOR 2026/2027 CERTIFICATE, DIPLOMA AND PART-TIME DEGREE PROGRAMMES

The SOKOTO STATE UNIVERSITY (SSU), through its Consultancy Services Unit (SOSUCONS), has announced the extension of the online sales of application forms for admission into various Certificate, Diploma and Part-Time Undergraduate Degree Programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.

According to the University, the sales of application forms have been extended till Saturday, January 2, 2027.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMMES

Certificate and Diploma Programmes

The available Certificate and Diploma programmes are as follows:

• Certificate in Arabic
• Diploma in Accounting
• Diploma in Arabic
• Diploma in Computer Sciences
• Diploma in Criminology and Security Studies
• Diploma in Data Science
• Diploma in Educational Management
• Diploma in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
• Diploma in Estate Management and Evaluation
• Diploma in Ethnobotany
• Diploma in Guidance and Counselling
• Diploma in Hydrology and Water Resources Management
• Diploma in Legislative Studies
• Diploma in Mass Communication
• Diploma in Plants Science and Biotechnology
• Diploma in Public Policy and Administration (DPPA)

Part-Time Undergraduate Degree Programmes

The University is also offering the following Part-Time Undergraduate Degree programmes:

• Part-Time B.Ed Educational Management
• Part-Time B.Ed Guidance and Counselling
• Part-Time B.A English Language
• Part-Time B.A History and International Studies

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Certificate and Diploma Programmes

The University stated that candidates seeking admission into the Diploma programmes must possess at least four (4) O'Level credits in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.

For the Certificate in Arabic programme, applicants must possess any of the following:

• Senior Arabic and Islamic School Certificate Examination.
• Islamiyya School Certificate.
• Ability to read and write Arabic with an appreciable level of understanding acceptable to the interview panel set up by the department.

Part-Time Degree Programmes

Candidates seeking admission into the Part-Time Degree programmes must possess five (5) O'Level credits in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.

Direct Entry candidates must possess an NCE or Diploma in a relevant course from a recognised institution with at least a Merit Grade. Candidates must also have an acceptable score in the UTME examination.

MODE OF STUDY

All the programmes will be operated on a part-time basis, with lectures scheduled from Friday to Sunday every week.

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Interested applicants are advised to follow the procedures outlined below:

1. Visit the Application Portal:
   http://applicant.ssu.edu.ng/apply/sosu_consult
2. View Course Information:
   Click on More Information beside your preferred course to view the admission requirements.
3. Start Application:
   Click on Apply Now.
4. Create or Access Account:
   • Existing users should click Login with Google or log in manually.
   • New users should click Sign Up with Google or register manually.
   • A valid email address and phone number are required. A verification code will be sent to your email address.
5. Complete Payment:
   After logging in, click Make Payment and then Proceed to Payment.

Applicants are required to pay an application fee of ₦6,000.00 only, excluding transaction charges. Follow the payment instructions provided on the payment page.

Upon successful payment, applicants will be able to access the application form.

To check the status of payment, visit the Transaction History tab on the application portal.

1. Fill Application Form:
   • Make Corrections: Click Update Form to edit your application before submission.
   • Final Submission: Click Submit Form to complete your application.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Applicants are advised to adhere strictly to all instructions provided on the University website while completing the online application form to avoid errors during the application process.

FOR FURTHER INQUIRIES

Interested applicants can contact the University through the following channels:

• Phone: 08069501786
• Email: sosucons@ssu.edu.ng

Application Portal: http://applicant.ssu.edu.ng/apply/sosu_consult

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