UNIVERSITY OF ABUJA RELEASES POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION FORM FOR 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The management of the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) has officially commenced the sale of application forms for admission into its Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master's, and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates seeking admission into the University's various postgraduate programmes across different faculties and departments.

Prospective applicants are advised to carefully read the admission requirements and complete their applications before the stipulated deadline.

General Admission Requirements

All applicants must possess:

• A minimum of five (5) O'Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings in WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB.
• Evidence of completion of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or a valid Certificate of Exemption or Exclusion.

Programme-Specific Requirements

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

Applicants must possess:

• A Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of Third Class Honours, or
• A Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least Lower Credit from a recognized institution.

Master's Degree (M.Sc., M.A., M.Ed., etc.)

Candidates must possess:

• A relevant Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division).
• Applicants for specialised programmes such as Financial Economics must possess a minimum CGPA of 3.00.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Applicants must possess:

• A relevant Master's Degree with a minimum weighted average of 60% (Grade B) or a CGPA of 3.50.
• Candidates are also required to submit a research proposal of not less than 500 words.

Specialised Professional Programmes

Applicants seeking admission into professional and health-related programmes such as the Master of Public Health (MPH) must possess relevant professional qualifications such as MBBS, BDS, or other approved professional degrees, including the required clinical experience where applicable.

Special Admission Requirements

Ph.D. in Animal Science

Candidates must possess:

• Five O'Level credit passes including Mathematics, English Language, Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Geography/Economics, and at least a pass in Physics.
• A minimum weighted average of 60% or CGPA of 3.50 in a Master's Degree in Animal Science from the University of Abuja or any recognized institution.

The programme runs on a full-time basis for:

• Minimum: Three Academic Sessions (Six Semesters)
• Maximum: Five Academic Sessions (Ten Semesters)

M.Sc. Animal Science

Applicants must possess:

• A minimum of Second Class Honours in Animal Science or related disciplines.

Candidates with a Third Class Degree may also be considered if they possess:

• At least five years of relevant post-qualification experience, or
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Animal Science from a recognized institution.

Programme Duration:

• Minimum: Two Academic Sessions (Four Semesters)
• Maximum: Three Academic Sessions (Six Semesters)

Postgraduate Diploma in Animal Science

Applicants must possess either:

• An HND in Animal Science with a minimum of Upper Credit, or
• A Third Class Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science.

Programme Duration:

• Minimum: One Academic Session (Two Semesters)
• Maximum: Two Academic Sessions (Four Semesters)

Nursing Programmes

Applicants seeking admission into Nursing postgraduate programmes must:

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Be duly registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
• Candidates with an Upper Credit in a relevant Postgraduate Diploma may also be considered for admission.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should complete their applications by following the steps below:

1. Visit the University of Abuja Postgraduate Portal to begin the application process.
   1. Generate and pay the non-refundable application fee of ₦20,500 through the Remita platform.
   2. Complete the online application form with accurate information.
   3. Process the Transcript Request Form (Form A2) through the portal.
   4. Ensure official academic transcripts are sent directly to:

The Secretary
School of Postgraduate Studies
University of Abuja

or via email to:

SPGS@uniabuja.edu.ng

Important Information

• Applicants must ensure that all information provided during registration is accurate.
• Official academic transcripts must reach the School of Postgraduate Studies before applications can be fully processed.
• Ph.D. applicants must upload their research proposals during the application process.
• The complete list of available postgraduate programmes is contained in the University's official postgraduate admission brochure.

Application Deadline

The deadline for submission of applications is:

Wednesday, 30th September, 2026.

Prospective candidates are advised to complete their applications early and ensure that all required documents are submitted before the closing date.

Signed

Mallam Alkasim Musa Umar
Registrar
University of Abuja (UNIABUJA)