Edo State University Postgraduate Admission for 2024/2025 Session
The Management of the Edo State University (EDSU) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Postgraduate Programmes leading to the award of Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master Degree (M.Eng, M.Sc., MPA, M.A and MBA), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the various Faculties for the 2023/2024 academic session.
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The Management of the Edo State University (EDSU) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Postgraduate Programmes leading to the award of Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master Degree (M.Eng, M.Sc., MPA, M.A and MBA), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the various Faculties for the 2023/2024 academic session.
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METHOD OF APPLICATION
All applicants are to complete the online Postgraduate Application Form by visiting Edo State University Uzairue website: https://www.edouniversity.edu.ng/pgadmissions/postgraduate
All applications must be accompanied with application fee payment of Twenty-Five Thousand Naira (N25,000).
GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
A candidate applying for any Postgraduate programme must possess five (5) Credits at SSCE (WAEC/NECO/ GCE ‘O’ Level), NABTEB, and or their equivalents including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings. NYSC certificate or exemption letter is required for admission into all Postgraduate programmes.
Postgraduate Diploma programme (PGD)
- A First Degree not less than Third Class Honors in relevant fields may be considered.
- Candidates with HND in relevant field may be considered.
- Any relevant professional qualification.
Master Degree programme (M.Eng, M.Sc., MA, MPA, MBA)
- A Minimum of Second Class Honors (Lower Division) degree from a recognized University.
- Candidates with relevant Postgraduate Diploma at credit level.
- Any relevant professional qualification adjudged to be equivalent to the above.
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Master of Philosophy programme (M.Phil.)
- Candidate must have a Master Degree with a weighted average score of not less than 50% (CGPA of not less than 3.0 on a 5 point scale).
PhD programme
- Master’s degree with a weighted average score of 60% and above (CGPA of not less than 4.0 on a 5 point scale).
- Candidates who do not make up to 60% (≥ 55% or CGPA of not less than 3.5 on a 5 point scale) or deficient in some prerequisite courses especially from another institution may be required to register for the M.Phil/Ph.D. programme. The Department may prescribe appropriate courses for candidates whose academic record is considered deficient for the area of specialization.
- In addition, PhD applicants should submit a concept note/research proposal of not more than 450 words along with their application form.
PROGRAMMES
Faculty of Applied Health Sciences
Department of Medical Laboratory Science
- PGD, MSc, MPhil, and PhD in Medical Laboratory Science
- Options: Chemical Pathology, Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science, Histopathology, Medical Microbiology, Immunology and Immunochemistry
Department of Nursing Science
- PGD, MSc, MPhil, and PhD in Nursing Science
- Options: Maternal and Child Health Nursing (MCHN) specialty, Medical and Surgical Nursing (MSN) specialty, Public Health Nursing (PHN) specialty, Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing (MH&PN) specialty
Faculty of Arts, Management and Social Sciences
Department of Accounting
- PGD, MSc, PhD in Accounting
Department of Business Administration
- PGD, MSc, MBA, MPhil, and PhD in Business Administration
Department of Economics
- PGD, MSc, and PhD in Economics
Department of History and International Studies
- PGD, MA, and PhD in History and International Studies
Department of Mass Communication
- PGD, MSc, MPhil, and PhD in Mass Communication
Department of Political Science
- MSc, PhD in Political Science
- PGD, MPA, and PhD in Public Administration
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Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
Department of Biochemistry
- MSc and PhD in Biochemistry
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
- PGD, M.Eng., M.Phil., and PhD in Civil Engineering
Department of Chemical Engineering
- PGD, M.Eng., M.Phil., and PhD in Chemical Engineering
Department of Computer Engineering
- PGD, M.Eng., M.Phil., and PhD in Computer Engineering
Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- PGD, M.Eng., M.Phil., and PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
- PGD, M.Eng., M.Phil., and PhD in Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Science
Department of Computer Science
- PGD, MSc, MPhil, and PhD in Computer Science
Department of Microbiology
- PGD, MSc, PhD in Microbiology
Faculty of Law
Department of Law
- PGD, LLM, MPhil, MPhil/PhD, and PhD in Law
PROGRAMME DURATION
Postgraduate Diploma programme
A minimum of two (2) semesters and a maximum of four (4) semesters.
Master degree programme
The duration varies with programme and as approved by the Senate of the University. Minimum of four (4) semesters or three (3) semesters and a maximum of six (6) semesters.
Master of Philosophy
A minimum of two (2) semesters and a maximum of four (4) semesters.
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
A minimum of six (6) semesters and a maximum of ten (10) semesters.
For further enquiries, please visit our website: www.edouniversity.edu.ng or contact:
The Postgraduate School, Edo State University, Uzairue, Edo State, Nigeria
Email: pgadmissions@edouniversity.edu.ng
Phone No: 09025412171, 08064888518, and 07033670802
Prof Kevin Otoikhan
Provost, School of Post Graduate Studies
