OAU Postgraduate Admission for Rain Semester of 2025/2026 Session
Applications are now open for Full-time and Part-time Postgraduate Programmes at OAU for the Rain Semester, 2025/2026 academic session.
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Applications are now open for Full-time and Part-time Postgraduate Programmes at OAU for the Rain Semester, 2025/2026 academic session.
Available Programmes
- Postgraduate Diplomas and Certificates
- Master’s Degrees
- Coursework & Long Essay/Reports – MSc, MA, LLM, MEd, MFA, including Professional Masters
- Coursework & Research Thesis – MSc, MA
- Master of Philosophy (MPhil) – Coursework & Research Thesis
- Doctorate (Ph.D.)
Programme Duration
| Programme | Full-Time | Part-Time |
|---|---|---|
| PG Diploma | 2 Semesters | N/A |
| Master’s (Coursework + Long Essay) | 3 Semesters | N/A |
| Master’s (Coursework + Thesis) | 4 Semesters | N/A |
| MPhil | Minimum 4 Semesters | N/A |
| Ph.D. | Minimum 6 Semesters | Minimum 8 Semesters (subject to approval) |
Admission Requirements
PG Diploma:
- OAU Graduate with at least 3rd Class
- Graduate of any approved university with minimum 2nd Class Lower
- Polytechnic HND holders with Lower Credit
Master’s Degree:
- Minimum 2nd Class Lower Honours Degree from OAU or approved university
- HND with Lower Credit + OAU PG Diploma
MPhil Degree:
- Minimum 2nd Class Lower + Master’s Degree with 50–59% (C)
Ph.D.:
- Master’s Degree with research thesis and coursework average ≥ 60% (B)
O’Level Requirement:
- Five credits including English & Mathematics (if required) in not more than two sittings
Additional:
- Screening exam mandatory for all applicants
Application Procedure
- Online Application Only: pgapply.oauife.edu.ng
- Steps:
- Create an account → system-generated password sent by email
- Log in → fill out application form
- Pay application processing fee via Remita
- Supporting Documents (Duplicates Required):
- University Degree Certificate
- NYSC Discharge Certificate
- O’Level Certificate (WAEC/NECO)
- Birth Certificate / Declaration of Age
- Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- Research Proposal:
- 3 pages for Master’s with thesis
- 5 pages for Ph.D.
Transcript Submission:
- Addressed to Admissions Officer, Postgraduate College, OAU, Ile-IfeApplication Fees
| Programme | Fee (₦) | Fee (US$) |
|---|---|---|
| Research & PG Diploma | 20,000 | – |
| Professional Programmes | 25,000 | – |
| Subsea Engineering | 30,000 | – |
| DBA & DPA Programmes | 50,000 | – |
| Geospatial/Land Admin | – | 100 |
| International Applicants | – | 100 |
Important Notes
- Track application progress on the portal; admission decisions communicated via email
- Compliance with OAU postgraduate regulations is required upon admission
- Sponsors must not submit multiple applications on behalf of candidates
- Applicants already enrolled in a programme must declare it; failure leads to forfeiture
- Transcripts must arrive before the admission exercise begins
- Admission letters sent via email
Portal & Updates: pgapply.oauife.edu.ng
This is a comprehensive postgraduate intake—ensure all documents, proposals, and fees are accurately submitted to avoid disqualification.
