UNIABUJA Sultan Maccido Institute for Peace, Leadership and Development Studies Announces Postgraduate & Professional Programmes for 2025/2026 Session

University of Abuja Sultan Maccido Institute for Peace, Leadership and Development Studies, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for its professional and postgraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.

The Institute welcomes applicants from a wide range of academic disciplines including Engineering, Health Sciences, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Management, Arts, Military, Paramilitary, Agriculture, Education, Taxation, and Law.

Available Programmes

A. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

• Peace and Security Studies
• Leadership and Discipline
• Society and Development Studies
• Criminology and Security Studies
• Emergency and Disaster Management Studies

B. Master’s Degree

• Peace and Security Studies
• Leadership and Discipline
• Society and Development Studies
• Criminology and Security Studies
• Emergency and Disaster Management Studies

C. Professional PhD

• Peace and Security
• Leadership and Discipline
• Society and Development Studies
• Criminology and Security Studies
• Emergency and Disaster Management Studies

D. Certificate Courses

• Oil and Gas Security Studies
• Maritime Security Studies
• Disaster and Safety Management Studies
• Election and Violence Management Studies

Admission Requirements

• O’Level: Five (5) credit passes including English Language and Mathematics (WASC/NECO/GCE or equivalent, not more than two sittings)
• Bachelor’s Degree: Minimum Second Class Lower in any discipline
• PGD Exception: HND holders with Lower Credit or equivalent may apply
• National Service: NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter required
• PhD Applicants: Must have a basic degree, professional master’s, and an MSc in a relevant field
• Screening: All candidates will undergo a screening exercise to confirm eligibility

Programme Duration

• PGD: 9 – 24 months
• Master’s Degree: 12 – 18 months
• Professional PhD: 36 – 60 months
• Certificate Courses: 12 months

How to Apply

Applicants should apply online via the University portal:

• Portal: https://www.portal.uniabuja.edu.ng
• Application Fee: ₦20,500 (or equivalent for foreign applicants)
• Closing Date: 10 November 2026

Enquiries: 0803 654 5393

Signed: Sambo Mohammed

This is an opportunity for professionals and postgraduate students seeking advanced training in peace, leadership, security, and development studies, with flexible durations and internationally relevant curricula.