UNIJOS Postgraduate Programmes: Admission Open 2022/2023

The University of Jos (UNIJOS) School of Postgraduate Studies has officially announced the commencement of sales of application forms for its diverse postgraduate programmes for the 2022/2023 academic session. Interested applicants are now invited to seize this opportunity. Below is a comprehensive guide detailing the courses, requirements, and the application procedure for the UNIJOS postgraduate form.

Postgraduate Admission Requirements at UNIJOS

Every prospective student must satisfy certain prerequisites to be considered for the postgraduate programmes at the University of Jos.

Basic Admission Requirements

Inclusive of the requirements is five credit passes at O’ Level, encompassing English, Mathematics, and other pertinent subjects.

Requirements for Masters’ and Postgraduate Diploma

Candidates vying for the Master’s Degree or Postgraduate Diploma must hold a good (First or Second class) Honours Degree from the University of Jos or any other University recognised by the Senate of the University of Jos. The first degree must be in a discipline related to the prospective postgraduate programme.

M.Phil/Ph.D Admission Requirements

Candidates aspiring for the M.Phil/Ph.D programme must hold a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline. In addition, M.Phil/Ph.D candidates must have achieved a Cumulative Score Average (CSA) of 60% and above in their final Master’s Degree assessment, and in their Research Project. Candidates will initially register for the M.Phil and based on satisfactory performance, may subsequently be upgraded to Ph.D registration.

Additional Requirements

All candidates are required to provide their degree result transcripts for their applications. It is also worth noting that all the advertised programmes are run on a full-time basis.

How to Apply for UNIJOS Postgraduate Admission

The application process is conducted online through the University’s portal. Here’s a step-by-step guide to assist you:

Registration and Account Activation

1. Visit the portal: portal.unijos.edu.ng.
2. Navigate to the ‘Forms Application’ section.
3. Select the appropriate programme you are applying for: Post-Graduate Diploma, Masters Programme, or Ph.D Programme.
4. Fill in the sign-up form using a valid and functional email address and a memorable password.
5. An activation link will be sent to your email. Click on the link to activate your account on the Students’ Portal.

Payment of Application Fee

1. Visit the portal: portal.unijos.edu.ng.
2. Click on ‘Login’ and input your email and password.
3. Navigate to the ‘Payment’ section.
4. Follow the prompts until payment of the Application Fee is successful. Ensure to print the receipt.

Bio-Data Registration

1. Visit the portal: portal.unijos.edu.ng.
2. Click on ‘Login’ and enter your email and password.
3. Complete the online Bio-data registration. Ensure all tabs are completed and that your passport photograph and relevant documents (in pdf format) are uploaded before completion.

As of this moment, the deadline for the application has not been specified.

Note: It is essential to use only a valid and functional email address and phone number. All future correspondence will be through the provided email and phone number. Referees’ forms will be sent electronically. Therefore, applicants must provide valid and functional email addresses and phone numbers for their referees. It’s important to note that a fee may be charged for corrections on personal information or change of course after the completion of the application form, so ensure the online form is correctly filled out.