Benue State University Postgraduate Courses and Admission Requirements (2026/2027) for PGD, Master’s and PhD Programmes

Benue State University Makurdi (BSUM) postgraduate courses cover a wide range of Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s and Doctor of Philosophy programmes across Administration and Management, Arts, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Communication and Media Studies, Education, Environmental Sciences, Law, Social Sciences, Science, Technology and Industrial Studies, as well as specialised postgraduate centres. Although many applicants still search for Benue State University Makurdi postgraduate courses, the institution has officially changed its name to Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM).

In this guide, you will find the Benue State University postgraduate courses and admission requirements arranged by faculty, department and programme level, followed by the general O’Level requirements, Master’s requirements, professional Master’s conditions, PhD requirements and important programme-specific rules.

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About Benue State University Makurdi (BSUM)

Benue State University Makurdi (BSUM) is the former name of Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM).

According to the university’s official notification, Benue State University, Makurdi was formally renamed Reverend Father Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM) after the relevant law was passed by the Benue State House of Assembly and signed by the Governor of Benue State on 30 December 2024. The university directed that its official communications, documentation and correspondence should thereafter use the new name.

For the purpose of this article, therefore, BSUM, Benue State University Makurdi and Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University refer to the same institution. The familiar BSUM terminology is retained throughout the guide where it helps prospective students find the information they are looking for.

Benue State University Postgraduate Courses

The 2026/2027 postgraduate admission document contains programmes from several faculties, centres and specialised academic units. The programmes listed below are based on the official admission advertisement.

The 2026/2027 postgraduate admission document contains programmes from 14 faculties, centres and specialised academic units. The programmes listed below are based on the official admission advertisement.

Faculty of Administration and Management

Accounting

• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA)
• Master in Public Sector Accounting
• M.Sc. Accounting and Finance
• M.Sc./Ph.D. Accounting and Finance
• Ph.D. Accounting and Finance

Business Administration

• Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) Management
• MBA Banking and Finance
• MBA Marketing
• MBA Accounting and Finance
• M.Sc. Management
• M.Sc./Ph.D. Management
• M.Sc./Ph.D. Marketing
• Ph.D. Management
• Ph.D. Marketing

Public Administration

• Master of Public Administration (MPA)
• M.Sc. Public Administration
• Ph.D. Public Administration – Human Resource Management
• Ph.D. Public Administration – Public Policy Analysis
• Ph.D. Public Administration – Public Financial Administration
• Ph.D. Public Administration – New Public Management
• Ph.D. Public Administration – International Administration
• Ph.D. Public Administration – Development Administration
• Ph.D. Public Administration – Local Government Administration

All programmes listed under this faculty in the advertisement are full-time.

Faculty of Arts

English

• M.A. English – Applied Linguistics
• M.A. English – Digital Humanities
• M.A. English – Discourse Analysis
• M.A. English – Stylistics
• M.A. English – Translation
• M.A. English – Rhetoric and Composition
• M.A. English – English for Specific Purpose (ESP)
• M.A. English – Speech Writing
• M.A. Literature in English
• Ph.D. English – Applied Linguistics
• Ph.D. English – Digital Humanities
• Ph.D. English – Discourse Analysis
• Ph.D. English – Stylistics
• Ph.D. English – Translation
• Ph.D. English – Rhetoric and Composition
• Ph.D. English – English for Specific Purpose (ESP)
• Ph.D. English – Speech Writing
• Ph.D. Literature in English

Language and Linguistics

• M.A. Linguistics
• M.A. French
• Ph.D. Linguistics
• Ph.D. French

History

• M.A. History – Nigerian History/Central Nigeria
• M.A. History – African History
• M.A. History – Economic History
• M.A. History – Historiography
• M.A. History – Diplomatic History
• Ph.D. History – Nigerian History/Central Nigeria
• Ph.D. History – African History
• Ph.D. History – Economic History
• Ph.D. History – Historiography
• Ph.D. History – Diplomatic History
• Ph.D. History – Cultural History

Theatre Arts

The M.A. Theatre Arts programme includes:

• Theatre for Development
• Theatre Management and Administration
• Dramatic Theory and Criticism
• Directing
• Media Arts Studies
• Film Studies
• Theatre Technology
• Theatre in Education
• Acting/Voice and Speech Arts
• Dance/Choreography
• Playwriting
• Theatre History
• Theatre and Cultural Administration
• Theatre Innovations
• Costumes/Make-up
• Sociology of Drama
• Theatre Tourism
• Music/Ethnomusicology

A Ph.D. in Theatre Arts is also available.

Religion and Cultural Studies

The university offers M.A. and Ph.D. Religious Studies with areas including:

• Old Testament
• New Testament
• African Religion
• Christian Ethics
• Sociology of Religion
• Comparative Religions
• Church History

For Ph.D. New Testament Studies, candidates must have proficiency in New Testament Greek.

Philosophy

• M.A. Philosophy – African Philosophy
• M.A. Philosophy – Epistemology
• M.A. Philosophy – Ethics
• M.A. Philosophy – Social and Political Philosophy
• M.A. Philosophy – Metaphysics
• Ph.D. Philosophy – African Philosophy
• Ph.D. Philosophy – Epistemology
• Ph.D. Philosophy – Ethics
• Ph.D. Philosophy – Social and Political Philosophy
• Ph.D. Philosophy – Metaphysics

Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

Anatomy

• M.Sc. Human Anatomy
• Ph.D. Human Anatomy

Physiology

• M.Sc. Human Physiology
• Ph.D. Human Physiology

Faculty of Clinical Sciences

Epidemiology and Community Health

• Master of Public Health (MPH)

Gynaecology and Obstetrics

• Master of Reproductive Health (MRH)

Faculty of Communication and Media Studies

The faculty offers:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication (PGDMC)

Broadcasting

• M.Sc. Mass Communication – Electronic Media (Radio, Television and Film)
• Ph.D. Mass Communication – Electronic Media (Radio, Television and Film)

Journalism and Media Studies

• M.Sc. Mass Communication – Print Media (Newspaper & Magazine)
• Ph.D. Mass Communication – Print Media (Newspaper & Magazine)

Public Relations

• M.Sc. Mass Communication – Public Relations and Advertising
• Ph.D. Mass Communication – Public Relations and Advertising

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Faculty of Education

Arts and Social Sciences Education

• M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction
• M.Ed. Language Education
• M.Ed. Social Studies Education
• Ph.D. Curriculum and Instruction
• Ph.D. Language Education
• Ph.D. Social Studies Education

Science and Mathematics Education

• M.Sc. (Ed) Mathematics
• M.Sc. (Ed) Biology
• M.Sc. (Ed) Chemistry
• M.Sc. (Ed) Physics
• M.Ed. Measurement and Evaluation
• M.Ed. Mathematics Education
• M.Ed. Science Education
• Ph.D. Measurement and Evaluation
• Ph.D. Mathematics Education
• Ph.D. Science Education
• Ph.D. Mathematics Education (Science Education)
• Ph.D. Biology Education
• Ph.D. Chemistry Education
• Ph.D. Physics Education

Educational Foundations

• Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
• M.Ed. Educational Management
• M.Ed. Educational Psychology
• M.Ed. Guidance and Counselling
• Ph.D. Educational Management
• Ph.D. Marriage and Family Counselling
• Ph.D. Personal-Social Counselling
• Ph.D. School Counselling

Human Kinetics and Health Education

• M.Sc. (Ed) Health Education
• M.Sc. (Ed) Exercise and Sport Science
• M.Sc. (Ed) Sports Management
• Ph.D. Public Health Education

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

Geography

The M.Sc. Geography programme has several areas of specialisation, including:

• Climatology
• Urban Geography
• Population Geography
• Rural Geography
• Environmental Resources Management
• Soil Geography
• Geomorphology
• Housing Studies
• Population Studies
• Soil Science
• Hydrology and Water Resources
• Agricultural Geography
• Biogeography
• Transport Geography
• Tourism Geography
• Economic Geography
• Medical Geography
• Disaster Risk Management
• Environmental Management

The faculty also offers M.Sc. Development Studies and M.Sc. Environmental Management.

Ph.D. options include Geography specialisations such as Climatology, Urban Geography, Population Geography, Rural Geography, Environmental Resources Management, Soil Geography, Geomorphology, Hydrology and Water Resources, Agricultural Geography, Biogeography, Transport Geography, Tourism Geography, Economic Geography, Medical Geography and Disaster Risk Management. Ph.D. Development Studies is also listed.

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Urban and Regional Planning

• Postgraduate Diploma in Planning Studies (PDPS)
• Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP)
• M.Sc. Environmental Planning and Management
• M.Sc. Housing
• M.Sc. Regional Planning
• M.Sc. Social Services Planning
• M.Sc. Transportation Planning
• M.Sc. Urban Design
• M.Sc. Urban Management
• Ph.D. Urban & Regional Planning

Faculty of Law

The available postgraduate law programmes include:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Arbitration (PGDArb)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Humanitarian Law and Disaster Management (PGDHLDM)
• LL.M Taxation Law and Policy
• LL.M Intellectual Property Law and Policy
• LL.M Environmental Law and Management
• LL.M Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
• LL.M Sports Law and Arbitration
• LL.M Maritime Law and Policy
• LL.M Law of Alternative Dispute Resolution
• LL.M Law of Enforcement and Administration
• LL.M Health Law and Management
• LL.M Security Law and Policy
• LL.M Investment Law and Policy
• LL.M Corporate Governance and Practice
• LL.M Consumer Protection and Competition Law
• LL.M Telecommunication Law and Policy
• LL.M Labour Law and Relations
• LL.M International Law and Diplomacy
• LL.M Electoral Litigation Law and Practice
• Ph.D. Law

Faculty of Social Sciences

Economics

• M.Sc. Economics – Development Economics
• M.Sc. Economics – Monetary Economics
• M.Sc. Economics – Public Finance
• Ph.D. Economics – Economic Theory
• Ph.D. Economics – Applied Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Industrial Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – International Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Monetary Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Public Sector Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Development Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Labour Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Environmental Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Health Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Operations Research
• Ph.D. Economics – Energy Economics
• Ph.D. Economics – Economic Planning
• Ph.D. Economics – Mathematical Economics

Library and Information Science

• Postgraduate Diploma in Library & Information Science (PGDLIS)
• Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)
• Ph.D. Library and Information Science

Political Science

• M.A. International Relations and Strategic Studies
• M.Sc. International Relations and Strategic Studies
• M.Sc. Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
• M.Sc. Political Science
• Ph.D. Political Science – Diplomacy & Strategic Studies
• Ph.D. Political Science – International Relations
• Ph.D. Political Science – Comparative Politics & Development Studies
• Ph.D. Political Science – Political Economy
• Ph.D. Political Science – Empirical Political Theory & Methodology
• Ph.D. Political Science – Political Philosophy

Psychology

• Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology
• Master of Health Management (MHM)
• M.Sc. Clinical Psychology
• M.Sc. Industrial/Organizational Psychology
• M.Sc. Developmental Psychology
• M.Sc. Experimental Psychology
• M.Sc. Social Psychology
• Ph.D. Clinical Psychology
• Ph.D. Industrial/Organizational Psychology
• Ph.D. Health Psychology
• Ph.D. Developmental Psychology
• Ph.D. Experimental Psychology
• Ph.D. Social Psychology

Sociology

• Postgraduate Diploma in Sociology (PGDS)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work (PGDSW)
• M.Sc. Gender Studies
• M.Sc. Social Work
• M.Sc. Rural Sociology & Agricultural Extension
• M.Sc. Sociology – Criminology
• M.Sc. Sociology – Demography
• M.Sc. Sociology – Development Sociology
• M.Sc. Sociology – Industrial Sociology and Labour Relations
• M.Sc. Sociology – Medical Sociology
• M.Sc. Sociology – Rural Sociology
• Ph.D. Sociology
• Ph.D. Rural Sociology & Agricultural Extension
• Ph.D. Social Work

Faculty of Science

Biological Sciences

• M.Sc. Medical Microbiology
• M.Sc. Pure and Applied Parasitology
• M.Sc. Pure and Applied Entomology
• M.Sc. Hydrobiology and Fisheries
• M.Sc. Plant Pathology
• M.Sc. Cytogenetic and Plant Breeding
• M.Sc. Systematic and Taxonomy
• Ph.D. Medical Microbiology
• Ph.D. Pure and Applied Parasitology
• Ph.D. Pure and Applied Entomology
• Ph.D. Hydrobiology and Fisheries
• Ph.D. Plant Pathology
• Ph.D. Cytogenetic and Plant Breeding
• Ph.D. Systematic and Taxonomy

Chemistry

• M.Sc. Physical Chemistry
• M.Sc. Organic Chemistry
• M.Sc. Inorganic Chemistry
• M.Sc. Analytical Chemistry
• M.Sc. Industrial Chemistry
• M.Sc. Environmental Toxicology, Pollution and Control
• M.Sc. Environmental Control & Sustainability
• M.Sc. Polymer Chemistry
• Ph.D. Physical Chemistry
• Ph.D. Organic Chemistry/Natural Products Chemistry
• Ph.D. Inorganic Chemistry
• Ph.D. Analytical/Environmental Chemistry
• Ph.D. Industrial Chemistry
• Ph.D. Environmental Toxicology, Pollution and Control
• Ph.D. Environmental Control & Sustainability
• Ph.D. Polymer Chemistry

Mathematics and Computer Science

• Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS)
• M.Sc. Mathematics
• M.Sc. Computer Science

Physics

• M.Sc. Theoretical Physics
• M.Sc. Medical Physics
• M.Sc. Radiation Physics
• M.Sc. Electronics and Communications Physics
• M.Sc. Atmospheric and Environmental Physics
• M.Sc. Materials Science and Renewable Energy Physics
• Ph.D. Theoretical Physics
• Ph.D. Medical Physics
• Ph.D. Radiation Physics
• Ph.D. Atmospheric & Environmental Physics
• Ph.D. Materials Science and Renewable Energy Physics
• Faculty of Technology and Industrial Studies

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Industrial Technology

• M.Sc. (Ed) Technology Education – Construction
• M.Sc. (Ed) Technology Education – Electrical/Electronics
• M.Sc. (Ed) Technology Education – Mechanical/Production/Automobile
• Ph.D. Industrial Technology Education – Construction
• Ph.D. Industrial Technology Education – Electrical/Electronics
• Ph.D. Industrial Technology Education – Mechanical Production/Automobile

Centre for Peace and Development Studies

• M.A. Religion and Peace Studies
• M.Sc. Humanitarian and Refugee Studies
• M.Sc. Risk & Disaster Management

Centre for Conservation Science and Practice

• M.Sc. Applied Conservation

Centre for Gender Studies

• Postgraduate Diploma in Gender Studies (PGDGS)
• Masters in Gender Studies (MGS) – Gender and Health
• MGS – Gender, Economic Empowerment and Entrepreneurship
• MGS – Gender, Education and Professions
• MGS – Gender, Human Rights, Governance and Democracy
• MGS – Gender, Environment and Climate Change
• MGS – Gender, Management and Human Resource Development
• MGS – Gender, Agriculture and Community Development
• MGS – Gender, Security, Conflict and Peace Building
• MGS – Gender, Media Language and Arts

Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University Postgraduate Admission Requirements

The Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University postgraduate admission requirements are divided into general O’Level conditions and programme-level academic requirements.

Applicants should not assume that meeting the general Master’s or PhD requirement automatically guarantees eligibility for every programme. Several departments have additional academic, subject, professional or screening conditions.

General O’Level Requirements

Applicants must first satisfy the relevant O’Level requirements for admission into a first-degree programme of the university.

The general conditions stated in the postgraduate advertisement include:

• A credit in English Language and Mathematics is required for all courses.
• Psychology requires at least a pass in Biology or Health Sciences.
• O’Level Literature credit is required for programmes in English, Languages & Linguistics, Theatre Arts and Law.
• A pass in Literature is required for Language Education.
• O’Level Economics credit is required for Management Science courses and Economics.
• IJMB O’Level credit passes in Mathematics and English may be accepted in place of the corresponding SSC or GCE O’Level requirements stated by the university.
• NCE English major may be accepted in place of O’Level Literature.
• NCE Use of English may be accepted in place of an SSC or GCE O’Level English credit.
• Where applicable, A-Level passes supersede O’Level passes.

Applicants should therefore check the requirements attached specifically to their intended course rather than relying only on a general postgraduate qualification.

Requirements for Master’s Degree Programmes

For the general M.Sc., M.A. and M.Ed. programmes, applicants must satisfy the relevant O’Level conditions and possess a first relevant degree with a minimum of Second-Class Lower Division and a CGPA of 2.50 from Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University or another university recognized by the Senate.

However, several programmes have additional requirements.

M.Sc. Anatomy and Physiology: Applicants must have a B.Sc. First Class or Second Class in Physiology for the relevant programme, or be medical graduates who are fully registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.

M.Sc. Mathematics: Applicants generally need a B.Sc. Mathematics or a related qualification with the required CGPA. Candidates from areas such as Mathematics Education, Statistics, Mathematics/Statistics, Statistics/Computer Science, or holders of a relevant PGD may be considered where they meet the specified CGPA requirements.

M.Sc. Computer Science: Candidates may come from Computer Science and certain related disciplines, including Mathematics, Physics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer and Information Management, or a PGD in Computer Science, subject to the stated CGPA requirement. Applicants may be required to take undergraduate modules to correct deficiencies.

M.Sc. Geography: The normal undergraduate background is Geography, but the university also welcomes applicants with a Second-Class Upper degree from related areas such as Zoology, Geology, Biology and Environmental Management, provided they can demonstrate the necessary background.

M.Sc. Physics: Applicants need a B.Sc. with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 in Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics and adequate undergraduate Physics background.

M.A. English: Candidates need a relevant Bachelor’s degree in English Language, English Literature, B.A. Education/English or Linguistics, with at least Second-Class Lower Division and a CGPA of 2.50 or above.

Master of Library and Information Science: Applicants need a Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or a Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science at Credit level.

M.Sc. Social Work: Applicants may qualify with a good Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or an equivalent qualification at Second-Class Lower Division and CGPA 2.50. A Bachelor’s degree in another field plus a PGD in Social Work with the required CGPA may also be considered.

LL.M: Applicants must possess an LL.B degree with Second-Class Lower Division or above and must also satisfy the basic undergraduate Law entry requirements.

Special Master’s Requirements

Some programmes listed under the professional Master’s category have separate conditions.

M.Sc. Management and Master in Public Sector Accounting

Candidates need at least Second-Class Lower Division with a CGPA of 2.50 and a Bachelor’s degree in areas such as Business Administration/Management, Accounting, Banking & Finance, Marketing or Economics.

The university also states that applicants must perform satisfactorily in its admission test and interview.

Candidates with PGDM from recognized institutions may also be considered if they have at least Upper Credit with a CGPA of 3.50, provided the university’s matriculation requirements are satisfied.

Master of Health Management

The programme accepts degrees in Medicine, including MBBS and BDS, Pharmacy, Nursing and other relevant medical professional degrees.

An Advanced Diploma in Health Management from the university with at least a Credit pass average, together with other relevant postgraduate qualifications, may also be considered.

Master of Public Health

Applicants may qualify with a medical degree such as MBBS or BDS or an equivalent qualification with at least CGPA 2.50.

Graduates of Nursing, Pharmacy and other relevant health and biological sciences may also apply.

Relevant public health work experience is an added advantage, and applicants are subject to an admission test.

Master of Reproductive Health

Eligible candidates include graduates with Medicine degrees such as MBBS, BM, BCH or MD who are fully registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.

Graduates in Nursing, Physiology and Anatomy with First Class or Second-Class honours and at least 2.50 CGPA may also be considered.

Applicants are subject to the required admission test.

MBA

For the MBA, candidates need at least Second-Class Lower Division with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Accounting, Banking & Finance, Marketing, Management or Economics.

The university requires satisfactory performance in its admission test and interview.

Candidates with a PGDM from a recognized university and a minimum Upper Credit with GPA 3.50 may also be considered, provided the other requirements are satisfied.

Master’s in Gender Studies

Applicants may qualify with a degree in any field at Second-Class honours division or above from a university recognized by the Senate, with CGPA of at least 2.50.

Candidates with equivalent qualifications and relevant experience may also be considered, subject to the university’s assessment.

M.Sc./Ph.D. Management and Marketing

The university also lists M.Sc./Ph.D. pathways in Management and Marketing.

According to the admission document, candidates who obtain a CGPA of 4.00 or above in the first year of the university’s M.Sc. Management or Marketing programme may be scaled up to the PhD programme in the respective specialization.

This is different from the normal standalone PhD route and should not be confused with general PhD admission.

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PhD Admission Requirements

The general Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University postgraduate admission requirements for PhD programmes include a good Master’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or B grade from the university or another university recognized by the Senate.

Some PhD programmes have additional requirements.

PhD History: Candidates with an M.Phil may be admitted. Candidates without an M.A. in History may be required to take specified 800-level courses for one academic session.

PhD Education and Business Administration: Candidates may be required to take written and oral examinations.

PhD Arts and Social Science Education and Business Management: Applicants are required to consult the relevant Head of Department about supervisor availability before applying.

PhD Law: Applications must be accompanied by a research proposal.

PhD Anatomy and Physiology: Candidates must be fully registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria as doctors.

PhD Industrial Technology Education: Candidates must satisfy the specified five O’Level credit requirements, including English and Mathematics, plus three relevant subjects. A screening process is also required.

PhD Physics: Candidates need at least an M.Sc. in Physics or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a five-point scale.

PhD Geography: Candidates require an M.Sc./M.Phil degree in Geography or equivalent. Exceptional students may be considered for direct progression from the Master’s programme where they have an A average in their Master’s coursework and satisfy other conditions. Admission is limited to areas where qualified resident supervisors are available.

PhD Development Studies: Candidates need a Master’s degree in Development Studies or equivalent. The document specifies a minimum CGPA of 3.50 in M.Sc./M.Phil for admission, while exceptional candidates may also be considered.

PhD Materials Science and Renewable Energy Physics: Applicants need an M.Sc. in the chosen specialization or equivalent with the stated minimum CGPA requirement.

PhD English: Candidates need a good Master’s degree in English Language or Literary Studies with CGPA not below 3.50 on a five-point scale.

PhD Public Administration: Candidates need a first degree in Public Administration or a related field with minimum CGPA 2.50 and an M.Sc. in Public Administration or a related field with CGPA 3.50.

PhD Library and Information Science: Candidates need a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science with at least CGPA 3.50.

Postgraduate Diploma Admission Requirements

The university also provides several PGD routes for applicants who do not meet the direct Master’s entry route or who want to obtain a postgraduate qualification in a different field.

The general postgraduate diploma requirement allows candidates with an HND or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Third Class, subject to the relevant programme requirements.

However, the individual PGD programmes can differ.

PGD Mass Communication: Applicants must possess the basic undergraduate entry qualifications, including five credits containing English and Mathematics. The programme accepts a minimum Third-Class degree in Mass Communication or CGPA 2.00 for Mass Communication graduates, or Lower Credit for HND graduates.

PGD Accounting: Candidates may qualify through several routes, including a Second-Class Lower degree in a non-accounting field, a Pass or Third-Class degree in Accounting or related fields, HND Accounting at Upper Credit, HND Lower Credit in Accounting-related disciplines, or other qualifications deemed appropriate.

PGD Library and Information Science: The programme is open to candidates with at least Third-Class honours in Library and Information Science and also to candidates with first degrees in other disciplines.

PGD Sociology: Applicants may qualify with Third-Class honours or above in Sociology or a related discipline. HND or professional qualifications cognate to Sociology at not less than Upper Credit may also be considered.

PGD Social Work: Candidates may qualify with Third-Class honours or above in a related discipline. HND or professional qualifications cognate to Social Work at Upper Credit or above may also be considered.

PGD Arbitration and Humanitarian Law and Disaster Management: Candidates generally need a Bachelor’s degree in Law or another relevant discipline with at least Second-Class Lower Division. Applicants with Third Class or Pass degrees plus some postgraduate experience may be considered. Nigerian applicants must provide evidence of NYSC participation or exemption, and references may be required.

Duration of Postgraduate Programmes

The university’s general regulations provide the following duration:

Postgraduate Diploma

• Minimum: 1 academic year
• Maximum: 2 academic years

Master’s Degree

• Full-time: normally at least 1 academic year
• Part-time: normally at least 2 years
• Maximum: 2 years full-time
• Maximum: 3 years part-time

Doctorate

• Full-time: normally at least 3 years
• Part-time: normally at least 5 years
• Maximum: 5 years full-time
• Maximum: 7 years part-time

The advertisement states that programmes begin with coursework and end with a project for postgraduate diplomas or a dissertation/thesis for Master’s and PhD programmes.

How to Apply for Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University Postgraduate Admission

Applicants should follow the application procedure specified by the university.

Step 1: Begin the application online

Visit the university website and access the postgraduate application section. Applicants are required to complete the initial pre-registration information and submit it.

Step 2: Generate your Application Number

After submitting the pre-registration information, an Application Number is generated. Applicants should print the pre-registration form.

Step 3: Pay the application fee

The 2026/2027 advertisement states that applicants should proceed to the designated Fidelity Bank with the printed pre-registration form and pay the non-refundable application fee of ₦20,000, using the generated Application Number.

Step 4: Return to the portal

After payment, return to the university portal and select the postgraduate application section to complete the application form.

Step 5: Upload your documents

Upload the required academic credentials and other relevant documents before submitting the application.

Step 6: Complete referee forms

Applicants are required to ensure that online reference forms are completed by three referees.

Step 7: Submit and print your application

After completing the application, submit it online and print a hard copy for your records.

Important Transcript Requirement

One of the most important instructions in the admission advertisement concerns academic transcripts.

Applicants are required to request their previous institutions to forward official academic transcripts to the Secretary, Postgraduate School, Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi.

The university states that transcripts should be accompanied by the transcript request forms printed from the application portal.

Applications without official academic transcripts will not be processed.

This is particularly important for applicants who are completing their applications while their previous university has not yet forwarded their transcript.

Important Application Rules

Applicants should provide all information requested in the application form.

The university states that incomplete applications will be treated as void.

Applicants should clearly state their proposed course of study and area of specialization where applicable.

Another important rule is that a candidate may apply for only one Degree or Diploma programme at a time.

Applicants should therefore confirm their intended programme carefully before submitting the application.

Application Fee and Late Application

The application fee stated in the 2026/2027 postgraduate admission advertisement is ₦20,000.

The fee is non-refundable.

The advertisement further states that late purchase, commencing 30 days after the date of the advertisement, attracts an additional ₦5,000.

The closing-date provision in the document states that the application closing date is 30 days from the date of the advertisement, after which the additional fee applies.

Applicants should therefore verify the current application window before making payment, especially when using this article for a later admission session.

Who Can Apply for Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University Postgraduate Programmes?

The range of Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University postgraduate courses means there are entry routes for applicants with different academic backgrounds.

A Bachelor’s degree holder may be eligible for a Master’s programme if the degree is relevant and the applicant meets the required classification and CGPA.

A Third-Class degree holder may find a suitable route through selected PGD programmes, depending on the programme’s specific requirements.

HND holders may also qualify for certain PGD programmes and selected Master’s routes where the department expressly permits such entry.

Applicants with a Master’s degree and the required CGPA may apply for PhD programmes, although some departments impose additional academic, professional, examination or supervisor requirements.

The key point is that postgraduate admission is programme-specific. Meeting a general requirement does not necessarily mean that every department will accept the applicant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benue State University still the name of the university?

No. The university has officially been renamed Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM). Benue State University is the former name, which explains why older postgraduate information may still appear under BSU.

What are the general Master’s requirements?

The general requirement is a relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least Second-Class Lower Division and a minimum CGPA of 2.50, together with the applicable O’Level requirements. Some programmes have additional conditions.

What is the general PhD requirement?

The general PhD requirement is a good Master’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or B grade from the university or another university recognized by the Senate. Individual departments may impose additional conditions.

Can an HND holder apply for postgraduate admission?

Yes, HND holders may qualify for selected PGD and other specifically approved postgraduate routes. The exact requirement depends on the programme.

How much is the postgraduate application fee?

The 2026/2027 admission advertisement states an application fee of ₦20,000, with an additional ₦5,000 for late purchase after the stated period.

How many programmes can a candidate apply for?

The university states that a candidate can apply for only one Degree or Diploma programme at any given time.

Conclusion

The Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University postgraduate courses list is broad, covering traditional academic disciplines, professional programmes, interdisciplinary fields and specialised postgraduate centres. Applicants can choose from PGD, Master’s, M.Sc., M.A., M.Ed., MBA, MPA, professional Master’s programmes and PhD options, depending on their academic background and the requirements of the chosen department.

For most Master’s programmes, the central academic requirement is a relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least Second-Class Lower Division and CGPA 2.50, but several courses have additional requirements. PhD applicants generally need a Master’s degree with at least 3.50 CGPA or B grade, while departments such as Law, Anatomy, Physiology, Geography, Physics, Education and Business Administration have extra conditions.

Applicants should also pay close attention to O’Level requirements, transcripts, referee forms, admission tests, interviews and supervisor availability where applicable.

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