UNIABUJA Postgraduate Courses and Admission Requirements (2026/2027 Session) – Full Guide

The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) is one of Nigeria’s leading federal universities for postgraduate study, and UNIABUJA postgraduate courses and admission requirements are currently among the most searched topics as the College of Postgraduate Studies runs its 2026/2027 admission exercise. Located in the Federal Capital Territory and popularly referred to as Yakubu Gowon University, UNIABUJA offers one of the widest postgraduate catalogues in the country, spanning Agriculture, Arts, Education, Engineering, Geography and Environmental Sciences, Law, Management Sciences, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, and the Health Sciences, including Nursing, Public Health, and Clinical Sciences.

This guide lays out the full list of postgraduate courses offered at the University of Abuja, organized by faculty and department, followed by the university’s official admission requirements for each category of postgraduate programme. You will also find the current application fee, the exact steps for applying online through REMITA, how to avoid admission scams, and answers to the questions UNIABUJA postgraduate applicants ask most often — so read through carefully before you begin your application.

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About This Admission Exercise

The College of Postgraduate Studies, University of Abuja, has invited suitably qualified candidates to apply for admission into its postgraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session, covering Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Academic Master’s, Professional Master’s, Master of Philosophy (MPhil), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) across the university’s faculties. Applications for the 2026/2027 session were originally scheduled to close on Wednesday, 30 September 2026, though deadlines at Nigerian universities are frequently extended, so candidates should always confirm the current closing date directly on the postgraduate portal before assuming a window has closed.

UNIABUJA postgraduate courses are offered in both full-time and part-time modes across most departments, with the university’s distance learning arrangements handled through its Area 3, Garki liaison office in Abuja municipality for candidates who need a more flexible study schedule.

Full List of UNIABUJA Postgraduate Courses by Faculty

Below is a breakdown of postgraduate courses and programmes available at the University of Abuja by faculty and department. Confirm the exact specialization options for your department with the College of Postgraduate Studies, since not every specialization is opened in every admission cycle.

Faculty of Agriculture

• Department of Crop Protection — PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. in Crop Protection
• Department of Crop Science — PGD in Agronomy; PGD in Agro Forestry; M.Sc. in Agronomy; M.Sc. in Agro Forestry; Ph.D. in Agronomy and Agro Forestry
• Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management — PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics and Farm Management; PGD in Agric Business Management
• Department of Soil Science — PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. in Soil Science
• Department of Animal Science — PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. in Animal Science (candidates with a Third Class degree in Animal Science must first obtain a relevant Postgraduate Diploma from a recognized institution)
• Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology — PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

• Master of Veterinary Public Health (MVPH), Master of Veterinary Preventive Medicine (MVPM), and specializations in Veterinary Microbiology, Bacteriology, Immunology, and Virology, at Master’s and PhD level
• PGD in Veterinary Epidemiology and Food Hygiene

Faculty of Education

• Arts and Social Science Education — M.Ed., Ph.D.
• Counselling and Educational Psychology — M.Ed., Ph.D.
• Educational Foundations — M.Ed., Ph.D.
• Educational Management — M.Ed., Ph.D.
• Library and Information Science — M.Ed., Ph.D.
• Science and Environmental Education — M.Ed., Ph.D.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) — the standard conversion route into education for non-education graduates

Faculty of Engineering

• Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering — PGD, M.Eng., Ph.D. across these departments

Faculty of Law

• Master of Laws (LL.M.) and Ph.D. in Law

Faculty of Management Sciences

• Business Administration — PGD (PGDBA), MBA/M.Sc., Ph.D.
• Public Administration — PGD (PGDPA), Master of Public Administration (MPA), Doctor of Public Administration (DPA), Ph.D.
• Banking and Finance — PGD (PGDBF), M.Sc., Ph.D.
• Project Management — Master of Project Management (MPM)
• Human Resource Management — Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM)
• Financial Economics — Master of Financial Economics (MFE)

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Faculty of Social Sciences

• Political Science — PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D.
• Economics — M.Sc., Ph.D.
• Diplomatic Studies — PGD, M.Sc.

Faculty of Environmental Sciences / Geography and Environmental Sciences

• Environmental Planning and Protection — PGD (PGDEPP), Master of Environmental Planning and Protection (MEPP)
• Geography — M.Sc., Ph.D.
• Architecture, Building, Estate Management, Urban and Regional Planning, Surveying and Geoinformatics — postgraduate research and professional tracks

Faculty of Life Sciences and Physical Sciences

• Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Statistics — PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. across relevant departments

College of Health Sciences

• Public Health — Master of Public Health (MPH), with specializations including Community Medicine and Sexual and Reproductive Health; Ph.D. in Public Health
• Nursing — postgraduate programmes in Nursing Science, run in part through the College of Nursing Sciences
• Clinical Sciences — postgraduate clinical and research programmes

Other Programmes

• Gender Studies — Postgraduate Diploma in Gender Studies
• Statistics — PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D.
• Master of Philosophy (MPhil) — offered as a research-intensive bridge between Master’s and PhD across eligible departments

⚠️ Disclaimer: The list of UNIABUJA postgraduate courses and the admission requirements below reflect the College of Postgraduate Studies’ most recently published 2026/2027 admission notice and consistent reporting across education platforms tracking the University of Abuja. Specific specializations, newly introduced programmes, or programmes placed on hold for a given session are subject to change by the university without notice, and the application deadline in particular is commonly extended. Prospective applicants should confirm that their intended UNIABUJA postgraduate course is actively being advertised, and verify the exact requirements and current closing date for their department, directly on the official postgraduate portal before purchasing an application form.

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UNIABUJA Postgraduate Admission Requirements

The University of Abuja’s admission requirements for postgraduate courses vary by the category of qualification you are applying for, though every applicant must first clear the general entry conditions set by the College of Postgraduate Studies.

General Admission Requirements (All Programmes)

• At least five O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings, from WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB
• Evidence of NYSC completion, or a valid Exemption or Exclusion Certificate, for Nigerian applicants
• At least two letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees
• Official academic transcripts processed through a Transcript Request Form (Form A2) on the postgraduate portal, forwarded directly by the applicant’s previous institution to the Secretary, College of Postgraduate Studies, University of Abuja, or electronically to SPGS@uniabuja.edu.ng

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Requirements

Candidates applying for a UNIABUJA Postgraduate Diploma should possess either:

• A Bachelor’s Degree with at least Third Class from a recognized university, or
• A Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least Lower Credit

Some departments — including specific Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine programmes — set additional entry conditions, so applicants should check their specific department’s requirements before applying.

Master’s Degree Requirements (M.A., M.Ed., M.Eng., M.Sc., MVPH, MVPM, LL.M.)

Candidates applying for an academic Master’s programme at UNIABUJA should possess:

• A relevant Bachelor’s Degree with at least Second Class Lower Division, or
• A university degree plus an appropriate Postgraduate Diploma at a minimum of Upper Credit, for candidates whose first degree is Third Class

Some professional Master’s programmes accept a PGD as a bridge into the Master’s, and certain specialized programmes — particularly in the College of Health Sciences and Faculty of Management Sciences — may require relevant professional registration or work experience in addition to the academic qualification.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Requirements

Candidates applying for a UNIABUJA PhD programme must have:

• A relevant Master’s Degree
• A minimum weighted average score of 60% (Grade B), or a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5.0 scale, in the Master’s Degree
• A research proposal of at least 500 words, outlining the candidate’s intended area of study

Departments may prescribe additional academic or professional requirements depending on the specific PhD programme, and candidates in health-related fields (such as MPH Community Medicine) may need to hold a professional qualification such as MBBS or BDS.

How to Apply for UNIABUJA Postgraduate Courses

Once you have identified which UNIABUJA postgraduate course matches your first degree and career direction, applying involves the following steps:

1. Visit the UNIABUJA Postgraduate Application Portal at portal.uniabuja.edu.ng/apply_now.php to begin a new application.
2. Enter your required personal and academic information accurately, since incomplete information can delay processing.
3. Generate your application invoice on the portal.
4. Pay the non-refundable application fee — currently ₦20,500 — through REMITA using the reference generated on the portal.
5. Complete the remaining sections of the application form, including your programme selection and academic history.
6. Process your Transcript Request Form (Form A2) through the postgraduate portal, and ensure your previous institution forwards your official transcript directly to the Secretary, College of Postgraduate Studies, or electronically to SPGS@uniabuja.edu.ng.
7. Submit at least two letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees, as required by your programme.
8. Submit the completed application before the closing date, and monitor your email and the portal for screening, interview, or admission updates.

Scam Prevention & Safety Tips

Postgraduate applicants are a frequent target for fraudsters posing as UNIABUJA staff or “admission consultants.” Protect yourself with the following precautions:

• Apply for UNIABUJA postgraduate courses only through the official postgraduate portal (portal.uniabuja.edu.ng) — never through a third party claiming to process your form for a fee outside the portal
• Pay the ₦20,500 application fee only through REMITA on the official portal, never into a personal bank account
• Be wary of anyone who claims they can “guarantee” you admission into a specific UNIABUJA postgraduate programme in exchange for extra payment
• Confirm any admission offer you receive directly with the College of Postgraduate Studies before making further payments
• Keep every payment receipt, application printout, and portal screenshot until your admission and registration are fully confirmed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What postgraduate courses does UNIABUJA offer? UNIABUJA offers Postgraduate Diploma, Academic Master’s, Professional Master’s, MPhil, and PhD programmes across Agriculture, Veterinary Medicine, Education, Engineering, Law, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Life and Physical Sciences, and the Health Sciences, as detailed in the course list above.

How much is the UNIABUJA postgraduate application fee? The postgraduate application fee for the 2026/2027 session is ₦20,500, non-refundable, and payable only through REMITA on the official postgraduate application portal.

Can I apply for a UNIABUJA Master’s programme with a Third Class degree? Not directly — a Third Class Bachelor’s degree qualifies a candidate for UNIABUJA’s Postgraduate Diploma programmes, and successful completion of the PGD with at least Upper Credit can bridge the candidate into a relevant Master’s programme.

Does UNIABUJA require a minimum CGPA for PhD admission? Yes, UNIABUJA’s PhD admission requirements call for a minimum weighted average score of 60% (Grade B), or a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5.0 scale, in the applicant’s Master’s degree, along with a research proposal of at least 500 words.

Is the NYSC certificate compulsory for UNIABUJA postgraduate admission? Yes, Nigerian applicants must provide evidence of NYSC completion, or present a valid Exemption or Exclusion Certificate, as part of their application documents.

Conclusion & Call to Action

UNIABUJA postgraduate courses span an unusually wide range of disciplines for a single federal university, from Crop Protection and Veterinary Public Health to Public Administration, Gender Studies, and Public Health, and the admission requirements are structured clearly by qualification level — PGD, Master’s, MPhil, and PhD. Before you commit to an application, match your first-degree class or HND result against the specific requirement tier for your intended UNIABUJA postgraduate course, generate your ₦20,500 application invoice, and confirm directly with the College of Postgraduate Studies that your programme and the current deadline are both active for the 2026/2027 session.

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