UMYU Postgraduate Application Form, Entrance Exam Date -2015/16

UMYU Postgraduate Application Form, Entrance Exam Date -2015/16

The Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU), Katsin invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Postgraduate Programmes for the 2015/2016 academic session.

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES:

1. FACULTY OF EDUCATION
a).Department of Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instructions
M.Ed. Educational Psychology

b)Department of Library and Information Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Information and Record Management (PGDIRM)

2. FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
a).Department of Arabic
M. A. Arabic
Ph.D Arabic

b).Department of Nigerian Languages (Hausa)
M.A. Hausa
Ph.D. Hausa

c). Department of History and Security Studies
M.A History
Ph.D. History

d). Department of Islamic Studies
M. A. Islamic Studies
Ph.D. Islamic Studies

e)Department of English and French
M.A. English

3. FACULTY OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
a).Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry
M.Sc. Chemistry

b). Department of Geography
Postgraduate Diploma in Resource Development (PGDRD)
Masters in Resource Development (MRD)
M.Sc. Geography
Ph.D. Geography

c).Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
M.Sc. Computer Science
M.Sc. Mathematics

d) Department of Biology
M.Sc. Biology
DURATION
Postgraduate Diploma - 2 to 4 Semesters
Masters in Resource Development (MRD) - 2 to 4 Semesters
M.A./M.Sc. - 4 to 6 Semesters
Ph.D -   6 to 10 Semesters

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Postgraduate Diploma
The following shall qualify for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma   Programmes:-

(i) Graduates of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) or other recognized Universities.
(ii) Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of lower credit pass or its equivalent in relevant areas.
(iii) Candidates who hold qualifications other than the above, which are acceptable to the Senate of the University.
(iv) Candidates must satisfy the University’s requirements for matriculation i.e. five credit passes at the O’level to include English Language and Mathematics.

Master’s Degree
The following shall qualify for the Master’s Degree Programmes: -

(i) Graduates of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University or other recognized Universities who have obtained the approved degree of Bachelor with at least Second-Class Honours (CGPA 3.00) or its equivalent, or candidates with University degree and appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of UMYU or any recognized University with at least a credit level pass.
(ii) Candidates whose degrees are unclassified should score an average of “C” or 50% or above.
(iii) Candidates with only Bachelors degree in third class division who have at least five years relevant working experience. This shall be applicable to MRD only.
(iv) Candidate who possess HND with at least a credit pass from recognized institutions and at least credit pass at Postgraduate Diploma of UMYU or any other recognized institution in the relevant areas. This shall be applicable to MRD only.
(v) Candidates who hold qualifications other than the ones listed above, which are acceptable to the Senate of the University.
(vi)  In addition to (i) - (v) above, a candidate must satisfy the University’s requirements for matriculation i.e. five credit passes at the O’level to include English Language and Mathematics.
(vii)Also candidates seeking admission into the M.A, M.Ed. and M.Sc. programmes shall sit an entrance examination to be conducted by the University.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
The following shall qualify for the Doctor of Philosophy Programmes: -

(i) Graduates of UMYU and other recognized universities who have obtained a good Masters Degree with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5 point scale or a CGPA of 3.00 on a 4 point scale appropriate to the proposed areas of study.
(ii) Candidates with the Degree of Professional Masters with at least a Bachelor’s Degree may qualify for admission provided that they satisfy the condition in (i) above.
(iii) Graduates of UMYU or other recognized Universities who have obtained Masters of Philosophy degree appropriate to the proposed areas of study.
(iv) In addition to (i), (ii) and (iii) above candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Second Class Lower division (CGPA 3.00).
(v) Candidates who hold qualifications other than the above, which are acceptable to the Senate of the University.
(vi) In addition to (i) – (v) above, a candidate must satisfy the University’s requirements for matriculation i.e. five credit passes at the O'level to include English Language and Mathematics.
(vii) In addition to (i) – (vi) above, a candidate must submit a copy of his/her MA/MSc thesis as part of the requirement for admission.
(viii) A candidate must state the proposed area of Research and submit a synopsis of not less than 500 words for the proposed topic of research.

Method of Application:
Interested candidates for all the Postgraduate Programmes can download the application and related Forms (PG01, PG02 and PG03) from www.umyu.edu.ng FREE OF CHARGE.

Submission of Application Forms
(i) Completed application Forms should be returned to the Secretary, Postgraduate School, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, P.M.B 2218, Katsina not later than 11th December, 2015.
(ii) Each completed application form should be accompanied with a bank draft of N10,000:00 or 100 USD for foreign applicants in the name of the University or teller from Ja’iz Bank( Account number 0000595829).
(iii) All candidates are advised to check the University’s website for acknowledgement after the closing date.
(iv) All candidates are required to request their previous institutions to forward copies of their academic transcripts accompanied by Form B, to the Secretary Postgraduate School, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina.

Entrance Examination Details:
The Postgraduate School of Umaru Musa Yar'adua University wishes to inform applicants for Masters and Doctorate Degrees in the 2015/2016 admission exercise that Entrance Examinations would hold as follows:

Date: Saturday, 6th February, 2016
Time:  10:00am prompt
Venue: Applicants' various Departments
Exam Fees: N2,000

Payment of the Exam Fees can be made at Bursary Department, Room B1-12 on or before the date of the examinations.

BUK Postgraduate Admission Form 2015/2016 Out

BUK Postgraduate Admission Form 2015/2016 Out

Buk postgraduate form 2015 is out. The management of Bayero University Kano wishes to inform the general public that online sale of Postgraduate application forms for 2015/2016 Academic Session has commenced.

ELIGIBILITY
1. Candidates for admission into Ph.D/M.Phil programmes shall have M.A, M.Ed., M.Sc, M.Eng. or LLM Degrees in the relevant areas with CGPA of at least 3.50 on a scale of 0.00 to 5.00 from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognised University.
2. Candidates for admission into M.A, M.Ed, M.Sc (Ed), MLS, M.Sc., M.Eng. and LLM programmes shall have:

• A minimum of a Good Second Class Lower Degree in the relevant areas from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognised University.
• A Degree plus University Postgraduate Diploma at Credit level in the relevant areas from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognised University.
• For all Engineering programmes, candidates must have Credit in English, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

3. Candidates for admission into MBA (Regular), MBF, MHE and MTM should have:

• A minimum of a Good Second Class Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Management, Economics, Banking and Finance from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognized University.
• A Degree or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit plus University Postgraduate Diploma with a minimum of Merit in the relevant areas from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognized University.

4. Candidates for admission into MBA (Special) should have a minimum of a Good Second Class Degree in any discipline from BUK or any other recognized University.
5. Candidates for admission into MHR should have a degree in Medicine, Nursing and Biological Science of Bayero University, Kano or any other recognised University.
6. Candidates for admission into MDS, MPPA, MEM, MCMP shall have:

• A Good Honours Degree with at least Second Class Lower in the relevant areas from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognized University.
• A Degree or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit plus a Postgraduate Diploma with a minimum classification of Merit in the relevant areas from Bayero University, Kano.

7. Candidates for admission into MBCL shall possess:

• A minimum of a Good Second Class Degree in Law or the Social Sciences from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognized University.
• A Degree in Law or the Social Sciences plus University Postgraduate Diploma with minimum classification of Merit from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognized University.

8. Candidates for admission into PGDM, PGDBF, PGDHE, PGDPPA, PGDSPA, PGDCMPC, PGDMC, PGDDS, PGDE, PGDGC, PGDRTM, PGDHE, PGDDA and PGDIM shall possess a Degree in any discipline from BUK or any other recognized University or HND with a minimum classification of Lower Credit obtained from recognized Institutions.
9. Candidates for admission into PGDEM, PGDLA and PGDSE, shall possess a Degree in Geography, Environmental Sciences, Agriculture and related disciplines or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in the related disciplines.
10. Candidates for admission into PGDAF shall hold a Degree in Accounting or related disciplines obtained from a recognized University or HND with a minimum classification of Lower Credit in Accounting or related disciplines obtained from recognized Institutions.
11. Candidates for admission into PGDTESL must have at least a 3rd class Degree in English or combined honours.
12. Candidates for admission into PGDHS should have at least a 3rd class Degree in Hausa or combined honours or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in the relevant areas obtained from recognized Institutions.
13. Candidates for admission into PGDBS, PGDC and PGDIP shall have a Degree in the relevant Science subjects or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in the relevant areas obtained from recognized Institutions.
14. Candidates for admission into PGDEE, PGDCE and PGDME shall have a Degree in the relevant Engineering areas or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in the relevant engineering areas obtained from recognized Institutions.
15. Candidates for admission into Masters in Public Health must:

• Have MBBS or BDS degree of Bayero University, Kano or an equivalent Medical Degree from a recognised University.
• Be registered with the Nigerian Medical and Dental Council and posses a current practicing license.
• Have at least three years post qualification cognate experience in Medicine or health related area at Federal, State or Local Government Area levels. Those employed in non-governmental organisations, engaged in occupational health services as well as those in the private sector are also eligible.

NB: All candidates for admission into Ph.D, M.Phil, M.A, M.Ed, M.Sc, M.Eng and LLM Programmes must provide records of their Academic Transcripts.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Step 1: Visit the BUK postgraduate application portal on http://mybuk.buk.edu.ng/bukforms2015 Click on the Register Tab on the left navigation panel to go to the Create an Account Page. At the Create an Account page, create an account by providing your First Name, Middle Name, Last Name, Personal Email and Personal GSM Phone Number. A Login credentials (username and password) will be generated for you.
Please take note of them, as you need them for subsequent steps of the application process. Use Login Tab on the left navigation panel to login to your account (using your login credentials) to start/continue your application process.
Step 2: Print your Personalized Payment Invoice and go to any branch of any of the banks listed on the payment invoice nationwide to make a non-refundable payment of Ten Thousand Five Hundred Naira (N10,500.00) Only
Step 3: Return to the Login Page and login with your username and password to fill in the Application Forms:

• Programme Selection Form
• Personal Data Form &
• Qualifications Form

Step 4: Transcript Request Form shall also be filled in addition to the forms listed in Step 3 above.
Step 5: Review all your forms to ensure accuracy of all information before submission.
Step 6: Print an Acknowledgement Slip and keep it safe. The slip will be needed during the collection of admission letter and during registration.

CLOSING DATE
Application ends on Sunday 7th February 2016.

UNIBEN / NILS Postgraduate Programmes Application Form 2015/2016

UNIBEN / NILS Postgraduate Programmes Application Form 2015/2016

The University of Benin (UNIBEN), in affiliation with the National Institute for Legislative Studies (NILS), Abuja, offers programmes leading to the award of masters degrees in Legislative Studies and Legislative Drafting.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the legislative Postgraduate programmes of the University of Benin / National Institute for Legislative Studies.

The University of Benin awards the degrees while the programmes are run at the facilities of the National Institute for Legislative Studies in Abuja by academic staff of the two institutions and renowned practitioners in the democratic and legislative process.

THE POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES OFFERED
Masters Programmes:

• Masters in Legislative Studies (MLS)
• Masters in Legislative Drafting (MLD)
• Masters in parliamentary administration

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Candidates are to purchase application forms online with any valid VERVE OR MASTER ATM OR CASH CARD for the sum of N12,050.00.

1. Go to the www.uniben.edu and click on Student Portal
2. Under applicants menu, Select the NILS POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2015/2016
3. Fill out the required information correctly following instructions given on application page,
4. Attach a recent coloured passport photograph.
   Note: Only Passport with RED BACKGROUND is accepted
5. Male the required payments using any valid ATM card from any commercial bank in Nigeria. This is done by creating a ticket under payments and then using COLLEGEPAY; provide the relevant card details to facilitate the payment.
6. You can SAVE your application and come back to it as many times as required before FINAL SUBMIT. Use your application login and password to log back in at any time.
7. Submit application online after ensuring that you are satisfied with information provided.

PLEASE NOTE:
The following documents will be printed out from the Website:-

• APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SLIP
• REFEREE
• TRANSCRIPT REQUEST FORMS.

Any form not properly filled will not be treated.
CLOSING DATE:
All application processes must be completed on or before Monday 29th February, 2015.

ABU Zaria Postgraduate Admission List 2015/2016

ABU Zaria Postgraduate Admission List 2015/2016

The Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria has published the list of candidates offered provisional admission into the various postgraduate (part-time & full-time) programmes for the 2015/2016 academic session.

The admission status can now be accessed online on the ABU Zaria postgraduate portal.

How to Check ABU Zaria Postgraduate Admission list:
Follow the steps below to check postgraduate admission status on Abu portal;
1) Visit the ABU Zaria postgraduate portal via the link below;
>>https://abu.edu.ng/pgadmission/tblpgadmission_list.php
2) Search for your name with your App No., Reg No. and Surname.

INSTRUCTIONS TO ADMITTED STUDENTS
Admitted students are to collect their admission letters at the School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS) Auditorium as from Monday, 11th January, 2016 and proceed for screening exercise with original credentials to your Faculty Board Room between 10:00am to 2:00pm (11th Jan.-Feb. 5th, 2016). Go to Room B26 (SPGS) for verification of O-level results (if necessary).

Pay Acceptance Fee of N5,500, Publication fee of N5,000 and Orientation Fee of N1,500.00 to the ABU Microfinance Bank Desk Officer at Room B20, SPGS. Take your Tellers to Room B10 (SPGS) to obtain your Acceptance Form and SPGS Publications. Wait for the uploading of your name and number on the portal to commence registration. Once uploading is completed proceed to pay your school fees at ANY of the designated Banks and register your courses after confirmation with your Department.

Submit your File at the Records Office of SPGS after Departmental Registration. Late submission of your file the SPGS attracts a penalty of N5000.00. Return to collect your endorsed forms after 48hrs. Make copies of the Registration form for the Dept, Faculty and also keep personal copy.

Registration closes on 5th February, 2016. Direct any Enquiries to the office of the Secretary, SPGS
Secretary SPGS

BUK Postgraduate Admission List 2015/2016 is Out

BUK Postgraduate Admission List 2015/2016 is Out

The general public is hereby informed that the Bayero University Kano (BUK) first batch postgraduate admission list for 2015/2016 academic session is now available.

Candidates are to check their admission status from the pdf document below;

DOWNLOAD PDF

Note: The document can best be viewed with a computer or a pdf enabled device.

NB: The School of Postgraduate Studies wishes to inform all candidates that collection of Admission Letters will begin from 4th January, 2016.

FUNAAB Supplementary Postgraduate Admission Form 2015/2016

FUNAAB Supplementary Postgraduate Admission Form 2015/2016

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, (FUNAAB) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for supplementary admission into the Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and Doctor of Philosophy Degree Programmes for the 2015/2016 academic session.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for admission to the Postgraduate Diploma Programme, candidates must be first degree holders in a relevant discipline from any recognized University. In general, all applicants must satisfy basic UME/UTME requirements for Bachelor's degree. Holders of HND, Upper Credit and above, with a minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience could also apply.

Candidates for Masters Degree Programme, must be graduates of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta or any other University recognized by the Senate and shall normally have obtained a minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) degree, (with a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.50 on a scale of 5.00) in relevant field. However, candidates with Second Class Lower Degree with a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0 on a scale of 5.0 in relevant field may be considered. Candidates for MICT programme should possess Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science or B.Sc. Physical Sciences/Engineering and Allied Disciplines. Prior computing or IT exposure is beneficial but not essential.

To be eligible for admission to the MBA (Agric-Business) degree programme, candidates must be holders of Bachelor's degree from a recognized University or HND (Upper Credit minimum) with a Postgraduate Diploma in any discipline.

MEMP, MEM & MEMP/Ph.D applicants must have credit in English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics at Senior School Certificate Level. MEM is a three-semester terminal/professional programme designed for captains of industries with at least five years of cognate experience, while MEMP is an academic Master's degree.

To be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy degree programme, candidates must have obtained a Master's degree from FUNAAB or its equivalent from any other University recognized by Senate. Holders of one year degree of Master's are expected to undergo a conversion examination after the first session before proceeding to a Ph.D programme.

NOTE:

• Ph. D (Doctor of Philosophy) Degree Programme: Full time (FT) - 6 Semesters
• Part Time (PT) - 8 Semesters
• MASTERS PROGRAMMES: Full time (FT) - 4 Semesters Minimum & Maximum of 8 Semesters
• Part time (PT) - 8 Semesters Minimum & Maximum of 12 Semesters
• PGD PROGRAMMES: Full Time (FT) - 2 Semesters
• Part Time (PT) - 4 Semesters

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Applicants should visit the PG Application portal (pg.funaab.edu.ng or pgschool.unaab.edu.ng) to commence the process of application. Application cost is Fifteen Thousand Naira (N15,000:00) only exclusive of Bank Charges

Closing date for online Submission of Application for Masters and PGD programmes is close on Friday, January 8th, 2016. Application for Ph.D. is open all year round. Successful applicants will be contacted by e-mail or telephone.

LAUTECH Postgraduate Admission Form 2015/2016 is Out

LAUTECH Postgraduate Admission Form 2015/2016 is Out

The management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomosho invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Postgraduate Programmes for the 2015/2016 academic session.

A. AVAILABLE PROGRAMMES

(1) FACULTY OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES

(a) Department of Agricultural Economics
(i) M.Tech in Agricultural Economics
(ii) M.Phil and PhD in Agricultural Economics

(b) Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Agricultural Extension
(ii) M.Tech in Agricultural Extension
(iii) M.Phil and PhD in Agricultural Extension

(c) Department of Animal Nutrition and Biotechnology
(i) M.Tech in Animal Nutrition and Biotechnology
(ii) M.Phil and PhD in Animal Nutrition and Biotechnology

(d) Department of Animal Production and Health
(i) M.Tech in Animal Production and Health
(ii) M.Phil and PhD in Animal Production and Health

(e) Department of Crop and Environmental Protection
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Crop and Environmental Protection
(ii) M.Tech in Crop and Environmental Protection
(iii) M.Phil and PhD in Crop and Environmental Protection

(f) Department of Crop Production and Soil Science
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Crop Production and Soil Science
(ii) M.Tech in Crop Production and Soil Science
(iii) M.Phil and PhD in Crop Production and Soil Science

(2) FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

(a) Department of Biochemistry
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Biochemistry
(ii) M.Tech in Biochemistry
(iii) M.Phil and PhD in Biochemistry

(b) Department of Chemical Pathology
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Pathology
(ii) M.Sc in Chemical Pathology
(iii) M.Phil and PhD Degree

(c) Department of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
(ii) M.Sc in Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
(iii) M.Phil and PhD

(d) Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacology and Therapeutics
(ii) M.Sc in Pharmacology and Therapeutics
(iii) M.Phil and PhD

(3) FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

(a) Department of Agricultural Engineering
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Agricultural Engineering
(ii) M.Tech in Agricultural Engineering
(iii) PhD in Agricultural Engineering

(b) Department of Chemical Engineering
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering
(ii) M.Tech in Chemical Engineering
(iii) PhD in Chemical Engineering

(c) Department of Civil Engineering
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering
(ii) M.Tech in Civil Engineering
(iii) M.Phil and PhD in Civil Engineering

(d) Department of Computer Science and Engineering
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering
(ii) M.Tech in Computer Science
(iii) M.Phil and PhD

(e) Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Electronic and Electrical Engineering
(ii) M.Tech in Electronic and Electrical Engineering
(iii) M.Phil and PhD

(f) Department of Food Science and Engineering (i) Postgraduate Diploma in Food Science and Engineering (ii) M.Tech in Food Science and Engineering
(iii) M.Phil and PhD

(g) Department of Mechanical Engineering
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
(ii) M.Phil and PhD in Mechanical Engineering

(4) FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

(a) Department of Architecture
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture
(ii) M.Tech in Architecture
(iii) M.Phil in Architecture
(iv) PhD in Architecture

(b) Department of Urban and Regional Planning
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Regional Planning
(ii) M.Tech in Urban and Regional Planning
(iii) M.Phil and PhD

(5) FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

(a) Department of Management and Accounting
(i) M.Tech in Management and Accounting
(ii) M.Phil and PhD in Management and Accounting

(b) Department of Transport Management
(i) M.Tech in Transport Management
(ii) M.Phil and PhD

(6) FACULTY OF PURE AND APPLIED SCIENCES

(a) Department of Pure and Applied Biology
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Biology
(ii) M.Tech in Microbiology
(iii) M.Tech in Environmental Biology
(iv) M.Phil in Botany, Zoology and Microbiology
(v) PhD in Botany, Zoology and Microbiology

(b) Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry
(i) PhD

(c) Department of Pure and Applied Physics
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Physics
(ii) M.Tech in Pure and Applied Physics
(iii) M.Phil and PhD

(d) Department of General Studies
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work
(ii) M.Sc. in Social Work

B. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to departmental and UME requirements, Candidates must also possess the qualifications
specified hereunder:

(i) Postgraduate Diploma Programme:
For Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Programmes, Candidates must possess Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc), Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A) degree with at least 3rd Class in relevant discipline or Higher National Diploma Certificate (HND) in relevant discipline with at least lower credit pass.
(ii) Master Degree Programmes:
Candidates must possess a good honours degree not below 2nd Class Lower of LAUTECH or any other recognised University. Candidates with 3rd Class honours and a Postgraduate Diploma with a minimum weighted score of 60% from LAUTECH or any other recognised University may also be considered for admission provided the University matriculation requirement is satisfied.
(iii) For admission to the M.Phil and PhD programmes, Candidates must have a minimum score of 50% and 60% respectively in the Master Degree. Applicants for PhD may be required to commence with M.Phil and convert to PhD when appropriate.

C. DURATION OF PROGRAMMES
FULL-TIME
(i) Postgraduate Diploma
Minimum of two (2) semesters
(ii) Master
Minimum of four (4) semesters
(iii) M.Phil
Minimum of four (4) semesters
(iv) PhD
Minimum of six (6) semesters

PART-TIME
(i) Postgraduate Diploma
Minimum of three (3) semesters
(ii) Master
Minimum of six (6) semesters
(iii) M.Phil
Minimum of six (6) semesters
(iv) PhD
Minimum of eight (8) semesters

D. METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Form Fee: N20,000 (excluding the bank charge). Payment Method: Payments will be made using INTERSWITCH ENABLED DEBIT Cards (ATM Cards) Application Website:- www.pgschool.lautech.edu.ng/application. Complete the form and print.

E. CLOSING DATE:
Printed application form with certified photocopy of Certificates, Diplomas including ‘O’ Level Certificates, Transcript and other relevant documents should reach the Secretary, The Postgraduate School, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso not later than Sunday, January 31, 2016.

CRUTECH Postgraduate Application Form 2015/2016

CRUTECH Postgraduate Application Form 2015/2016

Crutech postgraduate admission form 2015 is now out. Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Postgraduate programmes in the 2015/2016 Academic Year leading to the award of Postgraduate Diplomas (PGD) and Postgraduate Degrees of Master of Science (M.Sc.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) of the Cross River University of Technology, (CRUTECH) in the following Faculties/ Departments.

1. FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
Courses of study leading to the award of Postgraduate Diplomas, Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees are available in the following Departments as indicated below:
DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES AND AQUATIC SCIENCES
(a)  Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences               –         PGD, M. Sc., Ph. D
DEPARTMENT OF  FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
(a)  Forestry and Wildlife Resources Management         –      PGD

2. FACULTY OFTECHNOLOGY
Courses of study leading to the award of Postgraduate Diplomas and Master of Science degrees are available in the Department of Mass Communication:
DEPARTMENT OF MASS COMMUNICATION
a)   Mass Communication      –   PDG, M. Sc.

3. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
Courses of study leading to the award of Postgraduate Diplomas, degrees are available in the Department of
Electrical/Electronics Engineering.
DEPARTMENTOF ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS  ENGINEERING
(i)  Power Systems and Machines                          –    PGD
(ii)  Electronic Communication Engineering               –     PGD
(iii) Control Systems Engineering                           –    PGD

4. FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Courses of study leading to the award of Postgraduate Diplomas, Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees are available as in indicated in the following Departments:
DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE
i)   Architecture  –  PGD
DEPARTMENT OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT
Estate Management –    PGD.
DEPARTMENT OF VISUAL ARTS  AND TECHNOLOGY
i) Visual Arts Technology PGD, MA (Arts Education) and MFA

ADMISSION  REQUIREMENTS:
GENERAL
Candidates seeking for admission into all the programmes of the Cross River University of Technology must possess a minimum of 5 credits including English Language and Mathematics and three  other relevant subjects obtained at not more that two sittings. Candidates with ‘0’ Level Examination results for 2009 or before must present original copies of their certificates. Statements of results and/or Result Slips will not be accepted.
In all cases, written letters of permission from employers are necessary requirements for workers seeking for admission.
In  addition to the general requirements, candidates are expected to fulfill the specific requirements in their chosen areas of study for the different programmes as follows:
(A) DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES
(i) A Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of third class honours in the relevant field of study from the Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH) or any other University recognized by the senate of CRUTECH.
(ii) A Higher National diploma (HND)  at a minimum of Lower Credit level in the relevant field of study obtained from any Institution accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and recognized by the Senate of CRUTECH.
(iii) Additional provisions for admission into some programmes are as follows:
Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering (PGD –EE)
A Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of second class, lower division in Physics, Mathematics and/or Physics/Electronics  obtained from CRUTECH or any other University recognized by the Senate of CRUTECH may also be accepted.
(B) MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMMES
(i) A Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of Second class, Lower division Level (with a minimum cumulative Grade Point average,  CGPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 point scale or 3.00 on a 5 – point scale) in the relevant field or its equivalent obtained from CRUTECH or any other University recognized by the Senate of CRUTECH.
(ii)  A Bachelor’s degree at a minimum of third class honours plus a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) (with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 point scale or 3.00 on a 5.0 point scale) in the relevant field obtained from CRUTECH or any other University recognized by the Senate of CRUTECH.
(iii) A Higher National Diploma (HND) at a minimum of Lower Credit level (minimum CGPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 point scale or 3.00 on a 5.0 point scale) in the relevant field of study obtained from any Institution accredited by NBTE and recognized by the Senate of CRUTECH plus a Postgraduate Diploma  (minimum CGPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 point scale or 3.0 on a 5. Point scale) in the relevant field of study obtained from CRUTECH or any other University recognized by the Senate of CRUTECH.

SPECIAL CASE
(i) M. Sc. Degree in Mass Communication
A Bachelor’s degree at a  minimum of Second Class, Lower  Division (minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5 – point scale) in any field of Communication (Journalism, Agricultural Journalism, Mass Communication, Communication Studies, Communication Arts, etc) from CRUTECH or any other University recognized by the Senate of CRUTECH.
(ii) Candidates with a lower CGPA may be admitted based on outstanding professional practice, evidence of which must be provided as part of the admission process.
Available M. Sc. Research Areas include:
•Organizational Communication
•International Communication
•Communication Law and Regulation
•News Media Communication
•Political Communication
•Strategic Communication
•Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC)**
** A specialized programme jointly run by Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH)-and C-Change Nigeria, in collaboration with the University of Ohio. C- Change Nigeria is an Abuja-based International Agency funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) through a Washington-based Organization – Family Health International (FHI).

DURATION OF PROGRAMMES
Postgraduate Programmes are undertaken either Full-time or Part-time. All Postgraduate programmes begin with classroom course work and end with project work for Postgraduate Diplomas or thesis/dissertations for Master of Science (MSc. Or M. Sc.),, Master of Arts (MA. Or M. A.), Master of Fine Arts( MFA or M. F. A.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph D. Or  Ph. D.) Degrees.
(A) Full Time Studies
The duration for full-time studies varies depending on the nature of the programme:
(i) Post Graduate Diplomas: For any of the Postgraduate Diploma Programmes, a registered candidate shall spend a minimum of 12 calendar months (one academic session) and not more than 24 months within which period he/she will be expected to satisfy all the requirements for the award of the Postgraduate Diploma.
(ii) Master of Science, Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts of Technology Degrees: For any of the listed Masters’ Programmes, a registered candidate shall spend a minimum of 18 calendar months and not more than 24 months within which period he/she will be expected to satisfy all the requirements for the award of the Master’s Degree.
(B) PART-TIME STUDIES
The duration for Part time studies takes much longer time than the full-time programmes. In all cases, part time studies are expected to run for at least one and a half times the minimum period that is stipulated for equivalent full time studies.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Prospective applicants should log in to www.crutech.edu.ng and browse the available courses, options and requirements before making any payments.
Interested candidates are required to obtain the application forms using the following   guidelines:
A.Pay the sum of Ten thousand Naira ( N10,000.00) only at CRUTECH Community Microfinance Bank, Please note that CRUTECH will not be liable for any payment made into any account in any bank other than the designated bank.
B. Prospective candidates shall be required thereafter to approach The Postgraduate School,         CRUTECH, where they exchange their Bank Tellers (indicating payment of the prescribed non-refundable application fees) for CRUTECH official receipts that will entitle them to collect Application Forms, and  Transcript Request Forms.
C. Applicants are advised to dispatch the Transcript Request Forms to their former Institutions/Universities and to complete their Application Forms properly to meet submission requirements.
D. Applicants are advised to ensure that each completed Application Form is accompanied with the following documents:
1. Evidence of payment of the N10,000.00 (non-refundable application fee) for the purchase the application form at the bank (Clean photocopy of CRUTECH receipt);
2. Three completed referee report forms (at least one from candidate’s former institution and/or present Employer),  no application forms shall be considered without the three completed referees’ reports;
3. Photocopies of qualifying certificates, including 0′ Level certificates. Original certificates must be
presented for sighting/screening on admission. Awaiting Results documents are not admissible;
4. Transcript(s) from the applicant’s former institutions/Universities. No Application forms shall be considered
without the Transcripts of the candidate;
5. Applicant’s National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Discharge Certificate or Exemption letter;
6. Evidence of Release (EOR) by your Employer, for Candidates who are workers, but are applying for full-time studies.
7. Permission to undertake a programme of study by your employer for candidates who are workers but are applying for part-time studies.

SUBMISSION
Duly Completed Application Forms with all the required attachments and/or inclusions are to be forwarded/submitted in duplicate, in one large brown envelope addressed to:

The Deputy Registrar/Secretary
The Postgraduate School,
Cross River University of Technology,
Calabar, Cross River State,
P.M.B. 1123,
Ekpo Abasi Street,
Calabar,
Cross River State,
Nigeria.

CLOSING DATE
The deadline for the submission of completed Application Forms is Monday, 12th October, 2015. Any Application Form(s) that is received after the above date will not be considered.