This is to inform the general public that the Sale of POST GRADUATE Application Forms for admission into the Graduate Programmes of the University of Port Harcourt in the 2019/2020 academic session is out.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the following Programmes:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the following Programmes
All Humanities Ph.D PrFogrammes require a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale. In addition, candidates must score a minimum of 60% in the admission interview to be found admissible.
Ph.D Comparative Literature
Requirements for MA Comparative Literature Programme:
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 points on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Literature from a recognized University. Graduates in English have to produce evidence of a minimum of two years (four semesters) academic exposure to French or another language of International communication.
African Language
There is a Special African Language requirement for the Comparative Literature Programme. Any candidate who is deficient in speaking, reading or writing an African language will be required to take an appropriate course in the Department of Linguistics and Communication Studies and produce evidence of having passed that course.
Requirements for Ph.D Comparative Literature Programme:
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Literature or M.A. Degree in other related discipline in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
(i) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Theartre & Media Arts
Admission Requirements for PGD Programme in Theatre & Media Arts To qualify for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma programme, a candidate must obtain a first Degree in the disciplines within the Humanities or a first Degree from any other discipline.
(ii) Master of Arts (MA), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the following areas:
Requirements for M.A. Theatre Arts
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree in Theatre Arts with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Theatre Arts from a recognized University.
Requirements for M.A. Theatre & Film Studies
Candidates must obtain a first Degree in Theatre and Media Arts or in a related discipline with a CGPA not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for M.A. Film & Television Studies
Candidates must obtain a first Degree in Film/Television Studies or a related discipline with a CGPA of not less than 3.00on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for Master of Fine Arts (MFA – Professional) Programme in Film & Television Studies
To qualify for admission into MFA (professional) programme, the candidate must obtain a first Degree in a related discipline to Film and TV Studies.
Requirements for Ph.D Theatre Arts
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Theatre Arts in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
Ph.D in Film & Television Studies
Areas of Specialization:
Requirements for Ph.D in Film & Television Studies
Candidates must obtain a Master’s Degree in Film/Television Studies. The following CGPAs and point scales will be used:
The Ph.D programme will run for a minimum of two years and maximum of five years for full-time mode of study and a minimum of three years and maximum of seven years for part-time mode of study.
Ph.D in Theatre and Media Arts
Areas of Specialization:
Requirement for Ph.D in Theatre and Media Arts
Candidates must obtain a first Degree in Theatre Arts. CGPA requirements and duration of programmes are as stated in item a – c above.
Requirements for M.A. English Studies
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in English Studies from a recognized University.
Requirements for Ph.D English Studies
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in English Studies or related discipline with a CGPA of not less than 3.50 on a 5-points scale.
Requirements for M.A. Foreign Languages and Literatures
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Foreign Languages and Literatures from a recognized University or PGD Upper Credit.
Requirements for Ph.D Foreign Languages and Literatures
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Foreign Languages and Literatures in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in History & Diplomatic Studies (PGDHDS)
Qualifications for Admission
To be eligible for admission into Postgraduate Diploma Programme in History and Diplomacy, a candidate must have a good honours Degree not less than Third Class and a CGPA of not less than 1.50 and above in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Law and the Management Sciences.
(ii) Master of Arts (M.A.)and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the following areas:
(a) Social & Political History
(b) Economic History
(c) Diplomatic & International Studies
Qualifications for Admission into the Masters Programme
To qualify for admission into the M.A Degree Programmes of the Department, candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent of the University of Port Harcourt or from any other recognized University in the relevant subjects.
Except for Archaeology/Cultural Heritage Management, candidates from non-History backgrounds will be required to pass through the Department’s Postgraduate Diploma Programme in History and Diplomacy before admission into the MA programmes.
(iii) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) programme
Qualifications for Admission into the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Programme
To be eligible for admission into the Doctor of Philosophy programme in History and Diplomatic studies, a candidate must have an MA/M.Sc Degree with a CGPA of 3.50 and above on a 5-point scale in History from any Nigerian University or abroad. Except for Archaeology, candidates from non-History backgrounds are expected to pass through the Department’s Postgraduate Diploma Programme in History and Diplomatic Studies to be admitted into Ph.D Degree programmes. In addition, candidates will be required to present a written proposal on a thesis topic in their chosen field and score a minimum of 60% in pre-admission oral interview.
Requirements for Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies:
To be eligible for admission into the programme, a candidate must have a good honours Degree in any field from any recognized University. Candidates with HND Upper Credit are also eligible for admission into the PGD Programme. Candidates with pass Degree will not be admitted.
Requirements for M.A. Linguistics & Communication Studies: Candidates wishing to enroll in the Communication component must hold at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or a Lower Credit with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale in Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Communication Studies/Arts. Candidates wishing to enroll in the Linguistics component must possess the same qualifications in Linguistics or a subject with a strong linguistic component.
Requirements for Ph.D Linguistics & Communication Studies
Candidates wishing to enroll in the Communication component must hold at least a Master’s Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.50 on a 5-point scale in Mass Communication, Communication Studies/Arts. Candidates wishing to enroll in the Linguistics component must possess the same qualifications in Linguistics or a subject with a strong linguistic component.
M.A., Ph.D in Philosophy in the following areas:
O’Level Requirements
All candidates must possess O’Level credit passes in five relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics.
Requirements for M.A. Philosophy
Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Philosophy (single honours) or combined honours Degree with Philosophy as a component.
Requirements for Ph.D Philosophy
Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Philosophy with a CGPA of at least 3.50 or its equivalent in addition to the other faculty requirements.
Requirements for PGD in Religious and Cultural Studies:
Candidates must possess good honours Degree in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Law, Management Sciences, and Science from the University of Port Harcourt or any other institution recognized by the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt.
Requirements for MA in Religious and Cultural Studies:
Admission to the MA programme will be open to candidates with the B.A. Degree in Religious and Cultural Studies, Islamic Studies, Theology or other related disciplines such as Philosophy, History, Sociology and Anthropology on a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale, from the University of Port Harcourt or any other institution recognized by the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt
Requirements for Ph.D Religious and Cultural Studies:
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Religious and Cultural Studies in addition to the other faculty requirements.
(a) African Art History
(b) Design History
(c) Painting
(d) Sculpture
(e) Ceramics Design
(f) Graphics & Communication Design with Specialization in Advertising, Printmaking, Animation & Photography.
(g) Textiles & Fashion Design
O’Level Requirements
All candidates must possess a minimum of five O’Level Credit passes which must include English Language and Mathematics in addition to other faculty requirements.
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Requirements for Postgraduate Diploma in Music:
Candidates with first degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 on a 5-point scale in disciplines other than Music, with demonstrative competent potentials for music studies; or graduates with bachelor’s degree in Music with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 on a 5-point scale are eligible to apply. HND holders in Music with appropriate CGPA may be considered. In addition, all applicants into the programme shall be auditioned.
Requirements for Master of Arts in Music:
Candidates with a recognized University bachelor’s degree in Music, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 4-point scale, or as may be stipulated by the School of Graduate Studies from time to time. Bachelor of Church Music (BCM) holders from a recognized theological institution or any other accredited institution may be considered for admission into the M.A. programme if their transcripts reveal that the courses and tutelage covered in the BCM programmes are equivalent to those in Bachelor of Music and Bachelor of Arts in Music programmes of conventional higher Institutions. In cases where remediable deficiencies are discovered in the BCM programmes undertaken, the candidate shall audit relevant courses at the undergraduate level, or go through the PGDM programme.
M.Ed and Ph.D Programmes on Full-Time and Part-Time basis; M.Ed Sandwich (Long Vacation) programme. All Education Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale. All Ph.D
candidates are expected to attend a pre-admission oral interview, at which they are required to defend their written proposals. All Masters candidates must have a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale.
Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
Requirement: Same as Faculty.
Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long
Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
Requirement: Same as Faculty.
Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long
Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
Requirement: Same as Faculty.
Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long
Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
Requirement: Same as Faculty.
Requirements for M.Ed Programme
The following categories of candidates may be admitted on application into the Programme:
Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
(A) M.Sc (Ed) Human Kinetics Areas of Specialization
Requirements
(B) M.Sc (Ed) Health Education
Areas of Specialization
Requirements
(C) Ph.D in the following areas:
Requirements
Candidates must possess either an M.Ed Degree in Human Kinetics and Health Education or other relevant Discipline in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
(a) CENTRE FOR HIGHER EDUCATION STUDIES (CHES)
Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) Full-Time and Part-Time programme.
The programme consists of four areas, namely:
All Social Sciences Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale except Economics and Demography and Population Studies in the Department of Sociology which require a minimum CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for Ph.D Economics:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Economics in addition to the other faculty requirements with a CGPA of 4.00 and above.
(i) PGD Geography and Environmental Management (PGDGEM) (ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in Geography in the following areas:
O’Level Requirements
Requirements for M.Sc in Geographic Information System (GIS): Admission to the M.Sc Degree programme in GIS is open to graduates of this University and other approved universities recognized by Senate with a
minimum of second class Bachelor’s in Science, Social Medicine, Agriculture and Forestry, Environmental Science, Social Sciences and Engineering etc. Work experience in scientific management and policy-oriented establishments will be an added advantage.
Requirements for M.Sc in Watershed and Wetlands Management: Admission to the M.Sc Degree programme in Watershed and Wetlands Management is open to graduates of this University and other approved universities recognized by Senate. They must either hold the Postgraduate Diploma in Geography and Environmental Management with a CGPA of 3.50 and above or a Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Civil, Water and Environmental Engineering, Geological Sciences, Environmental Resource Management, Agriculture and Forestry or Environmental Science with a minimum of second class honours and minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale. Work experience in scientific, management and other related establishments will be an added advantage.
Requirements for Master of Science in Geography and Environmental Management: Cartography option:
To be eligible for admission into the Professional Masters (PM) programme, applicants should have the following:
Requirements for Ph.D in Environmental Management:
Admission to the Ph.D Degree programme is open to graduates of this University who have attained a specific level of performance in the M.Sc programme in GIS, Geography and Environmental Management and related disciplines of the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.50 in a 5-point scale.
Requirements for Ph.D in Disaster Risk Management:
Admission to the Ph.D Degree programme in Disaster Risk Management is open to graduates of this University who have attained a specific level of performance in the M.Sc programme in Disaster Risk Management, Geography and Environmental Management and related disciplines of the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Sociology (PGDS)
Candidates must possess at least a Third Class in Sociology or a minimum of Second Class Honours lower Division in related disciplines in the Social Sciences and Humanities.
Requirement for M.Sc in Sociology
Candidates must possess a B.Sc in Sociology with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 or a PGD in Sociology with CGPA of at least 3.50.
Requirements for Ph.D in Sociology
An M.Sc degree in Sociology with at least 3.50 CGPA is required.
O’Level Requirements
Candidates must have five credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Government or History, Economics and any other Social Science subject.
Requirements for Postgraduate Diploma Programme
Candidates must obtain first Degree from recognized Universities with at least a 3rd class or a minimum CGPA of 1.50 on a 5-point scale.
Candidates for the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration must have at least a CGPA of 1.50 in Public Administration or Political Science and other related disciplines.
Requirements for M.Sc Programme
Candidates must possess a B.Sc Degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 or a Postgraduate Diploma with at least a CGPA of 3.50.
Requirements for Master of Science in Public Administration:
Requirements for Ph.D in Political and Administrative Studies: Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Political and Administrative Studies with a CGPA of 3.50 in addition to other faculty requirements.
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Requirements for PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies:
Requirements for Executive Master’s Degree Programme in PA.
A candidate for the MPA Programme is expected to be a graduate of the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University with at least a Second Class Honours Lower Division, with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5.00-point scale or 4.20 on a 7- point scale. However, candidates with Third Class Degree may be considered provided they have relevant employment experience for five (5) years.
DURATION
The Programme is designed to last for twelve (12) calendar months, consisting of two semesters and field research/report writing and presentation period.
Note: Please go to the Claude Eke School of Government to obtain information on the Application Form Fee and mode of payment
All Science Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale and thesis score not lower than 60% (B). All Ph.D candidates are expected to attend a pre-admission oral interview, at which they are REQUIRED to defend their written proposals.
General Entry Requirements for all programmes:
Candidates must have five O’level credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry (PGDC)
Candidates with at least a Third Class Degree with a CGPA of not less than 1.50 on a 5-point scale can apply. Candidates with HND certificates are not eligible for the PGDC programmes.
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in Pure & Industrial Chemistry in the following areas:
Requirements for M.Sc in Pure & Industrial Chemistry:
Candidates must have a B.Sc in Pure and Industrial Chemistry with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or a PGDC with at least a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for Ph.D in Pure & Industrial Chemistry:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Pure and Industrial Chemistry with a CGPA of at least 3.50 on a 5-point scale in addition to the other Faculty requirements
Requirements for PGD Plant Science and Biotechnology:
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Lower Degree (22) or a strong Third Class (3rd) Bachelors’ Degree in Botany/Plant Science, or any good Honours Degree in Microbiology, Agriculture, Crop Science, Biochemistry, Genetics, Biotechnology or related field (depending on the option of the PGD) from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University within or outside Nigeria. Potential Candidates with HND in relevant fields deemed suitable by the Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology’s Graduate Board of Studies would be considered for the requisite programmes.
General Entry Requirements for all the Programmes:
Candidates must have 5 O’level credits in not more than two sittings in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English Language
Entry Requirements for PGDM:
Candidates must have a B.Sc in Microbiology with a CGPA of 2.00 – 2.99 on a 5-point scale, B.Sc in relevant disciplines e.g. Biochemistry, Plant Science & Biotechnology, Animal & Environmental Biology, Botany, Zoology, Microbiology Technology and Biomedical Technology with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 – 3.99 on a 5-point scale.
Entry Requirements for M.Sc:
Candidates must have a B.Sc Degree in Microbiology with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 – 3.50 on a 5-point scale and a minimum of 4.00 on a 5-point scale in a Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology.
Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Pathogenic Microbiology & Biotechnology
Admission into the M.Sc programme in Pathogenic Microbiology and
Biotechnology shall be open to the following categories of applicant:
Entry Requirements for Ph.D:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in the relevant Microbiology area with a CGPA of at least 3.50 on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for M.Sc in Animal & Environmental Biology:
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree of the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University in the relevant subject (e.g. Zoology, Biology, Crop Science, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Education etc. with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.
Requirements for Ph.D in Animal & Environmental Biology:
Candidates for the Ph.D programme must have a Master’s Degree and should normally have an average of at least 60% or CGPA of 3.50 in the relevant discipline at the Masters level
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For candidates who obtained their Masters exclusively by research assessment, admission will be based on the quality of their thesis. Candidates may be required to attend a pre-admission interview session. Final selection of a candidate shall be based on his/her interview performance and other criteria.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University.
Requirements for M.Sc in Physics:
A minimum of Second Class Lower Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 is required for M.Sc programme of the Department.
M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
Requirements for Ph.D in Physics:
Candidate must have MSc Degree in the relevant field in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
O’Level Requirements
All candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Requirements for PGD in Geology
Requirements for M.Sc in Geology
Candidates must possess a B.Sc degree or its equivalent from the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5 -point scale. Candidates with PGD in Geology must have at least a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale to qualify for admission.
Requirements for Ph.D in Geology
All candidates must have five credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Agricultural Science or Economics.
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in the following areas:
Requirements for PGD Statistics Programme:
Candidates must be holders of the B.Sc Degree in the Sciences or related disciplines obtained from University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University.
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
Requirements for Masters Programme:
Admission to the Master’s Degree Programmes shall be as obtained in general School of Graduate Studies requirements for admission into the M.Sc Programme
Requirements for Ph.D Programme:
All candidates must have five credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and three other related science subjects preferably Physics, Chemistry and Biology at O’level.
Requirements for PGDCS in Computer Science
Candidates with 3rd Class Degree from an approved university with a minimum CGPA of 1.50 on a 5-point scale may be considered for admission. Holders of HND in relevant programmes from approved institutions with at least an upper credit in the sciences or related disciplines may also be considered for admission.
Requirements for M.Sc in Computer Science
Candidates with Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering from an approved University must obtain a minimum of second class lower division with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale. Candidates with PGD in Computer Science must have a minimum CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for Ph.D in Computer Science:
Candidate should have a Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with a minimum of 3.50 on a 5-point scale and a Dissertation score not lower than 60% (B). Candidates with PGD in Computer Science with at least CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale in Master’s Degree and Dissertation score not lower than 60% may be considered.
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology (PGD-SLT)
Areas of Specialization
All candidates require a credit pass in English Language and Mathematics for all the courses. However, candidates who obtained their O’Level Certificates before 2012 without a credit pass in Mathematics or any of the Science subjects but have taken a remedial course in the School of Basic Studies may be considered.
Requirements for PGD Programmme (PGD-SLT)
Candidates must have either a B.Sc, B.Tech or BSLT Degree not lower than a Third Class with minimum CGPA of at least 1.50 or HND with a minimum of Upper Credit in any of the following areas: Biochemistry/Chemistry Laboratory Technology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Medical Biochemistry, Pure and Industrial Chemistry, Pure and Applied Chemistry, Agricultural Technology, Virology Laboratory Technology, Microbiology Laboratory Technology, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, Physiology, Anatomy and
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Pharmacology, Geology, Geology/Mining Laboratory Technology, Mining Science, Mining Engineering Technology and Mineral Resources Engineering Technology, Microbiology, Biology, Biology/Biotechnology Laboratory Technology. Industrial Chemistry/Petrochemical Laboratory Technology, Chemical/Petroleum Laboratory Technology, Food Science Technology, and any of the Science Laboratory Technology Degree obtained from institutions recognized by the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt.
(ii) Master of Science in Laboratory Technology (MSLT)
Areas of Specialization
Requirements for MSLT:
Candidates seeking admission into MSLT in the various options must possess a B.Sc, B.Tech or BSLT with not less than CGPA of 2.40 on a 4-point scale and CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale. Candidates with HND degree must possess Upper Credit and PGD-SLT in addition to a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale in any of the Science Laboratory Technology options.
Admission Requirements for PGD in Crop & Soil Science:
Prospective candidates must possess at least a Third Class Bachelors’ Degree with a minimum CGPA of 1.50 in related fields or HND (Upper Credit) in a relevant agricultural discipline.
Requirements for M.Sc in Crop Protection:
Candidates seeking admission into the programme must have a Bachelor of Agriculture or a Bachelor of Science in Crop Science, Horticulture, Agronomy and Forestry or in related fields from a recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.40 on a 4-point scale.
Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the agricultural disciplines listed above with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or Bachelor’s Degree in a related science with a CGPA of 3.00 plus a PGD in Crop and Soil Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.50.
Fulfill the general requirements as contained in the brochure of the School of Graduate Studies
Requirements for Ph.D in Crop Protection:
Hold M.Agric or M.Sc or M.Phil in Crop Protection, Entomology, Nematology, Plant Pathology or Weed Science of an approved University.
Hold a master’s Degree in the specialized areas specified with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale or 2.80 on a 4-point scale.
Comply with the general regulations, conditions and policies guiding graduate studies as specified by the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Port Harcourt.
Candidates must submit a short research proposal to the Head of Department, at least 2 weeks to the date of interview and present
themselves at the interview. Only candidates who score a minimum of 60% on average at the interview will be recommended for admission.
Requirements for M.Sc in Soil Science:
Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities who have obtained the approved Degree of Bachelor in related fields with at least Second Class Honours Degree, with CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.50 on a 4-point scale.
Appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities with at least a lower credit pass of 3.50
CGPA on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for Ph.D in Soil Science:
Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or of other recognized Universities who have obtained an appropriate Master’s Degree for the proposed area of study with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale or 2.80 on a 4-point scale, provided that satisfactory research work formed part of the Master’s Degree.
Candidates who hold qualifications other than the above, and are acceptable to the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt.
Candidates from recognized Universities where grade point average (CGPA) is not given would be required to have average Master’s Degree score of 60% or above.
Qualified candidates shall present themselves for interview and score at least 60% at the interview to be recommended for admission.
Requirements for M.Sc in Crop Production:
Candidates seeking admission into the programme must:
Have a Bachelor of Agriculture or a Bachelor of Science in Crop Science, Horticulture, Agronomy and Forestry or in related fields from a recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.40 on a 4-point scale.
Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the agricultural disciplines listed above with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or Bachelor’s Degree in a related science with a CGPA of 3.00 plus a PGD in Crop and Soil Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or HND (Upper Credit) in a relevant agricultural discipline. Fulfill the general requirements as contained in the brochure of the School of Graduate Studies.
Requirements for Ph.D in Crop Production:
Hold M.Agric or M.Sc or M.Phil in Agronomy, Crop Physiology, Horticulture/Landscaping, Plant Breeding/Genetics, Crop Protection, Entomology, Nematology, Plant Pathology or Weed Science of an approved University.
Passed the masters’ degree in the specialized areas specified with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale or 2.80 on a 4-point scale.
Comply with the general regulations, conditions and policies guiding graduate studies as specified by the School of Graduate Studies of the University of Port Harcourt.
Candidates must submit a short research proposal to the Head of Department, at least 2 weeks to the date of interview and present themselves at the interview. Only candidates who score a minimum of 60% on average at the interview will be recommended for admission.
Requirements for PGD in Forestry & Wildlife Management:
Candidates must possess at least a second class (Lower Division) Bachelors’ Degree in Forestry or Botany, Biology, Agriculture, Biochemistry, Geology and other related disciplines obtained from any recognized University. In addition, candidates must have the matriculation requirements of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Port Harcourt. Candidates with Third Class Degree may be admitted for a terminal diploma programme (i.e.), they will not be considered for admission to pursue Master’s Degree thereafter.
Requirements for M.Sc in Forestry and M.Sc in Wildlife & Ecotourism Management:
Candidates for admission into M.Sc programme must have a good Bachelor’s
Management. The prospective candidates must possess at least a second class (Lower Division) Bachelors’ Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.00 (on a 5-point scale) in Forestry/Forest Resources Management/Wood Science, Wildlife Management or Agriculture, and other equivalent fields obtained from any University recognized by the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt. Candidates must have full Ordinary Level Certificate with a credit level pass in English Language. In exceptional cases, candidates with Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental/Biological Science or related field who meet the above stated requirements, but have minimal deficiencies in Forestry, may be admitted. Such deficiencies through approved courses recommended by the Departmental Graduate Studies Committee will be audited.
Requirement for Ph.D in Wildlife and Ecotourism Management:
Candidates must have a good Master’s Degree in Wildlife and Ecotourism Management with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale from the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University. In exceptional cases, candidates with Master’s Degree in Forestry, Tourism, Environmental or Biological Science who meet the above stated requirements, but have minimal deficiencies in Wildlife Management and Ecotourism, may be admitted
Requirement for Ph.D in Forestry
Candidates must have a good Master’s Degree in Forestry/Forest Resources Management/Wood Science with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale from the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University. In exceptional cases, candidates with Master’s Degree in Environmental or Biological Science who meet the above stated requirements but have minimal deficiencies in Forestry may be admitted.
(ii)Master of Science (M.Sc) programme in Animal Nutrition and Agricultural Biochemistry.
(iii) Master of Science in Animal Breeding, Genetics and Biotechnology
Options: (a) Livestock Production and Management
Biochemisty
Generally, candidates seeking admission into graduate programmes in Animal Science in the University of Port Harcourt shall normally be graduates of the University or any other similar Institutions recognized by the University. They must possess a first Degree, preferably Bachelor of Agriculture (B. Agric, Animal Science option), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc, Animal Science) or in related area. The Degrees must ordinarily be registrable with the Nigerian Institute of Animal Science (NIAS).
O’Level Admission Requirements:
Candidates must possess a credit pass in Mathematics, English Language, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science and any one of Physics, Economics or Geography at not more than two sittings.
Admission Requirements for PGD in Animal Science
Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Animal Science:
Admission Requirements for Ph.D in Animal Science
Candidate must possess an M.Sc Degree in Animal Science or Animal Production of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized accredited institutions with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.
(i) PGD in Agricultural Economics & Extension
Admission Requirements for PGD in Agricultural Economics &
Extension:
An applicant should be a graduate of University of Port Harcourt, or a graduate from any other University recognized by the Senate of University of Port Harcourt. Candidates seeking admission into the (PGD) programme in agricultural economics and extension shall possess at least a second-class lower Degree in a non-agricultural based discipline or a Third Class Degree in Agricultural Economics and Extension option. Candidates seeking admission with HND must have an upper credit pass. In addition, candidates must possess the matriculation requirements of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Port Harcourt.
Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Agricultural Economics
Candidates seeking admission into the Master of Science Degree programme in Agricultural Economics shall possess:
Technology
Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Agricultural Extension
Candidates seeking admission into the Master of Science Degree programme in Agricultural Extension shall possess:
Admission Requirements:
Areas of Specialization
Admission Requirements:
(a) Farm Management and Production Economics
(b) Agricultural Finance and Project Management
Admission Requirements for Ph.D Programme:
scale or 2.80 on a 4-point scale and a dissertation score not lower than 60% (B) at the M.Sc level.
Areas of Specialization:
(a) Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
Admission Requirements for Ph.D Programme:
(1) PGD in Human Physiology
(2) M.Sc, Ph.D in Human Physiology Special areas:
(a) Membrane Physiology
(b) Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology
(c) Blood Physiology
(d) Nutrition Physiology
Requirements for M.Sc Programmes:
Biochemistry, Anatomy with a CGPA of 3.50 in Postgraduate Diploma in Human Physiology.
(i) M.Sc, Ph.D in Anatomy
Requirements for M.Sc in Human Anatomy:
Requirements for Ph.D inAnatomy:
Candidate must have MSc Degree in Anatomy with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 points on a 5-point scale or its equivalent qualification. Interviews are conducted to assess candidates before admission and final selection is based on interview performance.
(i) PGD in Pharmacology
Candidates must posses a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Honours) in either Biochemistry, Physiology, Anatomy, Biomedical Technology, Nursing, Physiotherapy, radiography, Optometry, Medical
Laboratory Science, any related Biological Science disciplines or a Third class in Pharmacology.
(ii) M.Sc Pharmacology
Requirements for M.Sc in Immunology Programmes:
A minimum of five O’level credit passes including English Language, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.
The course is open to graduates of Medicine, Dentistry, Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Nursing, Biochemistry, Molecular-Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine and Zoology. Candidates who hold a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale in any of the above-mentioned courses, from the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities shall be eligible for admission into the programme (except for the Medical, Dental and Pharmacy graduates whose Degrees are unclassified).
(a) For medically qualified persons with MB.BS, B.Ch or a fellowship in any Medical discipline.
(b) The duration of Course is 18 – 36 months.
The Course work will be taught in two semesters of 12 months while the student will spend the remaining 6 months in a training attachment and a project work.
(c) Area of specialty – Sports Medicine generally, while the project work will be on Sport of interest.
Admission Requirements:
The Programmes will be open to candidates who possess a first Degree in Medicine, Basic Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing and other relevant courses allied to Medicine. In addition candidates must have at least three years post Degree experience and must have completed National Youth Service (NYSC) programme. Candidates for admission into the programme will undergo a selection process and only those who are successful will be admitted into the programme.
To serve the interest and needs of all Medical, Health and allied professions who desire the programme, there is need to simultaneously mount two separate programmes, one for medically qualified graduates and another for non-medically qualified professionals who wish to practice Public Health.
Requirements for Master of Public Health Programme:
Requirements for MSc Public Health Programme:
Areas of Specialization:
Requirements for M.Pharm
Candidates must possess a good first Degree in Pharmacy from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University, not below Second Class Honours with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale. Non pharmacy
may be considered for admission. Such candidates may be required to take remedial undergraduate courses in Pharmacognosy as recommended by the Departmental Graduate Studies Committee.
Requirements for Ph.D
(i) M.Pharm and Ph.D Programmes
Areas of Specialization for M.Pharm:
Requirements for M.Pharm
Candidates must be graduates of Pharmacy from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized Universities with at least a Second Class (Lower Division) or a declassified approved Degree Programme with evidence of good performance in pharmaceutics. Candidates shall be required to satisfy the Department in a selection process.
Areas of Specialization for Ph.D:
Requirements for Ph.D
(i) MSc & Ph.D Toxicology
Areas of Specialization:
(a) Drug Toxicology
(b) Food Toxicology
(c) Medical/Clinical Toxicology
(d) Environmental Toxicology
Requirements for M.Sc Toxicology
Candidates must possess a B.Sc Degree from the University of Port Harcourt or from any other recognized University in any of these disciplines: Biological and Chemical Sciences including (Chemistry, Civil, Agricultural, Chemical and Environmental Engineering), Medical Sciences and Forensic Sciences.
Requirements for Ph.D
Candidates who obtained a minimum CGPA of 3.50 in the relevant written examinations and project on the M.Sc Course in Toxicology of the University of Port Harcourt, or any other recognized University.
Master of Science in Pharmaceutical & Medicinal Chemistry Areas of Specialization
Requirement for M.Sc Pharmaceutical & Medicinal Chemistry Candidates must possess a B.Pharm or Pharm.D Degree of the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved university. Candidates shall also satisfy the general requirements for admission into the postgraduate programme of the University of Port Harcourt.
Note: Please go to the Centre for Medical Research and Training (CENMERT) to obtain information on the Application Form Fee and mode of payment.
Admission Requirements for Postgraduate Diploma Programme in Sports
Duration
The programme is designed to last for two semesters of full time course work.
Admission Requirements for M.Sc Programme in Sports Science
Interested candidates should visit the University of Port Harcourt Sports Institute for further information.
All Engineering Ph.D programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale. Candidates would be required to attend an interview before admission and registration for the programme, and will be required to write a qualifying examination.
Requirements for Faculty of Engineering
(a) Chemical Engineering
(b) Civil Engineering
(c) Electrical/Electronic Engineering
(d) Mechanical Engineering
(e) Petroleum Engineering
Requirements:
Candidates must possess a Second Class Bachelor’s Degree in a chosen Engineering discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.00. The MEM is a Terminal Degree.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related science discipline, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00. The M.Env.T is a
Terminal Degree.
Requirements for PGDCE
Candidates for PGDCE must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Third Class in Chemical Engineering or Second Class lower in any other Engineering discipline.
Duration:
The programme shall last for a minimum of 24 calendar months and a maximum of 60 calendar months of full-time study or 36 calendar months and a maximum of 84 calendar months for part-time study.
Requirement for PGDPE:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Third Class in Petroleum & Gas Engineering or a minimum of Second Class in any related Engineering Discipline.
Requirement for PGDPT:
Candidates with Degrees in Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Geophysics, or Metallurgy with a minimum of Second Class Lower Degree or Third Class with at least five (5) years industrial experience are eligible to apply.
Requirements for PGDME:
Candidates for the Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from a reputable university with a minimum of Third Class Honours for graduates of mechanical or mechatronic engineering, or a minimum of second class lower division for graduates of other related engineering field such as marine engineering, mining engineering, agricultural engineering or chemical engineering.
Candidates for the M.Eng in Mechanical Engineering must possess a good Bachelor’s Degree (B.Eng) or an acceptable Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 (or 3.50 for PGD holders) . Bachelor’s Degree holders from other related field of engineering (such as Marine Engineering, Mining Engineering, Agricultural Engineering or Chemical Engineering) with a minimum of second class upper division may also be considered, but they must be prepared to remedy the deficiencies by taking the recommended Department’s undergraduate and/or Postgraduate Diploma courses in addition
(iii) Ph.D in Mechanical Engineering in the following areas:
Requirements for Ph.D Admission:
To be admitted into the Ph.D Degree programme in Mechanical Engineering,
(ii) Possess a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale or a minimum percentage score of 60% obtained from a recognized University.
(iii) Provide a copy of the Master’s Degree transcript and the details of the referees on his/her academic work and
(d)Be successful (score at least 60%) in a proposal presentation/admission screening interview to be organized by the Department.
O’Level Admission Requirements:
Candidates must possess at least a credit pass in five subjects including Mathematics, English Language, Physics, Chemistry and Biology to be qualified for admission into M.Eng Programme in Civil Engineering.
Admission Requirements for Master of Engineering (M.Eng)
To be admitted into any of the Specializations in the M.Eng (Civil Engineering) Degree Programme, a candidate must possess a minimum of second class (Honours) Degree in Civil Engineering, with a minimum CGPA above 3.00 on a 5-point scale obtained from the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University. Preference will be given to those with a CGPA of 3.50 and above (corresponding to second class Honours Upper Division or First Class).
Admission Requirements for Ph.D
Candidates for Admission into Ph.D Civil Engineering Programme must possess the Master of Engineering or Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University with at least a CGPA) of 3.50 on a 5-point scale (corresponding to an average score of a B grade).
(i) M.Eng. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering in the following areas:
Admission Requirements for M.Eng Programme: Candidates must possess a minimum of Second Class Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale.
Admission Requirements for Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Programme: Candidates must possess a minimum of Second Class Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with at least a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.
All Management Sciences Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale. All Ph.D candidates are expected to attend a pre-admission oral interview, at which they are REQUIRED to defend their written proposals
All Management Sciences programmes require O’level credit pass in English Language, Mathematics, Economics and two other relevant subjects.
Requirements for PGD Programmes:
Candidates must possess at least a Third Class Degree in the field of specialization. Other candidates in related Disciplines must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree or a Third Class. For HND holders, a minimum of upper credit is acceptable in the related discipline.
each candidate must fulfill the following requirements:
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(d) Marketing
Requirements for MBA Programmes:
Candidates must have B.Sc Degree in the field of specialization with a minimum CGPA of 3.00on a 5-point scale in (Accounting, Finance and Banking, Management, Marketing) . Others from related fields must possess at least a 3.50 on a 5-point scale from PGD programmes.
Requirements for MSc Programmes:
Candidates with a minimum of Second Class B.Sc Degree in the field of specialization with minimum CGPA of 3.00on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.
Holders of MBA in Mgt Sciences with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.
Admission Requirements:
Admission Requirements for PGD Programme:
Candidates seeking admission for Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management must have any of the following qualifications from a recognized institution;
MSC in Hospitality Management and Tourism:
Admission Requirements:
Candidates seeking admission for Masters in tourism and Hospitality Management must have any of the following qualifications from recognized institutions:
Requirements for Ph.D Programmes:
Candidates must have M.Sc in the field of specialization (Accounting, Finance and Banking, Management, Marketing) in addition to the other faculty requirements.
(vi) Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
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Requirements for Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Programme: Candidates for the DBA programme must possess an MBA or M.Sc in Accounting, Finance and Banking, Management, and Marketing or in an acceptable and closely related area/discipline. The Master’s programme must have had a Dissertation/Research component.
Candidates are required to have had a minimum of 3.50 on a 5- point scale or 3.00 on a 4-point scale in their master’s programme.
Working experience of two years attained in a middle management position in the corporate world or in an alternative relevant employment will be an added advantage.
The final selection of candidates for the DBA programme shall be based on the candidate’s performance at an interview to be conducted by the Faculty Graduate Studies Committee.
DURATION OF GRADUATE PROGRAMMES A. Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
The Programme is to run on a Full-Time basis to last for a minimum of 12 calendar months and maximum of 24 calendar months and two consecutive long vacation of eight (8) weeks each for sandwich programme.
Full-Time: Minimum of 24 Calendar Months and Maximum of 36 Calendar Months while Part-Time is a Minimum of 36 Calendar Months and a Maximum of 48 Calendar Months.
The Programmes will last for at least 24 Calendar Months.
Full-Time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of 24 calendar months and a maximum of 60 calendar months.
Part-Time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of 36 calendar months and a maximum of 84 calendar months.
Full -time candidates shall be required to spend a minimum of three (3) years and a maximum of five (5) years from the date of first registration.
Part -time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of five (5) years and a maximum of seven (7) years.
GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS O/LEVEL
All candidates require a credit pass in English Language and Mathematics for all the courses. However, candidates who obtained their O’Level
Certificates before 2012 without a credit pass in Mathematics and wish to gain admission into the following Departments are eligible to apply:
Faculty of Humanities
All the Departments in the Faculty of Humanities.
Faculty of Education
All the Departments in the Faculty of Education.
Faculty of Social Sciences
All the Departments in the Faculty of Social Sciences except the Department of Economics.
ALL PGD PROGRAMMES
The minimum requirement for the Postgraduate Diploma Programmes is a Bachelor’s Degree in the related disciplines. Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree or Third Class in the related Discipline. For HND holders a minimum of Upper Credit is acceptable in the relevant Departments.
PGDC
For the Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry (PGDC) Programme, candidates with Third Class need not apply.
MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree of the University of Port Harcourt or any recognized University, in the relevant course with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.
Candidates for the Master’s in Education must have obtained a first Degree in another field and in addition a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) with at least an Upper Credit classification. Candidates for the MBA Programme must possess a strong quantitative background. Candidates with PGD must have a CGPA of 3.50 to register for Master’s Degree in the relevant field
Ph.D PROGRAMMES
Generally, for the Ph.D Programmes, candidates should have a Master’s Degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or 4.00 depending on the Department or its equivalent grade in the relevant discipline at the Master’s level. Admission will be based on interview performance. Ph.D involves course work and qualifying examination.
MD/MS PROGRAMME
Application Fee of Fourteen Thousand Naira (N14,000.00) should be paid online at any of the following Banks: U&C Microfinance Bank, UBA, Fidelity Bank, Access Bank, Eco Bank, First Bank and Sterling Bank.
It is mandatory for every candidate to pay the sum of Six Thousand Naira (N6,000.00) for Prospectus.
Candidates should also visit www.sgs.uniportdatacenter.net/portal/application to download the Application Forms after payment.
Please note that payment for Application Form does not guarantee admission and the application fee is non-refundable.
ENCLOSURES TO ACCOMPANY THE SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION FORMS
Please enclose two copies of the following documents:
For Further inquiries, please contact the following between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
CLOSING DATE
The sale and submission of completed Application Forms with all necessary enclosures will terminate on Thursday, October 31, 2019.
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