Delta State University, Abraka Postgraduate Application Forms – 2024 Admission

Are you aspiring to pursue postgraduate studies at Delta State University, Abraka? Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate through the application process for the 2024/2025 academic session.

Admission Requirements:

1. General Requirements:
   • Candidates must possess a degree or its equivalent from a Senate-recognized institution.
   • Five (5) credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics in WASC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB at not more than two sittings are required.
   • A pass in either English or Mathematics is not acceptable.
   • ACE and TC II are not considered equivalent to WASC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB.
2. Ph.D. Programme:
   • Candidates must have obtained a weighted average score of at least 60% overall.
3. Academic Master Degree (M.Sc., M.Ed., M.A., LL.M.):
   • Holders of bachelor’s degrees in the relevant discipline from Delta State University or any other accredited university are eligible.
   • At least a “Second Class Honours (Lower Division)” degree recognized by the Senate is required.
4. Professional Master Degree:
   • Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from Delta State University or any other accredited university.
   • A minimum of a “Second Class Honours (Lower Division)” degree recognized by the Senate or a Higher National Diploma with Upper Credit is required.
5. Postgraduate Diploma:
   • Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline.
   • At least a “Third Class Honours” degree or a Higher National Diploma (Lower Credit) recognized by the Senate is acceptable.

Application Procedure:

1. Visit the official DELSU portal to complete the 2024/2025 PG Admission Form online.
2. Generate an application virtual pin by paying N31,000.00 at any of the following designated banks:
   • UBA,
   • Zenith Bank,
   • Unity Bank,
   • Fidelity Bank.
3. Upload scanned copies of the following documents in PDF format:
   • Transcript of all previous qualifications obtained.
   • WASC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB Certificate (not TC II).
   • NYSC Certificate or Exemption/Exclusion Certificate obtained from the NYSC Office only.
   • A 3–5 page research proposal indicating the area of research interest (for Ph.D. candidates).
4. Read the instructions on the official website before completing the Application Form.

Additional Tips:

• Download transcript forms and forward them to your previous institutions.
• Keep an eye out for the list of provisionally admitted candidates published in the Postgraduate School at Abraka Campus.

Important Dates:

• The closing date for submission of application forms is yet to be announced.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q1: Can I apply with a pass in either English or Mathematics? A1: No, a pass in either English or Mathematics is not acceptable. Both subjects require a minimum of a credit pass.

Q2: What is the application fee, and where can I pay it? A2: The application fee is N31,000.00, payable at UBA, Zenith Bank, Unity Bank, or Fidelity Bank.

Q3: When will the application deadline be announced? A3: The closing date for submission of application forms is yet to be announced. Keep checking the official website for updates.