FULOKOJA Postgraduate Admission Form Is Out – 2023

Are you ready to embark on a transformative academic journey? The Federal University Lokoja invites qualified candidates to apply for the 2022/2023 Academic Session Full-Time/Part-Time Postgraduate Programmes. Whether you’re pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s degree, or a Ph.D., the university offers a diverse range of programs across various faculties. Here’s your comprehensive guide to the available programs and admission requirements:

Faculty of Arts

a. Department of English & Literary Studies

• PGD in Print Journalism, Broadcasting, Public Relations, Advertising, Corporate Communication, Peace Linguistics, Translation, Home Video Production, Public Speaking and Rhetoric.
• M.A. in English Language, Literature-in-English
• Ph.D. in English Language, Literature-in-English

b. Department of History & International Studies

• PGD in Peace and Conflict Studies (PGDPCS)
• Master in Peace & Conflict Studies (MPCS)
• M.A. in History & International Studies
• Ph.D. in History & International Studies

Faculty of Social Sciences

a. Department of Geography

• PGD in GIS and Remote Sensing
• M.Sc. in Geography
• Ph.D. in Geography

b. Department of Political Science

• PGD in Political Science
• M.Sc. in Political Science, International Relations and Strategic Studies
• Master in Public Policy and Administrative Studies (MPPAS)
• Ph.D. in Political Science

c. Department of Economics

• PGD in Economics (specializations: Development and Planning, Taxation)
• M.Sc. in Economics
• Ph.D. in Economics

Faculty of Science

a. Department of Mathematics

• PGD in Mathematics
• M.Sc. in Mathematics
• M.Phil. in Mathematics
• Ph.D. in Mathematics

b. Department of Computer Science

• PGD in Computer Science
• M.Sc. in Computer Science
• Ph.D. in Computer Science

c. Department of Geology

• PGD in Geology
• M.Sc. in Geology (specializations: Hydrogeology, Applied Geophysics, Mineral Exploration, Sedimentology and Petroleum Geology)
• M.Phil./Ph.D. and Ph.D. in Geology

d. Department of Chemistry

• PGD in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry
• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry

e. Department of Physics

• PGD in Physics (specializations: Industrial Physics, Radiation & Health Physics)
• M.Sc. in Physics (specializations: Solid-State Physics/Material Science, Nuclear Physics, Theoretical Physics, Communication Physics, Space Physics)
• Ph.D. in Physics (specializations: Solid-State Physics/Material Physics, Nuclear Physics, Theoretical Physics, Communication Physics, Space Physics)

f. Department of Biology

• PGD in Fisheries & Aquaculture, Environmental and Conservation Biology
• M.Sc. in Biology (specializations: Environmental Biology, Conservation Biology, Applied Parasitology)
• Ph.D. in Biology (specializations: Environmental Biology, Conservation Biology, Applied Parasitology)

g. Department of Statistics

• PGD in Statistics

Admission Requirements

(a) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) The PGD program requires a minimum of two (2) semesters and a maximum of four (4) semesters. Applicants must have a first degree not below third class or HND not below lower credit in relevant disciplines. In addition, candidates must possess credits in English Language and Mathematics at O’level, including three (3) relevant subjects.

(b) Master Degree (Academic and Professional) The Master’s degree program spans a minimum of 4 semesters (full-time) or 6 semesters (part-time). Admission criteria include a second-class division or its equivalent, a relevant Postgraduate Diploma, or a third-class Bachelor’s degree with a relevant Postgraduate Diploma. Candidates must also have five (5) relevant O’Level credits, including English and Mathematics.

(c) Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) The M.Phil. program, available only to full-time candidates, runs for a minimum of two (2) semesters and a maximum of four (4) semesters. Conversion to Ph.D. is possible with a CGPA not less than 4.00 at the end of the first session. Eligibility criteria include a Master’s degree with a CGPA below 2.5 (4-point scale) or 3.5 (5-point scale) in a proposed area of study.

(d) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) The Ph.D. program runs for a minimum of six (6) semesters and a maximum of ten (10) semesters. Applicants should hold a good Master’s degree (Academic) with a CGPA not less than 4.0 (5-point scale) or 3.0 (4-point scale) appropriate to the proposed area of study.

How to Apply

Visit the University’s website at www.fulokoja.edu.ng for detailed information on the application process.

Embark on a journey of academic excellence at Federal University Lokoja. Apply now to join a community dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation. Your future begins here!