Kaduna State University Postgraduate Application Forms – 2024 Admission

Are you considering pursuing postgraduate studies at Kaduna State University (KASU)? This blog post will guide you through the admission requirements and application procedure in simple language. Whether you’re eyeing a Postgraduate Diploma, Academic Master Degree, Professional Master Degree, or a Doctor of Philosophy, we’ve got you covered.

Admission Requirements:

a. Postgraduate Diploma Programmes:

To be eligible, you need:

• Five credit passes in English Language and Mathematics at ‘O’ Level within two sittings.
• A relevant Bachelor’s Degree with at least Third Class or a Bachelor’s degree with Second Class (Lower Division) in an unrelated field may be considered.
• Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Merit in a related field.

b. Academic Master Degree Programmes:

Candidates must have:

• Five credit passes in English Language and Mathematics at ‘O’ Level within two sittings.
• A First Degree from KASU or any recognized university in a relevant field with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division).
• Postgraduate Diploma with a CGPA of not less than 3.50.

c. Professional Master Degree Programmes:

Requirements include:

• Five credit passes in English Language and Mathematics at ‘O’ Level within two sittings.
• A First Degree from KASU or any recognized university in a relevant field with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division).
• Third Class Degree or HND and a Postgraduate Diploma with a CGPA of not less than 3.50.

d. Doctor of Philosophy Programmes:

Candidates must possess:

• Five credit passes in English Language and Mathematics at ‘O’ Level within two sittings.
• First Degree in a relevant field with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division).
• Masters Degree in the proposed field of study with a minimum CGPA of 3.50.

Application Procedure:

Follow these simple steps to apply:

1. Visit the KASU online application portal: forms.kasu.edu.ng.
2. Click on the “School of Postgraduate Studies” button.
3. Create a profile by providing a username and password (sent to your email).
4. Log in with your profile details.
5. Fill out the application form.
6. Print the completed form and submit it to the Postgraduate School. Only submitted documents will be considered for admission.

Application Deadline:

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

FAQs:

Q: Can I apply for a Postgraduate Diploma if my first degree is not related to the field I’m applying for? A: Yes, you can. KASU considers candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field, but a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) is required.

Q: What should I do if offered provisional admission? A: Candidates offered provisional admission need to provide transcripts and original credentials during registration.