Posted on: Tue 19-11-2024

Application are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for admissions into the underlisted postgraduate programme of the College of Postgraduate Studies, Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State for the 2024/2025 Academic Session:

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

Department of Biological Sciences

• Postgraduate Diploma (PGD} in Biology
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology (Conservation Biology}
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology (Environmental Biology)
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology (Parasitology)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.0.) in Biology (Conservation Biology)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Biology (Environmental Biology}
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology (Parasitology)

Department of Community Health and Medicine

• Master in Public Health and Promotion

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

The Postgraduate Diploma Programme lasts for a minimum of two (2) Semesters and a maximum of four (4) Semester, An applicant must possess a first degree not below a Third Class or an HND not below Lower Credit in a related discipline from a recognized institution, along with an NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. A candidate must also have credits in English Language, Mathematics, and three (3) other relevant subjects at the O' Level.

Master's Degree (Academic and Professional)

The Master's Degree Programme is available for both Full-time and Part-time candidates. Full-time candidates are required for a minimum of four (4) Semesters and a maximum of six (6) Semesters, while Part-time candidates require a minimum of six (6) Semesters and a maximum of eleven (11} Semesters. All Master's Degree programmes include coursework. The following individuals may qualify for admission:

• Graduates of Federal University Lokoja or other recognized institutions who have earned a Bachelor's Degree with at least a Second-Class Division or equivalent. Candidates with a University Degree and a relevant Postgraduate diploma from FUL or other recognized institutions, with at least a credit pass, may also qualify.
• Candidates with a Third-Class Bachelor's Degree and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma,
• Candidates with unclassified degrees averaging "C" or 50. and above, who may be required to take qualifying tests,
• Candidates must have five (5) relevant O Level credits, including English and Mathematics.
• NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate,
• Candidates may need to pace a Departmental Examination to determine their suitability for postgraduate studies.
• Candidates with other acceptable qualifications approved by the University Senate.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

The Ph.D. program runs for a minimum of six (6) Semesters and o Maximum of ten (10) Semesters, Relevant courses may be prescribed, and a thesis is required at the end of the programming. The following individuals may qualify for admission.

• Graduates at Federal University Lokoja or other recognized institutions who have obtained a good Master's degree (Academic) with a CGPA of not less than 4.0 on a 6-point scale or 3.0 on a 4- 4-point scale, appropriate to the proposed area of study.
• Graduates of Federal University Lokoja of other recognized institutions with a Master of Philosophy degree relevant to the proposed area of study
• In addition, candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Second Class Lower Division.
• Candidates must possess five (5) relevant O’ Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
• NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate.
• Candidates with other acceptable qualifications approved by the University Senate

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates are advised to apply online by visiting the University's website at [www fulokoja.edu ng] (http://www.fulokuja.edu.ng). Follow the link to the Postgraduate Studies Portal, fill in the required details, and submit the application form. For inquiries, Contact 08036490364, 08050606008, or 08036267983, or Email:[email protected]

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