Abia State University, 2016/2017 Admission into School of Post-graduate Studies

Posted on: Thu 22-09-2016

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the under-listed Postgraduate Diploma and Higher Degree Programmes of Abia State University in the 2016/2017 Academic session

A. FACULTY OF BIOLOGICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES

1. DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY

POD, M.Sc, MPhil and Ph.D programmes with specialization in:

i. Medical Biochemistry

ii. Nutritional and Toxicology

iii. Toxicology

iv. Environmental Biochemistry

v. Industrial Biochemistry

2. DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY

a. Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology

b. M.Sc and PhD in Microbiology with the following specialization:

i. Industrial Microbiology

ii. Immunology and Immunochemistry

iii. Medical Microbiology

iv. Environmental Microbiology

v. Public Health

B. COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES

a. Postgraduate Diploma in Human Physiology and Pharmacology

b. M.Sc and Ph.D programmes in the following areas:

• Human Anatomy

• Human Physiology

• Environmental Health Sciences:

Options/Specialization

a. Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

b. Environmental Epidemiology and Toxicology

c. Pollution Control Management

d. Solid and Special Waste Management

e. Food Hygiene, Safety and Quality Assurance

f. Vector Control and Pest Management

g. Hygiene Education and Promotion

h. Water Sanitation and Hygiene

i. Radiation Health and Control

j. Environmental Health Laboratory and Instrumentation

k. Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene

I. Occupational and Environmental Pathology (For the Medically Qualified)

m. Environmental Occupational Medicine (For the Medically qualified).

c. M.Sc, and Ph.D in Clinical Optometry and Fellowship of the Nigerian College of Optometrist (FNCO.)

d. Pharmacology:

• M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.D, Ph.D with specialization in:

• Molecular Pharmacology

• Toxicology

• Chemotherapy

• Neuro Pharmacology

• Biochemical Pharmacology

• Clinical Pharmacology

Public Health Programme

1. PGD in Public Health (PGDPH)

2. Master in Public Health (MPH)

3. M.Sc in Public Health

4. Ph.D Public Health

Options:

a. Environmental Health and Safety

b. Epidemiology and Biostatistics

c. Health Promotion

d. Health Economics

e. Health Policy and Administration

f. Community Health

Note: Candidates with a CGPA of less than 4.0 points in a 5.0 point scale (60%) may be required to enroll for the MPH programme with some credit Units before progressing to Ph.D level.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The following constitute the minimum entry requirements to the postgraduate programmes:

1. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

A graduate from recognized university or a person with a qualification adjudged to be equivalent to a first degree may be admitted, provided the matriculation and Departmental requirements of this university are satisfied. A holder of Upper Credit in the HND from a recognized institution may also be admitted.

a. For postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology, applicants must possess one of the following: B.Sc or HND in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Laboratory Technology, Food Science and Technology or Chemistry.

b. For Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacology, applicants must possess B.Sc in allied services from reputable Universities.

2. MASTERS DEGREE PROGRAMME

a. A candidate with a first degree from a recognized University having a minimum of a second class lower division may be admitted, provided the university matriculation and Departmental requirements are satisfied. However, candidates with CGPA of 2.6 points on a 4 point scale or 3.00 points on a 5 point scale and above will be given preference.

b. A candidate with a good postgraduate diploma from a recognized University may also be admitted.

c. Candidates for M.A, and M.ED who do not hold a degree in the relevant field may be required to do the Postgraduate Diploma in the course of study.

d. For the Masters Degree in Surgical Pathology or Human Physiology, applicants most have the M.B.B.S or an equivalent degree obtained from Abia State University or any recognized University. For the Masters Degree Studies in Human Physiology, a good second class honours degree in Physiology is acceptable. In addition, a good degree in a related subject, provided the Physiology content is substantial, will be considered.

e. For MSc in Clinical Optometry, applicants must have the O.D.degree from an accredited university and ODORBN with CG PA of not less than 3.00 points in a 5 Point scale.

3. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Phi)) DEGREE MPhillPh.D

a. Candidates with a good master degree (NOT MBA) in the relevant or related discipline which includes course work and a defended research dissertation from a recognized University may be admitted, provided the university matriculation requirement is satisfied.

b. Candidates with a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 points on a 4 point scale or 4.0 points on a 5 point scale will be given preference. Candidates most have obtained (60%) sixty percent average in both the course work and the Masters Dissertation examined by an External Examiner and involving an oral defence. In addition to These admission requirements. candidates may be required to present themselves for selection test and interview. Candidates with CGPA lower than 3.0 points on a 4 point scale or 4.0 points on a 5 point scale will be required to enroll for the M.Phil/Ph.D.

CREDENTIALS

Photocopies of NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificates, photocopies of all qualifying credentials, including °level must be attached to the completed application forms. Candidates should arrange for their transcripts to be sent directly to the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies. Non-receipt of transcripts in time is at the detriment of the applicant.

DURATION OF STUDIES

Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

a. Full-Time Diploma: Minimum of three semesters and a maximum of six semesters

b. Part-Time Diploma: Minimum of four semesters and a maximum sleight semesters.

Masters Degree Programmes

a. Full-Time: A minimum of three semesters and a maximum of ten semesters

b. Part-Time: A minimum of four semesters and a maximum of eight semesters.

M.Phil/Ph.D Programmes

a. Full-Time: A minimum of six semesters and a maximum of eight semesters

b. Part-Time: A minimum of eight semesters and a maximum of ten semesters.

Ph.D Programme a. Full-Time: Minimum of four semesters and a maximum of ten semesters b. Part-Time: A minimum of six semesters and a maximum of fourteen semesters.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

a. Candidates should proceed to any of the following banks: first Bank Plc, Zenith, UBA, Eco bank Plc; ABSU MFB Uturu, Keystone Bank Plc, Fidelity Bank Plc, Union Bank, log on to the e-transact network and request to pay the application fee of N11,500 (Eleven thousand, five hundred naira) for the form and service charges.

b. Collect the e-transact receipt from the Bank on payment and proceed to any internet centre for the completion of the form.

c. Log on to the ABSU portal www.abiastateuniversity.edu.ng and complete the application form.

d. Finally, confirm your entry and print a copy of the form as well as three copies of the referee confidential reports which will be forwarded to your. referees for completion (Two of these should be the candidate's former teachers at the University level).

Deadline for application: 31st December, 2016.

Signed:

Dr.(Mrs.) E.N. Iheukwumere

Registrar

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