– Uniport Application  for graduate programmes

– Application  procedure for the University of Portharcourt graduate program

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission
into the following Programmes:
A. FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
All Humanities Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5
point scale except English Studies and History & Diplomatic Studies which
requires a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5 point scale. In addition
candidates must score a minimum of 60% in the admission interview to be
found admissible.
1. COMPARATIVE LITERATURE PROGRAMME
M.A. Comparative Literature
Ph.D Comparative Literature
Requirements for MA Comparative Literature Programme:
Candidates shall possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a
CGPA of not less than 3.0 points on a 5 point scale or its equivalent in
Literature from a recognized University. Graduates in English have to
produce evidence of a minimum of two years (four semesters) academic
exposure to French or another language of International
communication.
African Language
There is a Special African Language requirement for the Comparative
Literature Programme. Any candidate who is deficient in speaking,
reading or writing an African language will be required to take an
appropriate course in the Department of Linguistics and Communication
Studies and produce evidence of having passed that course.
Requirements for Ph.D Comparative Literature Programme:
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Literature or M.A. Degree in
other related discipline in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
2. DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND FILM STUDIES
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Arts (MA) and Doctor of
Philosophy (Ph.D)
(i) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Theartre & Media Arts
Admission Requirements for PGD Programme in Theartre & Media Arts
To qualify for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma programme,
acandidate must obtain a first Degree in the disciplines within the
Humanities or a first Degree from any other discipline.
(ii) Master of Arts (MA), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the following
areas:
(a) Dramatic Theory and Criticism
(b) Sociology of Drama
(c) Film Studies
(d) Theatre and Cultural Administration
(e) Directing
(f) Theatre History
(g) Technical Theatre
(h) Playwriting
(i) Costume and Make-Up
(j) Theatre in Education
Requirements for M.A. Theatre Arts
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree in
Theatre Arts with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5 point scale or its
equivalent in Theatre Arts from a recognized University.
Requirements for Ph.D Theatre Arts
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Theatre Arts in addition to the
other Faculty Requirements.
3. DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH STUDIES
(a) M.A. , Ph.D in Literature with emphasis on:
(i) Theory of Literature
(ii) African Literature
(iii) African Oral Literature
(b) M.A., Ph.D in English Language with emphasis on:
(i) Applied English Linguistics
(ii) English as a Second Language (ESL)
(iii) Discourse Analysis/Pragmatics
(iv) Sociolinguistics
(v) Phonology
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Requirements for M.A. English Studies
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a
CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5 point scale or its equivalent in English
Studies from a recognized University.
Requirements for Ph.D English Studies
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in English Studies or related
discipline in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
4. DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURES
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in French (PGDF)
(ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Translation (PGDT)
(iii) M.A. French in the following areas:
a. French Grammar and Linguistics
b. African Literature in French
c. French Literature
(iv) M.A. Translation (English/French)
(v) Ph.D French/Translation (English/French)
Requirements for M.A. Foreign Languages and Literatures
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a
CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5 point scale or its equivalent in Foreign
Languages and Literatures from a recognized University or PGD Upper
Credit.
Requirements for Ph.D Foreign Languages and Literatures
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Foreign Languages and
Literatures in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
5. DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND DIPLOMATIC STUDIES
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in History & Diplomatic Studies (PGDHDS)
Qualifications for Admission
To be eligible for admission into Postgraduate Diploma Programme in
History and Diplomacy, a candidate must have a good honours Degree not
less than third class and a CGPA of not less than 1.50 and above in the
Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Law and the Management
Sciences.
(ii) Master of Arts (M.A.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the
following areas:
(a) Social & Political History
(b) Economic History
(c) Diplomatic & International Studies
Qualifications for Admission into the Masters Programme
To qualify for admission into the M.A Degree Programmes of the
Department, candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours
Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5 point scale or its
equivalent of the University of Port Harcourt or from any other
recognized University in the relevant subjects.
Except for Archaeology/Cultural Heritage Management, candidates
from non-History backgrounds will be required to pass through the
Department’s Postgraduate Diploma Programme in History and Diplomacy
before admission into the MA programmes.
(iii) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) programme
Qualifications for Admission
To be eligible for admission into the Doctor of Philosophy programme in
History and Diplomatic studies, a candidate must have an MA/M.Sc
Degree with a CGPA of 4.00 and above on a 5- point scale in History from
any Nigerian University or abroad. Except for Archaeology, candidates
from non-History backgrounds are expected to pass through the
Department’s Postgraduate Diploma Programme in History and
Diplomatic Studies to be admitted into Ph.D Degree programmes. In
addition, candidates will be required to present a written proposal on a
thesis topic in their chosen field, and score a minimum of 60% in pre-
admission oral interview.
6. DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies (PGDCS)
(ii) (a) M.A., Ph.D in Linguistics in the following areas:
Descriptive Linguistics
Applied Linguistics (Language Teaching)
Applied Linguistics (Clinical Linguistics)
Historical Linguistics
Sociolinguistics
(b) M.A., Ph.D (Linguistics and a Nigerian Language:
Igbo, Ikwerre, Izon, Kalabari and Khana)
(c) M.A., Ph.D (Communication Studies) in the following areas:
Corporate Communication/Conflict Management
Development Communication
International Communication
Public Relations/Advertising
Broadcast Media
Print Media
Integrated Marketing Communication
Film Studies
Requirements for Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies:
To be eligible for admission into the programme, a candidate must have a
good honours Degree in any field from any recognized University.
Candidates with HND Upper Credit are also eligible for admission into the
PGD Programme. Candidates with pass Degree will not be admitted.
Requirements for M.A. Linguistics & Communication Studies:
Candidates wishing to enroll in the Communication component must hold
at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than
3.00 on a 5 point scale or a Lower Credit with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5
point scale in Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication,
Communication Studies/Arts. Candidates wishing to enroll in the
Linguistics component must possess the same qualifications in
Linguistics or a subject with a strong linguistic component.
Requirements for Ph.D Linguistics & Communication Studies
Candidates wishing to enroll in the Communication component must hold
at least a Masters Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.50 on a 5 point scale
in Mass Communication, Communication Studies/Arts. Candidates
wishing to enroll in the Linguistics component must possess the same
qualifications in Linguistics or a subject with a strong linguistic
component.
7. DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
M.A., Ph.D in Philosophy in the following areas:
(a) African Philosophy
(b) Social and Political Philosophy
(c) Philosophy of Law
(d) Philosophy of Science
(e) Philosophy of Social Science
(f) Ethics/Moral Philosophy
(g) Metaphysics
(h) Epistemology
(i) Logic and Methodology
(j) History of Philosophy
Requirements for M.A. Philosophy
Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of
3.00 on a 5 point scale or its equivalent in Philosophy (single honours) or
combined honours Degree with Philosophy as a component.
Requirements for Ph.D Philosophy
Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Philosophy or its equivalent
in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
8. DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS AND CULTURAL STUDIES
i. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Religious & Cultural Studies
ii. M.A., Ph.D in Religious and Cultural Studies in the following areas:
(a) African Indigenous Religion
(b) Biblical Studies
(c) Church History
(d) Islamic Studies
(e) Religious Ethics
(f) Sociology of Religion
(g) Philosophy of Religion
Requirements for PGD in Religious and Cultural Studies:
Candidates must possess good honours Degree in the Humanities, Social
Sciences, Education, Law, Management Sciences, and Science from the
University of Port Harcourt or any other institution recognized by the
Senate of the University of Port Harcourt.
Requirements for MA in Religious and Cultural Studies:
Admission to the MA programme will be open to candidates with the B.A.
Degree in Religious and Cultural Studies, Islamic Studies, Theology or
other related disciplines such as Philosophy, History, Sociology and
Anthropology on a CGPA of 3.0 points on a 5-point scale, from the
University of Port Harcourt or any other institution recognized by the
Senate of the University of Port Harcourt
Requirements for Ph.D Religious and Cultural Studies:
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Religious and Cultural Studies
in addition to the other faculty Requirements.
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9. DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS & DESIGN
M.A; Ph.D in Fine Arts & Design in the following areas:
(a) African Art History
(b) Design History
(c) Painting
(d) Sculpture
(e) Ceramics Design
(f) Graphics & Communication Design with Specialization in Advertising,
Printmaking, Animation & Photography.
(g) Textiles & Fashion Design
Admission Requirements
All candidates must have passed their O’Level subjects with at least five
credit passes including English Language.
B. FACULTY OF EDUCATION (REGULAR AND SANDWICH)
M.Ed and Ph.D Regular Programmes on Full-Time and Part-Time basis;
M.Ed Sandwich (Long Vacation) programme. All Education Ph.D
Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5 point scale. All Ph.D
candidates are expected to attend a pre-admission oral interview, at
which they are required to defend their written proposals. All Masters
candidates must have a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale.
10. DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM STUDIES AND
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed
Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Curriculum and Instruction
(b) Educational Technology
(c) Language Education
(d) Mathematics Education
(e) Science Education
(f) Social Studies Education
11. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS
Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed
Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Philosophy of Education
(b) History and Policy of Education
(c) Sociology of Education
(d) Comparative Education
12. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed
Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Educational Administration
(b) Educational Planning
(c) Economics of Education
(d) Administration of Higher Education
13. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY, GUIDANCE AND
COUNSELLING
Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed
Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Educational Psychology
(b) Guidance and Counselling
(c) Educational Measurement and Evaluation
14. DEPARTMENT OF ADULT AND NON-FORMAL EDUCATION
Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed
Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Literacy Education
(b) Distance Education
(c) Environmental Adult Education
(d) Community Development
Requirements for M.Ed Programme
The following categories of candidates may be admitted on application
into the Programme:
(i) Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved
University who have obtained approved Bachelor’s Degree in Adult
Education with at least 3.00 CGPA on a 5 point scale or its equivalent.
(ii) Candidates who did not major in Adult Education but obtained at
least 2 nd
Class Honours Degree or above and with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 in the
Postgraduate Diploma in Education. Such candidates would be required
to do some remedial courses as prescribed in the handbook.
15. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN KINETICS AND HEALTH EDUCATION
Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed
Programmes have the following areas:
(A) M.Sc (Ed) Human Kinetics
Areas of Specialization
(a) Physiology of Exercise
(b) Sports Administration and Marketing
(c) Sport Psychology
(d) Sociology of Sport
(e) Rehabilitation Therapy
Requirements
(i) Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Kinetics or
Human Kinetics and Health Education (Integrated Major). Preferably
holders of Second Class Honours Degree from a recognized University
with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.
(ii) Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Science Education
after having obtained the Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) in
Human Kinetics or Human Kinetics and Health Education (this category
of candidates may be required to take some additional courses in Human
Kinetics and related courses as may be prescribed by the Department).
(iii) An Upper Credit in Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).
C. M.Sc (Ed) Health Education
Areas of Specialization
(a) Community Health Education
(b) Occupational Health and Safety Education
(c) Environmental Health and Safety Education
Requirements
(i) Candidates must possess Second Class Honours Degree with a
minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5 point scale or its equivalent from a
recognized University in Health Education or Health and Human Kinetics
(Integrated Major)
(ii) A Degree in Medicine or appropriate Medical Sciences in Nursing or
Advanced Graduate Diploma in Health Education (AGDHE), Pharmacy,
Dentistry and other Health and Environmental related disciplines.
(iii) Candidates with a Second Class Honours Degree with a minimum CGPA
of 3.00 in related discipline after having obtained the Nigerian
Certificate in Education (NCE) in Health Education or Human Kinetics
and Health Education (Integrated Major). Such candidates may be
required to take additional courses in Human Kinetics and Health
Education as may be prescribed by the Department.
D. Ph.D in the following areas:
(i) Sports Management
(ii) Psychology and Sociology of Sports
(iii) Sports Marketing
(iv) Community Health Education
(v) Environmental Health and Safety Education
(vi) Occupational Health and Safety Education
Requirement
Candidates must possess either an M.Ed Degree in Human Kinetics and
Health Education or other relevant Discipline in addition to the other
Faculty Requirements.
16. INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION
Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) Regular and sandwich (Long
Vacation) programme.
The programme consists of four areas, namely:
(a) Studies in the Theory and Practice of Education
(b) Specialized Procedure in the Teaching of Subjects
(c) Supervised Practice in Teaching
(d) Supervised Project
(i) Requirements –
Candidates must possess any of the following Degrees;
(a) BSc, BA, B.Eng, MSc, M.A, MBA, Ph.D (without any Teaching
Certificate) and their equivalent from a recognized University.(1 st
Degree with a minimum of 3 rd class)
(b) HND Upper Credit and its equivalent from recognized Polytechnics.
(ii) Duration
(a) Full-Time: The Programme will last for a minimum of 12 calendar
months and maximum of 24 calendar months.
C. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
All Social Sciences Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a
5-point scale except Economics and Sociology (Demography and
Population Studies) which requires a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5 point
scale.
17. DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Economics
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in Economics in the following areas:
(a) Economic Theory
(b) Development Economics
(c) Monetary Economics
(d) Quantitative Economics (with sub-area in Mathematical Economics
and Econometrics)
(e) Labour and Manpower Economics
Requirements for Ph.D Economics:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Economics in addition to the
other Faculty Requirements.
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18. DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT
(i) PGD Geography and Environmental Management (PGDGEM)
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in Geography in the following areas:
(a) Rural Land Use
(b) Urban Geography
(c) Transport Geography
(d) Regional Development Planning
(e) Biogeography
(f) Climatology
(g) Geomorphology
(h) Environmental Management
(i) Watershed and Wetlands Management (M.Sc only)
(j) Geographic Information System (GIS) (M.Sc only)
(iii) Ph.D in Disaster Risk Management
Requirements for M.Sc in Geographic Information System (GIS):
Admission to the M.Sc Degree programme in GIS is open to graduates of
this University and other approved universities recognized by Senate
with a minimum of second class Bachelor’s in Science, Social Medicine,
Agriculture and Forestry, Environmental Science, Social Sciences and
Engineering etc. Work experience in scientific management and policy-
oriented establishments will be an added advantage..
Requirements for M.Sc in Watershed and Wetlands Management:
Admission to the M.Sc Degree programme in Watershed and Wetlands
Management is open to graduates of this University and other approved
universities recognized by Senate. They must either hold the
Postgraduate Diploma in Geography and Environmental Management with
a CGPA of 3.5 and above or a Bachelors Degree in Geography, Civil,
Water and Environmental Engineering, Geological Sciences,
Environmental Resource Management, Agriculture and Forestry or
Environmental Science with a minimum of second class honours and
minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 5.0 point scale. Work experience in scientific,
management and other related establishments will be an added
advantage.
Requirements for Ph.D in Environmental Management:
Admission to the Ph.D Degree programme is open to graduates of this
University who have attained a specific level of performance in the M.Sc
programme in GIS, Geography and Environmental Management and
related disciplines of the University of Port Harcourt or any other
recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.50 in a five-point scale.
Requirements for Ph.D in Disaster Risk Management:
Admission to the Ph.D Degree programme in Disaster Risk Management is
open to graduates of this University who have attained a specific level
of performance in the M.Sc programme in Disaster Risk Management,
Geography and Environmental Management and related disciplines of the
University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University with at
least a CGPA of 3.50 in a five-point scale.
19. DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
(i) Post Graduate Diploma in Sociology (PGDS). To be eligible to apply for
the PGDS, Candidates must possess at least a Third Class in Sociology or
a minimum of Second Class Honours lower Division in related disciplines in
the Social Sciences and Humanities.
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in Sociology in the following areas:
(a) Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
(b) Criminology, Police Science & Social Work
(c) Sociology of Development
20. DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE
STUDIES
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in International Affairs (PGDIA)
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
(a) Political Theory and Methodology
(b) Development Studies
(c) International Relations
(d) Nigerian Government and Politics
Requirements for Ph.D Political and Administrative Studies:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Political and Administrative
Studies in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
21. CLAUDE AKE SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT
(i) Executive Master’s Degree Programme in Public Administration (MPA)
Requirements for Executive Master’s Degree Programme in PA.
A candidate for the MPA Programme is expected to be a graduate of the
University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University with at
least a Second Class Honours Lower Division, with a CGPA of not less
than 3.0 on a 5-point scale or 4.20 on a 7- point scale. However,
candidates with Third Class Degree may be considered provided they have
relevant employment experience for five (5) years.
DURATION
The Programme is designed to last for twelve calendar months (12),
consisting of two semesters and field research/report writing and
presentation period.
Note: Please go to the Claude Eke School of Government to obtain
information on the Application Form Fee and mode of payment
D. FACULTY OF SCIENCE
All Science Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5 point
scale and thesis score not lower than 60% (B). All Ph.D candidates are
expected to attend a pre-admission oral interview, at which they are
REQUIRED to defend their written proposals.
22. DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Biochemistry (PGDB)
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
(a) Enzymology
(b) Nutrition and Toxicology
(c) Medical Biochemistry/Immunochemistry
(d) Environmental Biochemistry
(e) Pharmacological Biochemistry
23 DEPARTMENT OF PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (M.Sc) and Doctor of
Philosophy (Ph.D)
General Entry Requirements for all programmes:
Candidates must have five O’level credits in English Language,
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry (PGDC)
Candidates with at least a third class Degree with a CGPA of not less
than 1.50 on a 5-point scale can apply. Candidates with HND certificates
are not eligible for the PGDC programmes.
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in Pure & Industrial Chemistry in the following areas:
(a) Analytical Chemistry
(b) Inorganic Chemistry
(c) Physical Chemistry
(d) Organic Chemistry
(e) Environmental Chemistry
(f) Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry
(g) Petroleum Chemistry and Petrochemicals
(h) Mineral Processing and Chemical Metallurgy
(i) Polymer Science/Technology
Requirements for M.Sc in Pure & Industrial Chemistry:
Candidates must have a B.Sc in Pure and Industrial Chemistry with at
least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or a PGDC with at least a CGPA
of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for Ph.D in Pure & Industrial Chemistry:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Pure and Industrial Chemistry
with a CGPA of at least 4.00 on a 5-point scale in addition to the other
Faculty requirements
24. DEPARTMENT OF PLANT SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(i) Postgraduate Diploma Programme in the following options:
(a) Biosystematics/Plant Taxonomy
(b) Genetics and Breeding
(c) Environmental Plant Science
(d) Herbarium Management
(e) Biotechnology
(f) Ethnobotany and Phytomedicine
(g) Horticulture
Requirements for PGD Plant Science and Biotechnology:
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Lower Degree (2 2 ) or a
strong Third Class (3 rd) Bachelors’ Degree in Botany/Plant Science, or
any good Honours Degree in Microbiology, Agriculture, Crop Science,
Biochemistry, Genetics, Biotechnology or related field (depending on the
option of the PGD) from the University of Port Harcourt or any other
recognized University within or outside Nigeria. Potential Candidates
with HND in relevant fields deemed suitable by the Department of Plant
Science and Biotechnology’s Graduate Board of Studies would be
considered for the requisite programmes.
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
(a) Plant Physiology
(b) Mycology and Plant Pathology
(c) Plant Ecology
(d) Plant Biosystematics and Taxonomy
25. DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology (PGDM)
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(ii) M.Sc in Industrial Microbiology
(iii) M.Sc in Environmental Microbiology and Bioremediation
(iv) M.Sc in Food Microbiology
(v) M.Sc in Pathogenic Microbiology & Biotecchnology
(v) Ph.D in Microbiology
General Entry Requirements for all the Programmes:
Candidates must have 5 O’level credits in not more than two sittings in
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English Language
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology
Entry Requirements for PGDM:
Candidates must have a B.Sc in Microbiology with a CGPA of 2.00 – 2.99
on a 5-point scale, B.Sc in relevant disciplines e.g. Biochemistry, Plant
Science & Biotechnology, Animal & Environmental Biology, Botany,
Zoology, Microbiology Technology and Biomedical Technology with a
minimum CGPA of 3.00 – 3.99 on a 5-point scale.
(ii) Master of Science (M.Sc) in the following areas:
(a) Environmental Microbiology & Bioremediation
(b) Industrial Microbiology
(c) Food Microbiology
Entry Requirements for M.Sc:
Candidates must have a B.Sc Degree in Microbiology with a minimum CGPA
of 3.00 – 3.50 on a 5-point scale and a minimum of 4.00 on a 5-point
scale in a Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology.
Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Pathogenic Microbiology &
Biotechnology
Admisstion into the M.Sc programme in Pathogenic Microbiology and
Biotechnology shall be open to the following categories of applicant:
a. B.Sc Degree in Microbiology from any reputable university with a
CGPA not less than 3 in a 5 point scale.
b. B.Sc in a related discipline including Biotechnology, Pharmacy, and
Medicine with a CGPA not less than 3 where applicable.
c. HND upper credit with a Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology
(PGDM) from the University of Port Harcourt with a CGPA not less
than 4.00
(iii) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the following areas:
(a) Environmental Microbiology
(b) Food Microbiology
(c) Industrial Microbiology
(d) Medical Microbiology
Entry Requirements for Ph.D:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in the relevant Microbiology area
with a CGPA of at least 4.00 on a 5-point scale.
26. DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL & ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
(i) PGD in Animal and Environmental Biology
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
(a) Hydrobiology and Fisheries Biology
(b) Environmental Parasitology and Public Health
(c) Environmental Entomology & Pest Management
(d) Environmental Animal Physiology
(e) Environmental & Conservation Biology
Requirements for M.Sc in Animal & Environmental Biology:
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree of the
University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University in the
relevant subject (e.g. Zoology, Biology, Crop Science, Environmental
Sciences, Biology Education etc. with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5
point scale or its equivalent.
Requirements for Ph.D in Animal & Environmental Biology:
Candidates for the Ph.D programme must have a Masters Degree and
should normally have an average of at least 60% or CGPA of 4.0 in the
relevant discipline at the Masters level.
For candidates who obtained their Masters exclusively by research
assessment, admission will be based on the quality of their thesis.
Candidates may be required to attend a pre-admission interview
session. Final selection of a candidate shall be based on his/her
interview performance and other criteria.
27. DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
Requirements for PGD in Physics:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics from the
University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University.
Requirements for M.Sc in Physics:
A minimum of Second Class Lower Degree with a CGPA of not less than
3.0 is required for M.Sc programme of the Department.
M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
(a) Solid State Electronics
(b) Applied Geophysics
(c) Material Science
(d) Theoretical Physics
(e) Environmental Physics
Requirements for Ph.D in Physics:
Candidate must have MSc Degree in the relevant field in addition to the
other Faculty Requirements.
28. DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Geology (PGDG)
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
(a) Biostratigraphy
(b) Engineering Geology
(c) Environmental Geology
(d) Exploration Geophysics
(e) Structural Geology
(f) Hydrogeology
(h) Petroleum Geology
(i) Marine Geology
(j) Sequence Stratigraphy
(k) Remote Sensing
(l) Sedimentology and Reservoir Geology
(m) Organic Geochemistry
29. DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in the following areas:
(a) Statistics (PGDST)
(b) PGD in Statistics & Mathematics (PGDM)
Requirements for PGD Statistics Programme:
Candidates must be holders of the B.Sc Degree in the Sciences or
related disciplines obtained from University of Port Harcourt or any
other recognized University.
(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:
(a) Pure Mathematics
(b) Applied Mathematics
(c) Mathematics/Mathematical Physics
(d) Statistics
Requirements for Masters Programme:
Admission to the Masters Degree Programmes shall be as obtained in
general School of Graduate Studies requirements for admission into the
M.Sc Programme
Requirements for PhD Programme:
(i) Candidates should have obtained an M.Sc Degree in Mathematics of
the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University and
have a CGPA of not less than 4.00 on a 5-point scale or 3.00 on a 4-
point scale.
(ii) Scored a minimum of 70% in a Ph.D admission interview.
30. DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
General Admission Requirements
All candidates must have five credit passes including English Language,
Mathematics and three other related science subjects preferably
Physics, Chemistry and Biology at O’level
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS)
Requirements for PGDCS in Computer Science
Candidates with 3 rd Class Degree from an approved university with a
minimum CGPA of 1.50 on a 5-point scale may be considered for
admission. Holders of HND in relevant programmes from approved
institutions with at least an upper credit in the sciences or related
disciplines may also be considered for admission.
(ii) M.Sc in Computer Science
Requirements for M.Sc in Computer Science
Candidates with Bachelors Degree Computer Science or Computer
Engineering from an approved University must obtain a minimum of
second class lower division with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point
scale. Candidates with PGD in Computer Science must have a minimum
CGPA of 4.000 on a 5-point scale.
(iii) Ph.D in Computer Science with specialization in the following areas:
(a) Software Engineering
(b) Algorithms
(c) Artificial Intelligence – expert systems, neutral networks, fuzzy
logic, pattern recognition, etc.
(d) Database Systems – object databases, data mining, information
retrieval, etc.
(e) Systems Programming
(f) Web Applications
Requirements for Ph.D in Computer Science:
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Candidate should have a Masters Degree in Computer Science or
Information Technology with a minimum of 4.00 on a 5-point scale and a
Dissertation score not lower than 60% (B). Candidates with PGD in
Computer Science with at least CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale in
Master’s Degree and Dissertation score not lower than 60% may be
considered.
E. FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE
31. DEPARTMENT OF CROP & SOIL SCIENCE
(i) Postgraduate Diploma Programme (PGD) in Crop & Soil Science
(ii) Master of Science (M.Sc) Programme in Crop Protection with
specialization in
(a) Crop Protection (Agric Entomology)
(b) Crop Protection (Crop Pathology)
(c) Crop Protection (Plant Nemathology)
(d) Crop Protection (Weed Science)
(iii) Master of Science (M.Sc) Programme in Soil Science
(iv) Master of Science (M.Sc) Programme in Crop Production with
specialization in
a. M.Sc Crop Production (Crop Physiology)
b. M.Sc Crop Production (Horticulture)
c. M.Sc Crop Production (Crop Breeding and Genetics)
Admission Requirements for PGD in Crop & Soil Science:
Prospective candidates must possess at least a third class Bachelors’
Degree with a minimum CGPA of 1.50 in related fields.
Requirements for M.Sc in Crop Protection:
Candidates seeking admission into the programme must have a
Bachelor of Agriculture or a Bachelor of Science in Crop Science,
Horticulture, Agronomy and Forestry or in related fields from a
recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5.00 point
scale or 2.40 on a 4.00 scale.
Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the agricultural disciplines listed
above with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or
Bachelor’s Degree in a related science with a CGPA of 3.00 plus a PGD in
Crop and Soil Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or HND (Upper
Credit) in a relevant agricultural discipline.
Fulfill the general requirements as contained in the brochure of the
School of Graduate Studies
Requirements for M.Sc in Soil Science:
Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized
Universities who have obtained the approved Degree of Bachelor in
related fields with at least Second Class Honours Degree, with CGPA of
3.0 on a 5-point scale or 2.50 on a 4-point scale.
Appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Port Harcourt
or other recognized Universities with at least a lower credit pass of
3.5 CGPA on a 5-point scale.
Requirements for M.Sc in Crop Production:
Candidates seeking admission into the programme must:
Have a Bachelor of Agriculture or a Bachelor of Science in Crop
Science, Horticulture, Agronomy and Forestry or in related fields from
a recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5.00 point
scale or 2.40 on a 4.00 point scale.
Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the agricultural disciplines listed
above with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or
Bachelor’s Degree in a related science with a CGPA of 3.00 plus a PGD in
Crop and Soil Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or HND (Upper
Credit) in a relevant agricultural discipline. Fulfill the general
requirements as contained in the brochure of the School of Graduate
Studies.
32. DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY & WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
(i) Postgraduate Diploma Programme (PGD) in Forestry & Wildlife
Management
(ii) Master of Science (M.Sc) in Forestry with specialization in:
a. Silviculture and Forecast Biology
b. Forest Economics and Management
c. Biometrics and Measurement
d. Wood Science
(iii) Master of Science (M.Sc) in Wildlife and Ecotourism Management
Requirements for PGD in Forestry & Wildlife Management:
Candidates must possess at least a second class (Lower Division)
Bachelors’ Degree in Forestry or Botany, Biology, Agriculture,
Biochemistry, Geology and other related disciplines obtained from any
recognized University. In addition, candidates must have the
matriculation requirements of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of
Port Harcourt. Candidates with third class Degree may be admitted for a
terminal diploma programme (i.e.), they will not be considered for
admission to pursue Master’s Degree thereafter.
Requirements for M.Sc in Forestry and M.Sc in Wildlife & Ecotourism
Management:
Candidates for admission into M.Sc programme must have a good
Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry/Forest Resources Management/Wood
Science or Wildlife Management. The prospective candidates must
possess at least a second class (Lower Division) Bachelors’ Degree with a
CGPA of at least 3.00 (on a 5-point scale) in Forestry/Forest Resources
Management/Wood Science, Wildlife Management or Agriculture, and
other equivalent fields obtained from any University recognized by the
Senate of the University of Port Harcourt. Candidates must have full
Ordinary Level Certificate with a credit
level pass in English Language. In exceptional cases, candidates with
Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental/Biological Science or related field
who meet the above stated requirements, but have minimal deficiencies
in Forestry, may be admitted. Such deficiencies through approved
courses recommended by the Departmental Graduate Studies Committee
will be audited.
33. DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Programme in Animal Science and Master of
Science (M.Sc) programme in Animal Nutrition and Agricultural
Biochemistry.
Admission Requirements:
Generally, candidates seeking admission into graduate programmes in
Animal Science in the University of Port Harcourt shall normally be
graduates of the University or any other similar Institutions recognized
by the University. They must possess a first Degree, preferably Bachelor
of Agriculture (B. Agric, Animal Science option), Bachelor of Science
(B.Sc, Animal Science) or in related area. The Degrees must ordinarily
be registrable with the Nigerian Institute of Animal Science (NIAS).
Matriculation requirements for admission into the Animal Science
programme for the University of Port Harcourt include credits in
Mathematics, English Language, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural
Science and any one of Physics, Economics or Geography at not more
than two sittings.
(i) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Animal Science
Admission Requirements for PGD in Animal Science
(a) Minimum of 3 rd Class honours Degree in Animal Science/Animal
Production or related discipline with at least 1.50 CGPA.
(b) HND (Upper Credit) in Animal Science/Animal Production.
(ii) Master of Science (M.Sc) Programme in Animal Science
Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Animal Science:
(a) A good honours Degree in Animal Science or related discipline (of
University of Port Harcourt or similar recognized institution) with a
minimum of Second Class lower division with CGPA of 3.0 points and
above on a 5-point scale or 2.40 on a 4-point scale.
(b) HND (Upper Credit) in Animal Science/Animal Production plus PGD in
Animal Science/Animal Production, with a CGPA of 3.50 in addition to
satisfying the matriculation requirements of the University of Port
Harcourt
34. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS &
EXTENSION
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Agricultural Economics & Extension,
Master of Science (M.Sc) in Agricultural Economics & Master of Science
(M.Sc) in Agricultural Extension
(i) PGD in Agricultural Economics & Extension
Admission Requirements for PGD in Agricultural Economics & Extension:
An applicant should be a graduate of University of Port Harcourt, or a
graduate from any other University recognized by the Senate of
University of Port Harcourt. Candidates seeking admission into the
(PGD) programme in agricultural economics and extension shall possess
at least a second class lower Degree in a non-agricultural based
discipline or a third class Degree in Agricultural Economics and Extension
option. Candidates seeking admission with HND must have an upper
credit pass. In addition, candidates must possess the matriculation
requirements of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Port
Harcourt.
(ii) M.Sc in Agricultural Economics with the following areas of
specialization in
(a) Farm Management & Production Economics
(b) Agricultural Finance & Project Analysis
Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Agricultural Economics
Candidates seeking admission into the Master of Science Degree
programme in Agricultural Economics shall possess:
(a) A Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural economics or its related discipline
with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) with a CGPA of at least
3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.50 on a 4-point scale from any recognized
University.
(b) Appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Port Harcourt
or other recognized Universities with at least a lower credit pass of
3.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale.
(c) HND Upper Credit plus a PGD
(iii) M.Sc in Agricultural Extension in the following areas of
specialization:
a. Agricultural Extension & Rural Development
b. Agricultural Communication/Information Communication Technology
Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Agricultural Extension
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Candidates seeking admission into the Master of Science Degree
programme in Agricultural Extension shall possess:
(a) A Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural extension or related disciplines
with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) with a CGPA of at least
3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.50 on a 4-point scale from any recognized
University.
(b) Appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Port Harcourt
or other recognized Universities with at least a lower credit pass of
3.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale.
(c) HND Upper Credit plus a PGD in Agricultural extension and related
fields
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
F. FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
35. MD/MS DEGREE PROGRAMME
(a) Candidates must be either Medical Graduates (MBBS) of the
University of Port Harcourt for not less than 5 years or confirmed and
experienced academic staff of the University with Medical Degree of
other recognized Universities.
(b) In addition to the above, candidates must possess either a
recognized professional qualification at the fellowship level or at least
an M.Sc Degree of a recognized University, after the MB.BS Degree.
36. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
(1) PGD in Human Physiology
(2) M.Sc, Ph.D in Human Physiology
Special areas :
(a) Membrane Physiology
(b) Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology
(c) Blood Physiology
(d) Nutrition Physiology
(e) Neuro Physiology
Requirements for M.Sc Programmes:
(i) Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or other Universities
recognized by statute of the University of Port Harcourt with a Second
Class Honours Degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or
its equivalent in Human Physiology or related discipline.
(ii) Holders of MB.BS, DVVM or BVM, Pharmacy, Pharmacology,
Biochemistry, Anatomy with a CGPA of 3.50 in Postgraduate Diploma in
Human Physiology.
(iii) Requirement for Ph.D Programmes : Candidates must possess an
M.Sc or M.Phil Degree or its equivalent in Human Physiology in addition
to the other Faculty Requirements.
37. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN ANATOMY
(i) M.Sc, Ph.D in Anatomy
Requirements for M.Sc in Human Anatomy:
(a) Candidates must possess a Second Class Honours Degree with at
least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Anatomy
from the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities.
(b) Holders of good Degrees in Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary
Medicine and Physiotherapy.
ii. Areas of Specialization in Ph.D Anatomy :
(a) Histochemistry and Teratology
(b) Clinical Anatomy
(c) Physical and Forensic Anthropology
(d) Radiological Anatomy
Requirements for Ph.D in Anatomy:
Candidate must have MSc Degree in Anatomy with a minimum CGPA of 4
points on a 5-points scale or its equivalent qualification. Interviews are
conducted to assess candidates before admission and final selection is
based on interview performance.
38. DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY
(i) M.Sc Pharmacology
(a) Candidates must possess a Second Class Honours Degree with at
least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in
Pharmacology from the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized
Universities.
(b) Holders of good Degree in Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary
Medicine,
Dentistry, Physiology and related Biomedical Science subjects.
(ii) Ph.D in Pharmacology: Candidates must possess an M.Sc or an M.Phil
Degree or an equivalent Degree in Pharmacology in addition to the other
Faculty Requirements with a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5-point scale.
39. DEPARTMENT OF HAEMATOLOGY, BLOOD TRANSFUSION
AND IMMUNOLOGY
Requirements for M.Sc in Immunology Programmes:
A minimum of five O’level credit passes including English Language,
Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics in addition to an
acceptable high score at the JME and Post UME.
The Course is open to graduates of Medicine, Dentistry, Anatomy,
Physiology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Nursing, Biochemistry, Molecular-
Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Zoology and
other relevant courses. Candidates who hold a minimum of Second Class
Honours (Lower Division) with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5 point scale
or in any of the above mentioned subjects, from the University of Port
Harcourt or other recognized Universities shall be eligible for admission
into the programme except, the Medical and Dental graduates.
G. FACULTY OF CLINICAL SCIENCES
40. M.Sc Sports Medicine
(a) For medically qualified persons with MB.BS, B.Ch or a fellowship in
any
Medical discipline.
(b) The duration of Course is 18 – 36 months.
The Course work will be taught in two semesters of 12 months while the
student will spend the remaining 6 months in a training attachment and
a
project work.
(c) Area of specialty – Sports Medicine generally, while the project
work will be on Sport of interest.
41. DEPARTMENT OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICINE
i. Master of Public Health (MPH) for MBBS graduates
ii. Master of Science in Public Health (MSc Public Health MSPH) for other
B.Sc in Science, Anatomy etc.
Admission Requirements:
The Programmes will be open to candidates who possess a first Degree in
Medicine, Basic Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing and other relevant
courses allied to Medicine. In addition candidates must have at least
three years post Degree experience and must have completed National
Youth Service (NYSC) programme. Candidates for admission into the
programme will undergo a selection process and only those who are
successful will be admitted into the programme.
To serve the interest and needs of all Medical, Health and allied
professions who desire the programme, there is need to simultaneously
mount two separate programmes, one for medically qualified graduates
and another for non-medically qualified professionals who wish to
practice Public Health.
Requirements for Master of Public Health Programme:
(a) MBBS or its equivalent, with a minimum of three years post
qualification experience.
(b) Candidates are also required to pass the qualifying examination.
Requirements for MSc Public Health Programme:
(a) B.Sc Honours in a health-related discipline with a minimum of Second
Class Lower Division (2 2 ) Degree with CGPA not less than 3.00 on a 5-
point scale or CGPA of 2.5 on a 4 point scale.
(b) Candidates are also required to pass the qualifying examination.
H. FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
42. DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOGNOSY
(i) M.Pharm and Ph.D Programmes
Areas of Specialization :
(a) Phytochemistry/Phytotherapy Research
(b) Medicinal Plant Research
(c) Standardization of Phytopharmaceuticals/Herbals
(d) Formulation Studies of Herbal Products
(e) Tissues Culture
Requirements for M.Pharm
Candidates must possess a good first Degree in Pharmacy from the
University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University, not
below Second Class Honours with a minimum CGPA of 3 points on a 5
points scale. Non pharmacy graduates in closely related subjects like
Chemistry, Biochemistry and Botany may be considered for admission.
Such candidates may be required to take remedial undergraduate
courses in Pharmacognosy as recommended by the Departmental
Graduate Studies Committee.
Requirements for Ph.D
(i) Candidates who possess the M.Pharm Degree in Pharmacognosy of the
University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized Universities, with a
CGPA of 3.5 on a 5-points scale. However candidates with CGPA of 3.0 in
their M.Pharm or M.Sc Programmes in the Pharmacognosy or related
disciplines may be considered for admission. Such candidates shall be
required to take recommended 700 level/remedial courses which they
must pass at an average score of 60% in the first year.
(ii) Candidates with M.Sc/M.Pharm Degree (minimum CGPA of 3.5);
M.Phil Degrees in Pharmacognosy, Ethnomedicine, Chemistry,
Biochemistry or Botany of the University of Port Harcourt or other
approved Universities. Final selection of candidates is by presentation
of a research proposal. Part-Time candidates will also be considered.
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43. DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICS AND PHARMACEUTICAL
TECHNOLOGY
(i) M.Pharm and Ph.D Programmes
Areas of Specialization for M.Pharm :
(a) M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics
(b) M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Technology
Requirements for M.Pharm
Candidates must be graduates of Pharmacy from the University of Port
Harcourt or any other recognized Universities with at least a Second
Class (Lower Division) or a declassified approved Degree Programme with
evidence of good performance in pharmaceutics. Candidates shall be
required to satisfy the Department in a selection process.
Areas of Specialization for Ph.D :
(a) Ph.D in Pharmaceutics
(b) Ph.D in Pharmaceutical Technology
Requirements for Ph.D
(i) A graduate of the University of Port Harcourt holding a Masters
Degree (M.Pharm) in the specialized field of Pharmaceutics and
Pharmaceutical Technology with requirements as stated above for the
M.Pharm Programme.
(ii) Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt holding a Masters
Degree as stated above in the requirements for M.Pharm who have
obtained at least a CGPA of 3.5 on a 5-point scale or an overall average
of 60%(B) in the course work.
(iii) A graduate of any other recognized university who meets the above
requirements shall be admitted on presentation of transcripts from the
university. Candidates may be required to take relevant remedial
courses as may be recommended by the Departmental and Faculty
Graduate Committees.
44. DEPARTMENT OF EXPERIMENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY
(i) MSc & Ph.D Toxicology
Areas of Specialization :
(a) Drug Toxicology
(b) Food Toxicology
(c) Medical/Clinical Toxicology
(d) Environmental Toxicology
Requirements for M.Sc Toxicology
Candidates must possess a B.Sc Degree from the University of Port
Harcourt or from any other recognized University in any of these
disciplines: Biological and Chemical Sciences including (Chemistry, Civil,
Agricultural, Chemical and Environmental Engineering), Medical Sciences
and Forensic Sciences.
Requirements for Ph.D
Candidates who obtained a minimum CGPA of 3.5 in the relevant written
examinations and project on the M.Sc Course in Toxicology of the
University of Port Harcourt, or any other recognized University.
I. SPORTS INSTITUTE
45. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME IN SPORTS
(i) Sports Broadcasting/Journalism
(ii) Sports Marketing
(iii) Team Management
(iv) Massage Therapy
(v) Fitness and Recreation
(vi) Sports Medicine
Admission Requirement for Postgraduate Diploma Programme in Sports
(i) A Degree in Sports Education or related courses with a minimum of
3 rd Class (Honours) Degree and at least 1.50 CGPA.
(ii) Experience in Sports matters will be an advantage
Duration
The programme is designed to last for two semesters of full time course
work.
J. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
All Engineering Ph.D programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5
point scale. Candidates would be required to attend an interview before
admission and registration for the programme, and will be required to
write a qualifying examination.
Requirements for Faculty of Engineering
1. PGD Programmes : Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a
minimum of 3 rd Class Honours in his/her choice of discipline or a
minimum of 2 2 in any other related Engineering discipline.
2. M.Eng Programmes : Candidates must possess either a Bachelor’s
Degree with minimum of Second Class Honours in the relevant Discipline,
with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 5 point scale or PGD in the relevant
areas with minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5 point scale.
46. Master of Engineering Management (MEM) in the following areas:
(a) Chemical Engineering
(b) Civil Engineering
(c) Electrical./Electronic Engineering
(d) Mechanical Engineering
(e) Petroleum Engineering
Requirements:
Candidates must possess a Second Class Bachelor’s Degree in a chosen
Engineering discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0. The MEM is a
Terminal Degree.
47. Master of Environmental Engineering Technology (M.ENV.T)
Requirements:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related
science discipline, with a minimum CGPA of 3.0. The M.Env.T is a
Terminal Degree.
48. DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering (PGDCE)
(ii) M.Eng, Ph.D in Chemical Engineering
Requirements for PGDCE
Candidates for PGDCE must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum
of Third Class in Chemical Engineering or Second Class lower in any
other Engineering discipline.
Duration:
The programme shall last for a minimum of 24 calendar months and a
maximum of 60 calendar months of full-time study or 36 calendar
months and a maximum of 84 calendar months for part-time study.
49. DEPARTMENT OF PETROLEUM & GAS ENGINEERING
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering (PGDPE)
(ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Technology (PGDPT)
Requirement for PGDPE:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Third
Class in Petroleum & Gas Engineering or a minimum of Second Class in
any related Engineering Discipline.
(ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Technology (PGDPT)
Requirement for PGDPT:
Candidates with Degrees in Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Geophysics, or
Metallurgy with a minimum of Second Class Lower Degree or Third Class
with at least five (5) years industrial experience are eligible to apply.
(iii) M.Eng., Ph.D in Petroleum Engineering in the following areas:
(a) Reservoir Engineering
(b) Gas Engineering
(c) Drilling Engineering
(d) Production Engineering
(e) Petroleum Economics
50. DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
PGD, M.Eng. and Ph.D programmes in Mechanical Engineering
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (PGDME)
Requirements for PGDME:
Candidates for the Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering must
possess a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from a reputable university
with a minimum of third class honours for graduates of mechanical or
mechatronic engineering, or a minimum of second class lower division for
graduates of other related engineering field such as marine
engineering, mining engineering, agricultural engineering or chemical
engineering.
ii) M.Eng., Ph.D in Mechanical Engineering in the following areas:
(a) Applied Mechanics and Design
(b) Engineering Materials Design
(c) Production/Industrial Engineering
(d) Thermofluid Engineering
Requirements for M.Eng Admission:
Candidates for the M.Eng in Mechanical Engineering must possess a good
Bachelor’s Degree (B.Eng) or an acceptable Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (or 3.5 for PGD
holders). Bachelors Degree holders from other related field of
engineering (such as Marine Engineering, Mining Engineering,
Agricultural Engineering or Chemical Engineering) with a minimum of
second class upper division may also be considered, but they must be
prepared to remedy the deficiencies by taking the recommended
Department’s undergraduate and/or Postgraduate Diploma courses in
addition.
Requirements for Ph.D Admission:
To be admitted into the Ph.D Degree programme in Mechanical
Engineering, each aspiring student must fulfill the following
requirements:
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(i) Satisfy the general University requirements for admission into the
programme.
(ii) Possess a Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum
CGPA OF 4.00 on a 5-point scale or a minimum percentage score of 60%
obtained from a recognized University.
(iii) Provide a copy of the Master’s Degree transcript and the details of
the referees on his/her academic work and
(d) Be successful (score at least 60%) in a proposal presentation/
admission screening interview to be organized by the Department.
51. DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
M.Eng., Ph.D in Civil Engineering in the following areas:
(a) Geotechnical Engineering
(b) Water Resources Engineering
(c) Highway & Transportation Engineering
(d) Structural Engineering
(e) Environmental Engineering
O’Level Admission Requirements:
Candidates must possess at least a credit pass in five subjects including
Mathematics, English Language, Physics, Chemistry and Biology to be
qualified for admission into M.Eng Programme in Civil Engineering.
Admission Requirements for Master of Engineering (M.Eng)
To be admitted into any of the Specializations in the M.Eng (Civil
Engineering) Degree Programme, a candidate must possess a minimum of
second class (Honours) Degree in Civil Engineering, with a minimum CGPA
above 3.0 on a 5 point scale obtained from the University of Port
Harcourt or any other approved University. Preference will be given to
those with a CGPA of 3.5 and above (corresponding to second class
Honours Upper Division or First Class).
Admission Requirements for Ph.D
Candidates for Admission into Ph.D Civil Engineering Programme must
possess the Master of Engineering or Master of Science Degree in Civil
Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt or any other
recognized University with at least a CGPA) of 4.0 on a 5 point scale
(corresponding to an average score of a B grade).
52. DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
ENGINEERING
(i) M.Eng. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering in the following areas:
(a) Power System and Machines
(b) Electronics and Telecommunications
(ii) Ph.D in Electrical Engineering and Technology in the following areas:
a. Power Systems Engineering
b. Electrical Machines
c. Power Electronics and Drives
d. Instrumentation and Control
K. FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
All Management Sciences Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of
4.0 on a 5-point scale. All Ph.D candidates are expected to attend a
pre-admission oral interview, at which they are REQUIRED to defend
their written proposals
All Management Sciences programmes require O’level credit pass in
English Language, Mathematics, Economics and two other relevant
subjects.
(i) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for PGD Programmes:
Candidates must possess at least a Third Class Degree in the field of
specialization. Other candidates in related Disciplines must possess at
least a
Second Class Honours Degree or a third class. For HND holders, a
minimum of upper credit is acceptable in the related discipline.
(ii) Master of Business Administration (MBA) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for MBA Programmes:
Candidates must have B.Sc Degree in the field of specialization with a
minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale in (Accounting, Finance and
Banking, Management, Marketing). Others from related fields must
possess at least a 3.50 on a 5-point scale from PGD programmes.
(iii) Master of Science (M.Sc) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for MSc Programmes:
Candidates with a minimum of Second Class B.Sc Degree in the field of
specialization with minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its
equivalent.
Holders of MBA in Mgt Sciences with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-
point scale or its equivalent.
(iv) Doctorate Degree (Ph.D) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for Ph.D Programmes:
Candidates must have M.Sc in the field of specialization (Accounting,
Finance and Banking, Management, Marketing) in addition to the other
Faculty Requirements.
(v) Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Programme:
Candidates for the DBA programme must possess an MBA or M.Sc in
Accounting, Finance and Banking, Management, and Marketing or in an
acceptable and closely related area/discipline. The Master’s programme
must have had a Thesis/Research component.
Candidates are required to have had a minimum of 3.5 on a 5- point
scale or 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale in their master’s programme.
Working experience of two years attained in a middle management
position in the corporate world or in an alternative relevant employment
will be an added advantage.
The final selection of candidates for the DBA programme shall be based
on the candidate’s performance at an interview to be conducted by the
Faculty Graduate Studies Committee
DURATION OF GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
A. Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE )
The Programme is to run on a Full-Time basis to last for a minimum of
12 calendar months and maximum of 24 calendar months and two
consecutive long vacation of eight (8) weeks each for sandwich
programme.
B. MBA Programme
Full-Time: Minimum of 24 Calendar Months and Maximum of 48 Calendar
Months
C. MD and MS Programmes
The Programmes will be at least 24 Calendar Months duration.
D. Ph.D Programmes
Full-Time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of 24 calendar
months and a maximum of 60 calendar months.
Part-Time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of 36 calendar
months and a maximum of 84 calendar months.
E. DBA Programme
Full-time candidates shall be required to spend a minimum of three (3)
years and a maximum of five (5) years from the date of first
registration.
Part-time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of five (5)
years and a maximum of seven (7) years.
GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ALL PGD PROGRAMMES
The minimum requirement for the Postgraduate Diploma Programmes is a
Bachelor’s Degree in the related disciplines. Candidates must possess at
least a Second Class Honours Degree or Third Class in the related
Discipline. For HND holders a minimum of Upper Credit is acceptable in
the relevant Departments.
PGDC
For the Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry (PGDC) Programme,
candidates with Third Class need not apply.
MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES
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Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree of the
University of Port Harcourt or any recognized University, in the
relevant course with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 points on a 5-point scale
or its equivalent. Candidates for the Master’s in Education must have
obtained a first Degree in another field and in addition a Postgraduate
Diploma in Education (PGDE) with at least an Upper Credit classification.
Candidates for the MBA Programme must possess a strong quantitative
background. Candidates with PGD must have a CGPA of 3.50 to register
for Master’s Degree in the relevant field
Ph.D PROGRAMMES
Generally, for the Ph.D Programmes, candidates should have a Master’s
Degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.5 or 4.0 depending on the Department
or its equivalent grade in the relevant discipline at the Master’s level.
Admission will be based on interview performance. Ph.D involves course
work and qualifying examination.
MD/MS PROGRAMME
(A) Candidates must either be graduates of Medicine (MBBS) of the
University of Port Harcourt for not less than five (5) years or
confirmed and experienced academic staff of the University with Medical
Degree of recognized University.
(B) In addition to the above, candidates must possess either a
recognized professional qualification at the fellowship level or at least
an M.Sc Degree of a recognized University, after the MBBS Degree
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Application Fee of Fourteen Thousand Naira (N 14,000.00) should be paid
online at any of the following Banks: U&C Microfinance Bank, UBA, Union
Bank, Access Bank, Eco Bank and First Bank and the sum of Six
Thousand Naira (N 6,000.00) for Prospectus should be paid by Teller at
U&C Microfinance Bank, Choba Park..
Candidates should also visit www.cgs.uniportdatacenter.net/portal/
application to download the Application Forms after payment.
Please note that payment for Application Form does not guarantee
admission and the application fee is non-refundable.
ENCLOSURES TO ACCOMPANY THE SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION FORMS
Please enclose two copies of the following documents:
(i) Degree/Postgraduate Diploma Certificate
(ii) NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption Certificate
(iii) O’Level Certificate
(iv) Birth Certificate/Affidavit of Age Declaration
(v) Marriage Certificate/Newspaper Publication of Change of Name
where applicable
(vi) Local Government Identification Letter and
(vii) Receipts of payment for the Form
For Further inquiries, please contact the following between 9.00 a.m
and 4.00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
THE GRADUATE STUDIES OFFICER
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES – 07059243946
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
P. M. B. 5323, PORT HARCOURT.
OR
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
LIAISON OFFICE
NO. 6 HARARE STREET
WUSE ZONE 6 – 08037086089
ABUJA.
OR
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
LAGOS LIAISON OFFICE
23 BUSH STREET, OKUPE ESTATE, – 08023415448
MENDE,
MARYLAND, LAGOS.
CLOSING DATE
Completed Application Forms with all necessary enclosures must be
returned to the Office of the Graduate Studies Officer, not later than
Wednesday, August 31, 2016.
DORCAS D. OTTO (MRS.)
Registrar

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