Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) Postgraduate Application Form 2015/16 Is On Sale

The Management of  Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU), Katsin invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Postgraduate Programmes for the 2015/2016 academic session.
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES:
1. FACULTY OF EDUCATION
a).Department of Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instructions
M.Ed. Educational Psychology
b)Department of Library and Information Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Information and Record Management (PGDIRM)
2. FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
a).Department of Arabic
M. A. Arabic
Ph.D Arabic
b).Department of Nigerian Languages (Hausa)
M.A. Hausa
Ph.D. Hausa
c). Department of History and Security Studies
M.A History
Ph.D. History
d). Department of Islamic Studies
M. A. Islamic Studies
Ph.D. Islamic Studies
e)Department of English and French
M.A. English
3. FACULTY OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
a).Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry
M.Sc. Chemistry
b). Department of Geography
Postgraduate Diploma in Resource Development (PGDRD)
Masters in Resource Development (MRD)
M.Sc. Geography
Ph.D. Geography
c).Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
M.Sc. Computer Science
M.Sc. Mathematics
d) Department of Biology
M.Sc. Biology
DURATION
Postgraduate Diploma - 2 to 4 Semesters
Masters in Resource Development (MRD) - 2 to 4 Semesters
M.A./M.Sc. - 4 to 6 Semesters
Ph.D -   6 to 10 Semesters
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Postgraduate Diploma
The following shall qualify for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma   Programmes:-

(i) Graduates of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) or other recognized Universities.
(ii) Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of lower credit pass or its equivalent in relevant areas.
(iii) Candidates who hold qualifications other than the above, which are acceptable to the Senate of the University.
(iv) Candidates must satisfy the University’s requirements for matriculation i.e. five credit passes at the O’level to include English Language and Mathematics.
Master’s Degree
The following shall qualify for the Master’s Degree Programmes: -
(i) Graduates of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University or other recognized Universities who have obtained the approved degree of Bachelor with at least Second-Class Honours (CGPA 3.00) or its equivalent, or candidates with University degree and appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of UMYU or any recognized University with at least a credit level pass.
(ii) Candidates whose degrees are unclassified should score an average of “C” or 50% or above.
(iii) Candidates with only Bachelors degree in third class division who have at least five years relevant working experience. This shall be applicable to MRD only.
(iv) Candidate who possess HND with at least a credit pass from recognized institutions and at least credit pass at Postgraduate Diploma of UMYU or any other recognized institution in the relevant areas. This shall be applicable to MRD only.
(v) Candidates who hold qualifications other than the ones listed above, which are acceptable to the Senate of the University.
(vi)  In addition to (i) - (v) above, a candidate must satisfy the University’s requirements for matriculation i.e. five credit passes at the O’level to include English Language and Mathematics.
(vii)Also candidates seeking admission into the M.A, M.Ed. and M.Sc. programmes shall sit an entrance examination to be conducted by the University.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
The following shall qualify for the Doctor of Philosophy Programmes: -
(i) Graduates of UMYU and other recognized universities who have obtained a good Masters Degree with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5 point scale or a CGPA of 3.00 on a 4 point scale appropriate to the proposed areas of study.(ii) Candidates with the Degree of Professional Masters with at least a Bachelor’s Degree may qualify for admission provided that they satisfy the condition in (i) above.
(iii) Graduates of UMYU or other recognized Universities who have obtained Masters of Philosophy degree appropriate to the proposed areas of study.
(iv) In addition to (i), (ii) and (iii) above candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Second Class Lower division (CGPA 3.00).
(v) Candidates who hold qualifications other than the above, which are acceptable to the Senate of the University.
(vi) In addition to (i) – (v) above, a candidate must satisfy the University’s requirements for matriculation i.e. five credit passes at the O'level to include English Language and Mathematics.
(vii) In addition to (i) – (vi) above, a candidate must submit a copy of his/her MA/MSc thesis as part of the requirement for admission.
(viii) A candidate must state the proposed area of Research and submit a synopsis of not less than 500 words for the proposed topic of research.
Method of Application:

Interested candidates for all the Postgraduate Programmes can download the application and related Forms (PG01, PG02 and PG03) from www.umyu.edu.ng FREE OF CHARGE.
Submission of Application Forms
(i) Completed application Forms should be returned to the Secretary, Postgraduate School, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, P.M.B 2218, Katsina not later than 11th December, 2015.
(ii) Each completed application form should be accompanied with a bank draft of N10,000:00 or 100 USD for foreign applicants in the name of the University or teller from Ja’iz Bank( Account number 0000595829).
(iii) All candidates are advised to check the University’s website for acknowledgement after the closing date.
(iv) All candidates are required to request their previous institutions to forward copies of their academic transcripts accompanied by Form B, to the Secretary Postgraduate School, Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina.

NDA Postgraduate Programme Registration has commenced for the 2015/2016 Academic Session.

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Postgraduate School, Kaduna, wishes to inform interested candidates and the general public that the sales of application forms for Full-Time and Part-Time Postgraduate Programmes has commenced for the 2015/2016 Academic Session.

FULL-TIME PROGRAMME:

DEGREE PROGRAMMES
The Following Degree Programmes are available in the Faculties and Departments listed below:

FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Department of Accounting

• MSc in Accounting
• PhD in Accounting

Department of Economics

• MSc in Economics
• PhD in Economics

Department of Geography

• MSc Geography in Environmental Management
• MSc Geography in Climatology
• MSc in Urban Geography
• MSc Geography in Remote Sensing/GIS
• PhD Geography in Environmental Management
• PhD Geography in Climatology
• PhD in Urban Geography
• PhD Geography in Remote Sensing/GIS

Department of History & International Studies

• MA in Military History
• MA in International Studies
• PhD in Military History
• PhD in International Studies

Department of Political Science and Defence Studies

• MSc in Defence and Strategic Studies
• PhD in Defence and Strategic Studies

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

Department of Biological Sciences

• MSc in Medicinal and Poisonous Plant Studies
• MSc in Biotechnology
• MSc in Parasitology

Department of Chemistry

• MSc in Analytical Chemistry
• MSc in Organic Chemistry
• MSc in Inorganic Chemistry
• MSc in Material Science and Explosives
• MSc in Environmental Chemistry
• PhD in Analytical Chemistry
• PhD in Organic Chemistry
• PhD in Inorganic Chemistry

Department of Mathematics/Computer Science

• MSc in Pure Mathematics
• MSc in Applied Mathematics
• PhD in Pure Mathematics

Department of Physics

• MSc in Theoretical Physics
• MSc in Nuclear and Radiation Physics
• MSc in Solid State Physics
• PhD in Theoretical Physics
• PhD in Nuclear and Radiation Physics
• PhD in Solid State Physics

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Electrical/Electronics Engineering

• M.Eng in Electronics and Communications Engineering
• PhD in Electronics and Communications Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering

• M.Eng in Production Engineering
• M.Eng in Thermofluid & Energy Engineering
• M.Eng in Material and Metallurgical Engineering
• PhD in Production Engineering
• PhD in Thermofluid & Energy Engineering
• PhD in Material and Metallurgical Engineering

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

The following part-time PGD programmes are available in the faculty and departments listed below:

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Department of Electrical/Electronics Engineering

• PGD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (PGDEE)

Department of Civil Engineering

• PGD in Civil Engineering (PGDCE)

Department of Mechanical Engineering

• PGD in Mechanical Engineering (PGDME)

DURATION OF PROGRAMME

Each student admitted for Master's or PhD Degree Programme must pursue a FULL - TIME course of study and research in the Academy. Depending on the Degree in View, the following conditions are also applicable.

• A student for the Master's Degree shall pursue the programme for 2 years (4 semesters).
• Candidates for PhD Degree shall pursue the programme for 3 years (6 semesters).

At the expiration of the period of study for any given programme, a student who has not completed his/her programme shall be withdrawn from the Academy. However, in exceptional circumstances, application for extension to complete the programme may be entertained. Extension shall not exceed a period of one year (2 Semesters) in case of Master’s degree and 2 years (4 semesters) in case of Ph.D.
PROFESSIONAL POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The requirements for the various programmes are as follows:
a. Master’s Degree. Candidates applying for the professional Masters programmes must possess a Bachelor degree with a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division). Candidates with Third Class degree or Higher National Diploma must also possess a Postgraduate Diploma in a related discipline from any recognised university to be eligible for admission. HND candidates must possess a minimum of Lower Credit to apply.
b. PGD Programmes. Candidates applying for the Postgraduate Diploma programme must possess a Bachelor degree from the Nigerian Defence Academy or any other recognised university, or a Higher National Diploma.
FULL –TIME POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The requirements for the various programmes are as follows:
a. Master’s (MA. MEng and MSc) Degrees. A candidate seeking admission into the Master’s Degree programme shall be a graduate of the Nigerian Defence Academy or any other recognized university. Such candidate must possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) in the relevant field of study.
b. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree. A candidate for PhD Degree must possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) at Bachelor Degree and a Master’s Degree in the proposed field of study from a recognized university. In addition, the candidate must

PART-TIME PROGRAMME:

DEGREE PROGRAMMES
The Following Part-Time degree programmes are available in the faculties and departments listed below:

FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Department of Economics

• Master in Business Administration (MBA)

Department of History & International Studies

• Master in Development Studies (MDS)

Department of Political Science and Defence Studies

• Master in International Affairs and Strategic Studies (MIASS)
• Master in Strategy and Security Administration (MASSA)
• Master in Public Administration (MPA)
• Master in Conflict, Security and Development (MCSD)

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

The following part-time PGD programmes are available in the faculties and departments listed below:

FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Department of Accounting

• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounts & Finance (PGDAF)

Department of Economics

• Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Department of Geography

• Postgraduate Diploma in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (PGD RS/GIS)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Management (PGDEM)

Department of Political Science and Defence Studies

• Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration (PGDPA)

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

Department of Biological Sciences

• Postgraduate Diploma in Biotechnology(PGDBT)

Department of Chemistry

• Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Chemistry (PGDFC)

Department of Computer Science

• Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS)

Department of Mathematics

• Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Research in Security (PGDOPS)

Department of Physics

• Postgraduate Diploma in Applied and Industrial Physics (PGDAIP)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Master's DegreeCandidates applying for the Part-Time Masters Programmes must possess a Bachelor Degree with a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division). Candidates with Third Class Degree or Higher National Diploma must also possess a Postgraduate Diploma in a related discipline from any recognised University to be eligible for admission. HND Candidates must possess a minimum of Lower Credit to apply.
• PGD ProgrammesCandidates applying for the Postgraduate Diploma programme must possess a Bachelor degree from the Nigerian Defence Academy or any other recognised university, or a Higher National Diploma.

DURATION OF PROGRAMME

Each admitted student for Part-Time Master's Degree Programme must pursue weekend mode of study and research on Fridays and Saturdays for the period of the study. The following conditions are also applicable.

• A student of Master Degree shall pursue the Programme for 1 year (2 semesters) except MBA programme which runs for 2 years.
• A student of Postgraduate Diploma shall pursue the programme for 1 year (2 semesters).

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Candidates are required to purchase Access or PIN Codes available at all Zenith Bank Branches and Cash Offices nationwide at the cost of ₦7,500.00 only, excluding bank charges of ₦500.00, for online application.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

Upon Purchase of Access or PIN Codes, prospective Candidates should log on to http://ndaapplications.net/ and complete the online application form. Kindly note that your application is not complete until all copies of your Credentials, Acknowledgement Form, Referee Form, Application for Transcripts Form and Medical Report Forms, have been submitted along with your application. Candidates can either upload the aforementioned items, when they sign in, or mail them to:
The Secretary,
Postgraduate School,
Nigerian Defence Academy,
P.M.B. 2109 Kaduna

ACCOMODATION

Limited number of rooms are available in the NDA Postgraduate School Hostel on First Come First Served basis.

Application Closing Date:

2015/2016 Elano Investment Limited Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme Is Ongoing – Apply Now

This is to bring to the notice of  those from the host community of Indorama/Eleme Petrochemicals Limited that want to do their postgraduate Programme Abroad.

Applications are now open for the ELANO INVESTMENT LIMITED POST GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME for graduates from the host communities of Indorama/Eleme Petrochemicals Limited.
The postgraduate scholarship scheme is managed by the British Council on behalf of Elano Investment Limited and will support postgraduate degree study at selected universities in the UK in the academic year 2015/16. It is targeted specifically at graduates from the host communities of Indorama/Eleme Petrochemicals Limited.
The scheme aims to support indigenes of the host communities of Indorama/Eleme Petrochemicals Ltd in their ambitions to develop the required skills to become future leaders of industry. It is designed to provide a platform for further development to individuals who are committed to the development of their local communities and interested in making a real contribution to their local environment and country at large.

WHAT THE SCHOLARSHIP COVERS

This is a fully funded scholarship and it will cover the following:

• Scholar flights to and from the UK
• Monthly scholar maintenance fees for the duration of the scholarship
• Full Course Tuition Fees
• Visa application fees

FOCUS AREAS

Postgraduate degree study in the following subject areas is supported:

• Business
•  Engineering
•  Environmen
•  IT
•  Law
•  Public Health

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered:

• Completed a first degree with a  minimum 2.2 (second class lower degree) 
• Have completed their NYSC by 1 October 2015
• Be under 30 years old on 1 October 2015
• Be indigenes of one of the host communities of Indorama/Eleme Petrochemicals Limited, by which their father must be from one of the communities.  
• Provide the names and contact details of two community leaders in the Indorama/Eleme Petrochemicals host communities who will be their referees.
• Be in possession of a valid international passport by 1 July 2015.

DEADLINES:

• Application platform opens on Monday, 13th July 2015 and closes on Wednesday, 29th July 2015.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY  http://www.britishcouncil.org.ng/elano-postgraduate-scholarship

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2015 Swansea University Scholarship For Engineering PhD Students Is On(ShareTHIS)

We want to inform you that Applications are ongoing for the 2015 Fully-funded PhD Studentship in Engineering at Swansea University, UK. Swansea University’s College of Engineering provides a fantastic study environment for postgraduate students. The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 ranks Engineering at Swansea as 10th in the UK for the combined score in research quality across the Engineering disciplines.

This scholarship is funded by, and is part of, The National Research Network in Advanced Engineering and Materials (AEM), which is a transformative alliance that will enhance fundamental and applied research. UK/EU and international students can apply for this studentship.

Scholarship Worth

The studentship covers the full cost of UK/EU tuition fees, plus a tax free stipend of £14,562 p.a. There will also be additional funds available for research expenses and conference attendance.

Eligibility:

Looking for qualified candidates that are imaginative, driven and ambitious. Applicants should hold or be completing an undergraduate honours degree with a 1st or a 2.1 classification.

• Degrees in all areas of chemistry (especially electrochemistry), materials science, engineering, and other related subjects will be considered.
• UK/EU and international students are welcome to apply, though only UK/EU fees are covered by this studentship.
• International students will be required to pay the difference between UK/EU and international fees.

Steps To Apply and Deadline

To apply for this studentship, please send a CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the project by electronically. The application deadline is 24th April 2015.
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EQUITY AND MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOR MASTER STUDENTS AT UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER IN UK IS ON

This is to inform our readers that they can NOW Apply for they ongoing Equity and Merit Scholarships for Masters Students at University of Manchester in UK. This scholarship scheme is majorly for the following courses Engineering, Environment, education, Medical and Life Sciences, Law and Textiles.

The students of Bangladesh, Uganda and Tanzania can apply for these scholarships. The scholarships cover full tuition fees, return international air fares and living expenses. The application deadline is 14 March 2015 for Bangladesh and 20 March 2015 for Uganda and Tanzania.

Study Subject(s):

Scholarships are available in a wide range of subjects including Engineering, Environment, education, Medical and Life Sciences, Law and Textiles. Scholarships are not available for business and finance courses.

Scholarship Value

The scholarships cover full tuition fees, return international air fares and living expenses. It is offered for duration of the program and only twelve scholarships are available.

Eligibility:

The master’s scholarships are aimed at academically excellent, young professionals with at least two years’ post-graduation work experience. Applicants must:

• be a resident citizen of Bangladesh, Uganda and Tanzania and have not previously studied abroad;
• hold a first or upper second class undergraduate degree;
• have a minimum of two years’ relevant work experience;
• be committed to returning home and able to demonstrate his/her potential to make a positive impact on the future of Bangladesh, Uganda and Tanzania;
• have a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5. However, please be aware that some courses require a score of 7.0 for Bangladesh. Have achieved a grade C in English Language at Tanzania Certificate of Secondary Education level; or, have a minimum IELTS result of 6.5 for Tanzania. have achieved a grade 4 or above in English Language at Ugandan Certificate of Education level; or, have a minimum IELTS Result of 6.5 for Uganda.

Application Procedure and Deadline

The mode of applying is online. It is not necessary to have an offer of admission to apply for the scholarship. Please do not apply online for academic admission. The application deadline is 14 March 2015 for Bangladesh and 20 March 2015 for Uganda and Tanzania.

Click the link to visit the Official Scholarship Website page – http://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/funding/international/equity-merit-scholarships/

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Kaduna State University kasu Post Utme 2014 – Exam Date, Cut off Mark, Registration Details

Kaduna State University kasu Post Utme 2014 form is out. This is to invite all candidates who chose Kaduna State University in the 2014 UTME and scored 180/or above to a screening exercise that will be conducted in a Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.

METHOD OF APPLICATION: Interested candidates are to visit the university website at www.kasu.edu.ng and select POST- UTME REGISTRATION to fill the applicant profile with a valid e-mail address. An alert will be sent to the applicant with the username and password for the portal login. Candidates are then required to login to the kwasu post utme portal to fill and submit the registration form.

Applicants are then required to click on proceed for payment to make an online payment of N2,200.00 (Being cost of 2014 UTME screening) with a valid ATM card (Debit Card). If payment is successful, applicants will be allowed to print photo card with information on date , time and venue of the screening examination.

SCREENING DATE & DETAILS: The screening exercise will take place from Thursday 7th to Thursday 14th August, 2014.

Applicants should report at the Science Lecture Theatre, Faculty of Science, Main Campus, Kaduna State University, Tafawa Balewa Way, Kaduna at least one hour before the scheduled time as indicated on the candidate’s slip.

NOTE: GSM phones are not allowed during the exam. Any candidate who fails to register or fails to appear for the screening exam on the stipulated date will not be considered for admission.

CLOSING DATE: Application closes on Wednesday 6th August, 2014.

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ABU Zaria Releases 2013/2014 Post Graduates Admission List!!

Scholars NG wishes to notify the general public, especially the 2013/2014 Post Graduate Students of ABU Zaria that the Institution Has released her Admission List.

The list has been Uploaded online for public viewing..

Concerned candidates can access their admission status by visiting THIS LINK

When the above page opens, Candidates are adviced to follow the below step to check on their admission Status..

1. Enter your Full Name in the space provided,
2. Write your Application Number in the next space,
3. Supply the Programme you applied for,
4. Click search to know your admission status.

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University Of Abuja UNIABUJA 2014/2015 Post Graduate Application Admission Form Is Out

This is to inform the general public that the University of Abuja, UNIABUJA has commenced sales of her 2014/2015 post graduate application form.

Application is ongoing and below are the available programmes:

1. Faculty of Education
Dept. of Counseling and Educational Psychology
Master of Education [MEd.] Educational Psychology
Master of Education [GuidanceCounseling]
Master of Philosophy [M.Phil.] Educational Psychology
Master of Philosophy [GuidanceCounseling]
PhD. Educational Psychology
PhD. Guidance and Counseling

2. Faculty of Management Sciences.
Department of Accounting
M.Sc. AccountingFinance
Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting Dept. of Business Administration
Master of Science [M.Sc] in Business Administration
PhD. Business Administration

3.) Faculty of Social Science
Department of Economics
Ph.D. Economics
M.Sc. Economics
Master in Financial Economics [MFE)
Department of Sociology
M.Sc. Ph.D. Gender Studies
M.Sc. Ph.D. Sociology of Development
MSc. Ph.D. Industrial Sociology
M.Sc. Ph.D. Criminology
M.Sc. Ph.D. Demography
Postgraduate Diploma in Intercultural Conflicts Communications
Postgraduate Diploma in Gender Studies

Eligibility

A Candidate for postgraduate studies in the University of Abuja must have obtained at least five (5) credits in WASC, NECO, GCE (ordinary level or the equivalents, including English Language and Mathematics). Four credits at Ordinary level plus OND (Not pass) NCE or Advanced level passes.

A holder of a Pass (Degree/Diploma) is not qualified for admission into the Postgraduate programme of the University.

A candidate applying for PhD in any programme of the
University of Abuja must have obtained a weighted average score of 60% or letter grade ‘B average in the Master degree.

A candidate applying for PhD with a Master’s degree from any other University who in his Master’s study has not previously taken the compulsory courses or their equivalents, similar to the ones in the University of Abuja shall on admission be required to offer and pass such courses with a minimum of 60% or letter grade ‘B’.

To qualify for admission into Postgraduate studies,, the requisite qualification for each programme must have been cleared from either the University of Abuja or any other recognized University.

How to Apply

Application forms can be purchased from the Gwagwalada branch of the following banks: First Bank, Unity Bank, UBA, Zenith Bank and EcoBank Plc, at the cost of Ten thousand Five hundred Naira (N10,500.00) each.

Application forms must be completed and submitted to:
The Secretary,
Postgraduate School,
University of Abuja,
Main Campus Abuja-Airport road, Gwagwalada (P.M.B 117, Abuja), F.C.T, Abuja.

Note: Candidates are advised to ensure that transcripts of their academic records are sent directly to the University within the time stipulated for the receipt of application.The transcripts must indicate the Department/Courses into which admission is being sought.

Closing Date:
Application closes Tuesday, 10th June, 2014.

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