COLLEGE OF PROGRADUATE STUDIES

ADMISSION INTO POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES (FULL TIME AND PART TIME FOR
2018/2019 ACADEMIC SESSION)
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM SUITABLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR
ADMISSION INTO THE POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA, PROFESSIONAL AND
ACADEMIC MASTER’S/Ph.D DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2018/2019
ACADEMIC SESSION

UNIQUENESS
 100% accreditation by NUC and relevant Professional Bodies in all 47 programmes offered
by ABUAD
 ABUAD “a model, reference point and benchmark” for other universities by NUC whilst
UNESCO and other stakeholders have acknowledged the university as “a world class
university.”
 Consistent, predictable and assured Academic calendar.
 Best Private University out of 68 Private Universities in Nigeria by Google Scholar
(Transparent) Ranking in January 2018 ranking.
 Winner, Socrates Award for Best Enterprise in Africa by European Business Assembly in
Oxford.
 Graduated 5 sets of students in seven years - 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
 Best University Law Faculty Award – Institute of Government Research and Leadership
Technology, 2012.
 Fulbright Scholarships available
 Freedom of religion
 ABUAD: “A Template for Engineering Education in Nigeria” by NSE.
 ABUAD: “Pride of University Education System in Nigeria” by NUC.
 37 well-equipped Laboratories in Engineering – “40% peculiar to ABUAD” – NSE.
 Best Law College in West Africa – NUC.
 2015 Africa Champion in Microsoft Imagine Cup in Seattle, USA.
 2016 World Champion in Unilever Competition in London.
 2017 Nigerian Champion in Microsoft Imagine Cup in Lagos, Nigeria

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING ii. Communications

Available Programmes: iii .Power Systems)

1. Department of Electrical and Electronics; and c. Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering (with specialization in
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical and Electronics i. Computer System Architecture
Engineering ii.Intelligent Robotics and Automation)
b. Master of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics
Engineering 2.Department of Civil Engineering
(with specialization in a. Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering
i. Control & Instrumentation b. Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering
 (with specialization in
i. Structural Engineering
ii. Geotechnical Engineering
iii. Transportation/ Highway Engineering
vi. Water Resources and Environmental
Engineering
v. Construction Engineering)
3. Department of Chemical /Petroleum Engineering
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering
b. Master of Engineering in Petroleum Engineering
(with specialization in
i. Reservoir Engineering
ii. Production Engineering
iii. Petroleum Economics Gas Engineering
iv. Drilling Engineering)
c. Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering
d. Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
4.Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics
Engineering
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
b. Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
(with specialization in
i. Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
ii. Plant Engineering
c.Master of Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering
(with specialization in
i. Industrial Automation
ii. Robotics
COLLEGE OF LAW
Available Programme:
a. LL.M Law
COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Available Programmes:
1.Department of Human Anatomy
a. Master of Science in Anatomy
2. Department of Human Nutrition and Dietetics
a. Master of Science in Human Nutrition
3. Department of Human Physiology
a. Master of Science in Human Physiology
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Available Programmes:
1. Department of Economics and Management
Studies
a.Postgraduate Diploma in Economics
b. Master of Science in Economics
c. Ph.D Economics
Eligibility: Candidates must possess one of the
following qualifications:
 A Master of Science (MSc Degree in
Economics of Afe Babalola University or
any other University recognized by the
Senate of Afe Babalola University with a
minimum of 60% or a cumulative grade
point average (CGPA) of 3.50.
 Any candidate with a CGPA less than 3.50
with a minimum of 3.00 shall be admitted
to M.Phil/Ph.D programme in the first
instance, with the opportunity to convert to
the Ph.D programme later.
 An M.Phil degree in Economics of any
University recognized by the Senate of Afe
Babalola University, with a minimum of
CGPA of 3.50.
(with specialization in
i. International Economics option
ii. Petroleum and Energy Economics option
iii. Monetary Economics option)
d. Postgraduate Diploma in Management
e. Master of Science in Management
(with specialization in
i. General Management
ii. Human Resources Management
iii. Labour and Industrial Relations)
f. Master of Business Administration (MBA)
(with specialization in
i. Human Resource Management
ii. Marketing
iii. International Business
iv. Entrepreneurship and Small Business
Management)
g. Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting
h. Master of Science in Accounting
i. Ph.D Accounting
Eligibility: Candidates must possess one of the
following qualifications:
 A Master of Science (MSc Degree in
Accounting of Afe Babalola University or
any other University recognized by the
Senate of Afe Babalola University with a
 minimum of 60% or a cumulative grade
point average (CGPA) of 3.50.
 Any candidate with a CGPA less than 3.50
with a minimum of 3.00 shall be admitted
to M.Phil/Ph.D programme in the first
instance, with the opportunity to convert to
the Ph.D programme later.
 An M.Phil degree in Accounting of any
University recognized by the Senate of
AfeBabalola University, with a minimum of
CGPA of 3.50.
(with specialization in
i. Financial Accounting
ii. Forensic Accounting
iii. Accounting Information Systems
iv. Auditing
v. Taxation
vi. Management Accounting
vii. Environmental Accounting
viii. International Accounting
ix. Oil and Gas
i.Postgraduate Diploma in Banking & Finance
j.Master of Science in Banking & Finance
(with specialization in
i. Banking
ii. Finance
iii. Insurance Business
iv. Finance and Accounting
v. International Finance
vi. Agricultural Finance
vii. Corporate Finance
viii. Bank Management
ix. Public Sector Finance
x. Pension Management
xi. Mortgage Finance
xii. Entrepreneurial Finance)
k. Master of Science in Finance
l. Ph.D Finance
Eligibility: Candidates must possess one of the
following qualifications:
 A Master of Science (MSc Degree in Finance
of Afe Babalola University or any other
University recognized by the Senate of Afe
Babalola University with a minimum of
60% or a cumulative grade point average
(CGPA) of 3.50.
 Any candidate with a CGPA less than 3.50
with a minimum of 3.00 shall be admitted
to M.Phil/Ph.D programme in the first
instance, with the opportunity to convert to
the Ph.D programme later.
 An M.Phil degree in Finance of any
University recognized by the Senate of
AfeBabalola University, with a minimum of
CGPA of 3.50.
m. Master of Science in Human Resource
Management
n. Master in Industrial and Labour Relations (MILR)
2.Department of Media and Communication Studies
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Media and Communication
Studies
b. Master of Science in Media and Communication
Studies
(with specialization in
i. Print Journalism (Newspaper & Magazine)
ii. Broadcast Journalism (Radio/Television)
iii. Advertising and Public Relations (PRAD))
3. Department of Political Science
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Conflict, Peace and
Strategic Studies
b. Master of Science in Conflict, Peace and Strategic
Studies
[with specialization in
i. International Development Studies (IDS)
ii. Gender and Peace Building (GPB)
iii. International Peace Studies (IPS)
iv. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
v. Strategic Studies (SS)
vi. Peace Education/Education for Peace (PE)
vii. Media, Peace and Conflict Studies (MPCS)]
c. Master of Science in Political Science
[with specialization in
i. Comparative Politics (CP)
ii. Public Administration (PA)
iii. International Relations, Peace and Strategic
Studies (IPS)
iv. Political Theory and Philosophy (PTP)
v. Political Economy and Development Studies
(PEDS)]
4. Department of International Relations
a. Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations and
Diplomacy
b. Master of Science in International Relations and
Diplomacy
(with specialization in
i. International Relations
ii. Foreign Policy
iii. Conflict and International Security
iv. Intelligence and Security Studies
v. Peace and Conflict Studies
vi. International Law
vii. Defence Policy
viii. Strategic Studies
ix. Gender Studies
c. Master of International Relations and Diplomacy
(MIRD) Professional
d. Postgraduate Diploma in Intelligence & Security
Studies
e. Master of Science in Intelligence & Security Studies
(with specialization in
i. Agent Handling
ii. Intelligence Organisations
Iii.Intelligence Analysis and Production
Iv.Security Studies)
5. Department of Tourism and Events Management
Studies
a.Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism and Events
Management
b. Master of Science in Tourism and Events
Management
COLLEGE OF SCIENCES
Available Programmes:
1.Department of Chemical Sciences
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Biochemistry
b. Master of Science in Biochemistry
c. Ph.D Microbiology
Eligibility: Candidates must possess one of the
following qualifications:
 A Master of Science (MSc Degree in
Biochemistry of AfeBabalola University or
any other University recognized by the
Senate of AfeBabalola University with a
minimum of 60% or a cumulative grade
point average (CGPA) of 3.50.
 Any candidate with a CGPA less than 3.50
with a minimum of 3.00 shall be admitted
to M.Phil/Ph.D programme in the first
instance, with the opportunity to convert to
the Ph.D programme later.
 An M.Phil degree in Biochemistry of any
University recognized by the Senate of
AfeBabalola University, with a minimum of
CGPA of 3.50.
(with specialization in
i. Medical Biochemistry and Toxicology
ii. Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
iii. Food and Nutritional Biochemistry)
c. Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Chemistry
d. Master of Science in Industrial Chemistry
(with specialization in
i. Organic/Natural product Chemistry
ii. Analytical Chemistry
iii. Environmental Chemistry and Pollution
control)
2. Department of Biological Sciences
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology
b. Master of Science in Microbiology
c. Ph.D Microbiology
Eligibility: Candidates must possess one of the
following qualifications:
 A Master of Science (MSc Degree in
Microbiology of Afe Babalola University or
any other University recognized by the
Senate of Afe Babalola University with a
minimum of 60% or a cumulative grade
point average (CGPA) of 3.50.
 Any candidate with a CGPA less than 3.50
with a minimum of 3.00 shall be admitted
to M.Phil/Ph.D programme in the first
instance, with the opportunity to convert to
the Ph.D programme later.
 An M.Phil degree in Microbiology of any
University recognized by the Senate of Afe
Babalola University, with a minimum of
CGPA of 3.50.
 (with specialization in
i. Medical/Pathogenic Microbiology
ii. Environmental Microbiology
iii. Food and Industrial Microbiology)
d. Master of Science in Biology
(with specialization in
i. Ecology and Environmental Science
ii. Parasitology
iii. Biotechnology
iv. Phytomedicine)
3. Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science
b. Master of Science in Computer Science
(with specialization in
i. Cybersecurity
ii. Computer Science Theory/Systems and
Foundation of Computer Science
iii. Software Engineering
iv. Database Systems/Data Engineering)
c. Postgraduate Diploma in Physics with Electronics
d. Master of Science in Physics with Electronics
(with specialization in
i. Solid State Physics/Material Science
ii. Electronic Measurements and
Instrumentation)
4. Department of Geology
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Geology
b. Master of Science in Geology
(with specialization in
i. Sedimentary/Petroleum Geology
ii. Engineering Geology and Geotechnics
iii. Petroleum Geophysics
iv. Environmental/Groundwater Geophysics
v. Mineral Exploration
vi. Petrology/Structural Geology)
5. Department of Agricultural Economics
a. Postgraduate Diploma in Agricultural Economics
b. Master of Science in Agricultural Economics
(with specialization in
i. Production Economics
ii. Resource Economics
iii. Micro and Macro Economics
iv. Industrial Economics
v. Marketing and Value Addition Economics)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
(A) Postgraduate Diploma Programmes
The criteria for admission into the PGD programme
will be as follow:
 All candidates must have five credit passes
including English, Mathematics and three other
relevant subjects at ‘O’ Level.
 Candidates with Bachelor’s degree from any NUC
approved University must obtain a minimum of
3rd Class degree in the relevant discipline.
 Holders of HND in relevant programmes from
approved Institutions with a minimum of Lower
Credit may also be considered for admission.
(B) Master’s Degree Programmes
The criteria for admission into the Masters
Programme (M.Sc.) will be as follow:
1. All candidates must have five credit passes
including English, Mathematics and three other
relevant subjects at ‘O’ Level.
2. Professional Master’s Degree Programme
 Candidates for professional Master’s degree
programme must obtain a minimum of Second
Class Lower Division in the relevant discipline of
universities approved by the National Universities
Commission (NUC).
 Candidates with university degree in Third Class or
HND plus a university PGD at credit level pass,
may be considered for admission into professional
Master’s degree programmes.
 All candidates must demonstrate adequate
intellectual capacity, maturity and effective
decision making and problem solving potentials.
3. Academic Master’s Degree Programme
 Candidates with Bachelor’s degrees from the
relevant discipline of other universities
approved by the National Universities
Commission (NUC) must obtain a minimum of
Second Class Lower Division.
 Candidates with at least a Third Class Degree or
HND and university PGD in the relevant
discipline of universities approved by the
National Universities Commission (NUC) may
be considered for admission into academic
Master’s degree programmes.
DURATION OF PROGRAMMES:
a. Postgraduate Diploma Programmes
2 Semesters – Full Time
3 Semesters – Part Time
b. Master of Science & LL.M Programmes
3 Semesters – Full Time
4 Semesters – Part Time
c. Master of Business Administration (MBA)
3 Semesters – Full Time
4 Semesters – Part Time
d. Master of Engineering Programmes
(M.Eng.)
3 Semesters – Full Time
4 Semesters – Part Time
e. Ph.D programmes
3 Years - Full Time
IN ADDITION TO THE STATED ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMMES
ABOVE, ALL APPLICANTS ARE TO NOTE THAT:
 The University Matriculation requirements of
individual Departments running
programme must be satisfied before a
candidate can be considered for admission.
 For admission into any of the programmes,
possession of NYSC
Discharge/Exemption/Exclusion Certificate
issued by the Directorate is compulsory.
(ii) Emmanuel Chambers, Block 4, CMD/Jubilee Road,
Magodo, GRA, Lagos.
(iii) Emmanuel House, 24, Madeira Street, Imani
Estate, Maitama, Abuja
(iv) Emmanuel Chambers, 7, Aba Road, Leventis
B/Stop, Port-Harcourt
(v) Afe Babalola & Co, Emmanuel Chambers, Ibadan,
80, Fajuyi Road, Ekotedo, Ibadan
(vi) Green Ocean Multibiz, 60 Odogun Avenue, New
Layout, Off Jakpa Road, Ekpan, Warri
The Designated Banks are as follows:
1) Afe Babalola University
Name of Account: School of Postgraduate Studies
Name of Bank: Wema Bank Plc
Account Number: 0122203662
2)Afe Babalola University
the Name of Account:School ofPostgraduate Studies
Name of Bank: Union Bank of Nigeria (UBN)
Account Number: 0050182276
3) Afe Babalola University
Name of Account:School of Postgraduate Studies
Name of Bank: United Bank of Africa (UBA),
Account Number: 1020298532

METHODS OF APPLICATION: 4) Afe Babalola University

The methods of application are as follows: Name of Account:School of Postgraduate Studies
(i) click on https://admissions.abuad.edu.ng/ to fill the Name of Bank: Sterling Bank Plc
online form and to make online payment. Account Number: 0064790070
OR
(ii) Download the application form online on the NOTE: Send the Hardcopy of the filled Form and all
University website: www.abuad.edu.ng, then payment supporting documents to:
can either be made online or directly to the designated
accounts Admission fee:
OR PGD/MSc Programmes: - N10,500.00
Ph.D Programmes -
(iii) Purchase form directly after having made payment
online or to the designated accounts from any of the The Secretary,
designated selling centres. College of Postgraduate Studies,
OR Afe Babalola University,
(i) College of Postgraduate Studies, Afe Babalola Km 8.5, AfeBabalola Way,
University, Ado-Ekiti, KM 8.5, AfeBabalola Way, Ijan P.M.B. 5454, Ado – Ekiti,
Road, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State.
Ekiti State, Nigeria.

CLOSING DATE: Friday 31st August, 2018

ENQUIRIES
For further enquiries, please contact:

Tel: 08033262920 - Provost

07032366407 – Admin Officer
08137649067 – Secretary

Email: pg_college@abuad.edu.ng
Skype: abuadng
Website: http://www.abuad.edu.ng

(Signed)
Lady Christie Oluborode
Registrar