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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. FACULTY OF ARTS
A. Department of African Languages
M. A. Yoruba Literature & Culture.
Candidates for admission into the degree of M.A. Yoruba Literature and Culture must
possess any of the following qualifications from Lagos State University or from other
institutions recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University:
a. A Bachelor’s Degree in Yoruba NOT below Second Class Division.
b. A Bachelor’s Degree in Yoruba or Yoruba Education provided all core courses
were taken and passed by such candidate;
c. B. A. Yoruba Communication Arts;
d. Candidates will be required to take a qualifying examination to determine their
suitability for the programme.
Duration: Minimum of 4 semesters and maximum of 6 semesters.
DURATION
M. A. History and Diplomacy runs for Four (4) Semesters and maximum of six (6)
semesters (the final semester being fully devoted to writing the dissertation).
DURATION
Minimum of six (6) Semesters and maximum of ten (10) Semesters.
C. Department of Religions
i. PGD Christian Religious Studies
An immersion programme for non-graduates of Religions to integrate them into
studies for higher degrees in Christian Religious Studies.
Duration: Minimum of two (2) semesters and maximum of four (4) semesters.
Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of ten (10) semesters.
Duration: Minimum of two (2) semesters and maximum of four (4) semesters.
Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters.
D. Department of English
M. A. English
Candidates seeking admission into the Degree programme of M. A. English
Language or M.A. Literature in English must possess:
a. Bachelor’s Degree in English Language, Linguistics or Literature in English NOT
below Second Class Lower Division of Lagos State University or any other
University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University.
Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters.
M.Phil/Ph.D
i. Candidates who possess Master Degree in English Language or literature in
English from a recognized University which include Courses work and
dissertation with CGPA not below 3.5.
ii. The candidates must possess at least five (5) credit passes at the ordinary level
(G.C.E, WASC, and NECO) including English and Mathematics.
Duration: The minimum period of a full time study of M.Phil/Ph.D Degree shall be
for eight (8) semesters. Initial two (2) Semesters for coursework leading to
conversion to Ph.D. Students are required to register every session to maintain
their studentship.
Ph.D
i. Candidates must possess Master’s Degree in English Language or Literature in
English from a recognized University, with cumulative Grade point Average
(CGPA) of 4.0.
ii. All candidates shall be subjected to a selected process.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of ten (10) semesters.
v. M.Phil./Ph.D French
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Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six [6] semesters.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS.
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i) Ethnomusicology/African music
ii) Music composition
iii) Music performance and Management
iv) Music production and management
v) Music Education
vi) Musicology
DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
M.A. PHILOSOPHY
Candidates for admission into the M. A. Philosophy should normally possess at least:
a. A good honours degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division (2.2)
in Philosophy of the Department of Philosophy, Lagos State University, or any
Department of Philosophy of a university in Nigeria or elsewhere in the world,
recognized by the Senate of the university.
b. In exceptional circumstances, graduates of other disciplines may be considered
for admission. The department may recommend remedial courses in philosophy
for such students where some deficiencies are noticed.
c. Candidates must satisfy the O’ Level admission requirements as spelt out by the
Postgraduate School.
d. All candidates shall be subjected to a selection process.
DURATION:The programme shall run for a minimum of two (2)semesters
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2. FACULTY OF EDUCATION
A. Postgraduate Diploma in Education
a. Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree of Lagos State University or other
Universities recognized by the Senate.
b. Candidates with Higher National Diploma (not below Lower Credit) from
recognized polytechnics or equivalents.
c. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E,
WASC, NECO) at not more than two (2) sittings or Grade II Teacher’s Certificate
in related subjects.
Duration: Minimum of 2 semesters and maximum of 4 semesters.
Candidates seeking admission into each of the programmes are required to possess
a. At least a Second Class Lower Division first degree in Education of Lagos State
University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State
University.
b. Postgraduate Diploma in education in addition to a first degree in other
disciplines, such as Arts, Social Science and Sciences, from the Lagos State
University and other similar institution recognized by the Senate of Lagos State
University.
c. Third class honours in Education plus Postgraduate Diploma in Education at a
credit level.
d. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level
(G.C.E, WASC, NECO) at not more than two (2) sittings or Grade II Teacher’s
Certificate or N.C.E. in related subjects.
Duration: Minimum of Three [3] semesters.
i. Candidate with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Masters of Education (in the area of
specialization)from the Lagos State University or any other University
recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University will be admitted for
M.Phil./Ph.D and later be converted to full Ph.D if he/she meets with the
requirements
ii. Candidate with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Masters of Education (in the area of
specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University
recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University will be admitted into full
Ph.D programme.
In addition to the above, candidates must possess any of:
a. Five Credit passes at O’ level or Teachers Grade II certificate including English
Language or N.C.E.
b. LASU Foundation Certificate.
c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for the programmes. Meanwhile
evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/ exclusion certificate is
a must for every candidate.
Duration: Minimum of six [6] semesters
I. A good first degree honours in Education with a minimum of Second Class Lower
Division
II. A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class
Honor lower division plus. Postgraduate Diploma in Education from a recognized
University obtained at a credit level.
Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters.
ii. Candidates with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Master of Education (in relevant areas
of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized
by the Senate of Lagos State University.
In addition, Candidate must possess any of:
a. Five credit passes at O’ level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English
Language
b. LASU Foundation Certificate
c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for Social Science Programmes. Meanwhile
evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is a
must for every candidate.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters.
.
Ph.D Nigerian Language Education (Yoruba)
i Candidates with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Master of Education (in relevant
areas of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University
recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University.
In addition, Candidate must possess any of:
a. Five credit passes at O’ level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English
Language
b. LASU Foundation Certificate
c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for Social Science Programmes. Meanwhile
evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is a
must for every candidate.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of ten (10) semesters.
.
M. Ed. Curriculum and Instruction
i. A good first degree honours in Education with a minimum of Second Class Lower
Division
II. A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class
Honor lower division plus. Postgraduate Diploma in Education from a recognized
University obtained at a credit level.
Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters.
by the Senate of Lagos State University with a minimum of 4.0/ 5.0 CGPA for
Ph.D
Duration: The Minimum period of a full time study of Ph.D Degree shall be for six
(6) Semesters. Students are required to register in every session to maintain
their studentship.
5. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
A. Department of Chemical and Polymer Engineering
i. PGD Chemical and Polymer Engineering
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All candidates must have five credit passes at 0’Level including English,
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
a. B.Sc Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of Third [3rd] Class Degree;
b. H.N.D. with a minimum of lower credit in Mechanical Engineering;
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c. B.Sc Degree in Physics and any Engineering related discipline with a minimum
of second class [lower division]
6. FACULTY OF LAW
Master of Law (LL.M General Law) FULL-TIME
Mode of Study:
Duration is two semesters (one full academic session) and candidate is expected
to attend all classes throughout the course and in any event, he must make at
least 75% attendance of the classes. The programme involves course work,
seminar papers presentation and dissertation at the end of the programme.
Admission Requirements:
Candidates must possess LLB (Hons) with at least second class lower from Lagos
State University or any other university recognized by the Senate of this university.
Mode of Study:
Duration is four semesters (two full academic sessions) and candidate is expected
to attend classes at weekends only throughout the course and in any event, he
must make at least 75% attendance of the classes. The programme involves
course work, seminar papers presentation and dissertation at the end of the
programme.
Admission Requirements:
- Holders of first degree in Law (LLB Hons.) not less than second class lower from
the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of this
University.
- Holders of first degree in Law (LLB Hons.) with a third Class from the Lagos State
University or any other University recognized by the Senate of this University plus
5 years Post Graduate working experience or Post graduate Diploma in law from
the Lagos State University as additional qualification.
Mode of Study:
The duration of the programme is two (2) semesters (one full academic session)
and candidate is expected to attend classes throughout the course and in any
event, he must make at least 75% attendance of the classes. The programme
involves course work, seminars and examination at the end of the programme
Admission Requirements:
- Holders of first degree in Law (LLB Hons.) with at least a Third class division
from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the
Senate of this University.
- Holders of first degree in any other discipline NOT less than Third class
division from any University recognized by the Senate of this University.
Mode of Study:
The programme is Part Time and the duration is four (4) semesters (two full
academic sessions) and candidate is expected to attend classes at weekends only
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throughout the course and in any event, he must make at least 75% attendance
of the classes. The programme involves course work, seminar papers presentation
and dissertation at the end of the programme
Admission Requirements:
- Holders of first degree in Law (LLB Hons.) with at least a second class lower
from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the
Senate of this University.
- Holders of first degree in Law (LLB Hons.) with a third Class from the Lagos
State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of this
University plus 5 years Post Graduate working experience or Post graduate
Diploma in Maritime Law from the Lagos State University.
Mode of Study:
The programme is Part Time and the duration is four (4) semesters (two full
academic sessions) and candidate is expected to attend classes at weekends only
throughout the course and in any event, he must make at least 75% attendance
of the classes. The programme involves course work and submission of
dissertation at the end of the programme
Admission Requirements:
- Holders of first degree in any discipline NOT less than Second class division
from Lagos State University or any University recognized by the Senate of this
University.
- Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) or other relevant professional
qualification(s) like AIB, ACCA, and CITN etc. with minimum of 5 years Post
Graduate working experience.
Mode of Study:
Duration is four semesters (two full academic sessions) and candidate is expected
to attend classes at weekends only throughout the course and in any event, he
must make at least 75% attendance of the classes. The programme involves
course work, seminar papers presentation and dissertation at the end of the
programme.
Admission Requirements:
- A good honours degree in law from the Lagos State University not less than
second class lower division or any other University recognized by the Senate
of the Lagos State University;
- Holders of first degree in Law (LLB Hons) with a third Class from the Lagos
State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of this
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Mode of Study:
Duration is four semesters (two full academic sessions) and candidate is expected
to attend classes at weekends only throughout the course and in any event, he
must make at least 75% attendance of the classes. The programme involves
course work, seminar papers presentation and dissertation at the end of the
programme.
Admission Requirements:
- Holders of first degree in Law and/or any of the Social Sciences NOT less than
Second class division from Lagos State University or any University recognized
by the Senate of this University.
- Holders of first degree in Law and/or any of the Social Sciences with a third
Class from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by
the Senate of this University plus 5 years Post Graduate working experience
or Post graduate Diploma in law from the Lagos State University as additional
qualification.
- Holders of M.Sc. in Taxation, Accounting, Economics, or any other relevant
discipline with a minimum of second class lower division
- Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) or other relevant professional
qualification(s) in Taxation, Accounting, Banking or related disciplines with
minimum of 5 years Post Graduate working experience.
vi. M.Phil/Ph.D
An applicant for the Master of Philosophy shall be:
a. A graduate of the Lagos State University or any other recognized
University approved by the Senate of Lagos State University with at least
a Second Class [honours] [Upper Division] or its equivalent at the LL.B
level;
b. A graduate of the Lagos State University or any other approved University
with a CGPA of not less than 3.5 points at the completion of the LL.M
degree.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters.
i. Ph.D
An applicant for the Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] of Law shall be a graduate of
the Lagos State University with a CGPA of not less than 4.0 points at the
completion of the LL.M degree.
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NOTE:
The LL.M degree of the Lagos State University will run for four [4] academic semester
and shall be by course-work and dissertation. Examinations shall be administered at
the end of the course-work while the dissertation shall be examined by a panel of
examiners constituted for that purpose.
Candidates seeking admission into M.Sc. Business Administration must possess any
of the following qualifications:
a. First Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Business
Administration, Marketing, Management, Human Resource Management,
Accounting and Banking and Finance.
Duration: Minimum of 2 semesters and Maximum of 4 semesters for Full Time
and Maximum of 4 semesters and Maximum of 6 semesters for Part Time.
Any student who fails to meet the conversion criteria will forfeit his/her studentship
because M.Phil/Ph.D is not a certificate awarding programme.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters.
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The admission requirements for Master in Public Administration programme for the
2018/2019 academic session are as follows:
(a) Five (5) Credits at ‘O’ Level including Mathematics and English Language at
not more
than two (2) sittings
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(b) Graduate from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized
by the
Senate of the Lagos State University with not less than Third (3rd) Class
Degree
(c) Holders of HND with a minimum of Upper credit plus three years post
qualification
work experience
(d) Holders of HND at lower Credit must possess a Postgraduate Diploma in
addition to six
years work experience
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of ten (10) semesters.
ii. A recognized professional qualification such as ACCA, ICAN, PMP, CIPS, etc and
a working experience of not less than 2 years.
iii. Higher National Diploma with a minimum of (Lower Credit) in any field.
iv. Five O’ Level credit pass, including English Language and Mathematics, in not
more than two sitting.
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d. A research proposal (plan) of not more than 250 words should be forwarded
with the application.
Duration
a. Full time Postgraduate programme is for a duration of two semesters while
part-time is four semesters
b. Full time M.Sc. programme is for a duration of two semesters while part-time
is four semesters
c. Full time MPhil/PhD is for a minimum of six semesters
A. Department of Accounting
Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGD)
i. Candidates applying for the PGD in Accounting should have a Third Class in
Business related courses such as Accounting, Accounting Education, Banking
and Finance, Marketing, Business Administration, Insurance, Industrial Relation
& Personnel Management.
ii. Candidates with a second class lower degree from other field such as
Engineering, Sciences, etc. are also qualified.
iii. Candidates with Higher National Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Banking and
Finance, Business Administration, Marketing and any other Management related
courses at lower credit.
iv. Candidates with relevant professional qualification such as ICAN, ICAEW, ACCA,
ACIB, CIMA, CIPM are also qualified.
v. All candidates are expected to have five (5) credit pass in English, Mathematics,
at not more than two sittings in G.C.E, WAEC, NECO.
M.Sc. Accounting
i. A good Honours Degree at least second class lower in Accounting, Taxation of
Lagos State University, or any other recognized University.
ii. Candidates with B.Sc. Accounting Education, Banking and Finance will be
required to present PGD Accounting before consideration.
M.Phil/Ph.D Accounting
i. A M.Sc. Degree in Accounting and Taxation of the Lagos State University or any
other institution recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University with not
less than 3.5 CGPA.
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Ph.D Accounting
i. A M.Sc. Degree in Accounting of the Lagos State University or any other
institution recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University with not less than
CGPA of 4.0.
ii. Candidate would be made to undergo a selection process organized by the
Department.
iii. Candidate must satisfy all other condition as stated in the General Regulation
governing Post-graduate degrees in the Lagos State University.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of ten (10) semesters.
8. FACULTY OF SCIENCE
A. Department of Botany
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Duration
i. A full time academic M. Sc. programme would run for a minimum of 3
consecutive semesters and maximum of 4 semesters.
ii. For extension beyond the specified maximum period, a special permission of
Senate shall be required.
B. Department of Fisheries
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C. Department of Biochemistry
i. Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Biochemistry
i. An applicant for admission shall be:
a. A graduate of Lagos State University or other recognized University: i.e any
First Degree from the Lagos State University and other recognized institution in
one of the Biological, Chemical and Biochemical Sciences. (For example
Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science,Biology,
Botany and Food Technology).
b. A person who holds other qualifications approved by Senate, i.e the AIMLT
or HND Upper Credit from recognized polytechnics.
c. In exceptional circumstances, any other person whose educational
qualifications and competence for the course of study proposed has been
approved by Senate.
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D. Department of Physics
i. Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Physics
a. Candidates for admission into this programme MUST be holders of Bachelor of
Science Degree in Physics, OR related disciplines, such as Mathematics AND
Electrical Engineering NOT lower than a Second Class Lower Division [or CGPA
not below 2.50] of Lagos State University, OR other Institution recognized by
the Senate of Lagos State University.
b. a Physics graduate [B.Sc of Lagos State University and other Universities
recognized by Senate of Lagos State University with a pass or third class degree,
but that has successfully completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial [or
Engineering] Physics with a CGPA of 3.50 and above.
a. First Degree holders whose CGPA is not below 3.5 in the One Calendar year of
M.Sc. Physics of Lagos State University.
b. Candidates who possess a Master’s Degree of CGPA of 3.5 from other
Universities recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University.
However such candidates may be required to take courses as the Department may
prescribe.
Duration
The Master of Science Degree in Physics programme will run for ONE (1) Academic
calendar, (two semesters) in the case of full time participation whereas part time
participation will be for TWO (2) Academic Sessions (four semesters).
The Doctor of Philosophy in Physics programme shall run for a minimum of SIX (6)
Semesters AND maximum of TEN (10) Semesters.
Duration: The PGD programme in Computer Sciences on Full Time runs for a
minimum of 2 semesters and maximum of 4 semesters. While PGD programme in
Computer Sciences on Part-Time runs for a minimum of four [4] semesters and
maximum of eight [8] semesters.
Note: Candidate with MSc in Computer Science with minimum CGPA of 3.5 in a
scale of 5.0 and thesis score not lower than 60% [B] will be considered for
Mphil/Ph.D
Duration: The Ph.D programme in Computer Sciences on Full Time runs for a
minimum of 6 semesters and maximum of 10 semesters. While PhD programme
in Computer Sciences on Part Time runs for a minimum of twelve [12] semesters
and maximum of sixteen [16] semesters.
F. Department of Chemistry
G. Department of Mathematics
i. Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics
The programme is designed for candidates with weak First Degree in
Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics Education and other
Mathematics based courses.
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The part-time Diploma (PGD) programme shall be on part-time basis and run for a
minimum of
Two [2] semesters and a maximum of four [4] semesters.
i. All candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics,
Biology, Chemistry and Physics at ‘0’ Level.
ii. A Bachelor or science (B.Sc.) Degree in Microbiology, Food Technology or any
other appropriate course in biological Sciences from any University recognized by
the senate of LASU
iii. Holders of HND in relevant programme from approved institutions with a
minimum of Upper Credit may also be considered for admission.
iv. Higher National Diploma or Certificate (HND or HNC) in science Laboratory
Technology (Microbiology Option) or Food Technology.
v. Associateship of the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology (AIMLT)
Certificate.
vi. Final Diploma in science Laboratory Technology (Microbiology Option) or the
relevant discipline.
M.Sc. MICROBIOLOGY
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Microbiology shall be on a full time basis and run
for a minimum of four (4) semesters and a maximum of five (5) semester.
a. Candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics, Biology,
Chemistry and Physics subject at ‘O’ Level.
b. Candidates with Bachelor’s degree from approved University must obtain a
minimum of second class lower division with a CGPA of 3.0/5.0 for an academic
programme.
c. Candidates with at least a third class degree with University PGD on CGPA of
3.0/5.0 may be considered for admission into academic Master’s degree
programmes.
(Ph.D). MICROBIOLOGY
The Doctor of Philosophy programme (Ph.D) in Microbiology shall be on a full time. A
full time Doctoral programme shall run for a minimum of 6 semesters and maximum
of 8 semesters
i. Candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics and two
other relevant science subjects at ‘0’ Level
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ii. Candidates with Bachelor’s degree from any other recognized University must
obtain a minimum of second class lower division with a minimum of second class
lower division with a minimum CGPA of 3.0/5.0
iii. Candidates must have Academics Master’s degree in relevant area with a
minimum CGPA of 4.0/50
iv. Candidates who on account of merit due to satisfactory academic performance
with minimum CGPA of 4.0/5.0 at M.Phil/Ph.D level may be absorbed/allowed to
convert into the Ph.D programme
v. Candidates must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and
effective decision making and problem solving potentials.
A. Department of Economics
C. Department of Sociology
i. Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work
Admission requirement includes any of the followings:
a. A first degree from any recognized University with minimum of Third Class
Degree
b. Certificate in Registered Nurses, Mid-Wives and other Para-medical personnel
who also hold Post Basic Qualification
c. Professionals in other relevant disciplines as approved by the University Senate.
d. Holders of the Higher National Diploma or its equivalent.
e. Higher Degree in any discipline relevant to social work profession.
f. Five Credits in ordinary level certificate, WASC, SSCE, NECO etc. with at least a
pass in Mathematics.
Duration: Minimum of 2 semesters and maximum of 4 semesters.
ii. Master in Social Work
a. Graduates of Lagos State University and holders of a Degree recognized by the
Senate of Lagos State University not less than Second Class Lower in the
following disciplines: Sociology, Law, Social Work, Psychology, Nursing,
Community/Public Health, Medicine or any other relevant fields of study.
b. Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work.
c. Five Credits in ordinary level certificate, WASC, SSCE, NECO etc. with at least a
pass in Mathematics.
Duration: Minimum of 3 semesters and maximum of 5 semesters.
iv M.Phil/Ph.D Sociology
A. Candidates can apply for the M.Phil/Ph.D Degree if he/she fulfills any of the
following conditions:
a. A weighted average of 55% to 59% obtained from the M.Sc. (Sociology) Degree
of Lagos State University.
b. A weighted average of 60% and above obtained from M.Sc. (Sociology) Degree
or any other Universities recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University.
Duration: Minimum of 2 semesters and maximum of 4 semesters.
a. Ph.D SOCIOLOGY
Admission Requirements
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ii. M.Phil/Ph.D
a. Candidates must have the university minimum requirement for a B.Sc degree
in Political Science including credit pass in Mathematics and English
Language at the 0/level.
b. Candidates with M.Sc. Political Science with CGPA weighted average not less
than 4.0 is required for Ph.D and not less than 3.50 is required for
M.Phil/Ph.D, apart from other pre-requisites spelt out in the University
regulations for postgraduate studies.
c. A brief satisfactory statement of research in the intended area of research
and an oral Ph.D qualification examination by a multi-disciplinary panel
constituted by the Department.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters.
iii. Ph.D
Application for the admission to Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] in Political Science
must possess a Master of Science [M.Sc.] in Political Science with CGPA
weighted average not less than 4.0, apart from other pre-requites spelt out in
the University regulations for postgraduate studies.
For extension beyond the specified maximum period, a special permission of the
Postgraduate Board shall be required.
D. Department of Psychology.
M.Phil./Ph.D Psychology
a. Admission to the M.Phil./Ph.D conversion programme is open to graduates of
Lagos State University or of other approved Universities, who have attained a
specified level of performance in the M.Sc. Psychology Degree Programme. The
candidate must have had a weighted average Cumulative Grade Point Average
[CGPA] not less than 3.5 to 3.99 will be required to commence on M.Phi.
programme. The student will also be required to take at least 12 course units
from the 800/900 level courses as may be directed by the department.
b. For the M.Phil/Ph.D candidates, the minimum duration for these programme
shall be two semesters after the registration and a maximum duration of four
semester.
c. Students for M.Phil/Ph.D conversion programme shall undertake a conversion
examination and must obtain a total weighted Cumulative Grade Point Average
[CGPA] not lower than 3.5 and above in the 12 units courses and an oral
examination of proposed research work.
Ph.D Psychology
1. Candidates for admission to the programme shall be:
a. Those initially registered for the M.Sc. or M.Phi./Ph.D conversion
programme of the department and have obtained a total weighted
Cumulative Grade Point Average [CGPA] not lower than 4.0 in the course
examinations and project at the Lagos State University.
OR
b. Candidates who possess the Master of Philosophy [M.Phil] degree in
psychology of an approved University recognized by Senate. Candidates
admitted to the programme will be required, on the recommendation of
the Department, to take certain courses at the 800/900 levels up to a
maximum of 12 units from the candidate’s area of specialization.
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b. B.Sc. Transport or related field of studies not below Second Class Lower 2. 2
from Lagos State University or any other Institution recognized by LASU Senate
in Social Sciences, Management Sciences, Sciences, Engineering and Arts.
c. Considerations may also be given to holders of Higher National Diploma (HND)
not below lower credit who in addition MUST possess the Postgraduate Diploma
in Planning Studies or related discipline from LASU or other institutions
recognized by LASU Senate in Social Sciences, Management Sciences, Sciences,
Engineering and Arts etc or full membership of the Chartered Institute of
Logistics and Transport (CILT).
Duration: The programme runs for Two (2) Academic Sessions. (Four 4 Semester)
b. Five O’Level credits, including English language and Mathematics, in not more
than two sittings;
c. Candidate must satisfy all other conditions as stated in the general regulation
governing Postgraduate degrees in Lagos State University.
DURATION
i. For MPhil/Ph.D candidates, the programme shall normally last for not less than
two semesters from the date of first registration in the case of full-time
registration and four semesters in the case of part-time registration
ii. A period of study and research originally approved for the MPhil/Ph.D may,
following the MPhil/Ph.D assessment and conversion be accepted as part of
the period of study required for the PhD degree.
A good first degree not below Third Class or Pass with two years working experience
in Communication related industries.
Higher National Diploma not below Lower Credit with at least three (3) years cognate
experience
Candidates with any of the following professions qualifications (APCON, NIPR, CAM,
NIMARK, DIPLOMA, etc.)
Five credits in O’ level including English Language (Credit in MATHEMATICS IS NOT
REQUIRED, for admission into MCS Programme)
Duration: The duration is six (6) semesters.
Masters of Science in Communication Studies (MSc) (FULL TIME)
A good first degree not below second class lower in mass communication or related
discipline from any approved university.
Post graduate diploma of this school or any approved communication institute with a
cumulative grade point average of not below 3.0 (50%) provided the candidate
possess a University First degree.
Five credits O’ level including English Language, Mathematics, and Literature in English
for BSc Mass Communication graduates, or credit in Literature-in-English and a pass
in mathematics for B.A Communication graduates and credit in Physics or Chemistry
in lieu of credit in Literature in English for graduates in the Sciences.
Duration: The duration is four (4) semesters.
M.Phil./Ph.D Communication Studies (FULL TIME)
Candidate seeking admission for the MPhil/PhD must hold a Master’s degree
(Communication Studies) with not less than 3.5 points on a 5 point scale or from
another University recognised by LASU with a master’s degree with not less than 3.5
point on a 5 point scale.
Such a candidate when admitted shall take prescribed courses to be converted to the
Ph.D programme and must pass with a minimum of 4 points on a 5 point scale.
Candidate must also hold a bachelor’s degree (B.A or B.Sc.) in any area of
communication studies with a minimum of second lower degree or a first degree in
any other area of study with a Postgraduate Diploma (Communication Studies) of
LASUSOC or from institutions recognised by Lagos State University.
Five credits O’ level including English Language, Mathematics, and Literature in English
for BSc Mass Communication graduates, or credit in Literature-in-English and a pass
in mathematics for B.A Communication graduates and credit in Physics or Chemistry
in lieu of credit in Literature in English for graduates in the Sciences.
Candidate must satisfy the School in a qualifying examination and interview.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) Semesters and Maximum of ten (10) semesters.
Ph.D Communication Studies (FULL TIME)
Postgraduate School Admission Requirements 2019/2020 Academic Session
Candidates must have the minimum requirement for B.Sc. Degree in Communication
Studies with a minimum of Second Class lower Division
Candidate must have M.Sc. Degree in Communication Studies with a CGPA of not less
than 4.0 on a 5.0 scale.
Candidate must satisfy the school in a qualifying examination and admission interview.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and Maximum of ten (10) semesters.
B. Department of Physiology
i. M.Sc. physiology
a. The programme is open to candidates with Bachelor degree in Physiology,
Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacology as well as candidates with
professional qualification in Medicine and Dentistry (Fellowship of the
Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Colleges, West African Postgraduate
Medical College or similar bodies recognized by LASU Senate)
b. Candidates in other related courses recognized by the Lagos State
University Senate may be required to satisfy the Departmental selection
process.
c. All Bachelor Degrees must not be lower than Second Class Lower Division.
Duration: Minimum of 4 semesters.
iii. M.Phil/Ph.D
An applicant for admission to M.Phil/Ph.D in Medical Biochemistry must
possess M.Sc. Degree in Medical Biochemistry or Biochemistry from this
University or any other University recognized by Senate.
Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters.
Duration: The Minimum period of a full time study of Ph.D Degree shall be for six
(6) Semesters. Students are required to register every session to maintain
their studentship.