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1 SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR 2013/2014 SESSION GENERAL REQUIREMENTS GOVERNING HIGHER DEGREE STUDIES: A. After registration, every full-time candidate for the degree of Master shall pursue his/her studies and/or research for not less than eighteen (18) calendar months and not more than twenty four (24) calendar months before being examined for the degree. B. After registration every full-time candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy shall pursue his/her course work and/or research for not less than twenty-four (24) calendar months not more than thirty Six (36) calendar months before being examined. After registration, each part-time candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy shall pursue the programme for not less than thirty six (36) calendar months and not more than sixty (60) calendar months for the degree. C. After registration, every full-time candidate for the M. Phil shall pursue his/her studies and/or research for not less than twelve (12) calendar months and not more than Eighteen (18) calendar months before being examined for the degree. D. After registration, every Postgraduate Diploma candidate shall pursue his/her studies and/or research for not less than Twelve (12) calendar months and not more than Eighteen (18) calendar months before being examined for the degree. General Admission Requirements 1. A candidate for Postgraduate studies must have met the normal undergraduate requirements for the corresponding undergraduate programme as stipulated by JAMB. Where not determined by JAMB, at least five relevant O’ level credits or a combination of relevant O’ level credits and A 'level qualifications such as IJMB, HND, HSC, NCE, etc would be required. In all cases these must include a credit in O' level English Language. 2. A holder of Pass Degree OR HND (less than Lower Credit) is not qualified for any Postgraduate programme in ABU. 3. Candidates with 3 rd class Degrees can, in some cases, be admitted, provided they possess additional relevant qualifications and/or post-graduation work experience (at least 5 years) acceptable to the University. 4. Candidates applying for a PhD programme must hold a Master degree or M.Phil with a research thesis component (not project). Candidates with a CGPA score of less than 3.5 are not eligible for PhD admission.

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SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, ZARIA

POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

FOR 2013/2014 SESSION

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS GOVERNING HIGHER DEGREE STUDIES:

A. After registration, every full-time candidate for the degree of Master shall pursue his/her studies and/or

research for not less than eighteen (18) calendar months and not more than twenty four (24) calendar

months before being examined for the degree.

B. After registration every full-time candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy shall pursue his/her

course work and/or research for not less than twenty-four (24) calendar months not more than thirty Six

(36) calendar months before being examined. After registration, each part-time candidate for the degree

of Doctor of Philosophy shall pursue the programme for not less than thirty six (36) calendar months and

not more than sixty (60) calendar months for the degree.

C. After registration, every full-time candidate for the M. Phil shall pursue his/her studies and/or research for

not less than twelve (12) calendar months and not more than Eighteen (18) calendar months before being

examined for the degree.

D. After registration, every Postgraduate Diploma candidate shall pursue his/her studies and/or research for

not less than Twelve (12) calendar months and not more than Eighteen (18) calendar months before

being examined for the degree.

General Admission Requirements

1. A candidate for Postgraduate studies must have met the normal undergraduate requirements for the

corresponding undergraduate programme as stipulated by JAMB. Where not determined by JAMB, at

least five relevant O’ level credits or a combination of relevant O’ level credits and A 'level

qualifications such as IJMB, HND, HSC, NCE, etc would be required. In all cases these must include a

credit in O' level English Language.

2. A holder of Pass Degree OR HND (less than Lower Credit) is not qualified for any Postgraduate

programme in ABU.

3. Candidates with 3rd

class Degrees can, in some cases, be admitted, provided they possess additional

relevant qualifications and/or post-graduation work experience (at least 5 years) acceptable to the

University.

4. Candidates applying for a PhD programme must hold a Master degree or M.Phil with a research thesis

component (not project). Candidates with a CGPA score of less than 3.5 are not eligible for PhD

admission.

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5. Applicants for PhD programmes are expected to attach a research proposal of not more than 2 pages.

6. Transcript: Candidates should request their former Universities or Institutions, to send their academic

transcripts to the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies, ABU Zaria otherwise their application may

not be processed.

In addition to the general admission requirements, several postgraduate programmes have additional requirements

and in some cases, candidates are required to write and pass an entrance examination. The admission requirements

for the various programmes is presented below.

FACULTY OF ADMINISTRATION

1.1 DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING

Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting and Finance

Admission Requirement of the Programme:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with at least third class degree from Ahmadu Bello University or any

other recognized University, or HND with a minimum of lower Credit in Accountancy, Business

Administration/Management, and Banking and Finance from recognized Polytechnic. Applicants that

reach high managerial position in the financial sector with good degree in other fields would also be

considered.

Masters of Banking and Finance (MBF)

Admission Requirements of the Programme:

Candidates with at least second-class degree (Lower Division) in Accounting, Business or Economics from

Ahmadu Bello University or any recognized university. Candidates with Postgraduate diploma in

Accounting and finance from Ahmadu Bello University with a minimum of merit.

In addition, candidates with HND in Accounting or Banking and Finance or third class degree in

Accounting from a recognized Institution or with a Professional qualification from recognized

professional body (i.e. ICAN or ANAN) may be considered.

M. Sc Accounting and Finance

Admission Requirement of the Programme:

Bachelor of Science at Second Class Upper level and above in Accounting and other eligible disciplines

from a recognized University.

In exceptional cases candidates with a high Bachelor of Science at Second Class Lower level in

Accounting from a recognized University with a minimum of 5 years relevant post qualification

experience and evidence of scholarship.

Candidates with MBA/MBF degree (in addition to 1st Degree) in Accounting from a recognized

University with cumulative average of at least 3.5 in a 5.0 point scale or 3.0 in 4.0 point system or

average of B in A-E Scale. In addition, candidates with good M. Sc degree in Banking & Finance or

Economics from a recognized University, however such candidates will be required to take some

prerequisite courses at the appropriate level.

Ph. D Accounting and Finance

Admission requirements of the programme:

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Candidates with an M. Sc degree in Accounting and Finance from Ahmadu Bello University or any

recognized university are admissible into the Programme.

1.2 DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Admission Requirements:

a) Five credits at O-Level (in not more than 2 sittings) including Mathematics and English.

b) Bachelor’s degree in any field with at least a Second Class Lower; HND with minimum of lower credit in

management or any management related field plus at least one year relevant post qualification experience.

c) All candidates must have demonstrated adequate intellectual capacity, professionalism, maturity and effective

decision – making and problem solving potentials during the university’s admission test and interview.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Admission Requirements:

a) Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management with at least a Second Class Lower or 2.40

Cumulative Grade Point Average from Ahmadu Bello University or any other recognized University or

PGDM, with at least one year post graduation qualification.

b) Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management or PGDM with at least a Second Class

(Lower Division) or 2.40 Cumulative Grade Point Average from Ahmadu Bello University or any other

recognized University plus one year post-qualification experience, or HND plus NNA, ACA, CIB, ACII.

General Requirements:

a) All candidates must possess the basic university entry requirement of five credit passes including English

and Mathematics at the ‘O’ Level, as basic requirement.

b) All candidates must have minimum of one year managerial/administrative experience in addition to

performing satisfactorily at the University’s MBA entrance examination.

Specific Requirements for MBA (Regular) Full-Time:

a) Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management or any related field such as Marketing,

Banking & Finance, Insurance and or Actuarial Science with at least a Second Class Lower or 2.40

Cumulative Grade Point Average from Ahmadu Bello University or any other recognized University

OR

b) Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) only.

Specific Requirements for MBA (Regular) Part-Time

a) Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management or any related field such as Marketing,

Banking & Finance, Insurance and or Actuarial Science and Accounting with at least a Second Class

Lower or 2.40 Cumulative Grade Point Average from Ahmadu Bello University or any other recognized

University OR

b) Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) only.

Specific Requirements for MBA (Special) Part-Time

a) Bachelor’s degree in any field of study with at least a Second Class Lower or 2.40 Cumulative

Grade Point Average from Ahmadu Bello University or any other recognized University.

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Candidates with an MBA degree from Ahmadu Bello University or any recognized university are admissible into the

M.Sc. Programme. However, candidates with first class degree or second class (Upper Division) in Business

Administration or any of the management sciences may be admitted into the programme but would be expected to first

complete the requirements of the MBA coursework.

b) HND holders in Management or related fields holding professional certificates such as ANAN, CIB and CA may be

considered.

PhD Business Administration

Admission Requirement:

Candidates with an M.Sc degree from Ahmadu Bello University or any recognized university are admissible into the

PhD Programme.

1.3 DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT STUDIES

Masters of Public Administration (Local Government)

Admission Requirements

- First Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Public Administration,

Business Administration or any Social Science Course.

- Post-graduate Diploma in Local Government or Public Administration (PGDLG or PGDPA).

Masters in Policy and Strategic Studies

Admission Requirements

a. Five 0' Level requirements with credit in English Language and at least a Pass in Mathematics

b. At least a Second Class honors degree in Local Government and Development Studies, or from the

Social Sciences, Public Administration and Management Sciences.

c. A Third Class honors degree in Local Government and Development Studies (ABU Zaria after

obtaining a Postgraduate Diploma.

d. Post graduate Diploma in the Management Sciences, Public Administration and Social

Sciences are eligible for admission. MSc Policy and Strategic Studies

Admission Requirements

a. Five O' level requirements with credit in English Language and at least a Pass in Mathematics

b. A Second Class Upper Division in Local Government and Development Studies, Social Sciences and

Public Administration from ABU, Zaria and from any other recognized University.

c. Professional Masters (MPA, MBA, MA etc.) from relevant disciplines

d. Holders of MPA Local Government & Masters in Policy and Development Studies.

Ph.D Local Government

Admission Requirements

a. Five O’ level requirements with credit in English Language and at least a Pass in Mathematics

b. A Second Class Upper Division in Local Government and Development Studies, Social Sciences and

Public Administration from ABU, Zaria and any other recognized University.

c. Holders of MPA Local Government & Masters in Policy and Development Studies.

d. M.Sc. Policy and Development Studies

e. Master of Public Admin (Local Government)

f. M.Sc. Political Science, Economics or Sociology.

g. Master Degree in any other Social Science acceptable to the Postgraduate School of Ahmadu Bello

University, Zaria.

h. Master of Public Administration with M.Phil

i. M.Sc. Public

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1.4 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

M. Phil/PhD

1. '0' level requirement

- candidates must have a minimum of five credits which must include English Language, Economics,

Government/History and Mathematics;

2. Minimum class of First Degree - Must. be Second Class Lower (2:2) In Public Administration, Local

Government, Economics, Political Science or Sociology;

3. Minimum CGPA in Master Degree - must not be less than 3.5 for M.Phil admission; and

4. Minimum CGPA in Master degree for PhD admission must not be less than 4.00 in coursework and

60% or B grade in thesis performance.

Prospective candidates for M.Phil/PhD in Public Administration must fulfill all the above requirements before

they are considered for admission into the programmes.

M.Sc. Public Administration

1. '0' level requirement - candidates must have a minimum of five credits which must include English Language,

Economics, Government/History and Mathematics;

2. Candidate must have a first degree in Public Administration, Local Government or Political Science.

3. Minimum class of Degree: candidate must have a minimum class of Second Class Upper (2: 1) to

quality for admission.

Master in Public Administration

1. '0' level requirement - candidates must have a minimum of five credits which must include English

Language.

2. Candidate with first degree and a Class of Second Class Lower (2:2) In Public Administration, Local

Government, Economics, Sociology and Political Science are qualified to apply. Those with Third

Class must have at least five years graduation experience.

3. Candidates with first degree outside the above specialized field of studies must have Postgraduate

Diploma in Public Administration of ABU to qualify for admission.

4. HND holders with minimum grade of Merit (Lower Credit) must also possess the Postgraduate

Diploma in Public Administration, and have at least two years graduation experience.

PGDPA

1. '0' level requirement - candidates must have a minimum of five credits which must

include English Language.

2. A minimum of B.A/B.Sc. from A.B.U. or any other recognised university or polytechnic. However,

holders of HND with a minimum of Merit Grade plus a minimum of two years post qualification

experience may be considered. Similarly, holders of Advanced Diploma in Public Administration

(ADPA) from this Department or a Postgraduate Diploma from a recognised university or polytechnic

may also be considered. Note that candidates in both cases must meet the minimum '0' level admission

requirements.

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FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

2.1 DEPARTMENT OF AGRIC. ECONOMICS AND RURAL SOCIOLOGY

Postgraduate Diploma in Farm Management and Extension (PGDFME)

Admission Requirement

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i In order to qualify for admission into Postgraduate Diploma in Farm Management and Extension, candidate

must (a) possess HND of not less than lower credit, and/or.

(b) B.Sc Degree in relevant field.

M.Sc Programmes (Agric. Economics and Agric. Extension)

Requirement for Admission

(a) M.Sc Agricultural Economics:

B (Agric) or B.Sc (Economics) or B (Agric. Tech) with a minimum of second class, lower division.

Candidates with 3rd

Class pass and an additional relevant post graduation qualification could be admitted.

(b) M.Sc Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology:

B (Agric) or B.Sc (Sociology) or B (Agric Tech) with a minimum of second class, lower division

or B.Ed (Agric) 2.1 from ABU. Candidates with 3rd

Class pass and an additional relevant post graduation

qualification could be admitted.

PhD Programmes (Agricultural Economics and Agric. Extension):

(i) PhD Agricultural Economics:

M.Sc Agricultural Economics based on course work and research thesis.

(ii) PhD Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology:

- M.Sc Rural Sociology, or M.Sc Agricultural Extension based on course work and research thesis.

2.2 DEPARTMENTOF AGRONMY

O’ Level Requirements

A prospective candidate for PGD should have a credit in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, plus any two science

subject from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Agricultural Science etc. All candidates coming for

postgraduate programmes in the Department must satisfy the Faculty of Agriculture/Ahmadu Bello University 0

Level entry requirement of minimum of five credits in Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physic,

Mathematics and English.

A) Postgraduate Diploma in Crop Production and Management (PGDCPM)

Admission Requirements

Candidates seeking admission for postgraduate Diploma in Crop Production and must have any of the following

qualifications from recognized institutions:

a) Higher National Diploma in Agriculture with minimum of lower credit.

b) Minimum of 3rd class Degree at Bachelor's level in Agriculture

c) Minimum of pass Degree at Bachelor's level in Agriculture plus a minimum of five years cognate

experience.

d) Degrees in related disciplines in sciences (B.Sc. Agric. Ed., B.Sc. in Biology or Botany science) with

minimum of 2nd class lower.

B) Masters in Agronomy (M. Agronomy)

Admission Requirements

Candidates seeking admission for any of the above Master degrees must have any of the following qualifications

from recognized institutions:

a) Postgraduate Diploma in Agronomy/crop production and related disciplines (B.Sc. Agric. Ed., B.Sc. in

Biology or Botany science).

b) Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture with minimum of 2nd class lower.

c) M.Sc Agronomy

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Specialization In: Field Crop Production, Crop Physiology, Horticulture, Weed Science, Irrigation Agronomy,

Farming Systems;

Admission Requirements

Candidates seeking admission for the Academic Masters Degree in any of these fields must have any of the

following qualifications from recognized institutions.

a) Bachelor degree in Agriculture or related discipline (Agronomy/crop production/pasture agronomy/

horticulture etc) with a minimum of 2nd class lower division.

b) HND Upper Credit plus PGD at Distinction in addition to satisfying university matriculation \

requirements.

c) Bachelor degree in Agriculture or related discipline (Agronomy/crop production/pasture

agronomy/horticulture etc) with a minimum of 3rd class plus PGD in Agronomy/crop

production/horticulture.

d) M. Phil Agronomy

Admission Requirements

a) A PhD applicant who's Masters lacked a Thesis component

b) PhD applicants changing their field of study to a related field/programme

c) PhD students unable to conclude their study within the stipulated time but have earned a minimum of

40 credit units of course work (excluding Seminar and Research credits) and have conducted enough

research work for a Project/Thesis.

d) M.Phil/PhD candidates will automatically progress with the PhD provided he/she attained the

Departmental requirement of 3.5. Such candidate does not require admission again but must be up to

date with his/her registration.

M.Phil students who had a Master degree with a Thesis component shall only be require to defend a Project report

at the end of their M.Phil programme. Such cases with clear recommendation shall be communicated to SPGS for

the;

a) Upgrade of the students' status to PhD

b) Award an M.Phil to the candidate or

c) Terminated the students' programme

e) PhD Agronomy

Specialization: Field Crop Production, Crop Physiology, Horticulture, Weed Science, Irrigation Agronomy and

Farming Systems

Admission Requirement

Candidate seeking admission for Doctor of philosophy Degree in any of these fields must have academic Master's

Degree in any of these fields of Agriculture or related discipline with a minimum CGPA 3.5 from recognized

institutions. Candidate most fulfills the University requirements for conversion from the M.Sc programme to the

PhD programme

2.3 DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE

Postgraduate Diploma in Animal Science

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission into the programme, a candidate must satisfy at least one of the following

requirements.

i. A minimum of three credits in relevant science subjects at the “0” level plus credit passes in English and

Mathematics, respectively.

ii. Not less than a credit grade in HND (Agric.)

iii. B.Sc. Agric. or B.Sc. Zoology or any other relevant degree with a pass or third class.

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iv. At least two years Postgraduate field experience.

M.Sc. Animal Science Admission Requirements

i. A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Animal Science with first or second class honours from a

recognized university.

ii. A Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, with first or second class honours; A candidate with this

qualification will be required to complete satisfactorily certain remedial courses specified by the

Department. This should be monitored by the student’s supervisory committee and compliance

reported to the Faculty Board.

iii. Any other requirements as specified by the Faculty Board of Agriculture or the Postgraduate School

Ph.D. Animal Science Admission Requirements

i. A good Master’s degree in Animal Science from a recognized University.

ii. Any other entry requirements as specified by the Faculty Board of Agriculture or the Postgraduate

School.

2.4 DEPARTMENT OF CROP PROTECTION

Post-graduate Diploma in Crop Protection (PGDCP),

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Ph.D Crop Protection

To be eligible for admission into the PG programmes of the Department the general Faculty of Agriculture and

Postgraduate School requirements shall apply.

2.5 DEPARTMENT OF PLANT SCIENCE

Postgraduate Diploma in Seed Production Technology.

Admission Requirement

1. B.Sc in Agriculture, Botany or Biochemistry

2. HND in Agriculture at least at lower credit level

M.Sc and Ph.D Crop Physiology,

Admission Requirement

M.Sc. Crop Physiology

A good University degree in Agriculture, Botany or any related field at least at the second class lower

Division level.

Ph.D Crop Physiology

An M.Sc degree in Plant/ Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Botany or any related subject.

M.Sc and Ph.D Crop Breeding

Admission Requirement

M.Sc. Crop Breeding

A good University degree in Agriculture, Botany or any related field at least at the second class lower

Division level.

Ph.D Crop Breeding

An M.Sc degree in Plant/ Crop Breeding, Genetics or Botany from a recognised university

.

2.6 DEPARTMENT OF SOIL SCIENCE

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M.Sc. Soil Science

Admission Requirements

i. First or Second Class Degree in Agriculture (or Agricultural Science).

ii. Candidates with First or Second Class Degrees in other Biological or Physical Sciences may also be considered.

iii. Candidates with 3rd

Class degree in Agriculture or the Physical Sciences may be offered admission provided they

have spent a minimum of five years after graduation.

PhD. Soil Science

Admission Requirements

i. A candidate seeking admission to a Ph.D. programme in Soil Science should normally possess a good Masters

Degree in the relevant area of Agricultural Science or a related discipline from a recognized University.

ii. An M.Sc. Degree earned through course-work and research is normally preferred.

iii. Candidates with other relevant qualifications which are deemed equivalent to the above by the Department, the

Faculty Board and the Senate may also be considered.

FACULTY OF ARTS

3.1 DEPARTMENT OF ARCHEOLOGY

M.A. Archaeology

Admission Requirements

1. To be eligible for admission into M.A. Archaeology Programme, applicants must possess Bachelor

degree in archaeology with at least Second Class Upper from recognized Universities.

Ph. D. Programmes

1. Ph.D. Archaeology Programme

2. Ph.D. Cultural Resource Management

Admission Requirements

For Ph.D. Archaeology, candidates must possess Master Degree in Archaeology from recognized Universities and

for Ph.D. degree in Cultural resource Management, they must obtain Masters in Archaeology or any related

disciplines like Museum Studies, Art History and Anthropology. The programme is full-time.

3.2 DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH AND LITERARY STUDIES

M.A. (Language)

Admission Requirements

i. A first degree (first or second class)

ii. A third class in the relevant area with 5 years’ postgraduate experience maybe considered.

M.A. (Literature)

Admission Requirements

i. A first degree (first or second class)

ii. A third class in the relevant area with 5 years’ postgraduate experience maybe considered.

Ph.D (Language)

Admission Requirements

i. A masters degree in the relevant area.

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3.3 DEPARTMENT OF FRENCH

M.A. French

Admission Requirements

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s (BA Honours Degree) in French, with a grade not lower than Second Class

Lower (2.2) Honours.

Ph.D French

Admission Requirement

1. Candidate must have a good M. Phil. Degree or its equivalent in French from recognized University or

Institution of Higher Learning.

2. Candidate with MA Degree from other University will be required to spend the first year taking and

passing the entire Course Work or our MA Programme, and presenting Two (2) Seminar Papers, before

end of the 1st year.

3.4. DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY

M.A. (History)

Admission Requirements

Applicants should possess a Bachelors degree in History from a fully recognized University with at least second

class honors lower division or its equivalent from other Universities. In some instances, candidates with third

class with at least three years working experience may be admitted.

Ph.D

Admission Requirement

To be admitted into a Ph.D programme candidates should possess an M. Phil or equivalent degree in History from

a recognized University or Institute of Higher Learning. Applicant with an M. Phil or equivalent degree from a

recognized university or equivalent Institution of Higher Learning in any subject, which is deemed relevant to the

proposed research topic by the Department, may also be considered.

3.5 DEPARTMENT OF NIGERIAN AND AFRICAN LANGUAGES

Postgraduate Diploma in Translation and Interpretation (Part Time)

Admission Requirements

For entry to the programme, candidates are expected to hold a first degree at second class level in Hausa OR any

of Arabic, English or any related language can be admitted. However candidates with third class and relevant

experience may be considered. Proficiency in Hausa is essential.

M.A. (Master of Arts) Admission Requirements

i. Upper or good lower second class degree in the proposed Asian language may be considered

for MA Asian Language or Literature.

ii Upper or good lower second class degree in related disciplines such as Linguistics,

Translation, Literature, or any non-Asian language, with proficiency in the proposed

language may be considered for M.A. Asian Language or Literature as applicable.

i. Upper or good lower second class degree in any other discipline, with proficiency in proposed

language of research and a postgraduate Diploma in related disciplines such as translation etc.

ii. Third class degree in the proposed Asian language of study, with three years post graduation

experience in an educational institution and a Postgraduate Diploma in related discipline such as

translation, or cultural studies.

iii. MA in the proposed Asian language or Literature.

iv. MA in related disciplines such as Non-Asian Language or Literature with proficiency in the proposed

language of study may be required to pass the Core Courses of MA Asian Language or Literature

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3.6 DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND PERFORMING ARTS

PGD Home video Production

Admission Requirements

1. A minimum of Second Class Lower or a Third Class Degree (with 2 years post graduation

experience) in Development Communication, Theatre, Performing Arts, Mass communications,

Journalism, Development Studies, Film, Social Development, Rural Development, Community

Development, Geography, Languages and Literature, Rural Sociology, Agricultural Economics,

Agricultural Extension, Broadcasting, Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics

Engineering, Library and Information Science.

2. Candidates from any of the Arts and Social Sciences or who have movie making experience or

experience of the media from other disciplines are eligible with strong references.

3. Candidates with a HND at Lower Credit levels are eligible for admission.

4. Candidates who do not have the above qualifications but who have extensive field experience in

movie production will be accepted on the condition that they audit 2 basic core courses in 200, 300

and 400 levels.

PGD Development Communication

Admission Requirements

1. A minimum of Second Class Lower or a Third Class Degree (with 2 years post graduation

experience) in Development Communication, Theatre, Performing Arts, Mass communications,

Journalism, Development Studies, Film, Social Development, Rural Development, Community

Development, Geography, Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning, Languages and Literature,

Rural Sociology, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Broadcasting, Information

Technology, Library and Information Science.

2. Candidates with HND at Lower Credit levels in the fields mentioned above;

3. Candidates from any of the Arts and Social Sciences or candidates who have development work

experience or experience of the media and NGO work from other disciplines are eligible with strong

references but such candidates will audit 3 core courses at 400 level.

PGD Theatre for Development

Admission Requirements

1. A minimum of Second Class Lower or a Third Class Degree (with 2 years post graduation

experience)Theatre, Performing Arts, Mass communications, Journalism, Development Studies, Film,

Social Development, Rural Development, Community Development, Geography, Languages and

Literature, Rural Sociology, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Broadcasting,

Information Technology, Library and Information Science.

2. Candidates with HND and NCE at merit or credit levels in the fields mentioned above; Candidates

from any of the Arts and Social Sciences or candidates who have development work experience or

experience of the media and NGO work from other disciplines are eligible with strong references

but such candidates will audit 3 core courses at 400.

M.A. Theatre and Performing Arts

Admission Requirements

1. A minimum Second Class Lower or a Third Class Degree (with 5 years post graduation experience)

in Theatre, Performing Arts, Drama, Music, Creative Arts, Fine Arts, Mass communications,

Journalism, Film, Languages and Literature and Broadcasting.

2. Candidates from any of the Arts or who have media work experience or experience of film and video

production from other disciplines are eligible with strong references but such candidates will audit 3

core courses at 400 level. Candidates with a strong ABU PGD in Theatre for Development, PGD in

Home video Production are eligible for admission.

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MA Development Communication

Admission Requirements

1. A minimum Second Class Lower or a Third Class Degree (with 5 years post graduation experience)

in Development Communication, Theatre, Performing Arts, Mass communications, Journalism,

Development Studies, Film, Social Development, Rural Development, Community Development,

Geography, Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning, Languages and Literature, Rural Sociology,

Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Broadcasting, Information Technology, Library and

Information Science.

2. Candidates from any of the Arts and Social Sciences or who have development work experience or

experience of the media and NGO work from other disciplines are eligible with strong references but

such candidates will audit 3 core courses at 400 level.

3. Candidates with a minimum Lower Credit in ABU PGD in Development Communication and PGD in

Home video Production are eligible for admission. Candidates with ABU PGD in Development

Communication (with a minimum of lower credit) who wish to continue to masters may apply

through the Faculty to the PG Board for transfer of their PGD coursework to the masters’ programme.

PhD Theatre and Performing Arts

Admission Requirements

1. A master of Arts degree in Theatre, Performing Arts, Drama, Music, Creative Arts, Mass

communications, Journalism, Film, Languages and Literature and Broadcasting.

2. Candidates from any of the Arts or Fine Arts or who have media or stage work experience or

experience of film and video production from other disciplines are eligible with strong references

but such candidates will audit 4 core courses at the MA level.

PhD Development Communication

Admission Requirements

1. Masters of Arts or Science in Development Communication, Theatre, Performing Arts, Mass

communications, Journalism, Development Studies, Film, Social Development, Rural

Development, Community Development, Geography, Languages and Literature, Rural

Sociology, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Broadcasting, Information

Technology, Library and Information Science.

2. Candidates from any of the Arts and Social Sciences or who have development work

experience or experience of the media and NGO work from other disciplines are eligible with

strong references but such candidates will audit 4 core courses at the masters’ level.

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

4.1 EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION AND CURRICULUM

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (P.G.D.E.)

A minimum of third class degree in any field from a recognized University, or HND. with credit grade from any

recognized and accredited institution.

Master of Education (M .Ed) Educational Administration and Planning

Admission Requirements

(a) candidates who hold B.Ed degrees from Ahmadu Bello University

(b) candidates who hold B.A. or B.Sc degrees plus graduate certificate in education; or diploma in

education from Ahmadu Bello University

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(c) graduates of other universities who hold degrees and certificates considered by the Faculty Board,

Postgraduate School Board and Senate to be equivalent to (a) and (b) above.

(d) candidates who hold B.A. or B.Sc degrees of Ahmadu Bello University or other recognized universities

who have held or are still holding administrative/planning positions in the Ministries of Education,

universities or other higher institutions for at least eight consecutive years.

Candidates must also meet the requirements of all other relevant general university registrations governing higher

degree studies.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Educational Administration and Planning

Admission Requirements

(a) candidates who hold masters degrees from Ahmadu Bello University

(b) candidates of other recognized universities who hold higher degrees considered by the Faculty Board,

Postgraduate School Board, and Senate to be equivalent to (a) above.

(c) Candidates with other qualifications which, together with relevant experience, are deemed to be

equivalent

(d) Masters degree candidates of Ahmadu Bello University, who at the recommendation for the Faculty

Board of Education, and the Postgraduate School Board, are approved by Senate to transfer the status of

their registration to the degree of Ph.D.

Candidates must meet the requirements of all other relevant General University Regulations Governing Higher

degree Studies

M.Ed (Curriculum and Instruction)

Admission Requirements Applicants should possess a first degree of Ahmadu Bello University, or any other recognized university in the

following:

i) B.Sc. Ed. Biology

ii) B.Sc Ed. Chemistry

iii) B.Sc. Ed Physics

iv) B.Sc Ed. Geography

v) B.Ed. Ed. Integrated Science

Or

B.Sc (Hons) degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, geography with Post Graduate Diploma in Education

ii) Possess a minimum of a 2.4 on non-classified degree Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) on the

5.0 Scale, or classified degree on a minimum of second class lower.

iii) In limited cases, applicant with a 3rd

class degree in science education with at least 5 years if post

graduate experience may be considered.

Ph.D (Curriculum and Instruction)

M. Ed (Curriculum and Instruction) in relevant fields of Education.

M. Ed (Instructional Technology) Admission Requirements

i Minimum of second class lower degree in Education from a recognized university.

ii Minimum of second class lower degree in any other subject plus PGDE.

4.2 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY AND COUNSELLING

M. Ed (Educational Psychology)

Admission Requirements

i. B.A (Ed); B.Sc(Ed); B.Ed; with minimum of Second Class Lower Division.

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ii. B.A; B.Sc. with Second Class Lower and above in addition to Postgraduate Diploma in Education

(PGDE) from a recognized institution.

iii . Candidates applying for the programme may be required to take an entrance examination to be

conducted by the Department.

Ph.D. Educational Psychology

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission, candidates must have the Master's degree in Educational Psychology or in related

areas in the field of psychology such as M.Ed or M.Sc. Child Psychology, Test and Measurement or Measurement

and Evaluation, etc. (such related areas will be determined by the Department).

Candidates must have CGPA of 3.50 and above in the Master's Degree programme undertaken at accredited

universities.

M.ED Guidance and Counseling

Admission Requirements

i. A first degree in Guidance and Counseling with Second Class Lower and above i.e. B.Ed Guidance

and Counseling 2.2.

ii A first degree with 2.2 and Postgraduate Diploma in Guidance and Counseling from a recognized

institution.

iii All candidates if necessary will be required to take an entrance examination to be conducted by the

department.

PhD Guidance and Counseling

Admission Requirements

To be qualified for admission, the candidate must possess the following, both academic and behavioral

qualification

1. A master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling with a thesis component with a good grades in course

work of which 75% of the grades must be from B and above.

2. Candidates with masters in Guidance and Counseling with project writing and have an average score

of 65% and above in their course work can be considered. Such candidates will be subjected to

intensive research seminar presentation.

3. All candidates will have to be assessed through the administration of some psychological tests, couple

with intensive background checks on them before they are admitted. Irrespective of their level in the

programme, any candidate found with behavioral disorders that will damage the counseling

profession will be withdrawn.

4. Any Ph.D students whose score fall below 60% in the first semester course cannot proceed with Ph.D

study in counseling.

4.3 DEPARTMENT OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

Postgraduate Diploma (Islamic Studies)

A minimum of 3rd Class in a related discipline.

M.ED Islamic Studies

Admission Requirement

i) Applicants for this programme must have at least second class lower Bachelor of education

(Islamic Studies), or of Arts (Islamic Studies Special), in addition to the general requirements

of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and the Faculty of Education, Equivalent qualifications

may be considered.

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ii) They must also demonstrate Arabic adequacy for their areas of concentration, or be ready to

add pre-requisite courses of Arabic which enables them to graduate within the maximum

number of years stipulated for graduation.

PhD (Islamic Studies)

Admission Requirement

1) In addition to the general University and Faculty requirement the applicants are expected to have

Masters degree in Islamic Studies.

2) They should also demonstrate their familiarity with one of the following aspects of Islamic Studies

i) Fiqh concentration

ii) Usul al-Din concentration

iii) Ulum al-Hadith al-Islamiyyah concentration.

M.Ed. and Ph.D (Christian Religious Studies)

Admission Requirements In addition to the University and Department’s general requirements for admission, the section requires that each

prospective candidate have:

1. A good background knowledge of Social Sciences and Social Studies

2. A Committee made up of Lecturers in the Social Studies Section will select qualified candidates for

admission. Selection will be based on the abilities and previous academic achievements of the

candidate.

3.

M. Ed. (Social Studies)

Admission Requirements

- Minimum of second class lower degree (B. Ed) Social Studies

- Minimum of second class lower degree in Sociology, Political Science, Economics, History or

Geography plus PGDE.

PhD (Social Studies)

Admission Requirements

- M. Ed (Social Studies)

- M.A. or M. Sc in Sociology, Political Science, Economics, History or

Geography plus PGDE.

M. Ed (Creative Arts)

Admission Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with minimum of second class lower division in:

a. Creative Arts Education

b. Visual Arts Education

c. Drama Education or Music Education

d. Drama, Visual Arts or Music plus NCE and/or PGDE certificates

Ph.D. (Creative Arts)

Admission Requirements

Minimum of Masters degree in:

a. Creative Arts Education

b. Visual Arts Education

c. Drama Education or Music Education

d. Visual Arts, Drama or Music plus PGDE certificate

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LANGUAGE ARTS SECTION

M.Ed Teaching of English as Second Language Admission Requirements

Candidates with a first or second class degree in education with specialization in English or Language Arts from a

recognized university.

Minimum of second class lower degree in

- B. Ed (Language Arts)

- B.A. (Ed) English

- B.A. English plus PGDE

Ph.D (TESL)

i M. Ed (TESL)

ii M.A (English) plus PGDE.

4.4 DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE EDUCATION

M. ED (Science Education)

Admission Requirements:

Applicants should possess a first degree of Ahmadu Bello University, or any other recognized university in the

following:

i) B.Sc. Ed. Biology

ii) B.Sc Ed. Chemistry

iii) B.Sc. Ed Physics

iv) B.Sc Ed. Geography

v) B.Ed. Ed. Integrated Science

Or

B.Sc (Hons) degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, geography with Post Graduate Diploma in Education

ii) Possess a minimum of a 2.4 on non-classified degree Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) on the

5.0 Scale, or classified degree on a minimum of second class lower.

iii) In limited cases, applicant with a 3rd

class degree in science education with at least 5 years if post

graduate experience may be considered.

Ph. D (Science Education)

Admission Requirement:

Applicants should:

i) Possess a Master’s degree in Science education or Curriculum and Instruction (Science Education) or

equivalent from a recognized university.

ii) A master’s degree in a relevant Science subject area plus the minimum equivalent of a postgraduate

certificate in Education. Candidates in this category would however, be required to take appropriate

master’s courses to beef up their background in this area.

M.Ed. Mathematics Education

Admission Requirements

a) For M.Ed Programme, a candidate must have either a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) degree

in Mathematics from a recognized university or a Third Class degree in Mathematics with five years

experience after graduation from a recognized university.

b) For Ph.D Programme, a candidate must have M.Ed/M.Sc. (Ed) from a recognized

university.

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Ph.D (Maths Education)

Admission Requirements

- M. Ed (Mathematics)

- M. Sc (Mathematics) plus PGDE.

4.5 DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE

Admission Requirements

o level Requirement

a. Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or General Certificate in Education (GCE) Ordinary Level

or National Examination Council (NECO) with credit passes in at least five subjects where two of

which are English Language and at least a pass in Mathematics, obtained in not more than two settings

b. The Teachers Grade II Certificate with Credit/Merit pass in at least five subjects one of which shall be

English language, obtained at not more than two settings and at least a pass in Mathematics

Masters in Library Science

Admission Requirements

a. First Class in Library and Information Science

b. Second Class upper division in Library and Information Science

c. Second Class lower division in Library and Information Science

d. Third class in Library and Information Science with a waiting at least five years working experience or

a Postgraduate Diploma

Masters in Information Science

Admission Requirements

a. Credit in O'level Mathematics Madatory

b. First Class in Library and Information Science

c. Second Class upper division in Library and Information Science

d. Second Class lower division in Library and Information Science

e. Third class in Library and Information Science with a waiting period of at least five years or a

Postgraduate Diploma

Masters in Archive and Records Management

Admission Requirements

a. First Class in Library and Information Science

b. Second Class upper division in Library and Information Science

c. Second Class lower division in Library and Information Science

d. Third class in Library and Information Science with a waiting period of at least five years or a

Postgraduate Diploma

Ph.D Library Science

Admission Requirements

Masters in Library Science Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.5

M.Phil in Library Science Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.5

Postgraduate requirement for Ph.D Information Science

Admission Requirements

Masters in Information Science Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.5

M.Phil in Information Science Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.5

Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management (PGDIM) Admission Requirements

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(i) Minimum of third class degree in a relevant field from a recognized university.

(ii) HND with Credit related fields from accredited institution.

4.6 DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION.

Admission Requirements 1. General O' level requirement

Candidates with a Diploma in Physical and Health Education must possess a minimum of five credits which must

include English, Mathematics and Physical Health Education/Biology/Health Science.

For candidates with NCE, NCE general English is accepted as remedy for deficiency in English provided the

general O' level requirement is satisfied.

2. Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Management (PGDSM)

A first degree in Physical and Health Education with a minimum of second class honours plus two years post

qualification experience in sport related field. A first degree in Physical and Health Education with a third class

plus three years post qualification experience in sport related field.

A first degree in Management Art, International Studies, Mass Communication and other social sciences with two

years post qualification experience in sport related field.

3. M.Sc Exercise and Sport Science

B.Ed or B.Sc with a minimum of second class lower (2.2) degree in Physical and Health Education.

B.Sc or its equivalent with a minimum of second class lower (2.2) degree in Human Physiology, Biochemistry,

Physiotherapy Pharmacology or any other specialization considered relevant by the Department. Satisfactory

performance in the screening examination.

4. M.Sc Sports Management

B.Ed or B.Sc with a minimum of second class lower (2.2) degree in Physical and Health Education.

B.A, B.Sc or its equivalent with a minimum of second class lower (2.2) degree in Sociology, Business

Administration, Law, Accounting, Mass Communication Journalism, Political Science, Economics or any other

specialization considered relevant by the Department.

Satisfactory performance in the screening examination.

5. M.Ed Physical Education

B.Ed or B.Sc with a minimum of second class lower (2.2) degree in Physical and Health Education.

Any other undergraduate degree considered relevant by the Department with a minimum of second class lower

(2.2) degree classification . Satisfactory performance in the screening examination.

6. M.Ed Health Education

B.Ed or B.Sc with a minimum of second class lower (2.2) degree in Physical and Health Education.

B.A, B.Sc with a minimum of second class lower (2.2) degree in Home Economics, MBBS, Public Health

Education or any other specialization considered relevant by the Department. Satisfactory performance in the

screening examination.

7. Ph.D Exercise and Sport Science

M.Ed or M.Sc in Exercise and Sport Science with GPA of3.50 and above. Satisfactory performance in the

screening examination.

8. Ph.D Sports Management

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M.A, M.Sc or M.Ed in Sports Management or organisation and administration of Sport with a GPA of 3.50 and

above. Satisfactory performance in the screening examination.

9. Ph.D Physical Education

M.Sc or M.Ed in Physical Education with a GPA of3.50 and above. Satisfactory performance in the screening

examination

10. Ph.D Health Education

M.Ed or M.Sc in Health Education with a GPA of 3.50 and above. Satisfactory performance in the screening

examination

Applicants with a third class degree who have satisfied the minimum postgraduate waiting period of five years

and perform satisfactorily in the screening examination may be considered for admission.

4.7 DEPARTMENT OF VOCATIONAL & TECHNICAL EDUCATION

Admission Requirements

M.SC:(Ed)Agricultural Education:

1. Five '0' Level. credit passes. Including English; Maths, Agric Science and any other two Science

subjects. (Biology, Chemistry Physics, Geography, Integrated Science, general Science.

2. B.Sc(Ed) Agricultural Education

3. B.Sc(B.A) B. Tech Agriculture with Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).

4. Minimum of Second Class Lower (2:2) in first degree Or Third Class 'with five (5) years' experience

M.Ed (Business Education)

1. Five '0' Level credit passes including English, Maths, and any three Business subjects. (Economics,

Accounting, Commerce, Business methods, Shorthand, Typewriting, Office Practice or Office

Technology)

2. B.Ed (Business Education)

3. Minimum of Second Class Lower (2:2) Or Third Class with five (5) years' experience.

Ph.D (Business Education)

1. Five '0' Level credit passes including English, Maths, and any three Business subjects. (Economics,

Accounting, Commerce, Business methods, Shorthand, Typewriting, Office Practice or Office

Technology)

2. M.Ed (Business Education)

3. Minimum CGPA of 3.5 in the Master's degree

M.Ed (Home Economics)

1. Five '0' credit passes including English, Maths, Food and Nutrition of Home management or Textile

and Clothing and any other two Science subjects (Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Agric

Science, Health Science, Integrated Science/General Science

2. B.Ed Home Economics Education

3. Minimum of Second Class Lower (2:2) Or Third Class with five (5) years' experience

Ph.D (Home Economics Education)

1. Five '0' credit passes including English, Maths, Food and Nutrition of Home Management or Textile

and Clothing and any other two Science subjects (Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Agric

Science, Health Science, Integrated Science/General Science

2. M.Ed (Home Economics Education)

3. Minimum CGPA of 3.5 in the master's degree.

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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Departments: Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering,

Mechanical Engineering and Water Res. & Env. Engineering . A. M.Sc.

B. Ph.D.

Admission Requirements A. i. A minimum of second class honors in the discipline of Engineering in which the

admission is being sought.

A. Ph.D.

(i) A Masters degree in the relevant field of Engineering.

(ii) For Ph.D Metallurgical Engineering, candidates must have M. Sc (Metallurgical or Materials

Engineering) with relevant background in Metallurgy (a) Masters Degree

5.1 DEPARTMENT OF AGRIC. ENGINEERING

M.Sc. Agric. Engineering

Admission Requirements:

A candidate with a first degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (such as Agricultural and Bio-resource/bio-

system/Environmental/Irrigation Engineering, Mechanical, Civil, Water Resources, Metallurgical and Material

Engineering) from a recognized university with minimum of a second class lower division may be admitted

provided the university matriculation requirement (UME) is satisfied. However, a candidate whose first

degree is not in Agricultural and Bio-resource/bio-system/Environmental/Irrigation Engineering may be asked to

take some undergraduate courses to meet up with any deficiency observed from his transcript.

Ph.D Agric. Engineering

Admission Requirements

A candidate with a good Masters degree which includes coursework and research thesis in a relevant Engineering

discipline (such as Agricultural and Bio-resource /bio-system/Environmental/Irrigation Engineering, Mechanical,

Civil, Water Resources, Metallurgical and Material Engineering) from a recognized university may be admitted

provided the university matriculation requirement is satisfied. A candidate whose first degree is not in

Agricultural and Bio-resource/bio-system/Environmental/Irrigation Engineering may be asked to take some

undergraduate or M.Sc courses to meet up with any deficiency observed from his transcript.

5.2 DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering (PGDCE)

Admission Requirements i) HND Upper credit in Chemical Engineering (NBTE Accredited).

ii) Bachelor degree in Industrial Chemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry, Mathematics or any

other Engineering Discipline with a minimum of second-class upper.

iii) Holders of Third class honors degree in Chemical Engineering.

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M. Sc Chemical Engineering

Admission Requirements Candidate must possess a minimum of

(a) Second Class Honours degree in Chemical Engineering from a recognized Institution.

(b) Upper Credit Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering obtained from Ahmadu Bello

University, Zaria.

Ph.D Chemical Engineering Candidate shall (i) possess a minimum of 4.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average on 5.0 scale or equivalent

letter grade (B) in M.Sc Chemical Engineering coursework from a reputable University (ii) possess a

Master’s research thesis.

In the M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes, the department offers specialized courses in the following three areas.

1. Process Engineering

2. Polymer/Ceramic Engineering

3. Petroleum and Gas Processing

5.3 DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

A. i Postgraduate Diploma in Power and Mechanics (PGDPM).

ii. Postgraduate Diploma in Electrics and Telecommunications (PGDET).

iii. Postgraduate Diploma in Data Communication and Software Engineering (PGDDCSE).

B. i) M. Sc Electrical/Power System Engineering.

ii) M. Sc Electrical/Electronics Engineering.

iii) M. Sc Electrical/Communications Engineering.

iii) M. Sc Electrical/Control Engineering.

iv) MSc. Computer Engineering

Admission Requirements

(a) A Second Class Honours degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering from a recognized

University or equivalent Institution.

(b) Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering with final CGPA of 3.50 on a 4.-point grade scale from a

recognized University or equivalent institution. However, priority will be given to Ahmadu Bello

University, Zaria Postgraduate Diploma graduates.

(c) A Third Class Honours degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering from a recognized

University or equivalent Institution with a minimum of Five (5) years post-graduation experience..

Where necessary candidates may be required to clear or make up for deficiency in previous

training. Each case will be considered individually by the Departmental PG Committee, which

will recommend the undergraduate Electrical Engineering courses that must be taken by the

candidate to clear the deficiencies.

C. i) Ph.D Electrical/Power System Engineering.

ii) Ph.D Electrical/Electronics Engineering.

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iii) Ph.D Electrical/Communications Engineering.

v) Ph.D Electrical/Control Engineering.

vi) PhD Computer Engineering Admission Requirements

. (i - iv) Candidate must have a Masters degree in Electrical/electronics Engineering.

5.4 DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Admission Requirements

M.Sc. (Production Engineering)

At least a Second Class (Honours) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, production Engineering or any related

degree of Ahmadu Bello University or of any other recognised university.

M.Sc. (Energy Studies)

At least a Second Class (Honours) Degree in Mechanical Engineering or any related degree of Ahmadu Bello

University, or of any other recognized University.

Ph.D.

A relevant masters degree of Ahmadu Bello University or any other recognised university.

FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN

6.1 DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE.

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture (PGDLA) Week-end-programme

B. Masters in Landscape Architecture (MLA)

C. Masters in Urban Design (MUD)

D. M. Sc Architecture

E. Ph.D Architecture

Admission Requirements

A. i) B. Sc or B.A. with a minimum of 3rd

class in Architecture or relevant fields.

ii) HND. Architecture with a minimum of credit grade from accredited recognized institution.

B, C. (i) Bachelor of Science with minimum of 2:2 in any of Architecture or related studio-based

disciplines in Environmental Design.

D. B. Sc Architecture with a minimum of 2nd

class lower degree.

E. Masters degree in Architecture (or equivalent) from a recognized university.

6.2 DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING.

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Building (PGDB)

B. M.Sc. Construction Management

C. M.Sc. Construction Technology

D. M.Sc. Building Services

E. Master of Facilities Management (MFM)

F. Master of Building (MB)

G. Ph.D Construction Management

H. Ph.D Construction Technology

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I. Ph.D Building Services

Admission Requirements

A. (i) B. Sc with a minimum of 3rd

class in Estate Management, Building, Quantity Surveying, Project

Management, Architecture, Civil/Mech./Elect. Engineering, Building Surveying and Land

Surveying.

(ii) HND with a minimum of lower Credit in fields (i) above from a recognized and accredited

institution.

B, C, D. A B.Sc. Degree in Building or Quantity Surveying (with at least a second class lower

division).

E. (i) B. Sc degree with 2:2 in Building. Quantity Survey, or Civil, Engineering.

(ii) B. Sc with a minimum of 2nd class lower (2.2) in Architecture, Estate Management,

Urban and Regional Planning and Electrical/Mechanical Engineering may also be

considered.

F. (i) B. Sc with 2:2 in Building, Quantity Surveying, or Civil Engineering.

(ii) Merit in Postgraduate Diploma in Building from ABU.

G, H, I. M.Sc. in Construction Management, Construction Technology or Building Services, as

the case may be obtained from the Ahmadu Bello University or any other recognized

University.

6.3 DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS

A. MFA Painting

B. MFA Sculpture

C. M.A Art Education

D. M.A Art History

E. Ph.D Painting

F. Ph.D Sculpture

G. Ph.D Art Education

H. Ph.D Art History

Admission Requirements:

A, B. MFA Painting/Sculpture

A first degree (B.A) in Fine Arts/Fine and Applied Arts with at least 2nd

class lower. Candidates

are required to forward portfolio of their recent works along with application forms.

C, D. M.A. Art Education/Art History

A first degree (B.A) in Fine Arts with at least 2nd

class lower.

E. Ph.D Painting

MFA or M.A degree in painting or sculpture and must be practicing artists. Candidate must

submit portfolio (photographs) of their recent works along with application.

F. Ph.D Sculpture

MFA or M.A degree in Sculpture and must be practicing artists.

G. Ph.D Art Education

M.A. in Art Education. Candidates with M.F.A. can be admitted, but they must take some

M.A. Art Education courses during the first year of registration.

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H. Ph.D Art History

M.A. in Art History. Candidates with M.F.A. Painting or Sculpture can be admitted, but must

take some prescribed course on M.A. Art history during the first year of registration.

6.4 DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

A. M.A. Industrial Design (with specialization in Graphics, Glass, Ceramics or Textiles).

B.A. (Industrial Design) degree or equivalent with 1st or 2

nd class honors.

B. Ph.D Industrial Design. (with specialization in Graphics, Glass, Ceramics or Textiles).

A Masters degree in Industrial Design or related fields.

6.5 DEPARTMENT OF URBAN & REGIONAL PLANNING

A. Masters in Urban Management

B. Masters in Regional Planning

C. Masters in Tourism and Recreation Planning

D. Ph.D. Urban & Regional Planning.

Admission Requirements

A. B.URP, B. Tech (URP) or B. Sc (URP) with a minimum of second class lower degree.

B. Bachelor’s Degree, with a minimum of second class lower in Geography, Sociology,

Economics or Architecture.

C. (i) Minimum of 2nd

class lower degree in URP, Geography, Sociology or related fields from

a recognized university.

(ii) Merit Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism or related field from recognized university.

D. Masters degree in Urban and Regional Planning

6.6 DEPARTMENT OF QUANTITY SURVEYING

A. M. Sc Project Management (Full-Time)

B. M. Sc Quantity Surveying (Full-Time)

C. Ph.D. Quantity Surveying (Full-Time)

Admission Requirements

A. A minimum of second class lower degree in Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Building,

Urban and Regional Planning or Civil Engineering.

B. A minimum of second class lower degree in Quantity Surveying.

C. M. Sc degree in Quantity Surveying.

FACULTY OF LAW

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Corporate Management Law (Week-end programme)

B. Postgraduate Diploma in Islamic Laws (Week-end programme)

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C. Postgraduate Diploma in International Law and Diplomacy (Week-end programme)

D. Postgraduate Diploma in Estate Management Laws (Week-end programme)

E. Postgraduate Diploma in Commercial Law

F. LL.M. (Master of Laws)

G. Ph.D (Doctor of Philosophy in Laws)

Admission Requirement

A. i) At least 3rd

Class degree in Law, Management, Bus. Admin. Accounting, Economics, Insurance

or related fields.

ii) HND. with a minimum of lower credit in the above fields plus 2 years working experience

B. Minimum of Third Class Degree in Law (LLB), B.A. Islamic Studies, or HND. with lower credit

in Shari'a from a recognized or accredited institutions.

C. i) Minimum of Third Class Degree in Law (LLB), Political Science, International Studies, Public

Admin. or Economics.

ii) HND with minimum of lower credit in the related fields from recognized and accredited

institutions.

D. i) Minimum of Third Class Degree in Law, Town Planning, Architecture, Estate Management,

Geography, Engineering, Surveying, Agriculture or Building.

ii) HND with minimum of lower credit in the above fields from recognized and accredited

institutions.

F. (i) First degree in Law (LL.B) with First or Second Class Honours.

(ii) Third class plus Postgraduate Diploma in Law.

G. LL.M. (Master of Laws) First or second class Degree with research thesis component from a

recognized University.

FACULTY OF MEDICINE

8.1 DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY MEDICINE

A. Master of Public Health (MPH)

Admission Requirements I. The MPH course is open to candidates who possess an MBBS degree of Ahmadu Bello

University or an equivalent medical degree from a recognized University.

II. All candidates must be registered with the Nigerian Medical and Dental Council and must

have at least three years post degree cognate experience in Medicine, or Industry or Federal,

State, Local Government and Health and Safety Medical Programs.

III. There shall be a facultative pretest to determine the eligibility of candidates who can most

benefit from the course.

8.2 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN ANATOMY

A. M.Sc. Human Anatomy

B. Ph.D. Human Anatomy

Admission Requirements

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a). M.Sc. Anatomy: – Minimum of B. Sc. Second Class Lower in Anatomy, Physiology, MBBS or

B.D.S, or any relevant Biomedical Science degree, of the Ahmadu Bello University and other

recognized institutions.

b). Ph. D. Anatomy: M.Sc. degree in Anatomy from Ahmadu Bello University or from any other

recognized institutions; or a first degree in anatomy with a Masters degree in any relevant

biomedical science.

8.3 DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY

A. M.Sc. Human Physiology

B. Ph.D. Human Physiology

Admission Requirements

A. i. A first degree in Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Anatomy, Physiotherapy and

Zoology, with a minimum of Second Class Lower.

ii. A graduate of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine or Dentistry

B. i. Masters degree in Human Physiology

8.4 DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE

A. M.Sc. Immunology

B. Ph.D. Immunology

Admission Requirements

M.Sc. Immunology Graduates from recognised institutions in Medicine, Veterinary Medicine as well as other related fields such as

Biochemistry, Microbiology etc who possess the FIMLT in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Haematology, Chemical

Pathology who have relevant experience would also be eligible for the master programme.

PhD. Immunology

For admission into the Ph.D program, candidates must have successfully completed the MSc program. However,

candidates with MBBS and DVM with relevant experience and other qualifications may be considered for direct

entry into the Ph. D Programme but they would be expected to have mastered the content of the syllabus as

outlined for the MSc Programme and pass an examination at the end of first session

8.5 DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY

A. M.Sc. Chemical Pathology

Admission Requirements

i. Graduates in Medicine (MBBS) from any recognized University.

ii. B. Sc Biochemistry 2:2 with experience in Hospital Laboratory Practice iii. Passing of an entrance examination to be organized by the Department

B. PhD Chemical Pathology

Admission Requirements 1) Graduates in M.Sc Chemical Pathology from ABU or any other recognized institution.

2) Graduates in Medicine (MBBS) from ABU or any other recognized institution with outstanding academic

record especially in Chemical Pathology.

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8.6 DEPARTMENT OF NURSING SCIENCE

A. M.Sc. Nursing Sciences

a) MSc.- candidate must possess university and faculty O' level certificate requirement at

credit level in at least five subjects of English Language, General Mathematics, Biology,

Chemistry and Physic in West African Examination Council Ordinary Level Certificate

or its equivalent in not more than two sittings.

b) The candidates must possess RN or RN/RM Certificates in addition to Bachelor degree

B. Sc Nursing/B.N.Sc. from Ahmadu Bello University or any other recognized

University and must obtain a minimum of second-class lower division. A postgraduate

diploma in Nursing or other related disciplines may be an added advantage.

c) Candidate who has third-class degree from any institution mention in (b) above and

possess a post graduate diploma in an area he wish to further his MSc. Nursing or spent

three years after graduation are legible to be considered for the programme.

.

B. PhD Nursing Sciences a) PhD Candidates must possess a good Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.Sc Nursing/ B.N.Sc) degree and a

good M. Sc. degree in Nursing or Masters degree in related disciplines from Ahmadu Bello University or

any other recognized university.

b) Candidates with masters degrees in related disciplines shall be admitted into the M Phil/PhD Nursing

Science programme during which the candidate must register and pass all the M.Sc. Nursing courses as

required. To continue with the PhD on completion of the course work, such candidate must obtain a

minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5 point scale.

c) Candidates that obtain a CGPA of less than 3.50 shall be made to terminate at the M Phil level.

d) Candidates who have successfully converted from M.Phil./ Ph.D. in Nursing programme.

FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

9.1 DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY AND CLINICAL PHARMACY.

A. M.Sc. Pharmacology.

At least a Second Class Honors degree in Pharmacology, Physiology, Biochem. and related

biomedical fields from a recognized University.

B. Ph.D Pharmacology.

Masters degree in Pharmacology, Physiology, Biochem. or related biomedical fields from a

recognized University.

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9.2 DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICAL & MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY

A. M. Sc Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Degree in Pharmacy or a Minimum of Second Class lower in Chemistry, or Biochemistry.

B. Ph.D Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Candidate should have a Masters degree in Pharm. Chemistry from a recognized university.

C. Ph.D Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Master degree in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology,

Microbiology or any related food sciences.

9.3 DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOGNOSY AND DRUG DEVELOPMENT

A. M.Sc. (Pharmacognosy)

B. Pharm. or B. Sc 2:2 in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Botany or Biology.

B. Ph.D (Pharmacognosy)

M. Sc in Pharmacognosy, Chemistry or Botany from a recognized university.

9.4 DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICS AND PHARMACEUTICAL

MICROBIOLOGY.

A. M. Sc Pharmaceutics

B. M. Sc Pharmaceutical Microbiology

C. Ph.D Pharmaceutics

D. Ph.D Pharmaceutical Microbiology

Admission Requirements

A,B; B. Pharm, B. Sc (Pharmacy) or related fields with a minimum of second class lower

C, D Masters degree in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutical

Microbiology, Microbiology or any related Food Sciences.

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

10.1 DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY.

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition.

(i) B. Sc in Biochemistry, Nutrition, Agric, Nursing, Medicine, Food Science/Food

Technology, Home Economics or related disciplines with a minimum of 3rd

class degree.

(ii) HND with a minimum of lower credit in above field or related discipline from recognized

and accredited institution.

B M. Sc Biochemistry

C. B.Sc Biochemistry with minimum of second class lower.

C. Ph.D Biochemistry

M. Sc in Biochemistry.

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10.2 DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

A. M.Sc. Educational Biology.

Minimum of B.Sc. 2nd

class lower degree in Biology, Botany, Zoology. or B.Sc. (Educ.).

B. M.Sc. Biology. Minimum of B. Sc 2

nd class lower degree in Biology, Botany or Zoology.

C. M.Sc. Botany.

Minimum of B. Sc 2nd

class lower degree in Biology or Botany

D. M.Sc. Zoology.

Minimum of 2nd

class lower degree in Biology or Zoology.

E M. Sc Fisheries.

Minimum of B. Sc 2nd

class lower degree in Biology, Botany, Zoology, Fisheries or other

relevant applied areas of Biology.

F. Ph.D in Biology, Botany, Zoology or Fisheries.

M. Sc in relevant areas except M. Sc Educational Biology. For Ph.D Educational Biology, the

applicant must possess M. Sc Educational Biology.

10.3 DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

A. Post Graduate Diploma

(i) Analytical Chemistry

(ii) Environmental Chemistry

Admission Requirements

i. Minimum of third class honors degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or relevant science subject, or

other related disciplines such as, Engineering, Environmental Science, Urban and Regional

Planning and Surveying.

ii. HND/HNC in the disciplines listed in (i) with a minimum of Upper credit.

M.Sc. in the following:

B. Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Science & Technology, Chemistry (with specialization in

Inorganic, Physical, Organic and Theoretical Chemistry).

Admission Requirements

A minimum of Second Class lower honors degree in Chemistry.

C. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Full-Time

- Analytical Chemistry

- Polymer Science and Technology

- Inorganic Chemistry

- Organic Chemistry

- Physical and Theoretical Chemistry

Admission Requirements

M.Sc. or M. Phil. degree in Chemistry or equivalent from a recognized University with minimum

CGPA of 3.5..

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10.4 DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Rural Development (Weekend programme)

B. Postgraduate Diploma in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System

C. M. Sc Geography (Full Time)

D. M. Sc Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System (Full Time)

E. M.Sc. Transport Management (Full Time)

F. M. Sc Demography and Population Studies (Full Time)

G. M. Sc Environmental Management (Full Time)

H. M. Sc Rural Development (Full time)

I. Ph.D Geography (Full Time)

J. Ph.D Rural Development (Full time)

Admission Requirements

A. Minimum of third class lower in Geography, Urban and Regional Planning, Agricultural

Science, Economics or Sociology.

B. (i) Minimum of Third Class Lower in Geography, Urban and Regional Planning, Geology,

Surveying, Engineering, Environmental Sciences and related field.

(ii) HND with lower credit in Remote Sensing, Land Surveying, Cartography, Urban and

Regional Planning or Geographic Information System from accredited and recognized

institution.

C. Minimum of second Class Lower in Geography.

D. Minimum of Second Class Lower in Geography, Land Surveying, Geology, Agricultural Science

or Geophysics.

E. Minimum of Second Class Lower in Geography, Urban and Regional Planning Civil

Engineering and related fields.

F. Minimum of Second Cass Lower in Geography, Sociology and related fields.

G. Minimum of Second Class Lower in Geography, Biological sciences, Geology, Urban and

Regional Planning, Environmental Sciences and related Engineering and agricultural science

discipline..

H. Minimum of second class lower in geography, social sciences, agriculture and related fields.

I. Masters degree in Geography.

J. Master's degree in Rural Development, Development studies, resources management, and

related fields.

10.5 DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY

A. M. Sc Geology with specialization in mineral Exploration, Hydrogeology, (paleontology and

stratigraphy).

B. Ph.D Geology

Admission Requirements

A. B. Sc (Honours) degree in Geology with at least second class (lower Division).

B. M. Sc Geology in a field related to the topic of study.

10.6 DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (Week-end Programme)

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B. Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics (Week-end programme)

C. M.Sc. Mathematics, M.Sc. Statistics and M. Sc Computer Science.

D. Ph.D Mathematics and Ph.D. Statistics.

Admission Requirements

A, B(i) B. Sc degree with a minimum of Third Class in Maths, Statistics, Computer, Physical

Sciences, Engineering, Accounting or Business Administration.

(ii) HND in the above fields with a minimum of lower credit from recognized and accredited

institutions, plus 3 years post-qualification experience.

C. B. Sc degree in the relevant subject area with first or second class honors.

D. Masters degree in the relevant subject area.

10.7 DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology (PGDMB). Week-end programme)

B. M.Sc. Microbiology.

C. Ph.D Microbiology.

Admission Requirements

A. i) B. Sc degree, with a minimum of 3rd

Class honors in Microbiology and related courses such as

Biology, Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology etc.

ii) HND with at least credit grade in Microbiology and related courses (as listed above).

B. B. Sc in Microbiology with a first or second class lower or related disciplines.

C. M. Sc in Microbiology.

10.8 DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS

A. M.Sc. Applied Geophysics.

B. M.Sc. Physics.

C. M.Sc. Radiation Biophysics.

D. Ph.D Physics.

E. Ph.D Applied Geophysics.

Admission Requirements

A. B. Sc with minimum of 2nd

class lower division in Physics, Land Surveying, Geology,

Mathematics or Engineering.

B. B. Sc degree with a minimum of second class lower division in Physics.

C. B. Sc degree with a minimum of second class lower division in Physics, Chemistry,

Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, Chemical Engineering or B. Sc (Ed.) Physics.

D. M. Sc/M. Phil. in Physics or Radiation Biophysics.

E. M. Sc/M. Phil. in Applied Geophysics or Geophysics.

10.9 DEPARTMENT OF TEXTILE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Textile Science & Technology (Week-end programme).

B. M. Sc Colour Chemistry and Technology (Full-Time)

C. M.Sc. Textile Science & Technology

D. Ph.D Colour Chemistry and Technology (Full-Time)

E. Ph.D Textile Evaluation (Full-Time)

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F. Ph.D Fibre Science and Polymer Technology (Full-Time)

G. Ph.D Textile Chemistry (Full-Time)

H. Ph.D Textile Science and Technology

Admission Requirements

A. i) Graduates from recognised institutions in Medicine, Veterinary Medicine as well as other related fields

such as Biochemistry, Microbiology etc who possess the FIMLT in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Haematology,

Chemical Pathology who have relevant experience would also be eligible for the master programme.

ii. For admission into the Ph.D program, candidates must have successfully completed the MSc program.

However, candidates with MBBS and DVM with relevant experience and other qualifications may be considered

for direct entry into the Ph. D Programme but they would be expected to have mastered the content of the syllabus

as outlined for the MSc Programme and pass an examination at the end of first session

B. i) .All candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics, Chemistry and or

Physics

ii) A minimum of second class lower degree with a CGPA of 3.25/5 scale in any branch of Textile Science and

Technology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or any equivalent professional qualification from Ahmadu Bello

University, Zaria or from any other recognized institution considered acceptable to the Department and Faculty of

Science.

iii). Those applicants who do not possess the formal qualifications specified above (1.3.2), but who possess

equivalent professional qualification e.g., A.S.D.C, A.T.I., Post Graduate Diploma in Textile Science and

Technology or Post Graduate Diploma in Colour Chemistry with a minimum of CGPA 3.25/5 scale, and have

considerable experience in the area of Textiles, Leather, Polymer or Colour using industries, may also be

considered.

In all cases, successful applicants shall be required to make up for any deficiencies in their previous training by

taking recommended courses within and outside the Department of Textile Science and Technology.

C. (i) A minimum of second class lower degree in Textile Science and Technology, Physics,

Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering from ABU, or any other recognized institution.

(ii) Minimum of merit in Postgraduate Diploma in Textile Science and Technology or Postgraduate

Diploma in Colour Chemistry from ABU.

D, E, M. Sc in Textile Science and Technology, Chemistry, Textile Physics, Textile

F, G Evaluation, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or any other related discipline from a recognized

University.

H. (i) M.Sc. in Textile Science and Technology, Textile Chemistry, Textile Physics, Textile

Evaluation, Textile Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics and other related

disciplines.

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

11.1 DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS A. M.Sc. Economics.

1. Five 'a' level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and Economics plus any other

two Art or Social Sciences subjects.

2. 'A' level not a requirement

3. A minimum of Second Class Lower Division (2:2) in Economics from recognized University.

4. A good M.5c. Economics Degree with a minimum of B average grade from A.B.U. or any other

University re.cognized by Ahmadu Bello University.

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B. Ph.D Economics

Admission Requirements

M. Sc Degree in Economics with a minimum of 60% (B average) average score in both coursework and

M. Sc thesis.

11.2 DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Election Administration (PGDEA) Full-Time Program

B. Master of International Affairs and Diplomacy (M.I.A.D.) (Part-time Programme).

C. M. Sc in Political Science.

D. Ph.D Political Science.

Admission Requirements

A. i) Minimum of 3rd

Class Degree in all disciplines.

ii) HND. with credit grade in all disciplines.

B First or second class Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from ABU. or any other

recognized University.

C. A first degree with at least a second class (lower division) in Political Science or

International Studies/Relation.

D. M. Sc in Political Science or International Studies.

11.3 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY

Admission Requirements

A. Masters in Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice (M.L.C.)

Applicants must:

i. Meet the O'Level requirements into undergraduate programmes in ABU (i.e 5 credits

including at least a Pass (P) in Maths.

ii. Hold a minimum of 2nd Class degree from a recognised university.

iii. Hold a 3rd Class degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 5years working

experience or PGD

B. M. Sc Sociology.

Applicants must:

i. Meet the O'level requirements for admission into B.Sc Sociology in ABU.

ii. Hold a B.Sc Sociology degree with a minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division and a CGPA of

3.00 and above from a recognised University.

C. Ph.D Sociology.

Applicants must:

i. Meet the O'level requirements for admission into B.Sc Sociology in ABU

ii. Hold a B.Sc Sociology with a minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division and a CGPA of 3.00 and

above from a recognised university.

iii. Hold an M.Sc Sociology with a minimum CGPA of 3.5 from a recognised university.

11.4. DEPARTMENT OF MASS COMMUNICATION

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication (PGDMC) Part-Time/Weekend

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Programme

A. M. Sc Mass Communication.

Admission Requirements

A. In addition to such university and faculty requirements as shall be prescribed from time to time, all candidates

for admission into Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Mass Communication must obtain credit in English

language and any other three in addition to a pass in Mathematics at the Senior Secondary School Certificate

Examination or the General Certificate of Education, Ordinary Level.

For Direct Entry, candidates should hold a Diploma in Journalism in Mass Communication of the Department of

Mass Communication, ABU, Zaria, or from a recognized institution with a minimum of Merit Pass OR Interim

Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) of the Ahmadu Bello University in at least 3 subjects obtained at not less that

“C” level.

B. i) Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, or related discipline with at least a

Second Class Lower.

ii) Minimum of merit in postgraduate diploma in Mass Communication from ABU.

FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE

12.1 DEPARTMENT OF VET. ANATOMY

A. M. Sc Veterinary Anatomy

B. Ph.D in Veterinary Anatomy

Admission Requirements

A. DVM or equivalent with minimum of ‘B’ in area of interest.

B. M. Sc in Veterinary Anatomy.

12.2 DEPARTMENT OF VET. PARASITOLOGY & ENTOMOLOGY

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Veterinary Parasitology

B. M. Sc Parasitology & Entomology

C. Ph.D Parasitology & Entomology

Admission Requirements

A Possession of B.Sc degree in Zoology, Microbiology, Parasitology or combined honours with 22 or a

3rd

class with a minimum of five year’s working experience, or Higher National Diploma (HND) in

Animal Health & Production, Range Management or related field & three years post qualification

experience in relevant areas.

B. DVM, B. Sc, minimum of second class lower in Animal Science or Zoology, or related fields.

C. M. Sc in the relevant areas.

12.3 DEPARTMENT OF VET. PHYSIOLOGY

A. M. Sc

B. Ph.D

Admission Requirements

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A. DVM, B. Sc degree with a minimum of second class honour in Animal Science, Animal

Physiology or related fields.

B. M. Sc in Veterinary Physiology and related areas

12.4 DEPARTMENT OF VET. PHARMACOLOGY & TOXICOLOGY

A. M. Sc

B. Ph.D

Admission Requirements

A. DVM, in Pharmacology, Toxicology or related fields.

B. M. Sc in Veterinary Pharmacology, Toxicology and related areas

12.5 DEPARTMENT OF VET. PUBLIC HEALTH & PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

A. Postgraduate Diploma in Food Hygiene (PGDFH)

B. Postgraduate Diploma in Veterinary Epidemiology

C. M. Sc Public Health & Preventive Medicine

D. Ph.D Public Health & Preventive Medicine

Admission Requirements

A. DVM, MBBS or a B. Sc in Zoology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related medical/biological

Sciences with a minimum of 3rd

class degree.

B. DVM, or B. Sc (with a minimum of 3rd

class degree) in fields related to medicine, Pharmacy,

food science and Tech.

C. DVM, MBBS or a B. Sc in Zoology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related areas like Biological

Science with a minimum of second class degree

D. M. Sc in Vet. Public Health & Preventive Medicine

12.6 DEPARTMENT OF VET. PATHOLOGY

A. M. Sc Vet. Pathology.

B. Ph.D Vet. Pathology.

Admission Requirements

A. DVM or MBBS

B. M. Sc in relevant areas.

12.7 DEPARTMENT OF VET. MICROBIOLOGY

A. M. Sc Vet. Microbiology.

B. Ph.D Vet. Microbiology.

Admission Requirements

A. DVM, MBBS or a B. Sc in Zoology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related areas medical/

Biological Science with a minimum of second class degree

B. M. Sc in relevant areas.

12.8 DEPARTMENT OF VET. MEDICINE

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A. M. Sc:

i. Medicine: Avian Medicine, Small Animal Internal Medicine, Small Animal Infectious

Diseases, Food Animal Medicine, Equine Medicine, Small Animal Dermatology,

Wildlife Medicine.

ii. Masters in Tropical Veterinary Medicine (MTVM)

B. Ph.D:

Avian Medicine, Small Animal Internal Medicine, Small Animal Infectious

Diseases, Food Animal Medicine, Equine Medicine.

Admission Requirements

A. DVM, MBBS

B. M. Sc or M. Phil in relevant areas.

B . M.Sc. Tropical Veterinary Medicine (MTVM)

A D.V.M. degree from a recognized University.

12.9 DEPARTMENT OF VET. SURGERY

A. M. Sc:

i. Surgery: Large Animal Surgery, Soft Tissue Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery,

Veterinary Radiology, Veterinary Anaesthesia, Equine Surgery, Wildlife Surgery.

B. Ph.D:

Surgery: Large Animal Surgery, Soft Tissue Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery,

Veterinary Radiology, Veterinary Anaesthesia, Equine Surgery, Wildlife Surgery.

Admission Requirements

A. DVM,

B. M. Sc or M.Phil in relevant areas.

12.10 DEPARTMENT OF THERIOGENOLOGY & PRODUCTION

A. M. Sc:

i. Theriogenology

B. Ph.D Theriogenology

Admission Requirements

A. DVM,

B. M. Sc in relevant areas.

Admission Requirements

A. M.Sc. Tropical Veterinary Medicine (MTVM)

A D.V.M. degree from a recognized University.