The Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) has officially opened applications for postgraduate admission for the 2025/2026 academic session, offering Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s (M.A./M.Sc.), and M.Phil/Ph.D. programs both online and on‑campus.
Application Timeline
- Application opens: Monday, 4th August 2025
- Closing date: Friday, 30th September, 2025
Application Fee
- The non‑refundable application fee is ₦26,000 (Twenty‑six thousand naira), payable via Remita on the official portal.
Eligible Programs & Academic Requirements
FULAFIA’s School of Postgraduate Studies offers admission into:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master’s Degrees: M.A., M.Sc.
- M.Phil and Ph.D. programs
Eligibility criteria include:
- PGD: Minimum honors degree or HND (upper credit or lower credit with ≥5 years relevant work experience).
- M.A./M.Sc.: Honors Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with at least a 2nd Class Lower and minimum CGPA of 3.0 (or 2.50 for certain courses).
- M.Phil/Ph.D.: A good Master’s degree in relevant discipline with minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5‑point scale or 55% average.
Candidates will be required to pass a qualifying examination before admission is finalized.
How to Apply
- Visit the official postgraduate admission portal: https://cpgs.fulafia.edu.ng, or cpgs.fulafia.edu.ng/applications.
- Register or log in to access the application form.
- Complete the online form and make payment via Remita.
- Upload all required documents, submit before the closing date.
Ensure all steps are completed through the official CPGS platform to avoid errors or delays.
Available Courses
FULAFIA offers a wide range of academic programs across different fields, including but not limited to:
Faculty of Science
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Biochemistry
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Chemistry
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Computer Science
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Mathematics
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Microbiology
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Physics
Faculty of Social Sciences
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Economics
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Political Science
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Sociology
Centre for Gender & Development Studies
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Gender & Development Studies
Centre for Intelligence & Security Studies
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Criminology & Security Studies
- M.Sc. in Forensic Science
- Masters in Conflict, Intelligence & Security Studies
AVAILABLE ONLINE PROGRAMMES
Centre for Security Studies
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Criminology & Security Studies
- Masters in Conflict, Intelligence & Security Studies
- Masters in Forensic Science
- Masters in Cybersecurity
Faculty of Social Sciences
- PGD, M.Sc. in Economics (Finance)
- PGD, M.Sc. in Political Science
- PGD, M.Sc. in Sociology
- Masters in Criminology & Security Studies
Faculty of Medical Lab. Science
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Haematology & Management
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Chemical Pathology & Management
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Clinical Microbiology & Management
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Histopathology & Management
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Immunology & Management
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Medical Virology & Management
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Parasitology & Management
- Masters in Quality Management Science
- Masters in Cytotechnology
Faculty of Agriculture
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Agric. Economics & Ext.
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Crop Production
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Soil Science
Faculty of Arts
- PGD, M.A., M.Phil/PhD in English & Literary Studies
- PGD, M.A., M.Phil/PhD in History & Int’l Studies
Faculty of Computing
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Computer Science
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Cybersecurity
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Information Technology
Faculty of Education
- PGDE, M.Ed, M.Phil/PhD in Curriculum Studies
- PGDE, M.Ed, M.Phil/PhD in Educational Psychology
- PGDE, M.Ed, M.Phil/PhD in Guidance & Counselling
- PGDE, M.Ed, M.Phil/PhD in Measurement & Evaluation
Faculty of Environmental Design
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Architecture
Faculty of Medical Lab. Science
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Medical Lab. Science
Faculty of Management Science
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Accounting
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Business Administration
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Entrepreneurship Studies
- PGD, M.Sc., M.Phil/PhD in Public Administration
Courses are offered in both online formats (e.g., professional diplomas) and regular on‑campus modalities, depending on the department and duration.
Application Requirements
Prospective applicants should prepare:
- Academic transcripts
- Certificates (e.g. B.Sc, M.Sc where applicable)
- Occupational or professional references (especially for HND holders)
- Passport photograph and personal data
- A written research proposal (for M.Phil/Ph.D. applicants)
Additional Information
- Payment and application must be handled entirely via the SPGS online portal to ensure validation.
- Incomplete or late applications may not be accepted—applicants are advised to apply early and track official updates on the FULAFIA website or SPGS portal.
- For enquiries, candidates may contact the School of Postgraduate Studies, or use emails listed on the portal.
