Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA), Kogi State, is inviting qualified candidates to apply for its postgraduate programs for the 2025/2026 academic session. Below is a basic breakdown of the admission requirements and how to apply.
General Admission Requirements
1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
The PGD programme runs for 2–4 semesters.
To apply, you must have:
- A first degree (not below Third Class) OR an HND (Lower Credit and above) in a related field
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
- Five O’Level credits, including English, Mathematics, and three relevant subjects
For the Centre for Safety Management, applicants with strong work experience in safety fields or those with professional safety certifications may also be considered.
2. Master’s Degree (Full-time and Part-time)
- Full-time: 4–6 semesters
- Part-time: 6–11 semesters
You may qualify if you:
- Have at least a Second-Class degree from FUL or another recognized university
- Have a degree plus a relevant PGD with at least a credit pass
- Have a Third-Class degree plus a relevant PGD
- Have an unclassified degree with a “C” (50+) average (you may take a qualifying test)
- Have five O’Level credits including English and Mathematics
- Have an NYSC Certificate
- Pass a Departmental Exam (if required)
- Have other qualifications approved by the University Senate
Special Requirements
M.Sc. in Molecular Biology and Genomics:
- Open to graduates in Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Medical Lab Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related fields with at least Second-Class Lower.
- Candidates with Upper Credit in PGD Microbiology (FUL or recognized institutions) can also apply.
Centre for Safety Management:
- Requires a degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Physical Sciences, Health Sciences, Management Sciences, or related fields.
- A PGD in Safety/Environmental/Risk Management may be accepted.
- Two years of work experience in safety is preferred.
- Professional safety membership is an added advantage.
Institute for Gender Studies
- Requires at least Second-Class Lower in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Humanities, or related fields.
- Relevant work experience is a plus.
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
The Ph.D. program lasts 6–10 semesters. Candidates may need to take some courses and must write a thesis.
You may qualify if you:
- Hold a good Master’s degree (minimum CGPA: 4.0/5.0 or 3.0/4.0) in a relevant area
- Hold a Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in a related field
- Have at least a Second-Class Lower Bachelor’s Degree
- Have five O’Level credits including English and Mathematics
- Have an NYSC Certificate
- Have other qualifications accepted by the University Senate
How to Apply
All applications are online. Visit the university website. Go to the Postgraduate Studies Portal, fill in your details, and submit your form.
Use the correct link for the program you want:
- PGD (Academic): pg.fulokoja.edu.ng/pgd/apply
- Master’s (Academic): pg.fulokoja.edu.ng/masters/apply
- Ph.D. (Academic): pg.fulokoja.edu.ng/phd/apply
- All Professional PGD, Master’s & Ph.D.: pg.fulokoja.edu.ng/iogads/
Create an account with a valid email, fill out the form, and submit.
Available Programs
FACULTY OF ARTS
Department of English and Literary Studies
- M.A in English (Language)
- M.A in English (Literature)
- Ph.D. in English (Language)
- Ph.D. in English (Literature)
Department of History & International Studies
- M.A in History & International Studies
- Ph.D. in History & International Studies
Department of Linguistics & African Languages
- PGD in Descriptive Linguistics
- PGD in Applied Linguistics
Department of Theatre Arts
- PGD in Theatre Arts
- M.A in Theatre Arts
- Ph.D. in Theatre Arts
FACULTY OF COMPUTING
Department of Computer Science
- PGD in Computer Science
- M.Sc. in Computer Science
- Ph.D. in Computer Science
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Department of Business Education
- M.Sc. Ed Business Education
- Ph.D. Business Education
Department of Educational Foundations
- PGD in Education (PGDE)
- M.Ed. Guidance and Counselling
- M. Ed. Educational Measurement and Evaluation
- Ph.D. Educational Measurement and Evaluation
Department of Science Education
- M.Ed. Science Education
- Ph.D. Science Education
Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education
- M.Ed. English Education
- M. Ed. Social Studies
- Ph.D. English Education
FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Department of Geography
- PGD in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS)
- M.Sc. in Geography
- Ph.D. in Geography
FACULTY OF LIFE SCIENCES
Department of Biological Sciences
- PGD in Biology
- M.Sc. in Biology (Conservation Biology)
- M.Sc. in Biology (Environmental Biology)
- Ph.D. in Biology (Conservation Biology)
- Ph.D. in Biology (Environmental Biology)
Department of Botany
- M.Sc. in Botany (Plant Biosystematics/Taxonomy)
- M.Sc. in Botany (Mycology/Plant Pathology)
- M.Sc. in Botany (Environmental Botany)
Department of Zoology
- M.Sc. Applied Parasitology
- M.Sc. Entomology
- M.Sc. Fishery and Hydrobiology
- Ph.D. Applied Parasitology
- Ph.D. Entomology
- Ph.D. Fishery and Hydrobiology
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
Department of Accounting
- PGD in Accounting
- M.Sc. Accounting
- M.Sc. Forensic Accounting
- M.Sc. Public Sector Accounting
- M.Sc. Taxation
- Ph.D. Accounting
- Ph.D. Forensic Accounting
- Ph.D. Public Sector Accounting
- Ph.D. Taxation
Department of Business Administration
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Management (PGDM)
- M. Sc. Business Administration
- Ph.D. Business Administration
Department of Finance
- PGD in Finance
- M.Sc. in Finance
- Ph.D. in Finance
Department of Public Administration
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Public Administration
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- M.Sc. Public Administration
- Ph.D. Public Administration
FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES
Department of Chemistry
- PGD in Chemistry
- M.Sc. in Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry)
- M.Sc. in Chemistry (Environmental Chemistry)
- M.Sc. in Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry)
- M.Sc. in Chemistry (Organic Chemistry)
- Ph.D. in Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry)
- Ph.D. in Chemistry (Environmental Chemistry)
- Ph.D. in Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry)
- Ph.D. in Chemistry (Organic Chemistry)
Department of Industrial Chemistry
- PGD in Industrial Chemistry
- M.Sc. Industrial Chemistry
- Ph.D. Industrial Chemistry
Department of Geology
- PGD in Geology
- M.Sc. in Geology (Hydrogeology)
- M.Sc. in Geology (Mineral Exploration)
- M.Sc. in Geology (Sedimentology/Petroleum)
- M.Sc. in Geology (Applied Geophysics)
- Ph.D. in Geology (Hydrogeology)
- Ph.D. in Geology (Mineral Exploration)
- Ph.D. in Geology (Sedimentology/Petroleum)
- Ph.D. in Geology (Applied Geophysics)
Department of Physics
- PGD in Physics
- M.Sc. in Physics
- Ph.D. in Physics
Department of Mathematics
- PGD in Mathematics
- M.Sc. in Mathematics
- Ph.D. in Mathematics
Department of Statistics
- PGD in Statistics
- M.Sc. in Statistics
- Ph.D. in Statistics
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
Department of Economics
- PGD in Economics
- M.Sc. in Economics
- Ph.D. in Economics
Department of Political Science
- PGD in Political Science
- M.Sc. in Political Science
- M.Sc. in International Relations and Strategic Studies
- Ph.D. in Political Science
Department of Library and Information Science
- PGD in Library and Information Science
- M.Sc. in Library and Information Science
- Ph.D. in Library and Information Science
POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES UNDER THE INSTITUTE OF GOVERNANCE AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
- Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies
- Postgraduate Diploma in History and Cultural Studies
- Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
- Postgraduate Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies
- Master in Accounting and Finance (MAF)
- Master in Border and Migration Studies
- Master in Business Administration (MBA)
- Master in Climate Change Resilience and Sustainability
- Master in Development Studies
- Master in Disaster and Humanitarian Studies
- Master in Information Management
- Master in International Relations and Strategic Studies
- Master in Leadership and Development Studies
- Master in Leadership, Security and Strategic Studies
- Master in Legislative Studies
- Master in Peace and Conflict Studies
- Master in Population and Demographic Studies
- Master in Public Health and Promotion
- Master in Public Policy and Administrative Studies
- Master in Public Sector Management
- Master in Social Work
- Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
- Ph.D. in Border and Migration Studies
- Ph.D. in Climate Change Resilience and Sustainability
- Ph.D. in Development Studies
- Ph.D. in Election and Party Politics
- Ph.D. in Information Management
- Ph.D. in Leadership and Development Studies
- Ph.D. in Leadership and Strategic Studies
- Ph.D. in Legislative Drafting
- Ph.D. in Legislative Studies
- Ph.D. in Parliamentary Administration
- Ph.D. in Peace and Conflict Studies
- Ph.D. in Population and Demographic Studies
- Ph.D. in Public Sector Management
- Ph.D. in Social Work
POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES UNDER THE INSTITUTE OF GOVERNANCE AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES IN COLLABORATION WITH THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE AND DEMOCRATIC STUDIES, ABUJA (NILDS)
- Ph.D. in Election and Party Politics
- Ph.D. in Leadership and Development Studies
- Ph.D. in Leadership and Strategic Studies
- Ph.D. in Legislative Drafting
- Ph.D. in Legislative Studies
- Ph.D. in Parliamentary Administration
- Ph.D. in Peace and Conflict Studies
- Ph.D. in Public Sector Management
POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES UNDER THE INSTITUTE OF GOVERNANCE AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES IN COLLABORATION WITH THE INSTITUTE FOR CRISIS RESOLUTION, PEACE BUILDING AND CONCILIATION, ABUJA
- PGD in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- PGD in Criminology and Security Studies
- PGD in Disaster and Risk Management
- PGD in Cyber Security Studies
- Master in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- Master in Criminology and Security Studies
- Master in Disaster and Risk Management
- Master in Cyber Security Studies
POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES UNDER THE CENTRE FOR SAFETY MANAGEMENT, FULOKOJA IN COLLABORATION WITH THE SAFETY ANALYTICS LIMITED
N.B Delivery Mode: All hybrid (Physical and Online)
- Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Process Safety Management (Duration: intensive 6 months)
- Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Workplace Safety Management (Duration: intensive 6 months)
- Professional Master in Process Safety Management (Duration: 12 Months)
- Professional Master’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health (Duration:12 Months)
- Professional Master’s Degree in System Safety and Reliability Studies (Duration:12 Months)
- Professional Master’s Degree in Environmental Safety and Health (Duration: 12 Months)
POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES UNDER THE GLOBAL INSTITUTE FOR INFECTIOUS DISEASES CONTROL (FULOKOJA)
- PGD in Public Health
- PGD in Community Health
- PGD in Environmental and Occupational Health
- PGD in Nutrition
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Molecular Biology and Genomics
POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES UNDER THE INSTITUTE FOR GENDER STUDIES (FULOKOJA)
N.B Delivery Mode: All hybrid (Physical and Online)
Master in Gender Studies (M.GS) with specializations in the following areas:
- Gender, Society, and Development
- Women and Human Security
- Gender and Social Justice
- Gender, Policy, and Governance
Ph.D. in Gender Studies with specializations in the following areas:
- Gender, Society, and Development
- Women and Human Security
- Gender and Social Justice
- Gender, Policy, and Governance
Need Help?
Call: 08036490364, 08050606008, 07037749455
Email: [email protected]
Application closes six (6) weeks from the date of this announcement.
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