The Sultan Maccido Institute for Peace, Leadership and Development Studies at the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA), now known as Yakubu Gowon University, has announced the sale of application forms for its professional and postgraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The Institute invites applications from qualified candidates across different academic and professional backgrounds such as Engineering, Health Sciences, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Management Sciences, Arts, Military and Paramilitary services, Agriculture, Education, Taxation, and Law.
Available Programs
A. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Peace and Security Studies
- Leadership and Discipline
- Society and Development Studies
- Criminology and Security Studies
- Emergency and Disaster Management Studies
B. Master’s Degree
- Peace and Security Studies
- Leadership and Discipline
- Society and Development Studies
- Criminology and Security Studies
- Emergency and Disaster Management Studies
C. Professional PhD
- Peace and Security
- Leadership and Discipline
- Society and Development Studies
- Criminology and Security Studies
- Emergency and Disaster Management Studies
D. Certificate Courses
- Oil and Gas Security Studies
- Maritime Security Studies
- Disaster and Safety Management Studies
- Election and Violence Management Studies
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
- O’Level: Five credit passes including English Language and Mathematics in WAEC, NECO, GCE, or equivalent (maximum of two sittings).
- Bachelor’s Degree: At least a Second Class Lower Division in any discipline.
- PGD Applicants: A Lower Credit in HND or equivalent may be considered.
- NYSC: Discharge certificate or exemption letter is required.
- PhD Applicants: Must possess a first degree, a professional master’s degree, and an MSc in a related field.
All applicants will undergo a screening exercise to confirm their eligibility.
Program Duration
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD): 9–24 months
- Master’s Degree: 12–18 months
- Professional PhD: 36–60 months
- Certificate Courses: 12 months
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should complete the online application form through the university application portal.
Application Fee and Deadline
- Application fee: ₦20,500 (or equivalent for international applicants)
- Closing date: 10 November 2026
Enquiries
For more information, contact: 0803 654 5393
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