Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for admissions into the under-listed postgraduate programmes of the College of Postgraduate Studies, Federal University Lokoja, Kogi State for the 2024/2025 Academic Session:

FACULTY OF ARTS

 Department of English and Literary Studies                                                                                                                                

1. Master of Arts (M.A) English (Language)
2. Master of Arts (M.A) English (Literature)
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) English (Language)
4. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) English (Literature)

Department of History & International Studies

1. Master of Arts (M.A) History & International Studies
2. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) History & International Studies

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

 Department of Biological Sciences

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Biology
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology (Conservation Biology)
3. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology (Environmental Biology)
4. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology (Parasitology)
5. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology (Conservation Biology)
6. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology (Environmental Biology)
7. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology (Parasitology)

Department of Chemistry

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Chemistry
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in (Analytical Chemistry)
3. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in (Environmental Chemistry)
4. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in (Inorganic Chemistry)
5. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in (Organic Chemistry)
6. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in (Industrial Chemistry)
7. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry)
8. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Chemistry (Environmental Chemistry)
9. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry)
10. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Chemistry (Organic Chemistry)
11. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Chemistry (Industrial Chemistry)

Department of Computer Science

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Computer Science
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Computer Science
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Computer Science

Department of Geology

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Geology
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Geology (Hydrogeology)
3. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Geology (Mineral Exploration)
4. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Geology (Sedimentology/Petroleum)
5. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Geology (Applied Geophysics)
6. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Geology (Hydrogeology)
7. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Geology (Mineral Exploration)
8. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Geology (Sedimentology/Petroleum)
9. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Geology (Applied Geophysics)

Department of Physics

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Physics
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Physics
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Physics

Department of Mathematics

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Mathematics
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Mathematics
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Mathematics

Department of Statistics

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Statistics
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Statistics
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Statistics

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

 Department of Economics

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Economics
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Economics
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Economics

Department of Geography

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS)
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Geography
3. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Geography

 Department of Political Science

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Political Science
2. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Political Science
3. Master of Science (M.Sc.) in International Relations and Strategic Studies
4. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Political Science

How to Apply: Use the Links below as it applies to you. Ensure the programm you intend to apply for is advertised above before you proceed.

For: Postgraduate Diploma (PGD ) Academic use this Link: https://pg.fulokoja.edu.ng/pgd/apply

       Master Degree  (M.Sc. M.A.) Academic use this Link: https://pg.fulokoja.edu.ng/masters/apply

       Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Academic use this Link: https://pg.fulokoja.edu.ng/phd/apply

For further information, please visit the University’s website on www.fulokoja.edu.ng or call 08036490364, 08050606008 or 08036267983,

POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMES UNDER THE INSTITUTE OF GOVERNANCE AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES FOR 2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION

 Department of Political Science

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Public Administration
2. Master in Public Sector Management
3. Master in International Relations and Strategic Studies
4. Master in Public Policy and Administrative Studies
5. Master in Public Administration
6. Master in Leadership and Development Studies
7. Master in Legislative Studies
8. D.in Public Sector Management (Lokoja and Abuja Centres)
9. D. in Leadership and Development Studies (Lokoja and Abuja Centres)

Department of Geography

1. Master in Border and Migration Studies
2. Master in Climate Change Resilience and Sustainability
3. Master in Disaster and Humanitarian Studies (Lokoja and Abuja Centres)
4. Master in Population and Demographic Studies (Lokoja and Abuja Centres)
5. D. in Border and Migration Studies
6. D. in Climate Change Resilience and Sustainability
7. D. in Disaster and Humanitarian Studies (Lokoja and Abuja Centres)
8. D. in Population and Demographic Studies (Lokoja and Abuja Centres)

Department of Accounting

1. Master in Accounting and Finance

 Department of Business Administration

1. Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing
2. Postgraduate Diploma in Management
3. Master in Business Administration (MBA)
4. Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Department of Sociology

1. Master in Social Work (Lokoja and Abuja Centres)
2. D. in Social Work (Lokoja and Abuja Centres)

Department of History and International Studies

1. Peace and Conflict Studies
2. Postgraduate Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies
3. Postgraduate Diploma in History and Cultural Studies
4. Master in Peace and Conflict Studies
5. D. in Peace and Conflict Studies

1. Leadership and Strategic Studies
2. Master in Leadership and Strategic Studies
3. D. in Leadership and Strategic Studies

Department of Library and Information Science

1. Postgraduate Diploma in Information Management
2. Master in Information Management
3. D. in Information Management

Department of Economics

1. Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies
2. Master in Development Studies
3. D. in Development Studies                        

Department of Community Health and Medicine

1. Master in Public Health and Promotion

Department of English & Literary Studies

1. Postgraduate Diploma in Public Speaking & Rhetoric
2. Postgraduate Diploma in Corporate Communications

FULokoja/National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies, Abuja

1. D. in Leadership and Development Studies
2. D. in Parliamentary Administration
3. D. in Legislative Studies
4. D. in Election and Party Politics
5. D. in Legislative Drafting
6. D. in Peace and Conflict Studies
7. D. in Leadership and Strategic Studies

FULokoja/Institute for Crisis Resolution, Peace Building and Conciliation, Abuja

1. PGD in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
2. PGD in Criminology and Security Studies
3. PGD in Disaster and Risk Management
4. PGD in Cyber Security Studies
5. Master in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
6. Master in Criminology and Security Studies
7. Master in Disaster and Risk Management
8. Master in Cyber Security Studies

Procedure for Filling the Online Application Form

How to Apply: Use the Links below as it applies to you. Ensure the programm you intend to apply for is advertised above before you proceed.

Step 1:    Create Account on the Application Portal https://pg.fulokoja.edu.ng/iogads/index

Applicants must have a valid personal E-mail Address before starting the registration process.

Then click Create Account.

On Filling the Create Account from, please select the Programme Type: PHD, MASTERS, and PGD

depending on the programme you are applying for.

Step 2:    Make Payment using the RRR Number of the Account Created by

1. Generate your RRR [Remita Retrieval Reference] Payment Invoice of Application Fees using REMITA services (card or bank payment).

For those who want to make a card payment through Remita, click the button “Pay Now”. For cash payment, Copy the RRR number and visit the nearest bank to make payment.

Step 3:    After Payment Successful, Login to your Application Portal to Print Receipt and continue 

Step 4:    Click on Application Form,

Click and fill out Personal Info. Selecting Course of Study and also select Mode of Study:

Click on The Blue Button "Save Changes & Proceed" it takes you to the next form Credentials

Click on the Green Button "Add Credentials" to upload all credentials one at a time until they are successfully added.

Click on the Blue Button Save Changes & Proceed it takes you to the next form Sponsorship Form.

Step 5:    Repeat Step 4 for each of the forms such as Schools Attended, Employment Thesis/Publication, and Others.

Step 6:    Printout the Bio data Form Printout-2024/2025 Session and Send it with all your Documents to this Email Address: [email protected].

For more enquiry, please contact the following numbers; 08036490364, 08050606008 or 08036267983.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

(a) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) 

The Postgraduate Diploma Programme lasts for a minimum of two (2) Semesters and a maximum of four (4) Semesters. An applicant must possess a first degree not below a Third Class or an HND not below Lower Credit in a related discipline from a recognized institution, along with an NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate. A candidate must also have credits in English Language, Mathematics, and three (3) other relevant subjects at the O’ Level.

(b) Master’s Degree (Academic and Professional) 

The Master’s Degree Programme is available for both Full-time and Part-time candidates. Full-time candidates require a minimum of four (4) Semesters and a maximum of six (6) Semesters, while Part-time candidates require a minimum of six (6) Semesters and a maximum of eleven (11) Semesters. All Master's Degree programmes include coursework. The following individuals may qualify for admission:

• Graduates of Federal University Lokoja or other recognized institutions who have earned a Bachelor's Degree with at least a Second-Class Division or equivalent. Candidates with a University Degree and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma from FUL or other recognized institutions, with at least a credit pass, may also qualify.
• Candidates with a Third-Class Bachelor's Degree and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma.
• Candidates with unclassified degrees averaging "C" or 50 and above, who may be required to take qualifying tests.
• Candidates must have five (5) relevant O’ Level credits, including English and Mathematics.
• NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate.
• Candidates may need to pass a Departmental Examination to determine their suitability for postgraduate studies.
• Candidates with other acceptable qualifications approved by the University Senate.

(c) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) 

The Ph.D. Programme runs for a minimum of six (6) Semesters and a maximum of ten (10) Semesters. Relevant courses may be prescribed, and a thesis is required at the end of the programme. The following individuals may qualify for admission:

• Graduates of Federal University Lokoja or other recognized institutions who have obtained a good Master’s degree (Academic) with a CGPA of not less than 4.0 on a 5-point scale or 3.0 on a 4-point scale, appropriate to the proposed area of study.
• Graduates of Federal University Lokoja or other recognized institutions with a Master of Philosophy degree relevant to the proposed area of study.
• In addition, candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Second Class Lower Division.
• Candidates must possess five (5) relevant O’ Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
• NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate.
• Candidates with other acceptable qualifications approved by the University Senate.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates are advised to apply online by visiting the University’s website at [www.fulokoja.edu.ng] (http://www.fulokoja.edu.ng). Follow the link to the Postgraduate Studies Portal, fill in the required details, and submit the application form. For inquiries, contact 08036490364, 08050606008 or 08036267983, or Email: [email protected] 

Note: Application closes six (6) weeks from the date of this publication.

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                                                                             Usman Abdulkadir Yakubu MCIPM, MAUPA, MCIA

                                                                    Deputy Registrar/Secretary, College of Postgraduate Studies

                                                                                                           For Registrar