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UNIZIK Postgraduate Admission Form 2024/2025

The Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) Postgraduate Admission Form 2024/2025 academic session is now available.

Are you interested in pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s degree, or Doctorate at UNIZIK? This is your chance to begin your application journey.

Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, offers a comprehensive range of postgraduate programs for the 2024/2025 academic session. You can pursue full-time or part-time studies leading to Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s degrees, or Doctorate degrees in various disciplines. Find all you need to know about UNIZIK Postgraduate Admission Form 2024/2025 here.

General Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for any postgraduate program at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), you must have:

  • A minimum of five credits, including English Language.
  • Four additional relevant subjects at one or two sittings from WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or TCII (Faculty of Education only).

Important Note:

UNIZIK Postgraduate Admission Requirements

Postgraduate Diploma Programmes:

The following may apply for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma Programs.

  • Graduates from approved Universities who hold first degree classification with FCGPA of 1.51 and above on a 5point scale.
  • Candidates from approved Polytechnic or Monotechnic who hold a Higher National Diploma with a minimum of Lower Credit.

Master’s Degree Programmes:

The following may apply for admission into Master’s Programmes.

  • Graduates from approved Universities who hold the appropriate degree in the proposed field of study with minimum FCGPA of 2.50 on a 5-point scale or a minimum of 45% for universities that do not use FCGPA.
  • For unclassified degrees, candidates are expected to have a minimum overall score of 60%.
  • Holders of Postgraduate Diploma in the proposed field of study from recognized institutions with an FCGPA of 3.00 and above (on a 5-point scale).

MPhil/PhD Programmes:

Graduates from approved Universities who hold master’s degree in the proposed field of study and under the advertised courses with an FCGPA of 3.20-3.49 (on a 5-point scale).

Doctor of Philosophy Programmes:

  • Graduates from approved Universities who hold master’s degree in the proposed field of study with minimum FCGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale or a minimum of 60% for universities that do not use the FCGPA.
  • For PhD in Clinical Oncology, candidates are expected to have MBBS and MSc in related disciplines.

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How to Apply for UNIZIK Postgraduate Admission 2024

The application for UNIZIK postgraduate programs is done online. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

  1. Complete the Online Application Form:

    • Visit https://apply.cpgs.unizik.edu.ng.
    • Ensure you have all your information ready (educational background, contact details, etc.).
    • Fill out the application form accurately and click “Submit My Application” when finished.

  2. Verify Your Email Address:

    • Check your email inbox (including spam) for a message from UNIZIK.
    • Click the link in the email to activate your account and note down your application number.

  3. Login and Pay Application Fee:

    • After account activation, enter your application number and email address to log in.
    • Review the application details and proceed to pay the application fee online using Debit Card or Transfer.
    • Choose the appropriate payment platform: Credo (local students) or Paystack (international students).
    • Important: Do not navigate away from the payment page until redirected back to the application portal.

  4. Complete Your Application:

    • Once payment is confirmed (check your email for confirmation), continue filling out your application step-by-step.

  5. Submit Application and Request Transcripts:

    • After completing the final application, print the completed form and the Transcript Request Form.
    • Send the Transcript Request Form (with any name changes noted) to your former institution to request your academic transcripts.

If you encounter any challenges while filling out the form, you can visit the Help Dashboard for various ways to get help or contact support. Please note that our main mode of communication is via email, so always check your email for the latest information from us.

PhD applicants in submitting their forms shall upload a proposal of not more than five type-written pages that should include:

  1. Name of Applicant
  2. Proposed Department and Faculty
  3. Topic (not more than 18 words)
  4. Brief background of the Study
  5. Aim and Objectives/Purpose
  6. Methodology
  7. Expected Outcomes
  8. References

Sales of Form Commencement and End Date

  1. Sale of Form begins on the 28th of February, 2024 and ends on the 3rd of  September, 2024.
  2. Submission of Form ends on 3rd September , 2024.

Transcript Submission:

  • Applicants must submit their official transcripts to the Secretary, College of Postgraduate Studies.
  • Transcripts can be submitted in either hard copy or soft copy.
  • Deadline for transcripts: September 9th, 2024
  • Soft copies: Submit electronically to secdr_transcript.cpgs@unizik.edu.ng from your institution’s email address only.

Screening Test and Proposal Defense (PhD only):

  • UNIZIK will invite shortlisted applicants for a screening test and proposal defense (if applicable).
  • The specific dates for these assessments will be communicated to eligible applicants later.

PhD Proposal Requirements:

  • PhD applicants must upload a research proposal as part of their online application form.
  • The proposal should be no more than five typewritten pages.
  • You can find a proposal template for reference on the UNIZIK website: spgs.unizik.edu.ng

This post should have you prepped for applying to your dream postgraduate program at UNIZIK. If anything seems unclear, feel free to drop a comment below and we’ll be happy to help.

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