University of Portharcourt (Uniport) Post-graduate Admission Programme Form

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FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

All Humanities Ph.D programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5- point scale except English Studies and History & Diplomatic Studies which require a minimum CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale. In addition, candidates must score a minimum of 60% in the admission interview to be found admissible.

1.  COMPARATIVE LITERATURE PROGRAMME

M.A. Comparative Literature

PhD Comparative Literature

Requirements for MA Comparative Literature Programme:

Candidates must possess at least a Second Class honours degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 points on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Literature from a recognized University. Graduates in English have to produce evidence of a minimum of two years (four semesters) academic exposure to French or another language of International communication.

African Language

There is a Special African Language requirement for the Comparative Literature Programme. Any candidate who is deficient in speaking, reading or writing an African language will be required to take an appropriate course in the Department of Linguistics and Communication Studies and produce evidence of having passed that course.

Requirements for Ph.D comparative Literature Programme:

Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Literature or M.A. Degree in other related disciplines in addition to the other faculty Requirements.

2.  DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND FILM STUDIES

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)

(i)  Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Theartre& Media Arts

Admission Requirements for PGD Programme in Theatre & Media Arts

To qualify for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma programme, a candidate must obtain a first Degree in the disciplines within the Humanities or a first Degree from any other discipline.

(ii) Master of Arts (MA), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the following areas:

(a)    Dramatic Theory and Criticism

(b)    Sociology of Drama

(c)    Film Studies

(d)    Theatre and Cultural Administration

(e)    Directing

(f)    Theatre History

(g)    Technical Theatre

(h)    Playwriting

(i)    Costume and Make-Up

(j)     Theatre in Education

Requirements for M.A. Theatre Arts

Candidates must possess at least a Second Class honours degree in Theatre Arts with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Theatre Arts from a recognized University.

Requirements for M.A. Theatre & Film Studies

Candidates must obtain a first Degree in Theatre and Media Arts or in a related discipline with a CGPA not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale.

Requirements for M.A. Film & Television Studies

Candidates must obtain a first Degree in Film/Television Studies or a related discipline with a CGPA of not less than 3.00on a 5-point scale.

Requirements for Master of Fine Arts (MFA – Professional) Programme in Film & Television Studies

To qualify for admission into the MFA (professional) programme, the candidate must obtain a first Degree in a related discipline to Film and TV Studies.

Requirements for Ph.D Theatre Arts

Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Theatre Arts in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.

Ph.D in Film & Television Studies

Areas of Specialization:

(i)     Film History

(ii)    Film Theory & Criticism

(iii)   Film & Gender Studies

(iv)   Film & Popular Culture

(v)    Film/Video & Globalization

Requirements for Ph.D in Film & Television Studies

Candidates must obtain a Master’s Degree in Film/Television Studies.  The following CGPAs and point scales will be used:

(a) Candidates with Master’s Degree on a 5-point scale with a CGPA not

below 4.00.

(b) Candidates with Master’s Degree on a 4-point scale with CGPA not below 3.20.

(c)   Candidates based on percentage with not less than 60%.

The Ph.Dprogramme will run for a minimum of two years and maximum of five years for a full-time mode of study and a minimum of three years and maximum of seven years for a part-time mode of study.

Ph.D in Theatre and Media Arts

Areas of Specialization:

(i)     Theatre History

(ii)    Dramatic Theory and Criticism

(iii)   Play Directing

(iv)   Radio/Television

(v)    Stand-up Comedy

(vi)   Theatre Management

(vii)   Events Management

(viii)  Stage Acting

(ix)    Arts Administration

(x)     Dance and Choreography

(xi)    Technical Theatre

(xii)   Costume Design & Make-up

The requirement for Ph.D in Theatre and Media Arts

Candidates must obtain a first Degree in Theatre Arts.  CGPA requirements and duration of programmes are as stated in item a-c above.

3.  DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH STUDIES

(a)    M.A.,Ph.D in Literature with emphasis on:

(i)   Theory of Literature

(ii)  African Literature

(iii) African Oral Literature

(b)    M.A., Ph.D in English Language with emphasis on:

(i)   Applied English Linguistics

(ii)  English as a Second Language (ESL)

(iii) Discourse Analysis/Pragmatics

(iv) Sociolinguistics

(v)  Phonology

Requirements for M.A. English Studies

Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in English Studies from a recognized University.

Requirements for Ph.D English Studies

Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in English Studies or related discipline in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.

4.  DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES AND literature

(i)     Postgraduate Diploma in French (PGDF)

(ii)    Postgraduate Diploma in Translation (PGDT)

(iii)   M.A. French in the following areas:

1. French Grammar and Linguistics
2. African Literature in French
3. French Literature

(iv)   M.A. Translation (English/French)

(v)   Ph.D French/Translation (English/French)

Requirements for M.A. Foreign Languages and Literatures

Candidates must possess at least a Second Class honours degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Foreign Languages and Literatures from a recognized University or PGD Upper Credit.

Requirements for Ph.D Foreign Languages and Literatures

Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Foreign Languages and Literatures in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.

5.  DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND DIPLOMATIC STUDIES

(i)  Postgraduate Diploma in History & Diplomatic Studies (PGDHDS)

Qualifications for Admission

To be eligible for admission into Postgraduate Diploma Programme in History and Diplomacy, a candidate must have a good honours degree not less than Third Class and a CGPA of not less than 1.50 and above in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Law and the Management Sciences.

(ii)  Master of Arts (M.A.)and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the following areas:

(a) Social & Political History

(b)   Economic History

(c)   Diplomatic & International Studies

Qualifications for Admission into the Masters Programme

To qualify for admission into the M.A degree programmes of the Department, candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent of the University of Port Harcourt or from any other recognized University in the relevant subjects.

Except for Archaeology/Cultural Heritage Management, candidates from non-History backgrounds will be required to pass through the Department’s Postgraduate Diploma Programme in History and Diplomacy before admission into the MA programmes.

(iii)  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) programme

Qualifications for Admission into the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Programme

To be eligible for admission into the Doctor of Philosophy programme in History and Diplomatic Studies, a candidate must have an MA/M.Sc Degree with a CGPA of 4.00 and above on a 5-point scale in History from any Nigerian University or abroad. Except for Archaeology, candidates from non-History backgrounds are expected to pass through the Department’s Postgraduate Diploma Programme in History and Diplomatic Studies to be admitted into PhD .degree programmes. In addition, candidates will be required to present a written proposal on a thesis topic in their chosen field and score a minimum of 60% in the pre-admission oral interview.

University of Portharcourt (Uniport) Post-graduate Admission programme form

6.  DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES

(i)     Postgraduate Diploma in communication studies (PGDCS)

(ii)   (a)  M.A., Ph.D in Linguistics in the following areas:

• Descriptive Linguistics
• Applied Linguistics (Language Teaching)
• Applied Linguistics (Clinical Linguistics)

Historical Linguistics

• Sociolinguistics

(b)   M.A., Ph.D (Linguistics and a Nigerian Language:

Igbo, Ikwerre, Izon, Kalabari and Khana)

(c)   M.A., Ph.D(Communication Studies) in the following areas:

• Corporate Communication/Conflict Management
• Development Communication
• International Communication
• Public Relations/Advertising
• Broadcast Media
• Print Media
• Integrated Marketing Communication
• Film Studies

Requirements for Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies:

To be eligible for admission into the programme, a candidate must have a good Honours Degree in any field from any recognized University.  Candidates with HND Upper Credit are also eligible for admission into the PGD Programme.  Candidates with pass Degree will not be admitted.

Requirements for M.A. Linguistics & Communication Studies:

Candidates wishing to enrol in the Communication component must hold at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or a Lower Credit with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale in Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication, Communication Studies/Arts.  Candidates wishing to enroll in the Linguistics component must possess the same qualifications in Linguistics or a subject with a strong linguistic component.

Requirements for Ph.D Linguistics & Communication Studies

Candidates wishing to enrol in the Communication component must hold at least a Masters Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.50 on a 5-point scale in Mass Communication, Communication Studies/Arts.  Candidates wishing to enrol in the Linguistics component must possess the same qualifications in Linguistics or a subject with a strong linguistic component.

7. DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

M.A., Ph.D in Philosophy in the following areas:

(a)    African Philosophy

(b)    Political Philosophy

(c)    Philosophy of Law

(d)    Philosophy of Science

(e)    Philosophy of Social Science

(f)    Ethics

(g)    Metaphysics

(h)    Epistemology

(i)     Logic and Methodology

(j)     History of Philosophy

(k)    Philosophy of Development

O’Level Requirements

All candidates must possess O’Levelcredit passes in five relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics.

Requirements for M.A. Philosophy

Candidates must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Philosophy (single honours) or combined honoursDegreewith Philosophy as a component.

Requirements for Ph.philosophy

Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Philosophy with a CGPA of at least 3.50 or its equivalent in addition to the other faculty requirements.

8.  DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS AND CULTURAL STUDIES

i.  Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Religious & Cultural Studies

ii. M.A., Ph.Din Religious and Cultural Studies in the following areas:

(a)    African Indigenous Religion

(b)    Biblical Studies

(c)    Church History

(d)    Islamic Studies

(e)    Religious Ethics

(f)    Sociology of Religion

(g)    Philosophy of Religion

Requirements for PGD in  Religious and Cultural Studies:

Candidates must possess good honours degree in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Law, Management Sciences, and Science from the University of Port Harcourt or any other institution recognized by the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt.

Requirements for MA in Religious and Cultural Studies:

Admission to the MA programme will be open to candidates with the B.A. Degree in Religious and Cultural Studies, Islamic Studies, Theology or other related disciplines such as Philosophy, History, Sociology and Anthropology on a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale, from the University of Port Harcourt or any other institution recognized by the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt

Requirements for Ph.DReligious and Cultural Studies:

Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Religious and Cultural Studies in addition to the other faculty requirements.

9.  DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS & DESIGN

M.A; Ph.D in Fine Arts & Design in the following areas:

(a)  African Art History

(b) Design History

(c)  Painting

(d)  Sculpture

(e)  Ceramics Design

(f)  Graphics & Communication Design with Specialization in Advertising, Printmaking, Animation & Photography.

(g)  Textiles & Fashion Design

O’Level Requirements

All candidates must possess a minimum of five O’Level Credit passes which must include English Language and Mathematics in addition to other faculty requirements.

B.  FACULTY OF EDUCATION (FULL-TIME, PART-TIMEANDSANDWICH)

M.Edand Ph.D Programmes on Full-Time and Part-Time basis; M.Ed Sandwich (Long Vacation) programme. All Education Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale. All Ph.D

candidates are expected to attend a pre-admission oral interview, at which they are required to defend their written proposals. All Masters candidates must have a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale.

10. DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM STUDIES AND

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D&M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.EdProgrammes have the following areas:

(a)    Curriculum and Instruction

(b)    Educational Technology

(c)    Language Education

(d)    Mathematics Education

(e)    Science Education

(f)    Social Studies Education

Requirement:  Same as faculty.

11.   DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS

Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D&M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.EdProgrammes have the following areas:

(a)    Philosophy of Education

(b)    History and Policy of Education

(c)    Sociology of Education

(d)    Comparative Education

Requirement:  Same as Faculty.

12.  DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT

Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D&M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.EdProgrammes have the following areas:

(a)    Educational Administration

(b)   Educational Planning

(c)    Economics of Education

(d)    Administration of Higher Education

Requirement:  Same as Faculty.

13. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING

Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D&M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.EdProgrammes have the following areas:

(a)    Educational Psychology

(b)    Guidance and Counselling

(c)    Educational Measurement and Evaluation

Requirement:  Same as Faculty.

14.  DEPARTMENT OF ADULT AND NON-FORMAL EDUCATION

Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D&M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.EdProgrammes have the following areas:

(a)    Literacy Education

(b)    Distance Education

(c)    Environmental Adult Education

(d)    Community Development

Requirements for M.EdProgramme

The following categories of candidates may be admitted on application into the Programme:

(i)  Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University who have obtained approved Bachelor’s Degree in Adult Education with at least a CGPA of3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.

(ii) Candidates who did not major in Adult Education but obtained at least 2^nd

Class HonoursDegree or above and with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 in the

Postgraduate Diploma in Education. Such candidates would be required to do some remedial courses as prescribed in the handbook.

15.  DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN KINETICS AND HEALTH EDUCATION

Both the Full-Time and Part-Time (Ph.D&M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.EdProgrammes have the following areas:

(A)  M.Sc (Ed) Human Kinetics

Areas of Specialization

(a)   Physiology of Exercise

(b)   Sports Administration and Marketing

(c)   Sport Psychology

(d)   Sociology of Sport

(e)   Rehabilitation Therapy

Requirements

(i)  Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Kinetics or Human Kinetics and Health Education (Integrated Major). Preferably holders of Second Class honours degree from a recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.

(ii)   Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Science Education after having obtained the Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) in Human Kinetics or Human Kinetics and Health Education (this category of candidates may be required to take some additional courses in Human Kinetics and related courses as may be prescribed by the Department).

(iii)  An Upper Credit in Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).

(B)M.Sc (Ed) Health Education

Areas of Specialization

(a)   Community Health Education

(b)   Occupational Health and Safety Education

(c)   Environmental Health and Safety Education

Requirements

(i)   Candidates must possess Second Class honours degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent from a recognized University in Health Education or Health and Human Kinetics (Integrated Major)

(ii)   A Degree in Medicine or appropriate Medical Sciences in Nursing or Advanced Graduate Diploma in Health Education (AGDHE), Pharmacy, Dentistry and other Health and Environmental related disciplines.

(iii)   Candidates with a Second Class HonoursDegreewith a minimum CGPA of 3.00 in related discipline after having obtained the Nigerian Certificate in Education(NCE) in Health Education or Human Kinetics and Health Education (Integrated Major). Such candidates may be required to take additional courses in Human Kinetics and Health Education as may be prescribed by the Department.

(C) Ph.D in the following areas:

(i)   Sports Management

(ii)  Psychology and Sociology of Sports

(iii) Sports Marketing

(iv) Community Health Education

(v)   Environmental Health and Safety Education

(vi)  Occupational Health and Safety Education

Requirements

Candidates must possess either an M.EdDegree in Human Kinetics and Health Education or other relevant Discipline in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.

16.  INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) Full-Time and Sandwich (Long Vacation) programme.

The programme consists of four areas, namely:

(a)    Studies in the Theory and Practice of Education

(b)    Specialized Procedure in the Teaching of Subjects

(c)    Supervised Practice in Teaching

(d)    Supervised Project

(i)  Requirements –

Candidates must possess any of the following Degrees:

(a) B.Ed, B.Sc, B.A, B.Eng, M.Sc, M.A, MBA, Ph.D and their equivalent from a recognized University.(1^stDegree with a minimum of ThirdClass)

(b) HND Upper Credit and it’s equivalent from recognized Polytechnics.

(ii) Duration

(a)  Full-Time: The Programme will last for a minimum of 12 calendar months and a maximum of 24 calendar months.

C.  FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

All Social Sciences Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale except Economics and Sociology (Demography and Population Studies) which requires a minimum CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale.

17.  DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS

(i)Postgraduate Diploma in Economics

(ii)    M.Sc, Ph.D in Economics in the following areas:

(a)    Economic Theory

(b)    Development of Economics

(c)    Monetary Economics

(d)   Quantitative Economics (with sub-area inMathematical Economics

and Econometrics)

(e)  Labour and Manpower Economics

Requirements for Ph.D Economics:

Candidates must have an M.ScDegree in Economics in addition to the other faculty requirements with a CGPA of 4.00 and above.

18.  DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL

MANAGEMENT

(i)   PGD Geography and Environmental Management (PGDGEM)

(ii)  M.Sc, Ph.D in Geography in the following areas:

(a)  Rural Land Use and Rural Development

(b)  Urban Geography

(c)  Transport Geography

(d)  Regional Development Planning

(e)   Biogeography

(f)   Climatology

(g)  Geomorphology

(h)  Environmental Management

(i)  Watershed and Wetlands Management (M.Sc only)

(j)  Geographic Information System (GIS) (M.Sc only)

(iii) Master of Science in Geography & Environmental Management:               Cartography option

(iv) Ph.D in Disaster Risk Management

O’Level Requirements

1. Geography component (Rural land use and Rural Development, Urban Geography, Transport, Regional Development Planning, Biogeography, Climatology and Geomorphology), candidates must have credit passes in Geography, English Language, Mathematics and any other two Art or Science subjects.
2. Environmental Management:  Candidates must have credit passes in Mathematics, English Language, plus any other three Art or science subjects.
3. Disaster Risk Management:  Same as the item (b) above.

Requirements for M.Sc in Geographic Information System (GIS):

Admission to the M.ScDegreeprogramme in GIS is open to graduates of this University and other approved universities recognized by the Senate with a

minimum of second class Bachelor’s in Science, Social Medicine, Agriculture and Forestry, Environmental Science, Social Sciences and Engineering etc. Work experience in scientific management and policy-oriented establishments will be an added advantage.

Requirements for M.Sc in Watershed and Wetlands Management:

Admission to the M.ScDegreeprogramme in Watershed and Wetlands Management is open to graduates of this University and other approved universities recognized by Senate. They must either hold the Postgraduate Diploma in Geography and Environmental Management with a CGPA of 3.50 and above or a BachelorsDegree in Geography, Civil, Water and Environmental Engineering, Geological Sciences, Environmental Resource Management, Agriculture and Forestry or Environmental Science with a minimum of second class honours and minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale. Work experience in scientific, management and other related establishments will be an added advantage.

Requirements for Master of Science in Geography and Environmental Management:  Cartography option:

To be eligible for admission into the Professional Masters (PM) programme, applicants should have the following:

(a) At least five (5) O’Level credit passes including English Language and Mathematics.

(b)   A good Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Cartography or other cognate disciplines in Geoinformatics with a minimum of second class lower Degree and a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale, from an approved university with its programme fully accredited.

(c) Candidates with a Postgraduate Diploma Degree in Geography, Cartography, GIS or from a cognate discipline awarded by a recognized institution must have not less than 1.50 CGPA.

(d)   Candidates with Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mapping and Surveying disciplines such as Cartography, Remote Sensing, Land Surveying or Geoinformatics, etc, must have a minimum of Upper Credit and a Postgraduate Diploma Degree in relevant areas.

Requirements for Ph.D in Environmental Management:

Admission to the Ph.D Degree programme is open to graduates of this University who have attained a specific level of performance in the M.Scprogramme in GIS, Geography and Environmental Management and related disciplines of the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.50 in a 5-point scale.

Requirements for Ph.D in Disaster Risk Management:

Admission to the Ph.degree programme in Disaster Risk Management is open to graduates of this University who have attained a specific level of performance in the M.Scprogramme in Disaster Risk Management, Geography and Environmental Management and related disciplines of the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.

19.  DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY

(i)   Postgraduate Diploma in Sociology (PGDS)

Candidates must possess at least a Third Class in Sociology or a minimum of Second Class Honours lower Division in related disciplines in the Social Sciences and Humanities.

(ii) M.Sc, Ph.D in Sociology in the following areas:

(a)  Industrial Relations & Personnel Management

(b) Criminology, Police Science & Social Work

(c) Sociology of Development

The requirement for M.Sc in Sociology

Candidates must possess a B.Sc in Sociology with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 or a PGD in Sociology with CGPA of at least 3.50.

Requirements for Ph.D in Sociology

An M.Sc degree in Sociology with at least 3.50 CGPA is required.

20.  DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE

       STUDIES

(i)     Postgraduate Diploma in International Affairs (PGDIA)

(ii)    Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Public Administration

(iii)   M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:

(a)     Political Theory and Methodology

(b)    Development Studies

(c)     International Relations

(d)    Nigerian Government and Politics

(iv)   Master of Science in Public Administration

(v)    PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies

O’Level Requirements

Candidates must have five credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Government or History, Economics and any other Social Science subject.

Requirements for Postgraduate Diploma Programme

Candidates must obtain first Degree from recognized Universities with at least a 3^rd class or a minimum CGPA of 1.50 on a 5-point scale.

Candidates for the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration must have at least a CGPA of 1.50 in Public Administration or Political Science and other related disciplines.

Requirements for M.ScProgramme

Candidates must possess a B.Sc Degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 or a Postgraduate Diploma with at least a CGPA of 3.50.

Requirements for Master of Science in Public Administration:

(a) Admission to the Master of Science in Public Administration Programme is open to graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized universities who possess a minimum of second class honours in Public Administration or Political science with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale.

(b) Candidates for admission with a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration or Political Science of the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized university must have at least a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.

Requirements for Ph.D in Political and Administrative Studies:

Candidates must have an M.ScDegree in Political and Administrative Studies with a CGPA of 3.50 in addition to other faculty requirements.

Requirements for PhD in Peace and Conflict Studies:

(a)   Candidates for admission to the programme shall possess an appropriate Master of Science Degree of the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized university.  Appropriate Degree here means an MSc or Master of Arts (MA) Degree in Peace and Conflict, in addition to a good Bachelor’s Degree.  Preference shall be given to candidates doing related jobs in Government ministries, the private sector, and security services.

(b)   Candidates for admission shall possess a good Master of Science or Master of Arts Degree with at least 3.50 CGPA obtained from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized university to qualify for admission.

21.   CLAUDE AKE SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT

(i) Executive Master’s Degree Programme in Public Administration (MPA)

Requirements for Executive Master’s Degree Programme in PA.

A candidate for the MPA Programme is expected to be a graduate of the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University with at least a Second Class Honours Lower Division, with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5.00-point scale or 4.20 on a 7- point scale.  However, candidates with Third

Class Degree may be considered provided they have relevant employment experience for five (5) years.

DURATION

The Programme is designed to last for twelve (12) calendar months, consisting of two semesters and field research/report writing and presentation period.

D.FACULTY OF SCIENCE

All Science Ph.D Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale and thesis score not lower than 60% (B). All Ph.D candidates are expected to attend a pre-admission oral interview, at which they are REQUIRED to defend their written proposals.

22.  DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY

(i)    Postgraduate Diploma in Biochemistry (PGDB)

(ii)   M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:

(a)    Enzymology

(b)    Nutrition and Toxicology

(c)    Medical Biochemistry/Immunochemistry

(d)    Environmental Biochemistry

(e)    Pharmacological Biochemistry

23  DEPARTMENT OF PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (M.Sc) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)

General Entry Requirements for all programmes:

Candidates must have five O’level credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology

(i)  Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry (PGDC)

Candidates with at least a Third Class Degree with a CGPA of not less than 1.50 on a 5-point scale can apply. Candidates with HND certificates are not eligible for the PGDC programmes.

(ii)   M.Sc, Ph.D in Pure & Industrial Chemistry in the following areas:

(a)    Analytical Chemistry

(b)    Inorganic Chemistry

(c)    Physical Chemistry

(d)   Organic Chemistry

(e)    Environmental Chemistry

(f)    Pharmaceutical/Medicinal Chemistry

(g)   Petroleum Chemistry and Petrochemicals

(h)   Mineral Processing and Chemical Metallurgy

(i)    Polymer Science/Technology

Requirements for M.Scin Pure & Industrial Chemistry:

Candidates must have a B.Sc in Pure and Industrial Chemistry with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or a PGDC with at least a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.

Requirements for Ph.Din Pure & Industrial Chemistry:

Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Pure and Industrial Chemistry with a CGPA of at least 3.50 on a 5-point scale in addition to the other Faculty requirements

24.  DEPARTMENT OF PLANT SCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY

(i)    Postgraduate Diploma Programme in the following options:

(a)   Biosystematics/Plant Taxonomy

(b)   Genetics and Breeding

(c)   Environmental Plant Science

(d)   Herbarium Management

(e)   Biotechnology

(f)   Ethnobotany and Phytomedicine

(g)   Horticulture

Requirements for PGDPlant Science and Biotechnology:

Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Lower Degree(2nd) or a strong Third Class (3rd) Bachelors’ Degree in Botany/Plant Science, or any good honours degree in Microbiology, Agriculture, Crop Science, Biochemistry, Genetics, Biotechnology or related field (depending on the option of the PGD) from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University within or outside Nigeria. Potential Candidates with HND in relevant fields deemed suitable by the Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology’s Graduate Board of Studies would be considered for the requisite programmes.

(ii)   M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:

(a)   Plant Physiology

(b)   Mycology and Plant Pathology

(c)  Plant Ecology

(d)  Plant Biosystematics and Taxonomy

25.  DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY

(i)   Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology (PGDM)

(ii)   M.Sc in Industrial Microbiology

(iii)  M.Sc in Environmental Microbiology and Bioremediation

(iv)  M.Sc in Food Microbiology

(v)   M.Sc in Pathogenic Microbiology &Biotecchnology

(v)   Ph.D in Microbiology

General Entry Requirements for all the Programmes:

Candidates must have 5 O’level credits in not more than two sittings in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English Language

(i)  Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology

Entry Requirements for PGDM:

Candidates must have a B.Sc in Microbiology with a CGPA of 2.00 – 2.99 on a 5-point scale, B.Sc in relevant disciplines e.g. Biochemistry, Plant Science & Biotechnology, Animal & Environmental Biology, Botany, Zoology, Microbiology Technology and Biomedical Technology with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 – 3.99 on a 5-point scale.

(ii)  Master of Science (M.Sc) in the following areas:

(a) Environmental Microbiology & Bioremediation

(b) Industrial Microbiology

(c) Food Microbiology

Entry Requirements for M.Sc:

Candidates must have a B.Sc Degree in Microbiology with a minimum CGPA

of 3.00 – 3.50 on a 5-point scale and a minimum of 4.00 on a 5-point scale in a Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology.

Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Pathogenic Microbiology & Biotechnology

Admission into the M.Scprogramme in Pathogenic Microbiology and Biotechnology shall be open to the following categories of applicant:

1. B.Sc Degree in Microbiology from any reputable university with a CGPA not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale.
2. B.Sc in a related discipline including Biotechnology, Pharmacy, and Medicine with a CGPA not less than 3 where applicable.
3. HND upper credit with a Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology (PGDM) from the University of Port Harcourt with a CGPA not less than 4.00

(iii)  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the following areas:

(a)  Environmental Microbiology

(b)  Food Microbiology

(c)  Industrial Microbiology

(d)  Medical Microbiology

Entry Requirements for Ph.D:

Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in the relevant Microbiology area with a CGPA of at least 3.50 on a 5-point scale.

26.  DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL & ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY

(i)    PGD in Animal and Environmental Biology

(ii)   M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:

(a)   Hydrobiology and Fisheries Biology

(b)   Environmental Parasitology and Public Health

(c)   Environmental Entomology & Pest Management

(d)   Environmental Animal Physiology

(e)   Environmental & Conservation Biology

Requirements for M.Scin Animal & Environmental Biology:

Candidates must possess at least a Second Class HonoursDegreeof the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University in the relevant subject (e.g. Zoology, Biology, Crop Science, Environmental Sciences, Biology Education etc. with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.

Requirements for Ph.D in Animal & Environmental Biology:

Candidates for the Ph.D programme must have a MastersDegree and should normally have an average of at least 60% or CGPA of 3.50 in the relevant discipline at the Masters level.

For candidates who obtained their Masters exclusively by research assessment, admission will be based on the quality of their thesis. Candidates may be required to attend a pre-admission interview session. Final selection of a candidate shall be based on his/her interview performance and other criteria.

27.  DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS

Requirements for PGD in physics:

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Physics from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University.

Requirements for M.Sc in physics:

A minimum of Second Class lower degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 is required for M.Scprogramme of the Department.

M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:

(a)     Solid State Electronics

(b)     Applied Geophysics

(c)     Material Science

(d)     Theoretical Physics

(e)     Environmental Physics

Requirements for Ph.D in physics:

Candidate must have a MSc Degree in the relevant field in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.

28.  DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY

(i)   Postgraduate Diploma in Geology (PGDG)

(ii)M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:

(a)    Biostratigraphy

(b)    Engineering Geology

(c)    Environmental Geology

(d)    Exploration Geophysics

(e)   Structural Geology

(f)    Hydrogeology

(h)   Petroleum Geology

(i)    Marine Geology

(j)    Sequence Stratigraphy

(k)   Remote Sensing

(l)  Sedimentology and Reservoir Geology

(m) Organic Geochemistry

O’Level Requirements

All candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

Requirements for PGD in Geology

(i)Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree from approved universities must obtain a Third Class Degree in the relevant science disciplines as determined by the Department.

(ii) Holders of HND in relevant programmes from approved institutions with a minimum of Upper Credit may also be considered for admission.

Requirements for M.Sc in Geology

Candidates must possess a B.Sc degree or its equivalent from the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale.  Candidates with PGD in Geology must have at least a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale to qualify for admission.

Requirements for Ph.D in Geology

(i)   Candidates must obtain an M.Sc in Geology or any relevant discipline of the University of Port Harcourt or any approved University and have a CGPA of not less than 3.50 on a 5-point scale or equivalently computed for scales other than 5.

(ii)  Candidates must score a minimum of 70% in a Ph.D admission interview organized by the Departmental Graduate Studies Committee.

(iii) Candidates deficient in any area in the M.Scprogramme will be required to remedy the deficiency from M.Sccourses.

29.  DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS

O’Level Requirements

All candidates must have five credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Agricultural Science or Economics.

(i)   Postgraduate Diploma in the following areas:

(a)   Statistics (PGDST)

(b)   PGD in Statistics & Mathematics (PGDM)

Requirements for PGDStatistics Programme:

Candidates must be holders of the B.ScDegree in the Sciences or related disciplines obtained from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University.

(ii)   M.Sc, Ph.D in the following areas:

(a)   Pure Mathematics

(b)   Applied Mathematics

(c)   Mathematics/Mathematical Physics

(d)   Statistics

Requirements for Masters Programme:

Admission to the master’s degree programmes shall be as obtained in general School of Graduate Studies requirements for admission into the M.ScProgramme

Requirements for Ph.D Programme:

(i) Candidates should have obtained an M.ScDegree in Mathematics of the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University and have a CGPA of not less than 3.50 on a 5-point scale or 3.00 on a 4-point scale.

(ii) Scored a minimum of 60% in a Ph.D admission interview.

30.  DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

General Admission Requirements

All candidates must have five credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and three other related science subjects preferably Physics, Chemistry and Biology at O’level.

(i)    Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS)

Requirements for PGDCS in Computer Science

Candidates with 3^rd Class Degree from an approved university with a minimum CGPA of 1.50 on a 5-point scale may be considered for admission. Holders of HND in relevant programmes from approved institutions with at least an upper credit in the sciences or related disciplines may also be considered for admission.

(ii)    M.Sc in Computer Science

Requirements for M.Sc in Computer Science

Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering from an approved University must obtain a minimum of the second class lower division with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale. Candidates with PGD in Computer Science must have a minimum CGPA of 4.00 on a 5-point scale.

(iii)    Ph.D in Computer Science with specialization in the following areas:

(a)   Software Engineering

(b)   Algorithms

(c)  Artificial Intelligence – expert systems, neural networks, fuzzy logic, pattern recognition, etc.

(d)  Database Systems – object databases, data mining, information

retrieval, etc.

(e)  Systems Programming

(f)   Web Applications

Requirements for  Ph.D in Computer Science:

Candidate should have a MastersDegree in Computer Science or Information Technology with a minimum of 3.50 on a 5-point scale and a Dissertation score not lower than 60% (B). Candidates with PGD in Computer Science with at least CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale in Master’s Degree and Dissertation score not lower than 60% may be considered.

E.  FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

31.  DEPARTMENT OF CROP& SOIL SCIENCE

(i)    Postgraduate Diploma Programme (PGD) in Crop & Soil Science

(ii)   Master of Science (M.Sc) Programme in Crop Protection with

specialization in

(a)   Crop Protection (Agric Entomology)

(b)   Crop Protection (Crop Pathology)

(c)   Crop Protection (Plant Nematology)

(d)   Crop Protection (Weed Science)

(iii)  Master of Science (M.Sc) Programme in Soil Science

(iv) Master of Science (M.Sc) Programme in Crop Production with specialization in

1. M.Sc Crop Production (Crop Physiology)
2. M.Sc Crop Production (Horticulture)
3. M.Sc Crop Production (Crop Breeding and Genetics)

Admission Requirements for PGDin Crop & Soil Science:

Prospective candidates must possess at least a Third Class Bachelors’ Degree with a minimum CGPA of 1.50 in related fields.

Requirements for M.Scin Crop Protection:

• Candidates seeking admission into the programme must have a Bachelor of Agriculture or a Bachelor of Science in Crop Science, Horticulture, Agronomy and Forestry or in related fields from a recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.40 on a 4-point scale.
• Have a Bachelor’sDegree in any of the agricultural disciplines listed above with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or Bachelor’s Degree in a related science with a CGPA of 3.00 plus a PGD in Crop and Soil Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or HND (Upper Credit) in a relevant agricultural discipline.
• Fulfill the general requirements as contained in the brochure of the School of Graduate Studies

Requirements for M.Sc in Soil Science:

• Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities who have obtained the approved Degree of Bachelor in related fields with at least Second Class HonoursDegree, with CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.50 on a 4-point scale.
• Appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities with at least a lower credit pass of 3.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale.

Requirements for M.Sc in Crop Production:

Candidates seeking admission into the programme must:

• Have a Bachelor of Agriculture or a Bachelor of Science in Crop Science, Horticulture, Agronomy and Forestry or in related fields from a recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.40 on a 4-point scale.
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the agricultural disciplines listed above with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or Bachelor’s Degree in a related science with a CGPA of 3.00 plus a PGD in Crop and Soil Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or HND (Upper Credit) in a relevant agricultural discipline. Fulfill the general requirements as contained in the brochure of the School of Graduate Studies.

32.  DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY & WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT

(i)    Postgraduate Diploma Programme (PGD) in Forestry & Wildlife

Management

(ii)   Master of Science (M.Sc) in Forestry with specialization in:

1. Silviculture and Forecast Biology
2. Forest Economics and Management
3. Biometrics and Measurement
4. Wood Science

(iii)  Master of Science (M.Sc) in Wildlife and Ecotourism Management

(iv)  Doctor of Philosophy in Wildlife and Ecotourism Management

(v)   Doctor of Philosophy in Forestry

Requirements for PGDin Forestry & Wildlife Management:

Candidates must possess at least a second class (Lower Division) Bachelors’ Degree in Forestry or Botany, Biology, Agriculture, Biochemistry, Geology and other related disciplines obtained from any recognized University. In addition, candidates must have the matriculation requirements of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Port Harcourt.  Candidates with Third Class

The degree may be admitted for a terminal diploma programme (i.e.), they will not be considered for admission to pursue Master’s Degree thereafter.

Requirements for M.Scin Forestry and M.Sc in Wildlife & Ecotourism Management:

Candidates for admission into M.Scprogramme must have a good Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry/Forest Resources Management/Wood Science or Wildlife Management. The prospective candidates must possess at least a second class (Lower Division) Bachelors’ Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.00 (on a 5-point scale) in Forestry/Forest Resources Management/Wood Science, Wildlife Management or Agriculture, and other equivalent fields obtained from any University recognized by the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt. Candidates must have full Ordinary Level Certificate with a credit

level pass in the English Language. In exceptional cases, candidates with Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental/Biological Science or a related field who meet the above-stated requirements, but have minimal deficiencies in Forestry, may be admitted. Such deficiencies through approved courses recommended by the Departmental Graduate Studies Committee will be audited.

The requirement for Ph.D in Wildlife and Ecotourism Management:

Candidates must have a good Master’s Degree in Wildlife and Ecotourism Management with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale from the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University.  In exceptional cases, candidates with Master’s Degree in Forestry, Tourism, Environmental or Biological Science who meet the above-stated requirements, but have minimal deficiencies in Wildlife Management and Ecotourism, may be admitted

The requirement for Ph.D in Forestry

Candidates must have a good Master’s Degree in Forestry/Forest Resources Management/Wood Science with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale from the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved University.  In exceptional cases, candidates with Master’s Degree in Environmental or Biological Science who meet the above-stated requirements but have minimal deficiencies in Forestry may be admitted.

33.  DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE

(i)Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Programme in Animal Science

(ii)Master of Science (M.Sc) programme in Animal Nutrition and agricultural biochemistry.

(iii) Master of Science in Animal Breeding, Genetics and Biotechnology

(iv) Master of Science in Livestock Production, Pasture and Range Management

Options:  (a)   Livestock Production and Management

(b)  Pasture and Range Management

(v) Doctor of Philosophy (P.hD) in Animal Nutrition and Agricultural Biochemistry

Admission Requirements:

Generally, candidates seeking admission into graduate programmes in Animal Science in the University of Port Harcourt shall normally be graduates of the University or any other similar Institutions recognized by the University. They must possess a first Degree, preferably Bachelor of Agriculture (B. Agric, Animal Science option), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc, Animal Science) or in a related area. The Degrees must ordinarily be registrable with the Nigerian Institute of Animal Science (NIAS).

O’LevelAdmission Requirements:

Candidates must possess an a credit pass in Mathematics, English Language, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science and any one of Physics, Economics or Geography at not more than two sittings.

Admission Requirements for PGD in Animal Science

(a)  Minimum of 3^rd Class Honours Degree in Animal Science/Animal   Production or related discipline with at least 1.50 CGPA.

(b)  HND (Upper Credit) in Animal Science/Animal Production.

Admission Requirements for M.Scin Animal Science:

(a)  A good Honours Degree in Animal Science or related discipline (of the University of Port Harcourt or similar recognized institution) with a minimum of Second Class lower division with CGPA of 3.00and above on a 5-point scale or 2.40 on a 4-point scale.

(b)  HND (Upper Credit) in Animal Science/Animal Production plus PGD in Animal Science/Animal Production, with a CGPA of 3.50 in addition to satisfying the matriculation requirements of the University of Port Harcourt

Admission Requirements for Ph.D in Animal Science

Candidate must possess an M.ScDegree in Animal Science or Animal Production of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized accredited institutions with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.

34.  DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS &  EXTENSION

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Agricultural Economics & Extension, Master of Science (M.Sc) in Agricultural Economics & Master of Science (M.Sc) in Agricultural Extension

(i)    PGD in Agricultural Economics & Extension

Admission Requirements for PGDin Agricultural Economics & Extension:

An applicant should be a graduate of the University of Port Harcourt or a graduate from any other University recognized by the Senate of the University of Port Harcourt. Candidates seeking admission into the (PGD) programme in agricultural economics and extension shall possess at least a second-class lower Degree in a non-agricultural based discipline or a Third Class Degree in Agricultural Economics and Extension option. Candidates seeking admission with HND must have an upper credit pass. In addition, candidates must possess the matriculation requirements of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Port Harcourt.

(ii)   M.Sc in Agricultural Economics with the following areas of

specialization in

(a)   Farm Management & Production Economics

(b)   Agricultural Finance & Project Analysis

Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Agricultural Economics

Candidates seeking admission into the Master of Science Degree programme in Agricultural Economics shall possess:

(a) A Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural economics or its related discipline with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) with a CGPA of at least 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.50 on a 4-point scale from any recognized University.

(b) Appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities with at least a lower credit pass of 3.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale.

(c) HND Upper Credit plus a PGD

(iii)  M.Sc in Agricultural Extension in the following areas of specialization:

1. Agricultural Extension & Rural Development
2. Agricultural Communication/Information Communication Technology

Admission Requirements for M.Sc in Agricultural Extension

Candidates seeking admission into the Master of Science Degree programme in Agricultural Extension shall possess:

(a) A Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural extension or related disciplines with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) with a CGPA of at least 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.50 on a 4-point scale from any recognized University.

(b) Appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities with at least a lower credit pass of 3.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale.

(c) HND Upper Credit plus a PGD in Agricultural extension and related fields

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

F. FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

35. MD/MS DEGREE PROGRAMME

(a)   Candidates must be either Medical Graduates (MBBS) of the University of Port Harcourt for not less than 5 years or confirmed and experienced academic staff of the University with Medical Degree of other recognizedUniversities.

(b)   In addition to the above, candidates must possess either a recognized professional qualification at the fellowship level or at least an M.ScDegree of a recognizedUniversity, after the MB.BS Degree.

36. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY

(1)  PGD in Human Physiology

(2)  M.Sc, Ph.Din Human Physiology

Special areas:

(a)   Membrane Physiology

(b)   Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology

(c)   Blood Physiology

(d)   Nutrition Physiology

(e)    Neuro Physiology

Requirements for M.ScProgrammes:

(i)    Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or other Universities recognized by the statute of the University of Port Harcourt with a Second Class HonoursDegreewith a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Human Physiology or related discipline.

(ii)   Holders of MB.BS, DVVM or BVM, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Anatomy with a CGPA of 3.50 in Postgraduate Diploma in Human Physiology.

(iii) The requirement for Ph.D Programmes:  Candidates must possess an M.Sc or M.PhilDegree or its equivalent in Human Physiology in addition to the other Faculty Requirements and a CGPA of 4.00 and above.

37. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN ANATOMY

(i)   M.Sc, Ph.D in Anatomy

Requirements for M.Sc inHuman Anatomy:

(a)   Candidates must possess a Second Class HonoursDegreewith at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Anatomy from the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities.

(b)   Holders of good Degrees in Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Medicine and physiotherapy.

ii. Areas of Specialization in Ph.D Anatomy:

(a)   Histochemistry and Teratology

(b)   Clinical Anatomy

(c)   Physical and Forensic Anthropology

(d)   Radiological Anatomy

Requirements for Ph.D inAnatomy:

Candidate must have MSc Degree in Anatomy with a minimum CGPA of 4.00 points on a 5-point scale or its equivalent qualification. Interviews are conducted to assess candidates before admission and final selection is based on interview performance.

38. DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY

(i)   M.Sc Pharmacology

(a)  Candidates must possess a Second Class HonoursDegreewith at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent in Pharmacology from the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities.

(b)  Holders of good Degree in Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Medicine,

Dentistry, Physiology and related Biomedical Science subjects.

(ii)  Ph.D in Pharmacology: Candidates must possess an M.Sc or an M.Phil Degree or an equivalent Degree in Pharmacology in addition to the other Faculty Requirements with a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5-point scale.

39. DEPARTMENT OF HAEMATOLOGY, BLOOD TRANSFUSION

     AND IMMUNOLOGY

Requirements for M.Sc in Immunology Programmes:

A minimum of five O’level credit passes including English Language, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.

The course is open to graduates of Medicine, Dentistry, Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Nursing, Biochemistry, Molecular-Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine and Zoology. Candidates who hold a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale in any of the above-mentioned courses, from the University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities shall be eligible for admission into the programme(except for the Medical, Dental and Pharmacy graduates whose Degrees are unclassified).

G.  FACULTY OF CLINICAL SCIENCES

40. M.Sc Sports Medicine

(a)   For medically qualified persons with MB.BS,B.Ch or a fellowship in any

Medical discipline.

(b)   The duration of the Course is 18 – 36 months.

The Course work will be taught in two semesters of 12 months while the

student will spend the remaining 6 months in a training attachment and

project work.

(c)  Area of speciality – Sports Medicine generally, while the project work will be on Sport of interest.

41. DEPARTMENT OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICINE

i. Master of Public Health (MPH) for MBBS graduates

ii. Master of Science in Public Health (MSc Public Health -MScPH) for other B.Sc in Science, Anatomy etc.

Admission Requirements:

The Programmes will be open to candidates who possess a first Degree in Medicine, Basic Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing and other relevant courses allied to Medicine. In addition, candidates must have at least three years post Degree experience and must have completed the National Youth Service (NYSC) programme. Candidates for admission into the programme will undergo a selection process and only those who are successful will be admitted into the programme.

To serve the interest and needs of all Medical, Health and allied professions who desire the programme, there is need to simultaneously mount two separate programmes, one for medically qualified graduates and another for non-medically qualified professionals who wish to practice Public Health.

Requirements for Master of Public Health Programme:

(a) MBBS or its equivalent, with a minimum of three years post qualification experience.

(b) Candidates are also required to pass the qualifying examination.

Requirements for MSc  Public Health Programme:

(a) B.Sc Honours in a health-related discipline with a minimum of Second

Class Lower Division (2²) Degree with CGPA not less than 3.00 on a 5-point scale or CGPA of 2.50 on a 4-point scale.

(b) Candidates are also required to pass the qualifying examination.