Edo State University Opens Postgraduate Admissions for 2025/2026 Session

Edo State University is accepting postgraduate applications for the 2025/2026 academic session across PGD, Master's, M.Phil, and Ph.D. programs.

The Postgraduate School offers advanced degrees spanning multiple faculties including Applied Health Sciences, Engineering, Sciences, Law, and Basic Medical Sciences.

Available Degree Levels

Students can pursue various postgraduate qualifications:

• Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) for foundational graduate-level training
• Master's degrees (M.Eng, M.Sc., MPA, M.A., MBA) in specialized fields
• Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) for research-focused preparation
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) for doctoral research and advanced scholarship

General Admission Requirements

All applicants must possess five O'Level credits from SSCE, WAEC, or NECO including English Language and Mathematics.

NYSC documentation is mandatory for Nigerian applicants - either discharge certificate or official exemption letter.

Specific program requirements vary by degree level and field of study. PGD typically requires minimum third-class degrees, Master's programs need second-class lower minimum, while M.Phil and Ph.D. have higher CGPA thresholds.

Application Fee and Process

The application fee is ₦25,000 for all postgraduate programs. Payment must accompany your application submission.

Apply online through edouniversity.edu.ng/pgadmissions/postgraduate. Complete all form sections accurately and upload required credentials.

Required Documentation

Prepare these documents before beginning your application:

• Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (or Master's for Ph.D.)
• O'Level result statements
• NYSC certificate or exemption letter
• Birth certificate or age declaration
• Professional certificates if applicable to your program
• Research proposal (for M.Phil and Ph.D. applicants)
• Recommendation letters from academic referees

Contact Information

For program-specific inquiries, email [email protected] or call 09025412171, 08064888518, or 07033670802.

The Postgraduate School can clarify admission requirements, provide program details, and guide you through the application process.

Multi-Disciplinary Opportunities

Programs span diverse faculties allowing interdisciplinary study and research. This breadth enables students to pursue specialized interests across health sciences, engineering, pure sciences, law, and management fields.

Research-focused programs (M.Phil and Ph.D.) particularly benefit from faculty diversity, enabling interdisciplinary research collaborations.

For students pursuing advanced education, Ulearngo provides study resources and practice materials.

Source: Edo State University Postgraduate School