Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the following Programmes:
I. GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARTS, EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
A. FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
All
Humanities PhD Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5 point
scale except English Studies which requires a minimum CGPA of 4.0 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
shall possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree with a CGPA of not
less than 3.0 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 PhD Comparative Literature Programme:
Candidates
must have an M.A. Degree in Literature or M.A. Degree in other related
discipline in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
2. DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND FILM STUDIES
Master of Arts (MA), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 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 PhD Theatre Arts
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Theatre Arts in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
3. DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH STUDIES
(a) M.A., PhD in Literature with emphasis on:
(i) Theory of Literature
(ii) African Literature
(iii) African Oral Literature
(b) M.A., PhD 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 PhD English Studies
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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 LITERATURES
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in French (PGDF)
(ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Translation (PGDT)
(iii) M.A. French in the following areas:
French Grammar and Linguistics
African Literature in French
French Literature
(iv) M.A. Translation (English/French)
(v) PhD 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 PhD 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, a
candidate must have a good Honours degree in the Humanities, Social
Sciences, Education, Law and the Management Sciences.
(ii) Master of Arts (M.A.) in the following areas:
(a) Diplomacy
(b) Africa History & Development Studies
(c) Niger Delta Studies
(d) Cultural Heritage Management
Qualifications for Admission
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 (PhD) programme in the following areas:
Diplomacy
African History and Development Studies
History and Niger Delta Studies
Archaeology
Cultural Heritage Management
Qualifications for Admission
Candidates
who have MA/MSc Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.5 on a 5 point
scale or its equivalent in the Humanities and Social Sciences,
especially History, Archaeology, Anthropology, Religious and Cultural
Studies, Sociology, Economics and International Relations to qualify for
admission into the various Graduate options in the Department. 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
dissertation topic in their chosen field, and score a minimum of 60% in
pre-admission oral interview.
6. DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies (PGDCS)
(ii) (a) M.A., PhD in Linguistics in the following areas:
Descriptive Linguistics
Applied Linguistics (Language Teaching)
Applied Linguistics (Clinical Linguistics)
Historical Linguistics
Sociolinguistics, Discourse Analysis or Stylistics
(b) M.A., PhD (Linguistics and a Nigerian Language:
Igbo, Ikwerre, Izon, Kalabari and Khana)
(c) M.A., PhD (Communication Studies) in the following areas:
Communication Theory/International Communication
Development/Cultural Communication
Public Relations/Advertising
Broadcast Media Studies
Print Media Studies
Corporate Communication
Requirements for M.A. Linguistics & Communication 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 Linguistics, Mass
Communication, Communication Studies/Arts, or a subject with a strong
linguistic component or a Merit pass with a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5 point
scale or its equivalent in Postgraduate Diploma in Linguistics or
Linguistics and/or Communication Studies from a recognized University.
Requirements for PhD Linguistics & Communication Studies
Candidates
must have an M.A. Degree in Linguistics or M.A. Degree in Communication
Studies or related discipline in addition to the other Faculty
Requirements.
7. DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
M.A., PhD in Philosophy in the following areas:
(a) African Philosophy
(b) Social and Political Philosophy
(c) Philosophy of Law
(d) Philosophy of Science
(e) Philosophy of Social Science
(f) Ethics/Moral Philosophy
(g) Metaphysics
(h) Epistemology
(i) Logic and Methodology
(j) History of Philosophy
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
honours degree with Philosophy as a component.
Requirements for Ph.D Philosophy
Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Philosophy 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., PhD in 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 3.0 points 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 PhD Religious and Cultural Studies:
Candidates must have an M.A. Degree in Religious and Cultural in addition to the other faculty Requirements.
9. DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS & DESIGN
M.A; PhD 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
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B. FACULTY OF EDUCATION (REGULAR AND SANDWICH)
All
Education PhD Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5 point
scale. All PhD candidates are expected to attend a pre-admission oral
interview, at which they are required to defend their written proposals
10. DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM STUDIES AND
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
M.Ed
and Ph.D Regular Programmes on Full-Time and Part-Time basis. M.Ed
Sandwich (Long Vacation) programme. Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed)
and Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Curriculum and Instruction
(b) Educational Technology
(c) Language Education
(d) Mathematics Education
(e) Science Education
(f) Social Studies Education
11. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS
M.Ed,
PhD on Full-Time and Part-Time basis. M.Ed Sandwich (Long Vacation)
programme. Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and Sandwich (Long
Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Philosophy of Education
(b) History and Policy of Education
(c) Sociology of Education
(d) Comparative Education
12. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
M.Ed,
PhD Regular Programmes on Full-Time and Part-Time basis. M.Ed Sandwich
(Long Vacation) programme. Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and
Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Educational Administration
(b) Educational Planning
(c) Economics of Education
(d) Administration of Higher Education
13. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING
M.Ed,
Ph.D Regular Programmes on Full-Time and Part-Time basis. M.Ed Sandwich
(Long Vacation) programme. Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and
Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Educational Psychology
(b) Guidance and Counselling
(c) Educational Measurement and Evaluation
14. DEPARTMENT OF ADULT AND NON-FORMAL EDUCATION
M.Ed,
Ph.D Regular Programmes on Full-Time and Part-Time basis. M.Ed Sandwich
(Long Vacation) programme. Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and
Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed Programmes have the following areas:
(a) Literacy Education
(b) Distance Education
(c) Environmental Adult Education
(d) Community Development
Requirements for M.Ed Programme
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 3.00 CGPA on a 5 point scale or its equivalent.
(ii) Candidates who did not major in Adult Education but obtained at least 2nd
Class Honours Degree 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
M.Ed,
Ph.D Regular Programmes on Full-Time and Part-Time basis. M.Ed Sandwich
(Long Vacation) programme. Both the Regular (Ph.D & M.Ed) and
Sandwich (Long Vacation) M.Ed Programmes 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
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) Upper Credit in Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) with a CGPA of at least 4.00
C. M.Ed Health Education
Areas of Specialization
(a) Community Health Education
(b) Occupational Health and Safety Education
(c) School Health 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) or Human Kinetics and Health Education (Integrated Major).
(ii) A Degree in Medicine or appropriate Medical Science in Nursing or Advanced Graduate Diploma in Health Education (ADHE).
(iii)
Candidates with a Second Class Honours Degree with a minimum CGPA of
3.00 in related discipline after having obtained the Nigerian
Certificate in Education (NCE) in Human Kinetics 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.
D. PhD in the following areas:
(i) Sports Management
(ii) Psychology and Sociology of Sports
(iii) Sports Marketing
(iv) Health Education (Community Health)
Candidates
must possess either an M.Ed Degree 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) Regular (Full-Time and Part-Time) basis 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)
BSc, BA, B.Eng, MSc, M.A, MBA, PhD (without any Teaching Certificate)
and their equivalent from a recognized University.(1st Degree with a
minimum of 3rd class)
(b) HND Upper Credit and its equivalent from recognized Polytechnics.
(ii) Duration
(a) Full-Time: The Programme will last for a minimum of 12 calendar months and maximum of 24 calendar months.
C. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES
All
Social Sciences PhD Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5
point scale except Economics and Sociology (Demography and Population
Studies) which requires a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5 point scale.
17. DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Economics
(ii) M.Sc, PhD in Economics in the following areas:
(a) Economic Theory
(b) Development Economics
(c) Monetary Economics
(d) Quantitative Economics (with sub-area in Mathematical Economics
and Econometrics)
(e) Labour and Manpower Economics
Requirements for PhD Economics:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Economics in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
18. DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT
(i) PGD Geography and Environmental Management (PGDGEM)
(ii) M.Sc, PhD in Geography in the following areas:
(a) Rural Land Use
(b) Urban Geography
(c) Transport Geography
(d) Regional Development Planning
(e) Biogeography
(f) Climatology
(g) Geomorphology
(h) Environmental Management (M.Sc only)
19. DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
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(i) Post Graduate Diploma in Sociology (PGDS). To be eligible to apply for
the
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, PhD in Sociology in the following areas:
(a) Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
(b) Criminology, Police Science & Social Work
(c) Sociology of Development
20. DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE
STUDIES
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in International Affairs (PGDIA)
(ii) M.Sc, PhD in the following areas:
(a) Political Theory and Methodology
(b) Development Studies
(c) International Relations
(d) Nigerian Government and Politics
Requirements for PhD Political and Administrative Studies:
Candidates must have an M.Sc Degree in Political and Administrative Studies in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
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 3.0 on a 5 point scale or 5.0 on a 7 point scale. However,
candidates with Third Class or Pass Degrees may be considered, provided
they have relevant employment for five (5) years and seven (7) years,
respectively.
DURATION
The Programme is designed to last
for twelve calendar months (12), consisting of two semesters and field
research/report writing and presentation period.
22. CENTRE FOR ETHNIC AND CONFLICT STUDIES (CENTECS)
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies
Requirements for PGD in Peace & Conflict Studies:
To be eligible for admission into the Peace and Conflict Studies Programme,
candidates
must possess a first Degree (B.Sc., B.Ed, B.A) from any recognized
University. Preference will be given to candidates who have Degrees in
related Fields of study, and to those who work in the peace and conflict
sector. In exceptional cases, candidates without first Degree, but who
have attended high professional institutions like the National War
College, NIPSS, etc .and who have demonstrable practical experience in
peacekeeping operations and other peace building activities, may be
considered for admission.
DURATION: The Postgraduate Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies is designed for 12 months full time.
II. GRADUATE SCHOOL OF NATURAL, APPLIED & MEDICAL
SCIENCES
COLLEGE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
All
Science PhD Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5 point scale
and thesis score not lower than 60% (B). All PhD candidates are
expected to attend a pre-admission oral interview, at which they are
REQUIRED to defend their written proposals.
D. FACULTY OF BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL SCIENCES
23. DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Biochemistry (PGDB)
(ii) M.Sc, PhD in the following areas:
(a) Enzymology
(b) Nutrition and Toxicology
(c) Medical Biochemistry/Immunochemistry
(d) Environmental Biochemistry
(e) Pharmacological Biochemistry
24 DEPARTMENT OF PURE AND INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY
(i)
Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry Candidates with HND certificates are
not eligible for the PGD in Chemistry programme (PGDC)
(ii) M.Sc, PhD 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
25. 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 PGD Plant Science and Biotechnology:
Candidates
must possess at least a Second Class Lower Degree (22) 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, PhD in the following areas:
(a) Plant Physiology
(b) Mycology and Plant Pathology
(c) Plant Ecology
(d) Plant Biosystematics and Taxonomy
26. 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) PhD in Microbiology
27. DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL & ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
(i) PGD in Animal and Environmental Biology
(ii) M.Sc, PhD in the following areas:
(a) Hydrobiology and Fisheries Biology
(b) Environmental Parasitology and Public Health
(c) Environmental Entomology & Pest Management
(d) Environmental Animal Physiology
Requirements for M.Sc in Animal & Environmental Biology:
Candidates
must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree of the University
of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University in the relevant
subject (e.g. Zoology, Biology, Crop Science, Environmental Sciences
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 Masters Degree and should normally
have an average of at least 60% or CGPA of 4.0 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.
E. FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
28. 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 3.0 is required for M.Sc programme of the Department.
M.Sc, PhD 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 MSc Degree in the relevant field in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
29. DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Geology (PGDG)
(ii) M.Sc, PhD in the following areas:
(a) Biostratigraphy
(b) Engineering Geology
(c) Environmental Geology
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(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
30. DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in the following areas:
(a) Statistics (PGDST)
(b) PGD in Statistics & Mathematics (PGDM)
(ii) M.Sc, PhD in the following areas:
(a) Pure Mathematics
(b) Applied Mathematics
(c) Industrial Mathematics
(d) Mathematics/Mathematical Physics
(e) Statistics
31. DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS)
(ii) M.Sc in Computer Science
(iii) PhD in Computer Science with specialization in the following areas:
(a) Software Engineering
(b) Algorithms
(c) Artificial Intelligence – expert systems, neutral networks, fuzzy logic, pattern recognition, etc.
(d) Database Systems – object databases, data mining, information
retrieval, etc.
(e) Systems Programming
(f) Web Applications
Requirements for M.Sc in Computer Science:
(i) Candidate must possess at least a First Degree from University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized University.
(ii) HND or its equivalent (at least an Upper Credit).
Requirements for Ph.D in Computer Science:
Candidate
must possess an M.Sc Degree in Computer Science or Information
Technology in addition to the other Faculty Requirements.
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
F. FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
32. 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 recognized
Universities.
(b) In addition to the above, candidates must
possess either a recognized professional qualification at the fellowship
level or at least an M.Sc Degree of a recognized University, after the
MB.BS Degree.
33. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
(1) PGD in Human Physiology
(2) M.Sc, PhD in Human Physiology
Special areas:
(a) Membrane Physiology
(b) Endocrine and Reproductive Physiology
(c) Blood Physiology
(d) Nutrition Physiology
(e) Neuro Physiology
Requirements for M.Sc Programmes:
(i)
Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt or other Universities
recognized by statute of the University of Port Harcourt with a Second
Class Honours Degree with 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)
Requirement for PhD Programmes: Candidates must possess an M.Sc or
M.Phil degree or its equivalent in Human Physiology in addition to the
other Faculty Requirements.
34. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN ANATOMY
(i) M.Sc, PhD in Anatomy
Requirements for M.Sc in Human Anatomy:
(a)
Candidates must possess a Second Class Honours Degree with 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 degree in Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Medicine and Physiotherapy.
ii. Areas of Specialization in PhD Anatomy:
(a) Histochemistry and Teratology
(b) Clinical Anatomy
(c) Physical and Forensic Anthropology
(d) Radiological Anatomy
Requirements for Ph.D in Anatomy:
Candidate
must have MSc Degree in Anatomy with a minimum CGPA of 4 points on a 5
points scale or its equivalent qualification. Interviews are conducted
to assess candidates before admission and final selection is based on
interview performance.
35. DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY
(i) M.Sc Pharmacology
(a)
Candidates must possess a Second Class Honours Degree with 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.
36. DEPARTMENT OF HAEMATOLOGY, BLOOD TRANSFUSION
AND IMMUNOLOGY
Requirements for M.Sc in Immunology Programmes:
The
Course is open to graduates of Medicine, Dentistry, Anatomy,
Physiology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Nursing, Biochemistry,
Molecular-Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine,
Zoology and other relevant courses. Candidates who hold a minimum of
Second Class Honours (Lower Division) with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5
point scale or in any of the above mentioned subjects, from the
University of Port Harcourt or other recognized Universities shall be
eligible for admission into the programme except, the Medical and Dental
graduates.
G. FACULTY OF CLINICAL SCIENCES
37. 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 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 a
project work.
(c) Area of specialty – Sports Medicine generally, while the project work will
be on Sport of interest.
38. DEPARTMENT OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICINE
i. Master of Public Health (MPH) for MBBS graduate
ii. Master of Science in Public Health (MSc Public Health MSPH 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 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 2.5 on a 4 point scale.
(b) Candidates are also required to pass the qualifying examination.
H. FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES
39. DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOGNOSY
(i) M.Pharm and PhD Programmes
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Areas of Specialization:
(a) Phytochemistry/Phytotherapy Research
(b) Medicinal Plant Research
(c) Standardization of Phytopharmaceuticals/Herbals
(d) Formulation Studies of Herbal Products
(e) Tissues Culture
Requirements for M.Pharm
Candidates
must possess a good first Degree in Pharmacy from the University of
Port Harcourt or any other recognized University, not below Second Class
Honours with a minimum CGPA of 3 points on a 5 points scale. Non
pharmacy graduates in closely related subjects like Chemistry,
Biochemistry and Botany may be considered for admission. Such candidates
may be required to take remedial undergraduate courses in Pharmacognosy
as recommended by the Departmental Graduate Studies Committee.
Requirements for PhD
(i)
Candidates who possess the M.Pharm Degree in Pharmacognosy of the
University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized Universities, with a
CGPA of 3.5 on a 5 points scale. However candidates with CGPA of 3.0 in
their M.Pharm or M.Sc Programmes in the Pharmacognosy or related
disciplines may be considered for admission. Such candidates shall be
required to take recommended 700 level/remedial courses which they must
pass at an average score of 60% in the first year.
(ii)
Candidates with M.Sc/M.Pharm degree (minimum CGPA of 3.5); M.Phil
Degrees in Pharmacognosy, Ethnomedicine, Chemistry, Biochemistry or
Botany of the University of Port Harcourt or other approved
Universities. Final selection of candidates is by presentation of a
research proposal. Part-Time candidates will also be considered.
40. DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACEUTICS AND PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGY
(i) M.Pharm and PhD Programmes
Areas of Specialization for M.Pharm:
(a) M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics
(b) M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Technology
Requirements for M.Pharm
Candidates
must be graduates of pharmacy from the University of Port Harcourt or
any other recognized Universities with at least a Second Class (Lower
Division) or a declassified approved Degree Programme with evidence of
good performance in pharmaceutics. Candidates shall be required to
satisfy the department in a selection process.
Areas of Specialization for PhD:
(a) PhD in Pharmaceutics
(b) PhD in Pharmaceutical Technology
Requirements for PhD
(i)
A graduate of the University of Port Harcourt holding a Masters Degree
(M.Pharm) in the specialized field of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical
Technology with requirements as stated above for the M.Pharm Programme.
(ii)
Graduates of the University of Port Harcourt holding a Masters Degree
as stated above in the requirements for M.Pharm who have obtained at
least a CGPA of 3.5 on a 5-point scale or an overall average of 60%(B)
in the course work.
(iii) A graduate of any other recognized
university who meets the above requirements shall be admitted on
presentation of transcripts from the university. Candidates may be
required to take relevant remedial courses as may be recommended by the
Departmental and Faculty Graduate Committees.
41. DEPARTMENT OF EXPERIMENTAL PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY
(i) MSc & PhD Toxicology
Areas of Specialization:
(a) Drug Toxicology
(b) Food Toxicology
(c) Medical/Clinical Toxicology
(d) Environmental Toxicology
Requirements for M.Sc Toxicology
Candidates
must possess a B.Sc Degree from the University of Port Harcourt or from
any other recognized University in any of these disciplines: Biological
and Chemical Sciences including (Chemistry, Civil, Agricultural,
Chemical and Environmental Engineering), Medical Sciences and Forensic
Sciences.
Requirements for PhD
Candidates who
obtained a minimum CGPA of 3.5 in the relevant written examinations and
project on the M.Sc Course in Toxicology of the University of Port
Harcourt, or any other recognized University.
42. SPORTS INSTITUTE
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME IN SPORTS
(i) Sports Broadcasting/Journalism
(ii) Sports Marketing
(iii) Team Management
(iv) Massage Therapy
(v) Fitness and Recreation
(vi) Sports Medicine
Admission Requirement for Postgraduate Diploma Programme in Sports
(i) A degree in Sports Education or related courses with a minimum of 3rd Class (Honours) Degree.
(ii) Experience in Sports matters will be an advantage
Duration
The programme is designed to last for two semesters of full time course work.
III. GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
All
Engineering PhD programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5 point
scale. Candidates would be required to attend an interview before
admission and registration for the programme, and will be required to
write a qualifying examination.
Requirements for College of Engineering
1.
PGD Programmes: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a
minimum of 3rd Class Honours in his/her choice of discipline or a
minimum of 22 in any other related Engineering discipline.
2.
M.Eng Programmes: Candidates must possess either a Bachelor’s Degree
with minimum of Second Class Honours in the relevant Discipline, with a
minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 5 point scale or PGD in the relevant areas with
minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5 point scale.
43. Master of Engineering Management (MEM) in the following areas:
(a) Chemical Engineering
(b) Civil Engineering
(c) Electrical./Electronic Engineering
(d) Mechanical Engineering
(e) Petroleum Engineering
Requirements:
Candidates
must possess a Second Class Bachelor’s Degree in a chosen Engineering
discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.0. The MEM is a Terminal Degree.
44. Master of Environmental Engineering Technology (M.ENV.T)
Requirements:
Candidates
must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related science
discipline, with a minimum CGPA of 3.0. The M.Env.T is a Terminal
Degree.
I. FACULTY OF ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
45. DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering (PGDCE)
(ii) M.Eng, Ph.D in Chemical Engineering
Requirements for PGDCE
Candidates
for PGDCE must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Third
Class in Chemical Engineering or Second Class lower in any other
Engineering discipline.
Duration:
The programme shall last
for a minimum of 24 calendar months and a maximum of 60 calendar months
of full-time study or 36 calendar months and a maximum of 84 calendar
months for part-time study.
46. DEPARTMENT OF PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering (PGDPE)
(ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Technology (PGDPT)
Requirement for PGDPE:
Candidates
must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Third Class in
Petroleum & Gas Engineering or a minimum of Second Class in any
related Engineering Discipline.
(ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Technology (PGDPT)
Requirement for PGDPT:
Candidates
with Degrees in Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Geophysics, or Metallurgy
with a minimum of Second Class Lower Degree or Third Class with at least
five (5) years industrial experience are eligible to apply.
(iii) M.Eng., PhD in Petroleum Engineering in the following areas:
(a) Reservoir Engineering
(b) Gas Engineering
(c) Drilling Engineering
(d) Production Engineering
(e) Petroleum Economics
47. DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(i) Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (PGDME)
Requirement for PGDME:
Candidates
must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with minimum of 3rd Class on a 5 point
scale in Mechanical Engineering or a minimum of Second Class in any
related Engineering Discipline.
ii) M.Eng., PhD in Mechanical Engineering in the following areas:
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(a) Applied Mechanics and Design
(b) Engineering Materials Design
(c) Production/Industrial Engineering
(d) Thermofluid Engineering
J. FACULTY OF INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
48. DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
M.Eng., PhD in Civil Engineering in the following areas:
(a) Geotechnical Engineering
(b) Water Resources Engineering
(c) Highway & Transportation Engineering
(d) Structural Engineering
(e) Environmental Engineering
49. DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
(i) M.Eng. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering in the following areas:
(a) Power System and Machines
(b) Electronics and Telecommunications
(ii) Ph.D in Electrical Engineering and Technology in the following areas:
Power Systems Engineering
Electrical Machines
Power Electronics and Drives
Instrumentation and Control
IV. GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, BUSINESS & TRADE
K. FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
All
Management Sciences PhD Programmes require a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5
point scale. All PhD candidates are expected to attend a pre-admission
oral interview, at which they are REQUIRED to defend their written
proposals
(i) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for PGD Programmes:
Candidates
must possess at least a Third Class Degree in the field of
specialization. Other candidates in related Disciplines must possess at
least a
Second Class Honours Degree or a third class. For HND
holders, a minimum of upper credit is acceptable in the related
discipline.
(ii) Master of Business Administration (MBA) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for MBA Programmes:
Candidates
must have B.Sc Degree in the field of specialization with a minimum
CGPA of 3.00 on a 5 point scale in (Accounting, Finance and Banking,
Management, Marketing). Others from related fields must possess at least
a 3.50 on a 5 point scale from PGD programmes.
(iii) Master of Science (M.Sc) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for MSc Programmes:
Candidates
with a minimum of Second Class B.Sc degree in the field of
specialization with minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5 point scale or its
equivalent.
Holders of MBA in Mgt Sciences with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5 point scale or its equivalent.
(iv) Doctorate Degree (PhD) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for Ph.D Programmes:
Candidates
must have M.Sc in the field of specialization (Accounting, Finance and
Banking, Management, Marketing) in addition to the other Faculty
Requirements.
(v) Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in the following areas:
(a) Accounting
(b) Finance and Banking
(c) Management
(d) Marketing
Requirements for Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Programme:
Candidates
for the DBA programme must possess an MBA or M.Sc in Accounting,
Finance and Banking, Management, and Marketing or in an acceptable and
closely related area/discipline. The Master’s programme must have had a
Thesis/Research component.
Candidates are required to have had a
minimum of 3.5 on a 5.0 point scale or 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale in their
master’s programme.
Working experience of two years attained in a
middle management position in the corporate world or in an alternative
relevant employment will be an added advantage.
The final
selection of candidates for the DBA programme shall be based on the
candidate’s performance at an interview to be conducted by the Faculty
Graduate Studies Committee
DURATION OF GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
A. Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
The
Programme is to run on a Full-Time basis to last for a minimum of 12
calendar months and maximum of 24 calendar months and also on a
Part-Time basis for two consecutive long vacation of eight (8) weeks
each sandwich programme.
B. MBA Programme
Full-Time: Minimum of 24 Calendar Months and Maximum of 48 Calendar Months
C. MD and MS Programmes
The Programmes will be at least 24 Calendar Months duration.
D. Ph.D Programmes
Full-Time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of 24 calendar
months and a maximum of 60 calendar months.
Part-Time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of 36 calendar months and a maximum of 84 calendar months.
E. DBA Programme
Full-time
candidates shall be required to spend a minimum of three (3) years and a
maximum of five (5) years from the date of first registration.
Part-time candidates will be required to spend a minimum of five (5) years and a maximum of seven (7) years.
GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ALL PGD PROGRAMMES
The
minimum requirement for the Postgraduate Diploma Programmes is a
Bachelor’s Degree in the related disciplines. Candidates must possess at
least a Second Class Honours Degree or Third Class in the related
Discipline. For HND holders a minimum of Upper Credit is acceptable in
the relevant Departments.
PGDC
For the Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry (PGDC) Programme, candidates with Third Class need not apply.
MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Candidates
must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree of the University
of Port Harcourt or any recognized University, in the relevant subject
with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 points on a 5 point scale or its equivalent.
Candidates for the Master’s in Education must have obtained a first
Degree in another field and in addition a Postgraduate Diploma in
Education (PGDE) with at least an Upper Credit classification.
Candidates for the MBA Programme must possess a strong qualitative
background. Candidates with PGD must have a CGPA of 3.50 to register for
Master’s Degree in the relevant field
PhD PROGRAMMES
Generally,
for the PhD Programmes, candidates should have a Master’s Degree with a
minimum CGPA of 3.5 or 4.0 depending on the department or its
equivalent grade in the relevant discipline at the Master’s level.
Admission will be based on interview performance. PhD involves course
work and qualifying examination.
MD/MS PROGRAMME
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(A)
Candidates must either be graduates of Medicine (MBBS) of the
University of Port Harcourt for not less than five (5) years or
confirmed and experienced academic staff of the University with Medical
Degree of recognized University.
(B) In addition to the above,
candidates must possess either a recognized professional qualification
at the fellowship level or at least an M.Sc Degree of a recognized
University, after the MBBS Degree
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Application
Fee of Eleven Thousand Naira (N11,000.00) should be paid online at any
of the following Banks: U&C Microfinance Bank, UBA, Union Bank,
Access Bank, Eco Bank and First Bank and the sum of Four Thousand Naira
(N4,000.00) for Prospectus should be paid by Teller at U&C
Microfinance Bank, Choba Park.
7.Candidates should also visit www.cgs.uniport.edu.ng to download the Application Forms after payment.
Please note that payment for Application Form does not guarantee admission and the application fee is non-refundable.
For Further inquiries, please contact the following between 9.00a.m and 4.00p.m., Monday to Friday.
THE COLLEGE SECRETARY
COLLEGE OF GRADUATE STUDIES
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
P.M.B. 5323, PORT HARCOURT.
OR
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
LIAISON OFFICE
NO. 6 HARARE STREET
WUSE ZONE
A B U J A.
OR
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
LAGOS LIAISON OFFICE
23 BUSH STREET, OKUPE ESTATE,
MENDE,
MARYLAND, LAGOS.
CLOSING DATE
Completed
Application Forms with all necessary enclosures must be returned to the
College Secretary’s Office not later than October 30, 2015.
