NDU Postgraduate Admission Form is out! Niger Delta University, NDU postgraduate full-time and part-time admission application form are now available for the 2023/2024 academic session. Continue reading to see more details and how to apply below.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the full-time and part-time postgraduate programmes of the Niger Delta University (NDU) for the 2023/2024 academic session.
Before you see how to apply for NDU postgraduate programmes, get to know a little below. Read on!
About Niger Delta University
Established in 2000, the Niger Delta University (NDU) is a Bayelsa State Government funded university which is located in Wilberforce Island (an island of great historic significance), Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
It has two main campuses, one in the state capital, Yenagoa (which contains the law faculty) and the other in Amassoma. It also has its teaching hospital known as Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital (NDUTH) in Okolobiri.
The University came into being in 2000 by Law, started academic work in 2001/2002 with 1,500 students with seven faculties and the College of Health Sciences.
Currently, the University has the following faculties; Arts, Education, Engineering, Law, Management Sciences, Sciences, Social Sciences, Agricultural Technology (2002/2003), Basic Medical Science (2006).
NDU Postgraduate Admission Requirements
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD):
The criteria for admission into the PGD programs will be as follows:
- All candidates must meet the matriculation requirements including a credit pass in English Language and Mathematics at the O’ level.
- A candidate with at least third class degree in the relevant field from an approved University.
- HND holders with a minimum of credit level pass from recognized institutions.
Master of Arts (M.A), Master of Science (M.Sc) and Master of Engineering (M.Eng):
The criteria for admission to the above programmes will be as follows:
- All candidates must meet the matriculation requirements including a credit pass in English Language and Mathematics at the O’ level.
- Candidates with at least second class honours (Lower Division) Bachelors’ Degree from an approved University.
- Candidates with a PGD at credit level pass.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD):
All candidates must:
- Meet the matriculation requirements including a credit pass in English Language and Mathematics at the O’level.
- Possess a Bachelors (Hons) degree from an approved University with a minimum of second class Honours (Lower Division) in the relevant discipline.
- Possess Masters Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.50/4.00 on a 5.00 point scale for respective Faculties.
Application/Additional Admission Requirements
- Academic transcript of past qualification (PGD, MSc, PhD) with forwarding letter signed by an authorized officer of the institution and sent by confidential cover to the Dean, Postgraduate School, Niger Delta University.
- Candidates are advised to write to the school where they graduated for transcript immediately they purchase and submit the form to avoid late submission of transcripts.
- Two referees, one of which must be an academic referee (Lecturer who taught candidate in the former school, Project/ thesis Supervisor, Head of Department, Dean of Faculty).
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption/Exclusion Letter. (Candidates awaiting NYSC Discharge certificate can apply, provided the certificate would be ready at the time of registration).
NDU Postgraduate Programme Duration
FULL-TIME:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) programmes: PGD shall run for a minimum of two semesters and a maximum of four semesters.
- Masters (MSc) Programmes: Masters programmes shall run for a minimum of four semesters and a maximum of six semesters.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme: Doctor of Philosophy shall be a minimum of six semesters and a maximum of ten semesters.
PART-TIME:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) programmes: PGD programme shall run for a minimum of four semesters and a maximum of six semesters.
- Masters (MSc) Programmes: Masters programmes shall run for a minimum of six semesters and a maximum of eight semesters.
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programmes: Doctor of Philosophy programme shall be a minimum of ten semesters and a maximum of twelve semesters.
NOTE: THERE IS NO PART-TIME PROGRAMME FOR LAW.
How to Apply for NDU Postgraduate Admission Form
Purchase Application Form at for the sum of Thirty Thousand Naira (N30,000.00) only.
- Go to and click on admissions.
- Then click on the application.
- Enter mobile number and payment receipt number.
- Fill the form and upload the necessary documents.
- Print out the application form.
Please note that the N30,000.00 application fee is not refundable.
CLOSING DATE: 22nd July 2021.
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FAQs on NDU Postgraduate Admission Form
1. Is Niger Delta University (NDU) a federal university?
Ans = No, it is not. NDU is established and managed by the Bayelsa State Government.
2. I am interested in applying for the NDU admission form. Please how can I go about it?
Ans = The postgraduate admission form is now available online. Take your time and read this post thoroughly to see how you can apply.
3. When will NDU postgraduate form be released?
Ans = The school releases its Postgraduate application form anytime it deems convenient. Trust us to keep you updated about it.
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