Edo State University Postgraduate Admission Guide

Introduction

Edo State University Iyamho (EDSU) is now inviting applications for its 2025/2026 postgraduate programmes, offering PGD, Master’s, MPhil, and PhD degrees across various disciplines. Whether you’re seeking advanced knowledge in health sciences, engineering, law, or social sciences, this guide provides all the details on available programmes, admission requirements, and application procedures.

Available Postgraduate Programmes at Edo State University Iyamho

EDSU offers diverse postgraduate courses under multiple faculties. Below is a breakdown:

1. Faculty of Applied Health Sciences

• Medical Laboratory Science (PGD, MSc, MPhil, PhD)
  Specializations: Chemical Pathology, Haematology, Histopathology, Microbiology, Immunology
• Nursing Science (PGD, MSc, MPhil, PhD)
  Specializations: Maternal & Child Health, Surgical Nursing, Public Health, Mental Health Nursing

2. Faculty of Arts, Management, and Social Sciences

• Accounting (PGD, MSc, PhD)
• Business Administration (PGD, MSc, MBA, MPhil, PhD)
• Economics (PGD, MSc, PhD)
• Mass Communication (PGD, MSc, MPhil, PhD)
• History & International Studies (PGD, MA, PhD)
• Political Science (MSc, PhD)
• Public Administration (PGD, MPA, PhD)

3. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

• Biochemistry (MSc, PhD)

4. Faculty of Engineering

• Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical Engineering (PGD, M.Eng., MPhil, PhD)

5. Faculty of Science

• Computer Science (PGD, MSc, MPhil, PhD)
• Microbiology (PGD, MSc, PhD)

6. Faculty of Law

• Law (PGD, LLM, MPhil, MPhil/PhD, PhD)

Duration of Postgraduate Programmes

• PGD: 2–4 semesters
• Master’s (MSc, MA, M.Eng., MBA, MPA): 3–6 semesters
• MPhil: 2–4 semesters
• PhD: 6–10 semesters

Admission Requirements

General Requirements for All Applicants

• 5 O’Level credits (including Mathematics & English) in no more than two sittings
• NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter

Specific Requirements

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD):

• First Degree (Third Class or higher) in a related field
• HND in a relevant discipline
• Recognized professional qualification

Master’s Degree (MSc, MA, M.Eng., MBA, MPA):

• Bachelor’s Degree (Minimum Second Class Lower)
• PGD with at least a Credit pass
• Approved professional certification

MPhil:

• Master’s Degree with at least 50% average (CGPA 3.0/5.0)

PhD:

• Master’s Degree with 60% average (CGPA 4.0/5.0)
• Candidates with 55% (CGPA 3.5) may be considered for MPhil/PhD conversion
• Submission of a research proposal (max 450 words)

How to Apply for Edo State University Postgraduate Programmes

1. Application Fee: ₦25,000
2. Apply Online: Visit the Edo State University PG Portal
3. Contact Details:

• Email: pgadmissions@edouniversity.edu.ng
• Phone: 09025412171, 08064888518, 07033670802

Prospective students are advised to check the Edo University postgraduate fees for proper financial planning.