UNILAG Postgraduate Form 2023/2024 Is Out

The School of Postgraduate Studies, University of Lagos, invites applications for various postgraduate programmes for 2023/2024. The university offers a range of programs and flexible study modes. Application starts 19th April and ends 22nd August, 2023. Check eligibility before applying. Scroll down to read in details.

The School of Postgraduate Studies, University of Lagos, a first-generation institution renowned for postgraduate education and research in Africa, is calling for applications for admission into various Postgraduate programmes for the 2023/2024 Session. Located in Nigeria’s commercial hub, the University of Lagos has a rich tradition of academic excellence and research productivity, earning it the moniker of the University of First Choice and the Nation’s Pride.

UNILAG Postgraduate Programmes

The University offers a diverse range of programs, including:

  1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Programmes
  2. Masters Degree Programmes (e.g., LL.M, M.A., M.Ed., M.Sc.)
  3. Professional Masters Degree Programmes (e.g., EMBA, LLS, MAG, MARPM, MBA, MBF, MCM, MCrim, MDF, MDM, MDR, MDSS, MEM, MESM, MFM, MGIS, MHDM, MILD, MILR, MLA, MMAM, MMP, MPA, MPE, MPH, MPIA, MPM, MRM, MRPP, MSEM, MSIS, MTL, MTPM, MTTFL, MUD, MULTP)
  4. Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes

The University is known for its flexibility in the mode of study, providing Full Time, Part Time, Executive, Sandwich, and Open Distance Learning (ODL) options.

Ensure that the programme you wish to apply for is available before proceeding. You will only be able to apply for programmes published by the university. Application fees may not be refunded if you make payment and the programme you wish to apply for is not on the list. Before you proceed, check UNILAG Postgraduate COURSES.

UNILAG Postgraduate Admission – General Requirements

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PGD & M.Sc.

An applicant for admission to a programme shall be:

  1. Must possess a Bachelors’s degree of this University or any approved University;
  2. A person who holds other qualification(s) recognized by senate of the University of Lagos;
  3. In addition to (i) and (ii) above, an applicant may be required, as a condition for admission, to undergo a selection process in the form of written and/or oral examinations.
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NOTES:

  1. Candidates who have not completed the National Youth Service Corps programme or currently undergoing a Postgraduate programme need not apply. Such applicants will be automatically disqualified.
  2. Candidates awaiting Bachelor’s degree results need not apply.
  3. A holder of Degree obtained from an Outreach/Satellite are not eligible to apply.
  4. All academic transcripts must reach the Deputy Registrar/Administrative Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies on or before the start of the session admission is being sought.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS for M.Phil and Ph.D

Masters of Philosophy (M.Phil)
To qualify for admission to the above programme:

  1. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s honours degree from this University or any other approved University with at least a Second Class (Upper Division).
  2. Candidates with a Master’s degree with a minimum of CGPA of at least 3.50.
  3. All candidates to the M.Phil. programmes must contact the respective department for availability of supervisors before applying.
  4. The candidate may be required to undergo a selection process as determined by the respective department.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)

  1. A candidate who has obtained the degree of Master of Philosophy must have a minimum CGPA of 4.0.
  2. A candidate who has obtained the degree of Masters of Science must have a minimum CGPA of 4.0.
  3. Candidates must clear with the respective Departments as to the availability of vacancies/supervisors before applying.
  4. All candidates may be required to undergo a selection process as may be determined by the department.

For M. Phil and Ph.D. programmes only, admission shall be processed at the beginning of each semester.

ALL CANDIDATES FOR M. Phil./Ph.D. ADMISSIONS ARE TO PROVIDE TRANSCRIPTS OF THEIR MASTERS’ DEGREES OR FORMAL EVIDENCE OF PERFORMANCE AT MASTER’S LEVEL.

How to Obtain UNILAG Postgraduate Form

Interested candidates can apply starting from Wednesday, 19th April till Tuesday, 22nd August, 2023. The application process is entirely online, and completed forms must be submitted not later than Sunday, 27th August, 2023.

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Here is a step-by-step guide to applying:

APPLY HERE

  • Visit the School of Postgraduate Studies University of Lagos Portal, http://spgs.unilag.edu.ng, Click the 2023/2024 Applications link
  • Confirm availability and your eligibility of the desired course.
  • Click the “Application Form” link and select the Postgraduate option from the Application Type menu
  • Complete the Pre-Application Form to obtain a Payment Reference Number. (please print the payment advice)
  • Proceed to make payment of the non-refundable fee of N30,000.00 (Thirty Thousand Naira Only) for the Form, and charges through any of the below options:
    • Remita Payment: Any commercial bank using the RRR number displayed on the payment advice
    • Online Payment: Click the PayNow link to make payment directly on the portal with your bank debit card.
  • After payment, return to the School of Postgraduate Studies website http://spgs.unilag.edu.ng, click the 2022/2023 Application link, then “Continue Application” link, login with Payment Reference Number and provide surname in lowercase as password.
  • Complete the Application form and upload digital passport photograph (jpeg format) which should not be more than 15KB in size and must be on a white background. The acceptable dimension is width: 275 pixels or 35mm, height: 314 pixels or 40mm. (Failure to comply with specified image format may lead to disqualification.)
  • Click the “SUBMIT FORM” button if the information is correct, else, click DECLINE button (CANDIDATES ARE ADVISED TO CONCLUDE THE FINAL SUBMISSION ONLY AFTER THEY HAVE COMPLETELY FILLED THE FORM. PLEASE NOTE THAT EDITING OF APPLICATION FORM AFTER FINAL SUBMISSION ATTRACTS A N1,000 CHARGE).
  • Kindly note the following:
    • Candidates are advised to read the requirements for their desired programmes carefully to confirm eligibility.
    • Candidates awaiting Bachelor’s degree results or are currently undergoing Postgraduate programmes or Nigerian citizens who have not completed the National Youth Service Corps assignments are not eligible.
    • Holders of Degrees obtained from Outreach/Satellite campuses are not eligible.
    • Every applicant is required to upload EVERY credential listed on the application form for the admission such as: (a) Degree Certificates (Not Statement of Results) (b) NYSC Certificate (c) Professional Certificates
    • All Academic Transcripts must reach the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies on or before the beginning of registration/screening exercise.
    • All M.Phil./Ph.D. candidates are required to contact the relevant Departments for availability of Supervisors/vacancies before applying.
    • Applicants are advised to visit the University of Lagos, School of Postgraduate Studies (Http://Spgs.Unilag.Edu.Ng) regularly on the dates for the Qualifying Examination / Interviews and any additional information.
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Dates for ONLINE Qualifying Examinations and any additional information will be advertised and provided on the website of the University of Lagos, School of Postgraduate Studies: http://spgs.unilag.edu.ng.

NOTE:

Before applying, kindly note:

  • Candidates are advised to read the requirements for their desired programmes carefully to confirm eligibility.
  • Candidates awaiting Bachelor’s degree results, currently undergoing Postgraduate programmes or Nigerian citizens who have not completed the National Youth Service Corps assignments are not eligible.
  • Degrees obtained from Outreach/Satellite campuses are not recognized.
  • All credentials listed on the application form, such as Degree Certificates (Not Statement of Results), NYSC Certificate, and Professional Certificates, must be uploaded.
  • Academic Transcripts must reach the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies before the beginning of the registration/screening exercise.
  • M.Phil./Ph.D. candidates are required to contact the relevant Departments for availability of Supervisors/vacancies before applying.
  • Dates for ONLINE Qualifying Examinations will be posted on the University’s website.
  • Entrance/Qualifying Examinations are scheduled for the week of 28th August to 2nd September 2023.

For further enquiries, contact through the following:
Telephone lines provided at http://spgs.unilag.edu.ng
E-mails: admissionspgs@unilag.edu.ng; ictspgs@unilag.edu.ng; subdeanspgs@unilag.edu.ng

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