AUST Abuja Opens Postgraduate Admissions for 2025/2026 Academic Session
The African University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abuja, has officially announced the opening of its postgraduate admission for the 2025/2026 academic session. The call is open to graduates across Nigeria and beyond who are eager to take the next big step in their academic and professional journey.
What AUST is Offering
AUST remains one of Nigeria’s leading postgraduate institutions, known for research, innovation, and cutting-edge training. For the new session, the university is inviting applications into its Master’s, Ph.D., and Postgraduate Diploma programmes across science, engineering, technology, and management fields.
Here’s a breakdown of the schools and available courses:
- School of Computing and Information Technology
- Computer Science (M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
- Management of Information Technology (M.Sc.)
- School of Engineering
- Materials Science and Engineering (M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
- Petroleum and Energy Resources Engineering (PGDip, M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
- Institute of Space Science and Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering (M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
- Systems Engineering (M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
- Geoinformatics (M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
- Space Physics (M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
- School of Administration, Business and Management Sciences
- Public Policy (M.P.P, M.Sc.)
- Public Administration (M.Sc.)
- School of Science and Science Education
- Applied Statistics (M.Sc.)
- Mathematical Modelling (M.Sc.)
- Pure and Applied Mathematics (M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
- Theoretical and Applied Physics (M.Sc. & Ph.D.)
Admission Requirements
The entry bar is set high to ensure quality:
- For Master’s and Doctoral programmes, applicants must hold at least a Second Class Upper degree.
- For Petroleum Engineering, a Second Class Lower may be accepted if the applicant’s background is in Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Geophysics, Mathematics, or Physics.
- All applicants (except Public Policy, Public Administration, and PhD candidates) must sit for an online entrance exam.
How to Apply
Applicants can choose between online and in-person application processes:
- Online Application
- Visit the official AUST admissions website.
- Create an account on the application portal.
- Fill in the required details, cross-check carefully, and submit.
- Wait for screening feedback via email.
- In-Person Application
- Visit the Admissions Office at Mandela Hall, AUST, Abuja.
- This option is open even for candidates who did not initially select AUST as their first choice.
Support and Enquiries
For assistance, applicants can contact the admissions office via:
- Phone: 08032276184, 08035403714, 09084878439
- Email: [email protected]
Why It Matters
This announcement opens doors for ambitious graduates seeking advanced degrees in high-demand fields. With AUST’s reputation for academic excellence and research-driven programmes, the 2025/2026 session could be the launchpad for future leaders in science, technology, and management.
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