UNIABUJA Opens 2025/2026 Postgraduate Admission in Petroleum and Energy Economics
The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA), through its Centre for Petroleum and Energy Resource Economics (CPERE), has officially announced the commencement of its 2025/2026 Postgraduate Admissions.
This opportunity is open to professionals across various disciplines — including Social Sciences, Engineering, Geoscience, Management Sciences, Finance, Law, Education, Military, and Agriculture — aiming to build the next generation of experts in petroleum, energy economics, and policy innovation.
Available Postgraduate Programmes at UNIABUJA
UNIABUJA’s CPERE offers diverse programmes designed to enhance academic and professional expertise in energy and petroleum studies.
1. Doctorate in Energy Economics (PhD) (Full-Time and Part-Time)
Specialisations:
- Energy Policy and Innovation
- Energy Finance
- Energy and Environment
- International Oil and Gas Management
- Renewable Energy Economics
- Electricity Economics
2. Master of Science (MSc) in Energy Economics (Full-Time and Part-Time)
Specialisations:
- Energy Policy and Innovation
- Energy Finance
- Energy and Environment
- International Oil and Gas Management
- Renewable Energy Economics
- Electricity Economics
3. Masters in Energy Economics (Full-Time and Part-Time)
Specialisations:
- Energy Policy and Innovation
- Energy Finance
- Energy and Environment
- International Oil and Gas Management
- Renewable Energy Economics
- Electricity Economics
4. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Energy Economics
General Admission Requirements
To be eligible for the UNIABUJA postgraduate programmes, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Possess five (5) O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.
- PhD applicants: Must hold a Master’s degree in Petroleum or Energy Economics or an equivalent qualification.
- Master’s applicants: Should possess a Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Lower) or a PGD in Petroleum or Energy Economics.
- PGD applicants: Must have at least a Third Class Bachelor’s degree or HND (Lower Credit) in a relevant field.
- All applicants are required to provide their NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter.
Programme Duration
Doctorate Degrees:
- Full-Time: Minimum of 36 months
- Part-Time: Minimum of 42 months
Master’s Degrees:
- Full-Time: 3–6 semesters
- Part-Time: 6–8 semesters
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD):
- Full-Time: 2–4 semesters
- Part-Time: 4–6 semesters
How to Apply
Interested candidates can obtain and submit their application forms online via UNIABUJA Application Portal.
For further enquiries, contact the Centre through:
CALL: 0805 579 5353, 0704 910 1454
Venue for Enquiries:
Bratim Business School, National Library of Nigeria, Central Business District, Abuja.
Closing Note
The University of Abuja urges all interested applicants to apply early and strictly follow the outlined procedures.
Through its CPERE, UNIABUJA remains committed to advancing research and professional capacity in energy, petroleum, and environmental economics — shaping leaders to drive innovation in Africa’s energy sector.
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