Edo State University Iyamho Opens Postgraduate Admissions — Full Details Inside


Edo State University, one of Nigeria’s emerging centres of academic excellence, has officially announced the commencement of its postgraduate admissions for the new academic session. If you are aiming for a Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s, MPhil, or PhD, this guide outlines everything you need to know about the available programmes, admission requirements, and how to apply.

This article breaks it down for you—easy to understand, especially for students and graduates looking to move up academically.


List of Available Postgraduate Programmes

Edo State University offers a wide selection of postgraduate programmes across multiple faculties. Below is the faculty-by-faculty breakdown:

Faculty of Applied Health Sciences

Medical Laboratory Science – PGD, MSc, MPhil, PhD
Specialisations: Chemical Pathology, Haematology, Histopathology, Microbiology, Immunology

Nursing Science – PGD, MSc, MPhil, PhD
Specialisations: Maternal and Child Health, Surgical Nursing, Public Health, Mental Health Nursing

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 and International Studies – PGD, MA, PhD
  • Political Science – MSc, PhD
  • Public Administration – PGD, MPA, PhD

Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

  • Biochemistry – MSc, PhD

Faculty of Engineering

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

Faculty of Science

  • Computer Science – PGD, MSc, MPhil, PhD
  • Microbiology – PGD, MSc, PhD

Faculty of Law

  • Law – PGD, LLM, MPhil, MPhil/PhD, PhD

Programme Duration

The duration of each programme depends on the level of qualification. Here’s a quick overview:

  • Postgraduate Diploma (PGD): 2 to 4 semesters
  • Master’s (MSc, MA, MBA, M.Eng.): Minimum of 3 to 4 semesters, up to 6
  • MPhil: 2 to 4 semesters
  • PhD: 6 to 10 semesters

Admission Requirements

All candidates must satisfy the general and specific entry conditions for each programme:

General Requirements

  • At least five (5) O’Level credit passes including English and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings
  • NYSC certificate or an officially recognised exemption

For PGD

  • A First Degree with a minimum of Third Class, or
  • A Higher National Diploma (HND) in a relevant field, or
  • A recognised professional qualification

For Master’s Programmes (MSc, MA, MBA, M.Eng.)

  • A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division, or
  • A PGD with at least a Credit Pass, or
  • An approved professional certificate

For MPhil

  • A Master’s Degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 5.0 scale (or 50% average)

For PhD

  • A Master’s Degree with a minimum CGPA of 4.0/5.0 (or 60%)
  • Candidates with CGPA between 3.5 and 3.9 may be offered MPhil/PhD
  • Applicants must submit a brief research proposal (not more than 450 words)

How to Apply

Contact for Support

Interested applicants are also advised to review the official postgraduate school fees to properly plan their budgets.


Final Note

Postgraduate study is not just about a degree—it’s a strategic investment in your future. Whether you’re focused on academia, industry, or professional practice, Edo State University Iyamho offers structured, accredited programmes to help you reach your goals.

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