Federal University Otuoke Opens Applications for 2024/2025 Postgraduate & Certificate Programs
The Federal University Otuoke (FUO) has officially announced the opening of applications for its full-time postgraduate and certificate programs for the 2024/2025 academic session. This opportunity is hosted by the Niger Delta Institute for Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases (NDIERID) and covers a wide range of specializations, including Molecular Biology, Public Health, and more.
Whether you’re looking to advance your career with a postgraduate diploma, earn a Master’s degree, pursue a Doctoral program, or gain specialized skills through short courses, FUO offers a variety of pathways to enhance your professional expertise.
Programs Offered:
Postgraduate Diplomas:
- Molecular Biology and Genomics
- Public Health
- Public Health Nursing
- Community Health
- Environmental and Occupational Health
- Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
Master’s Degrees:
- Molecular Biology and Genomics
- Bioinformatics
- Public Health (M.Sc and MPH)
- Public Health Nursing
- Community Health
- Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
Doctoral Programs:
- Molecular Biology and Genomics
- Public Health (PhD and DrPH)
- Public Health Nursing
- Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
- Community Health (PhD and DrCH)
Short Courses & Certifications:
- Infectious Disease Diagnostics and Laboratory Management
- Field Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance
- Clinical Trials and Regulatory Affairs
Program Durations:
- Postgraduate Diploma: 2 semesters
- Master’s Degree: 3 semesters (coursework + research thesis)
- Doctoral Degree: Minimum of 6 semesters
- Certificate Programs: 6 months
Admission Requirements:
Postgraduate Diploma:
- A degree from FUO or an accredited institution with at least Second Class Honours or Third Class in related fields.
- HND holders must have a minimum of Lower Credit.
Master’s Degree:
- A degree from FUO or an accredited institution with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division).
Doctoral Programs:
- A Master’s or Professional Master’s Degree with a research thesis and a CGPA of at least 3.5.
Public Health Nursing:
- Limited to holders of a Bachelor of Nursing Science or equivalent qualifications.
Certificate Programs:
- Minimum requirement: OND from a recognized institution.
General Requirements:
- Candidates must meet O’Level requirements with five credits in relevant subjects (including English and Mathematics) in no more than two sittings.
- Three referee reference letters are required.
Specializations in Public Health:
- Master’s/PhD: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Systems, Policy & Management, Environmental Health, Health Promotion
- MPH/DrPH: Community Health, Epidemiology, Disease Control, Disaster & Humanitarian Emergency
Application Details:
- Application Fee: N25,000
- Payment can be made to the following account:
- Account Name: Nig Del Inst for Emerg and Remerg Inf Dis FUO
- Account Number: UBA – 2353187818
- Applications must be submitted by February 15, 2025.
For more information and to apply, visit the Federal University Otuoke Postgraduate Programme Page. Ensure that you meet all the admission requirements before submitting your application.
Don’t miss this chance to advance your education and career in the thriving field of health sciences. Apply today!
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