Kano State College of Nursing Sciences Opens 2025/2026 Postgraduate Diploma Admissions in Partnership with UNIMAID — See Full Details

A New Academic Season for Health Professionals

As the new academic year approaches, the College is expanding its academic reach with a wide range of postgraduate diploma (PGD) programmes designed to bridge clinical practice with management and public health leadership.

The institution, located in Gyadi-Gyadi, Kano, is now calling on practising nurses and health degree holders to take the next step in their professional journey.

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Available Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

Applicants can choose from the following PGD options:

• Nursing Sciences
• Nursing Education
• Public Health Nursing
• Maternal and Child Health (MCH)
• Public Health
• Health Planning & Management
• Epidemiology & Disease Control

These programmes are strategically designed to meet the growing demand for skilled health professionals in both clinical and administrative sectors. Whether your goal is to remain hands-on in patient care or transition into management and policy, there’s a course tailored for you.

Entry Requirements

For Nursing-Focused PGD Programmes

(Applicable to Nursing Sciences, Nursing Education, Public Health Nursing, and MCH)

Applicants must possess:

• A Degree or HND in Nursing, duly registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
• Five (5) credits in the following subjects:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry

For Public Health and Management-Focused PGD Programmes

(Applicable to Public Health, Health Planning & Management, and Epidemiology & Disease Control)

Applicants must possess:

• A Degree or HND in any health-related field.
• Five (5) credits in the same core subjects:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry

Both categories maintain clear, simple criteria — ensuring that qualified candidates can apply without unnecessary hurdles.

How to Apply

The application process is in-person only, keeping it straightforward and secure.

• Application Fee: ₦10,000
• Where to Apply:
  Visit the College premises directly at:
  Gyadi-Gyadi Roundabout, Opposite AKTH, Kano.
• Contact Numbers:
  08028182603 | 08060843862

Simply walk in, make your payment, fill out your form, and you’re ready to go — no third-party websites or online forms required.

Why This Matters

The collaboration between Kano State College of Nursing Sciences and UNIMAID brings a strong academic reputation and credibility to these programmes. Graduates can look forward to broader opportunities in teaching, healthcare management, public health leadership, and advanced clinical practice.

As application forms are limited and interest is expected to be high, prospective students are encouraged to act quickly.

Final Word

If you’ve been waiting for a chance to advance your nursing or public health career, this is it. Don’t let the opportunity pass you by. The classroom lights at Kano State College of Nursing Sciences are about to come on again — the only question is, will you be there when they do?

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