{"id":6462,"date":"2025-07-16T14:49:14","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T14:49:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/?p=6462"},"modified":"2025-07-16T14:49:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T14:49:16","slug":"unical-postgraduate-admissions-2024-2025-now-open","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/unical-postgraduate-admissions-2024-2025-now-open\/","title":{"rendered":"UNICAL Postgraduate Admissions 2024\/2025 Now Open"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The <strong>University of Calabar (UNICAL)<\/strong> has officially opened its portal for <strong>2024\u20132025 postgraduate admissions<\/strong>. Whether you\u2019re aiming for a <strong>Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)<\/strong>, <strong>Master\u2019s<\/strong>, or <strong>PhD<\/strong>, now is your chance to join one of Nigeria\u2019s top-tier graduate schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you meet the entry requirements, don\u2019t wait \u2014 <strong>applications must be submitted online before September 30, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Programmes Are Available?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UNICAL\u2019s School of Postgraduate Studies offers a rich blend of programmes across <strong>science, humanities, social sciences, management, and environmental studies<\/strong>.<br>To view the full list of available courses, visit the official UNICAL Postgraduate Course Guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Entry Requirements at a Glance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before applying, ensure you meet the following academic criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PGD (Postgraduate Diploma)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>minimum CGPA of 1.25<\/strong> on a 5-point scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Master\u2019s Programmes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>minimum CGPA of 2.5<\/strong> on a 4-point scale or <strong>3.0<\/strong> on a 5-point scale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PhD Programmes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>minimum CGPA of 3.0<\/strong> on a 4-point scale or <strong>3.5<\/strong> on a 5-point scale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>research proposal\/summary (max 500 words)<\/strong> is required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><em>Note: All programmes include coursework.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Special Focus: Sustainable Development Studies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UNICAL places strong emphasis on sustainability and global impact. It offers two dedicated degrees in this critical field:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Master\u2019s in Sustainable Development Studies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>BSc, B.Ed, or equivalent<\/strong> with CGPA of 2.75 or 3.0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least <strong>five O-Level credits<\/strong> including English, Maths, and three relevant subjects (max 2 sittings)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PhD in Sustainable Development Studies<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>Master\u2019s degree<\/strong> in related fields like Environmental Science, Sociology, Economics, or Public Administration with CGPA of 2.75 or 3.0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Same O-level requirements as above<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Areas of Specialisation Include:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Climate Change &amp; Renewable Energy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urban Sustainability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biodiversity Conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disaster Risk Management &amp; Humanitarian Aid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide for a smooth application process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/unicalonline.edu.ng\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNICAL postgraduate portal<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download the prospectus for detailed course information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay a <strong>non-refundable \u20a640,000 fee<\/strong> via e-Transact at any Nigerian bank<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collect a <strong>payment receipt with a unique PIN<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Return to the portal and log in using your <strong>PIN and phone number<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete and submit your <strong>application form online<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Names must be entered in this format: <em>Surname, First name, Middle name<\/em>. No corrections after submission.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Deadlines to Remember<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline:<\/strong> Midnight, <strong>30th September 2025<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Screening Dates:<\/strong> <strong>17th and 18th October 2025<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need Help?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For admission\/course enquiries:<br>0803 344 4681 | 0806 384 0768<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For technical\/form issues:<br>0803 519 1335 | 0706 421 5158<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emails:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>graduateschool@unical.edu.ng<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>secretarypostgraduateschool@unical.edu.ng<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also like to read: <a href=\"https:\/\/examkits.com\/blog\/university-of-calabar-teaching-hospital-opens-admission-for-2025-2026-nursing-programmes\/\">University of Calabar Teaching Hospital Opens Admission for 2025\/2026 Nursing Programmes<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has officially opened its portal for 2024\u20132025 postgraduate admissions. 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