University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for entry into the programmes leading to PGD (Postgraduate Diploma), MD/MS, M.Sc, PhD in the following faculties of the university.
A. FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
B. FACULTY OFSOCIAL SCIENCES
C. FACULTY OF SCIENCE
D. FACULTY OF EDUCATION (REGULAR AND SANDWICH)
E. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
F. FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
G. FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
H. FACULTY OF CLINICAL SCIENCES
GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ALL PGD PROGRAMMES
The minimum requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma Programmes is a Bachelor's Degree in the related disciplines. Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree or Third Class in the related Discipline. For HND holders a minimum of Upper Credit is acceptable in the relevant Departments.
PGDCHE
For the Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry (PGDCHE) Programme, candidates with Third Class need not apply.
MASTER'S DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class Honours Degree of the University of Port Harcourt or any recognized University, in the relevant subject with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 points on a 5 point scale or its equivalent. Candidates for the Master's in Education must have obtained a first degree in another field and in addition a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) with at least an Upper Credit classification. Candidates for the MBA Programme must possess a strong qualitative background. Candidates with PGD must have a CGPA of 3.50 to register for Master's Degree in the relevant field
PhD PROGRAMMES
Candidates for the PhD Programmes should have a Master's Degree with a minimum CGPA of 4.0 or its equivalent grade in the relevant discipline at the Master's level. Admission will be based on interview performance. PhD involves course work and qualifying examination.
MD/MS PROGRAMME
(A) Candidates must either be Medical candidates (MBBS) of the University of Port Harcourt for not less than five (5) years or confirmed and experienced academic staff of the University with medical degree of recognized University.
(B) In addition to the above, candidates must possess either a recognized professional qualification at the fellowship level or at least an M.Sc degree of a recognized University, after the MBBS degree
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Log on to (University of Port Harcourt - UNIPORT Postgraduate Admission (http://u.theinfostrides.com/uniport-pgadm)) to register and get complete information on prerequites and registration procedures. Application Form fee of Eleven Thousand Naira (N11,000.00) should be paid at any of the following Banks: U&C Microfinance Bank, UBA, Union Bank, Access Bank, Eco Bank and First Bank and Four Thousand Naira (N4,000.00) for Prospectus should be paid to U&C Microfinance Bank by Teller.
Candidates should also visit (University of Port Harcourt - UNIPORT SGS Portal (http://u.theinfostrides.com/uniport-sgs)) to download the application forms after payment.
For Further inquiries, please contact the following:
THE GRADUATE STUDIES OFFICER
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES - 08070694926
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
P.M.B. 5323, PORT HARCOURT
OR
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
LIAISON OFFICE
PLOT 7, FLAT B
URBAN SHELTER, ESTATE 2 - 08037086089
KATAMPE, ABUJA
OR
UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
LAGOS LIAISON OFFICE
23 BUSH STREET, OKUPE ESTATE, - 08068049487
MARY LAND, LAGOS
CLOSING DATE
Completed Application Forms with all necessary enclosures must be returned to the Graduate Studies Officer not later than October 12, 2012.
Read more here: ADMISSION INTO GRADUATE PROGRAMMES IN THE 2012/2013 SESSION (http://u.theinfostrides.com/uniport-pgadmission)