The College of Postgraduate Studies, Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA), Kogi State, has opened applications for admission into the 2025/2026 postgraduate academic session. Prospective students can now apply for Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s degrees (Academic and Professional), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes available on both full-time and part-time options.

This fully rewritten guide provides a clear breakdown of the available programmes, entry requirements, application steps, and official procedures for all candidates.

Available Postgraduate Programmes at FULOKOJA

FULOKOJA offers diverse postgraduate opportunities across science, management, social sciences, gender studies, environmental safety, molecular biology, and several specialised areas.
Applicants are advised to review the full programme list on the official postgraduate portal before applying.

GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

Duration

• Minimum: 2 semesters
  
• Maximum: 4 semesters
  

Entry Requirements

Applicants must possess:

• A first degree with at least a Third Class, or
  
• An HND with Lower Credit in a relevant field
  
• NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
  
• Five O’Level credits, including:
  
  • English Language
    
  • Mathematics
    
  • Three relevant subjects
    

Special Consideration — Centre for Safety Management

Candidates with strong industry experience in:

• Occupational / workplace safety
  
• Process safety
  
• Risk management
  
• Environmental safety
  or those holding recognised professional safety certifications, may be admitted into safety-related PGD programmes even if their first degree is outside the safety field.
  

2. Master’s Degree Programmes (Academic and Professional)

Duration

• Full-time: 4–6 semesters
  
• Part-time: 6–11 semesters
  

Entry Requirements

Eligible applicants include:

• Graduates of FULOKOJA or any recognised university with at least Second Class Division in a relevant field
  
• Degree holders with a relevant PGD (Credit grade or higher)
  
• Candidates with Third Class plus a relevant PGD
  
• Applicants with unclassified degrees scoring 50% or C average
  
• Five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
  
• NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate
  

Candidates may be required to sit for a departmental qualifying test.

3. M.Sc. in Molecular Biology and Genomics

Offered through the Global Institute for Infectious Diseases Control (GIDC).

Admission Criteria

Applicants must hold:

• A Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) in:
  
  • Medicine
    
  • Pharmacy
    
  • Nursing
    
  • Microbiology
    
  • Biochemistry
    
  • Medical Laboratory Science
    
  • Or any closely related biomedical field
    
• Minimum of Second Class Lower Division
  
• OR PGD Microbiology (Upper Credit) from:
  
  • FULOKOJA
    
  • Any Senate-recognised university
    

4. Master’s Programmes – Centre for Safety Management

Entry Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  
  • Physical Sciences
    
  • Engineering
    
  • Health Sciences
    
  • Environmental Sciences
    
  • Management Sciences
    
• OR a relevant PGD such as:
  
  • Safety
    
  • Environmental Management
    
  • Risk Management
    
• At least two years’ experience in a safety-related field is desirable
  
• Membership of a professional safety body is an added advantage
  

5. Master’s Programmes – Institute for Gender Studies (IGS)

Entry Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with Second Class Lower or higher in:
  
  • Gender Studies
    
  • Social Sciences
    
  • Humanities
    
  • Or related fields
    
• Relevant work experience in gender-focused projects is an advantage
  

6. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Duration

• Minimum: 6 semesters
  
• Maximum: 10 semesters
  

All PhD students may be required to take additional coursework and must submit a well-defended thesis.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A Master’s degree with CGPA:
  
  • Not less than 4.0/5.0, or
    
  • Not less than 3.0/4.0
    
• Or an M.Phil. in a relevant field
  
• A Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Lower
  
• Five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
  
• NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
  

HOW TO APPLY FOR FULOKOJA POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION

All applications must be completed online.

Step 1: Visit the Website

• Go to the official FULOKOJA website
  
• Navigate to the Postgraduate Studies Portal
  

Step 2: Create an Account

• Register using a valid email address
  
• Store your login details securely
  
• Provide accurate personal and academic information
  

Step 3: Select the Appropriate Application Link

Choose the link that matches your desired programme:

• PGD (Academic)
  
• Master’s Degree (M.Sc., M.A.) – Academic
  
• PhD (Academic)
  
• Professional Postgraduate Programmes (PGD/Master’s/PhD)
  

Verify that the programme is listed in the current advertisement before submitting your form.

Step 4: Complete & Submit the Form

• Fill out all required fields
  
• Upload documents in the approved formats
  
• Double-check all details before submitting

Help & Enquiries

For support or further information, contact:

 08036490364
  08050606008
  07037749455

 spgs@fulokoja.edu.ng

Applications remain open for six weeks from the date of the official announcement.