UITH Master in Nursing Science Admission Form 2026/2027. The University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) has opened applications for its Master in Nursing Science (M.NSc) programme for the 2026/2027 academic session. This is a structured postgraduate pathway designed for registered nurses seeking clinical specialisation and advanced professional competence.
The programme offers four specialised tracks, with clearly defined academic, licensing, and application procedures. If you meet the entry requirements, you can proceed directly through the official UITH application portal.
Areas of Specialisation
Applicants can choose from the following nursing specialities:
- Accident and Emergency Nursing
- Nephrology Nursing
- Ophthalmic Nursing
- Paediatric Nursing
Your choice should align with both your prior training and intended clinical career path.
General Admission Requirements
Admission into the M.NSc programme is conditional on meeting both O’Level and degree-level criteria, alongside professional and documentation requirements.
O’Level Requirements
Candidates must possess five (5) credit passes in:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
Acceptable Combinations:
- WAEC/NECO: Maximum of two sittings
- NABTEB: One sitting only
Degree and Professional Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following:
- A Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSc) with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division
- Academic transcript sent directly from your previous university to:
Office of the College Secretary, UITH Schools’ Complex, Amilegbe, Ilorin - Three referees
- NYSC Discharge, Exemption, or Exclusion Certificate
- Council Certificate in any of the chosen specialisation areas (if available)
Duration of the Programme
The Master’s programme runs:
- Minimum: 3 semesters
- Maximum: 6 semesters
Duration depends on academic progression and programme structure.
Application Fee and Payment Method
- Application Fee: ₦20,000
- Payment must be made exclusively via Remita
Cash payments or transfers to personal or unofficial accounts are strictly prohibited.
Step-by-Step Remita Payment Process
To generate your payment:
- Visit the Remita platform
- Click “Pay FGN and State TSA”
- Select “FGN: Federal Government of Nigeria”
- Under Who to Pay, type University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital
- Choose “UITH GENERAL PURPOSE” under Service/Purpose
- Fill in required details and complete payment
After payment:
- Keep your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR)
- Submit your payment receipt to the UITH Bursary Unit for verification
Application Process After Payment
Once payment is confirmed:
- Proceed to the UITH postgraduate nursing application portal
- Fill the SPBN application form using your RRR number
- Provide a valid personal email address
- Check your email for a confirmation link from noreply@uithilorin
- Open the link (in the same browser session) to access the application form
- Complete and submit the PBN form, selecting your preferred speciality
Required Uploads and Documentation
Applicants must upload accurate and properly scanned documents, including:
- Academic certificates
- Remita payment receipt
- Referee forms (typed, scanned, and on official letterhead)
- Sponsor’s signature (in JPEG/PNG/JPG format, where applicable)
Referee Requirement:
- Exactly three referees
- Letters must be typed, signed, and scanned
Submission and Printout Instructions
- After submission, wait briefly and download/print your completed application form
- If the printout does not appear, your submission was unsuccessful — you must refill the form
- The printed form must be presented on the day of examination or interview
Contact Information for Enquiries
For application-related questions:
- Provost: 08109988987
- College Secretary: 08058494092 (WhatsApp only)
- Postgraduate Coordinator: 08033975794
Payment Enquiries:
- 08039613232
Technical Support:
08032112593
Email: webunit@uithilorin.org.ng
Phone:
08139379148
08149691477
