AKSU Postgraduate Admission Form for 2026/2027 Session; Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU), through its School of Postgraduate Studies, has invited qualified candidates to apply for postgraduate admission for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Available programmes lead to Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) qualifications across several faculties and departments.
The non-refundable application fee is ₦30,000, excluding bank charges. Completed applications must be submitted online by 30 October 2026.
AKSU Postgraduate Programmes for 2026/2027
The available postgraduate programmes cover Agriculture, Arts, Education, Engineering, Physical Sciences, Computing and Information Technology, Biological Sciences, Administration and Management Sciences, Communication and Media Studies, and Social Sciences.
Applicants should confirm the exact qualification available under their intended department before submitting an application.
Faculty of Agriculture
Department of Agricultural Economics
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Animal Science
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Crop Science
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Soil Science
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Faculty of Arts
Department of Philosophy
Available programmes are:
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Religious and Cultural Studies
Available programmes are:
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Performing Arts
Available programmes are:
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of History and International Studies
Available programmes are:
- Master of International Law and Diplomacy (MILD)
- Master of International Law and Diplomacy (OILD)
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of English
Available programmes are:
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Faculty of Education
Department of Science Education
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma
- Master of Education (M.Ed.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Educational Research, Measurement and Evaluation
- Master of Science Education M.Sc. (Ed)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Agricultural Engineering
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Civil Engineering
Available programmes are:
- PGD in Civil Engineering
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Available programmes are:
- PGD in Mechanical Engineering
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
Department of Marine Engineering
Available programmes are:
- PGD in Marine Engineering
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.)
Faculty of Physical Sciences
Department of Geology
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Mathematics
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Physics
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Statistics
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Chemistry
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Faculty of Computing and Information Technology
Department of Computer Science
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Faculty of Biological Sciences
Department of Genetics and Biotechnology
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Biotechnology
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Plant Science
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Zoology
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Zoology
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Microbiology
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Marine Biology
The available programme is:
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Faculty of Administration and Management Sciences
Department of Business Administration
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Master in Business Administration (MBA)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Public Administration
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Master in Public Administration (MPA)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Marketing
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Accounting
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Accounting
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Accounting
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Accounting
Faculty of Communication and Media Studies
Department of Mass Communication
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Public Relations
The available programme is:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
Faculty of Social Sciences
Department of Political Science
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Political Science
- Master of International Relations and Strategic Studies (IRSS)
- Doctor of International Relations and Strategic Studies (DIRSS)
- Master of Public and Humanitarian Affairs (PHA)
- Doctor of Public and Humanitarian Affairs (Ph.D.)
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Economics
Available programmes are:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Economics
- Master of Sciences (M.Sc.)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Department of Library and Information Science
The available programme is:
- Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
AKSU Postgraduate Admission Eligibility
Applications are open to qualified candidates. However, the detailed academic requirements for each PGD, Master’s and Ph.D. programme are not provided in the admission information.
Prospective applicants should check the requirements for their intended programme through the AKSU postgraduate admission portal before paying for and completing the application.
Different departments and qualification levels may have different requirements.
AKSU Postgraduate Application Fee
The postgraduate application form costs ₦30,000.
The fee is non-refundable and does not include bank charges.
Applicants will gain access to the online application process after making the required payment.
How to Apply for AKSU Postgraduate Admission
Applications are to be completed through the AKSU postgraduate admission portal.
Applicants should follow these steps:
- Visit the AKSU postgraduate admission portal.
- Check the available programme under the intended department.
- Review the admission requirements for the programme.
- Pay the ₦30,000 non-refundable application fee, excluding bank charges.
- Follow the instructions provided on the portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload copies of the required credentials.
- Upload a copy of the application fee payment receipt.
- Submit the completed application before the closing date.
Applicants should carefully review all information and uploaded documents before final submission.
Documents Required for Submission
Completed applications must be submitted online with copies of the relevant credentials.
A copy of the receipt showing payment for the application form must also accompany the online submission.
The exact credentials required may vary by programme, so applicants should check the postgraduate portal for the applicable requirements.
AKSU Postgraduate Application Deadline
The deadline for submission of completed applications is 30 October 2026.
All required credentials and the application payment receipt should be uploaded as part of the completed application before the deadline.
Applications that are not fully submitted online by the deadline will fall outside the stated application period.
Applicants Should Check Programme Requirements Before Payment
The programme list confirms the qualifications available under each department, but detailed entry requirements for every PGD, Master’s and Ph.D. programme are not provided in the admission announcement.
Prospective candidates should confirm that their academic qualifications match the intended programme through the postgraduate portal before completing payment.
This is particularly important for departments offering several qualification levels.
AKSU Postgraduate Admission Troubleshooter
| Applicant’s SituationWhat to CheckWhat Should Be DonePosition | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicant has selected a department | Confirm the exact PGD, Master’s or Ph.D. programme offered | Check the programme list before applying | Application should match an available programme |
| Entry requirement is unclear | Programme-specific requirements are not listed in the announcement | Check the postgraduate portal before payment | The portal should guide programme eligibility |
| Applicant is ready to pay | Application fee is ₦30,000 plus bank charges | Use the postgraduate application process | The ₦30,000 fee is non-refundable |
| Application form is complete | Credentials and payment receipt must be uploaded | Attach the required files before submission | An incomplete submission may lack required records |
| Application has not been submitted | Closing date is 30 October 2026 | Complete and submit the form before the deadline | Late submission falls outside the stated period |
| Applicant wants a Ph.D. programme | Ph.D. availability differs by department | Confirm that the intended department lists Ph.D. | Apply only for the qualification shown |
| Applicant wants a PGD | Some departments do not list PGD | Check the department and qualification level first | Availability should be confirmed before payment |
