UNIABUJA Sustainable Development Centre Admission 2026/2027. The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA), through its Sustainable Development Centre (SDC), has opened applications for admission into its postgraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session, Batch B, Stream 9.
The admission exercise covers doctoral degrees, professional master’s degrees and professional diploma programmes in sustainable development, climate studies, peace and conflict studies, and migration studies.
The programmes are open to graduates from different academic backgrounds, including the natural sciences, social sciences, management sciences, engineering, law, education and the humanities.
Applications are currently ongoing, with the deadline set for 16 January 2027.
UNIABUJA SDC Postgraduate Programmes for 2026/2027
The Sustainable Development Centre offers three categories of postgraduate programmes.
1. Doctoral Degree Programmes
Applicants can apply for either of the following doctoral programmes:
- Doctor of Sustainable Development
- Doctor of Peace and Conflicts Studies
Each programme has a duration of 36 months.
Candidates seeking admission into either doctoral programme must possess a master’s degree in a relevant discipline. Accepted academic backgrounds include science, social and management sciences, humanities, education and environmental sciences.
2. Professional Master’s Degree Programmes
The centre offers the following professional master’s programmes on both full-time and part-time bases:
- Professional Master’s in Sustainable Development Studies
- Professional Master’s in Climate and Society Studies
- Professional Master’s in Peace and Conflict Studies
- Professional Master’s in Migration Studies
The duration depends on the mode of study:
| Study mode | Duration |
|---|---|
| Full-time | 4–6 semesters |
| Part-time | 6–8 semesters |
3. Professional Diploma Programmes
Applicants who wish to pursue a professional diploma can choose from:
- Professional Diploma in Sustainable Development Studies
- Professional Diploma in Climate and Society Studies
- Professional Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies
- Professional Diploma in Migration Studies
The programme duration is as follows:
| Study mode | Duration |
|---|---|
| Full-time | 2–4 semesters |
| Part-time | 4–6 semesters |
UNIABUJA SDC Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the general academic and documentation requirements for their chosen programme.
The stated admission requirements include:
- At least five O’Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
- A bachelor’s degree in any discipline, with a minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division), for the relevant postgraduate programmes.
- An NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter.
For professional diploma admission, applicants may qualify with any of the following:
- A bachelor’s degree with at least Third Class Honours.
- A Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least Lower Credit.
- An equivalent recognised qualification.
Doctoral applicants: Candidates applying for the Doctor of Sustainable Development or Doctor of Peace and Conflicts Studies must possess a master’s degree in a relevant field.
Applicants should confirm any programme-specific requirements with the Sustainable Development Centre before submitting their applications.
How to Apply for UNIABUJA SDC Admission 2026/2027
Interested candidates should apply online through the University of Abuja application portal.
Follow these steps:
- Visit the UNIABUJA application portal.
- Locate the application section for the Sustainable Development Centre.
- Select the preferred programme and study mode.
- Follow the portal instructions to complete the application.
- Provide the required personal and academic information and submit the application.
Ensure that the selected programme matches your academic qualifications before completing the application.
UNIABUJA SDC Admission Deadline
The application deadline for the 2026/2027 Batch B, Stream 9 admission exercise is 16 January 2027.
Lectures will take place at the Sustainable Development Centre’s location at:
Area 3, Garki, Abuja, Nigeria.
Contact Details for Enquiries
Applicants who need further information can contact the centre through any of the following telephone numbers:
- 0704 563 3587
- 0803 380 8931
- 0803 437 8475
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