UNIABUJA Top-Up/Degree Conversion Admission Form 2026/2027. The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) has announced the sale of forms for its Degree Conversion Programme (also known as the Top-Up Programme) for the 2026/2027 academic session. This opportunity is designed for HND holders and university graduates with pass or third-class degrees who wish to upgrade their qualifications to a full bachelor’s degree.
If you’ve ever wished for a second chance to boost your academic profile, this is it.
Why This Matters
The programme is part of UNIABUJA’s ongoing commitment to educational inclusivity and professional advancement. It is run by the Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education (CDL&CE), and classes are delivered on a part-time basis — making it flexible for working professionals and adult learners.
Courses You Can Apply For
Faculty of Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
Faculty of Management Sciences
- Accounting
- Banking & Finance
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
Faculty of Arts
- Theatre Arts
- History and Diplomatic Studies
- English
- Linguistics
- Arabic
- Christian Religious Studies
- Islamic Studies
- Philosophy
Faculty of Social Sciences
- Economics
- Political Science & International Relations
- Sociology
- Geography
Faculty of Agriculture
- Animal Science
- Agricultural Economics
- Extension & Rural Sociology
- Agronomy
- Soil Science
- Crop Protection
Faculty of Education
- Agricultural Science Education
- Chemistry Education
- Physics Education
- Mathematics Education
- Social Studies Education
- Islamic Studies Education
- Christian Religious Studies Education
- Guidance and Counselling
- Administration and Planning
- Economics Education
- Environmental Science Education
- Biology Education
- Primary Education Studies
- Library Science
- Geography Education
- English Education
- History Education
Faculty of Science
- Biological Science
- Microbiology
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Chemistry
- Industrial Chemistry
- Botany
- Biochemistry
- Zoology
- Geology
Faculty of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences
- Nursing
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Five (5) O’Level credits, including English and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings
- Two A-Level passes and five relevant O’Level subjects
- Graduates from recognised institutions (HND, NCE, BSc with Pass or Third-Class)
- Registered nurses with Midwifery, HND in Nursing, or a related third-class degree
How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Guide:
- Register via JAMB
- Use the JAMB e-facility platform to generate a registration number.
- Ensure your name appears on UNIABUJA CAPS dashboard.
- Apply via UNIABUJA CDL&CE Portal
- Visit: cdlce.uniabuja.edu.ng
- Click “CLICK HERE TO APPLY” to read all instructions.
- Choose PART-TIME CDP/DEGREE CONVERSION as your mode.
- Click “APPLY” to begin the application.
- Fill in your full name, email, and phone number.
- Make Payment
- Generate your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR)
- Pay the ₦20,000 application fee via Remita (MasterCard, Visa, or at any bank)
- Complete Your Application
- After payment, your unique application number will be generated.
- Log in with this number and your surname as password.
- Fill and submit the remaining part of the application form.
Course Duration
- Engineering, Nursing, and Agriculture: 3 years
- All other courses: 2 years
Application Deadline
All applications must be submitted on or before Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
Need Help?
For enquiries or assistance, contact UNIABUJA CDL&CE:
📞 0806 228 2734, 0903 683 6734
🕗 Weekdays: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
This programme is your bridge to a stronger academic and professional future. Whether you’re holding an HND or looking to turn around a third-class degree, UNIABUJA is offering a clear path forward — flexible, credible, and respected.
