AAU Postgraduate form › The management of the Ambrose Ali University (AAU), Ekpoma, is now selling the applications forms for admission into its part-time and full-time postgraduate programmes for the 2021/2022 academic session.
This is to inform the general public that applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Higher Degree and Postgraduate Diploma Programmes (Full-time and Part-time) of Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma for the 2021/2022 Academic Session.
AAU Postgraduate Admission Requirements
Masters degree programmes
Candidates who possess any of the following qualifications may be considered for admission:
At least a Second Class Honours Degree in the relevant discipline from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, or any other accredited university.
Any professional certification with relevant PGD from a recognized university plus a third-class bachelor’s degree + PGD or HND.
The LL.M program is open to holders of an LL.B with at least Second Class Honours or Third Class Honours with a B.L. and at least five years post-call experience.
Holders of a B.A. or B.ED (French) with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division from any accredited university are eligible for a Master of Arts in French studies.
Holders of a Bachelor degree not below Second Class Lower Division in any discipline OR a Third Class Degree/HND plus postgraduate diploma in any administration related discipline, plus at least one year post qualification experience for Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Public Administration (MPA).
Candidates for the M.Sc. in Business Administration must pass the following exams:
At least five credit passes (or equivalent) in GCE O/L, WASCE, NECO, or NABTEB, which must have been acquired in not more than two sittings and must include English Language, Mathematics, and Economics, Commerce, or Accounting. Plus
A B.Sc degree in Business Administration (second class lower division) from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma or any other Nigerian or international university approved by the Senate of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma.
A holder of a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration/Management from Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma or any other Nigerian or international university approved by the Senate of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma with a 50 percent average may also be considered.
Candidates with an HND (Upper Credit) in Business Administration/Management from a recognized Polytechnic must also have other qualifications, such as an MBA or a PGDBM.
Other relevant Professional Qualifications may be evaluated on their own merits for the Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science.
Master’s Degree Program
Admission may be considered for candidates who meet any of the following criteria.
Ambrose Alli University graduate with a master’s degree in a related field.
Other Departmental criteria as stated in the School of Postgraduate Studies Handbook Graduate of any other accredited university with the credentials specified in I above
Master of Science (M.Sc) Program Admission Requirements
Second Class (Hons) Lower Division and above will be required for admission to the Master of Science in Strategic Studies and Policy and Development Studies. However, the linked areas of study required for admission will be the same as those listed above (pgd)
A graduate of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, or any other recognized university with a Master’s degree relevant to the chosen course may be admission to the Ph.D program. However, such a candidate should have received a 60 percent average in his or her Master’s degree or M.Phil program.
Departmental Requirements: Notwithstanding the foregoing, a Department may require an applicant to take relevant tests, interviews, examinations, and/or take appropriate pre-requisite or concrete courses as a condition of admission. Students would be required to complete the Ph.D qualifying examination necessary to validate their candidature before registering their titles/proposals, if applicable.
Postgraduate Diplomas i. Crop Science Department (Full-Time Only)
B.Sc. with a third-class degree in Agriculture or allied science fields such as Botany, Microbiology, Zoology, Chemistry, Forestry, or Agricultural Education from additional academic pursuit in crop science.
i. Department of Animal Science (Full-Time Only)
B.Sc with a third class degree in any area of Agriculture, or related science disciplines including Botany, Microbiology, Zoology, Chemistry, Forestry, Agricultural Education
from further academic pursuit in crop science
iii. Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture
At least a Third class Hons degree in Architecture
iv. Postgraduate Diploma in Geography and Regional Planning (PGDGRP)
At least Third Class Honours degree in Geography and Regional Planning or any other related discipline relevant to Geography from AAU or any other recognized equivalent
institution holders of HND/HNC from a recognized Polytechnic or College of Technology may be considered.
v. Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering (PGDENG) (Civil, Elect/Elect, and Mechanical and Material & Production Engineering)
Holders of good HND in Engineering with at least four (4) years post-qualification cognate experience or Graduate in fields relevant to Engineering of any recognized University
shall be considered.
vi. Postgraduate Diploma in Botany (PGDB)
At a least Third Class Honours Degree in Botany or other Science related disciplines.
vii. Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry (PGDIC)
a. At least Third Class Honours Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Chemistry Education.
b. HND with a Credit pass in Chemistry or other Science related discipline.
viii. Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS)
a. At least Third Class Honours Degree of Ambrose Alli University or any other recognized institution in a Science-based discipline. Other relevant professional qualifications
may be considered on their own merit.
ix. Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics (PGDS)
At least Third Class Honours Degree of Statistics or Mathematics from Ambrose Alli University or any other university of recognized standing
x. Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology (PGDM)
a. At least Third Class Honours or Pass degree in Microbiology from Ambrose Alli University, or any other University of recognized standing, in the relevant disciplines such as
Biology, Biochemistry and Food Technology.
b. Holders of FIMILS and AIMLS in Science related discipline.
xi. Postgraduate Diploma in Biochemistry (PGDBCH)
At least Third Class Honours degree in Biochemistry or other related Science Disciplines
xii. Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics (PGDS)
At least Third Class Honours Degree of Statistics or Mathematics from Ambrose Alli University or any other university recognized standing
xiii. Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDBM)
a. First degree from Ambrose Alli University or other recognized University
b. H.N.D from recognized Polytechnic or equivalent.
c. Full professional qualification of recognized professional Bodies approved by the Senate of the University.
xiv. Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration (PGDPA)
A graduate of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma or any other recognized University in any discipline or holder of H.N.D in any discipline with at least three years cognate experience
xv. Centre for Strategic and Development Studies (PGD)
The admission requirement includes HND (Less than merit) or a bachelor degree (with less than second class lower)
For Postgraduate Diploma (PGD): Strategic Studies, the related areas will include International Relations, Political Science, History, International Studies and Law.
For Postgraduate Diploma (PGD): Policy and Development Studies, the related areas will include Economic, Public Administration and any other Social Science Course
xvi. Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)
A graduate of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma or any other University of recognized standing who possesses a good first degree classification acceptable to Senate. In all cases,
candidates must possess the National Youth Service Scheme (NYSC) Discharge Certificate or Exemption Certificate.
Duration of AAU Postgraduate Programmes
The duration of the courses to be offered shall be as follows:
Ph.D Programme (Full-Time):
The duration shall be a minimum of three (3) academic sessions, and a maximum of five (5) academic sessions.
Ph.D Programme (Part-Time):
The duration shall not be less than five (5) academic sessions and a maximum of eight (8) academic sessions.
Master’s Degree Programme (Full-Time):
The duration shall be a minimum of three (3) Semester and a maximum of Six (6) Semesters. Extension may be allowed for not more than two semesters.
Masters Programme (Part-Time):
The duration shall be in the range of a minimum of three (3) academic sessions and maximum of four (4) academic sessions. Extension may be allowed for not more than
one (1) academic session.
Postgraduate Diploma:
The duration shall not be less than one (1) academic session for Full-Time and not more than two (2) academic sessions for Part-Time.
Note: In exceptional cases, an additional extension of not more than one (1) academic session may be approved by Senate on the recommendation of the Board for all the postgraduate programmes.
How to Apply for AAU Postgraduate Admission Form
The application form is available at the Ambrose Alli University portal (https://aaue.waeup.org/applicants) for the sum of N28,200.00 (Twenty-Eight Thousand, Two Hundred Naira) only. Candidates are to complete and submit the School of Postgraduate Studies online application form with reference to the handbook.
Candidates are advised to have a valid e-mail account before starting the application process.
Candidates are to provide three referees’ details while filling the form online. After payment and successful submission of the form, the referees will receive an automated reference request.
You should ensure you have their consent before you apply.
1. Click on ‘Register for application’ at the top left of page to proceed.
Provide all necessary information. Note that * means compulsory fields.
3. An immediate mail will be sent to the provided email address (use your email not the cybercafé’s mail).
4. Open your mail to get your system generated id and password that you will use to login.
5.Go tohttps://aaue.waeup.org/click on ‘Login’ (top right of front page).
6. Enter your user name and the password from the mail to login.
7. To start the application process, please click on ‘Edit application record’ and provide all required information and upload your passport photograph.
Payment Instructions
Go tohttps://aaue.waeup.org/login
Enter your user name and the password as sent to your email to login.
3. To make payment, click ‘Edit application record’.
4. At the bottom of the page click on ‘Add online payment ticket’.
Interswitch Payment: ATM-Enabled Verve, Visa or Master Card from any commercial Bank.
1. Click on the Payment ID of the ticket created.
2. Click on ‘College PAY’ at top of your page. Confirmation page will appear to enable you cross check your payment details. If ok, click ‘Submit’ to proceed with the payment through Interswitch payment gateway.
3. Select your card type from the ‘drop down’ (Verve, Visa or Master Card), enter your card details i.e Card number, expiry date, CVV2, pin and click “Pay”.
Note: Your CVV2 is the 3digit number printed at the back of your card.
If your payment is successfully validated, you can proceed to submit your completed application form and print your application slip.
Request that your transcript be sent to;
The Secretary,
School of Postgraduate Studies
Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Nigeria
or by email: pgadmission@aauekpoma.edu.ng
If you have any questions about postgraduate study, please contact us: +234 8038826566 and +234 8058850059 or by email: sps@aauekpoma.edu.ng
DURATION OF APPLICATION: Application forms for the School of Postgraduate Studies Programmes will be available online for completion and submission from Tuesday, March 15, 2022 to Tuesday, May 10, 2022
ADVICE: Candidates should check the University Portal for further details from time to time.
NOTE:
All candidates are to note the following:
All names should be written in full when completing the online application form as no initials shall be entertained.
Candidates are advised to fill their forms online personally, as cases of fraudulent practices in the admission process will not be entertained.
The application number would serve as examination number where necessary.
Only submitted forms would be considered.
