FUTMINNA Postgraduate Admission Form For 2024/2025; If you’re considering pursuing postgraduate studies at the Federal University of Technology Minna, you can access the postgraduate form for the 2024/2025 academic session through the FUTMINNA postgraduate portal. This comprehensive guide provides all the necessary information to help you successfully apply for the FUTMINNA postgraduate admission form without any issues.
Whether you’re interested in Ph.D. programs, a master’s degree at FUTMINNA, the FUTMINNA Masters form for 2024/2025, the registration closing date, or the official FUTMINNA SPGS portal login, this guide covers everything you need to know about the entry requirements and how to apply for the Federal University of Technology Minna master’s form in 2024. So, if you’re wondering whether the Federal University of Technology Minna postgraduate form for 2025 is out, you’re in the right place.
Prospective applicants for Postgraduate Studies at the Federal University of Technology, Minna must have obtained five (5) credits in WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or GCE (‘O’ Level) or their equivalents. These credits must include English Language and Mathematics and should be obtained in not more than two sittings. Please note that admission will not be granted based on pending results, and no exemptions will be made for admission into any program.
PhD programme
Candidates applying for the PhD Programme must have a Master’s degree from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized University, or equivalent qualifications accepted by the University Senate.
Applicants for the PhD program at the University must have earned a weighted score average of 60% or a ‘B’ grade, or a CGPA of 3.50 out of 5.00 in their Master’s degree program.
Appropriate courses may be recommended for candidates whose academic background is deemed inadequate for their chosen areas of specialization. This decision is made at the discretion of the School/Department under the approved general regulations and guidelines of the Postgraduate School.
Master Degree Programmes
A minimum of a second-class honours (lower division) degree from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized university.
Candidates with a Third Class Honours Degree and at least 3 years of graduation experience in relevant fields may be considered. In some cases, passing a qualifying examination administered by the Department of the candidates, in consultation with the Postgraduate School, may be required. It’s important to note that this requirement doesn’t apply to the Engineering Schools (SEET and SIPET). Candidates with an HND and a minimum of Lower Credit, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant field and at least a minimum of Lower Credit and one year of graduation experience, may also be considered.
Where an examination is required, such as in cases (ii) and (iii) above, an examination fee of N2000.00 will be charged in addition to the cost of Postgraduate application forms.
Note:
“An NYSC certificate or exemption letter is necessary for admission into all postgraduate programs.”
ii Just to clarify, candidates who have received a PASS grade at any level of their Degree, PGD, HND, or OND are not eligible for admission to the PhD, Master’s, or PGD programs. Additionally, Diploma candidates with a CGPA lower than 2.50 are not qualified for admission into the Master’s Degree programs.
In all instances of admission, the ultimate determination regarding eligible candidates is within the purview of the Postgraduate School Board. Candidates possessing a background in the sciences are customarily given priority consideration.
All Master’s degree programs mandate the completion of both coursework and research components without exception. A thesis defence and submission are required for a student to qualify for graduation.
Postgraduate Diploma Programmes
A third-class honours degree in relevant fields may be considered.
Candidates with an HND with a minimum of Lower Credit, or an OND with a Lower Credit in a relevant field and one year of post-graduation experience may be considered.
DURATION OF PROGRAMMES
PhD Programme
A full-time student must complete a minimum of six semesters (three academic sessions) and a maximum of ten semesters (five academic sessions).
A minimum of ten semesters (five academic sessions) and a maximum of fourteen semesters (seven academic sessions) for part-time students, respectively.
Master Degree Programmes
The Master’s degree programs are designed to span a minimum of three semesters for full-time students, with a maximum duration of six semesters. Part-time enrollment is not available for Master’s degree programs. Master’s degree students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.50 in every semester. Failure to meet this requirement will lead to dismissal from the program.
Postgraduate Diploma Programmes
Full-time students are expected to graduate in three semesters upon successful completion of their programs, provided they maintain a minimum CGPA of 1.50 each semester.
The maximum allowable period shall be three sessions (6 Semesters).
1. SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE AND AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements: Applicants to any department in the School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology must have a minimum of five ‘O’ Level credits, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry, and at least one relevant science subject. These credits should be obtained in no more than two sittings.
a) Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management
Ph.D (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in Agricultural Economics:
Postgraduate Diploma in Agricultural Economics (Full-Time only) Entry Requirements for PGD:
A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Agricultural Economics and Farm Management from a recognized institution with an overall aggregate of not less than Lower Credit (minimum CGPA of 2.50).
A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and related disciplines, such as Veterinary Medicine, Biology, Botany, and Zoology, with at least a Second Class (Lower Division) or its equivalent for unclassified degrees.
Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
Ph.D (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology:
Postgraduate Diploma in Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology:
Department of Animal Production
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) in the following areas of specialization: i) Animal Nutrition (Monogastric & Ruminant Animal Nutrition) ii) Meat Science/ Animal Products and Development iii) Reproductive Physiology iv) Animal Breeding and Genetics
MTech (Full-time only) in Animal Production.
Entry Requirements for MTech:
A Higher National Diploma (HND) Upper Credit plus PGD at distinction in additional satisfying University Matriculation requirements.
A Bachelor Degree in Animal Production/ Science or related discipline with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division.
d) Department of Crop Production
PhD (Full-time and part-time) in the following areas of specialization:
Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or relevant discipline with a minimum of Second Class Lower from a recognized institution.
Academic Master’s Degree in Crop Production, Plant Science, Agronomy, or relevant Discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 from recognized institution
MTech (Full-time only) in the following areas of specialization:
Agronomy
Crop Production iii) Crop Protection
Postgraduate Diploma in Crop Production (Full-time only)
Entry Requirements for PGD:
A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Agriculture from a recognized Institution with an Overall aggregate of not less than Lower Credit (Minimum CGPA of 2.50).
e) Department of Food Science and Technology
PhD (Full-Time only) in Food Science and Technology
MTech (Full-time only) in Food Science and Technology
Postgraduate Diploma in Food Science and Technology (Full-time only)
‘O’ Level Requirements:
Five O’ Level credits (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) in English Language, Mathematics, Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry, and Physics at not more than two sittings.
MTech Entry Requirement:
PGD (Upper Credit or Distinction) in Food Science and Technology.
First degree (B.Sc/BTech) in Food Science and Technology. Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Agricultural Engineering, and related disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division.
Candidates whose first degree is not Food Science and Technology are required to audit some Postgraduate Diploma Courses in the Department.
PGD Entry Requirements:
Third-class degree in Food Science and Technology or a related field from a recognized University.
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Food Science and Technology from a recognized Polytechnic or College of Technology with a minimum of Lower Credit.
f) Department of Soil Science and Land Management
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) in the following areas of specialization: i) Soil Conservation and Water Management.
Soil Fertility.
Soil Physics. iv) Soil Microbiology. v) Pedology.
MTech (Full-time only) in the Soil Science:
g) Department of Water Resources, Aquaculture and Fisheries Technology
Ph.D (Full-time and Part-time) in the following areas of specialization:
i) Aquaculture/Fish Nutrition ii) Hydrobiology/Limnology iii) Fish Post Harvest Technology iv) Fish Genetics and Breeding v) Fish Biology vi) Fish Ecology vii) Fish Toxicology
MTech (Full-time only) in Fisheries Technology
Postgraduate Diploma in Fisheries Technology (Full-Time only) MTech Entry Requirements:
i) A Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture and Allied Discipline such as Vet, Medicine, Biology, Botany, and Zoology with a minimum of a Second Class (Lower Division) or its equivalent for unclassified Degrees.
PGD Entry Requirements:
i) A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Agriculture from a recognized Institution with an overall aggregate of not less than Lower Credit (Minimum CGPA of 2.50).
SCHOOL OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
‘O’ Level Entry Requirement: Candidates applying to any Department in the School of Electrical Engineering and Technology must have at least five ‘O’ Level Credits including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and any one of the following: Biology/Agricultural Science, Technical Drawing, Geography or Economics or Further Maths in not more than two sittings.
Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) in the following area of Specialization: i) Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Power Systems Option). ii) Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Electric Machines and Industrial Drives Option). iii) Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Electronics Option) MEng (Full-Time only) in the following area of Specialization
i) Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Power Systems Option). ii) Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Electric Machines and Industrial Drives Option). iii) Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Electronics Option)
Department of Computer Engineering D (Full-Time only) in Computer Engineering. MEng (Full-Time only) in Computer Engineering.
Department of Telecommunication Engineering
Ph.D. (Full-Time and Part-Time) in Communication Engineering.
MEng (Full-Time only) in Communication Engineering.
SCHOOL OF INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements: Candidates applying to any Department in the School of Innovation Technology must have at least five ‘O’ Level Credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics and any two social science or science subjects obtained in not more than two sittings.
Department of Entrepreneurship and Business Studies
PhD (Full-Time and Part-Time) in Entrepreneurship.
MTech/MSc in Entrepreneurship and Business Studies with specialization in Entrepreneurship,
Management, Marketing, Accounting, Economics, and Finance with PhD grade. Please note that Candidates with Professional master’s certificates do not qualify for admission into the PhD
MTech Entry Requirement:
Bachelor’s degrees with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division in relevant areas such as Entrepreneurship, Management, Marketing, Accounting, Economics, and Finance.
Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Lower Credit in related fields from any recognized Polytechnic or institution. Such candidates must have a PGD in Business Entrepreneurship or Administration from a recognized institution.
Candidates with at least Second Class Upper Division in areas outside social sciences, but with PGDMT of this University or PGD in Entrepreneurship from another recognized institution may be considered.
Postgraduate Diploma in Management Technology (PGMT) Entry Requirements:
O’level entry requirements: Candidates applying to the Department of Entrepreneurship, School of Innovative Technology must have at least five (5) O’level Credits including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any two (2) Social Science or Science subjects obtained in not more than two (2) sitting.
Department of Project Management Technology
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in Project Management.
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management (Full-time only)
O’Level Entry Requirements:
At least credit passes in five subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, and any other Science or Social Science Subjects at O’ level at not more than two sittings, and at least a pass in Chemistry or Biology PhD Entry Requirements:
A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (such as Project Management, Economics, Operations Research, Statistics, Environmental Science, Science, and Engineering fields) with a minimum score of 60% average, a B grade, or 3.50 on a 5.00 scale. Please note that Candidates with Professional master’s certificates do not qualify for admission into PhD amended
MTech Entry Requirements:
Minimum of second class lower of a good bachelor’s degree from the Federal University Technology, Minna, or any other approved University in areas such as Project Management, Economics, Operations Research, Statistics, Environmental Science, Science and Engineering fields.
PGD Entry Requirements:
i) HND in Transport Management, Management Planning, and Engineering field with a minimum of Lower Credit from reorganized institutions.
i) A candidate with at least a 3rd Class Honours Degree from FUT Minna, or any other approved University in Environmental Science, Science, Social and Management, and Engineering fields.
c) Department of Logistics and Transport Management ‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
Five ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Geography, Economics and one Science
Subject.
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) MTech (Full-time only) in Transport Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Transport Management (Full-time only)
PhD. Entry Requirements:
A Master’s Degree in the field of Transport Management Technology or other related fields such as Geography, Planning, Economics, Transportation Engineering, Logistics Management, and other allied disciplines with a CGPA of 3.5 on a scale of 5.0 or its equivalent from FUTMINNA or any other approved university. Please note that Candidates with a Professional Master’s certificate do not qualify for admission into PhD.
MTech Entry Requirements:
i) Candidate with a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division in Transport Management Technology, Science, Technology, Engineering, Economics, Geography, Urban and Regional Planning, Operations Research, Statistics, and or Management Technology from FUTMINNA or any other recognized University. ii) A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division in other fields or a minimum of HND with Lower Credit in Transport Planning or Transport, plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Transport Management.
PGD Entry Requirements:
i) Minimum of 3rd Class Honours degree from the Federal University Technology, Minna or any other approved University in fields such as Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Building, Engineering, Urban and Regional Planning, and Estate Management. ii) Minimum of Lower Credit in HND from NBTE-approved Institutions.
SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
Department of Architecture
PhD and MTech (Full-time only) in Architecture Specific Entry Requirements:
BTech (Arch) Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division from a 5-year Architecture program.
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
Minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits to include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and any two of the following: Chemistry, Technical Drawing, Economics, Geography, Building Construction, Fine Art, and Surveying.
Department of Building
PhD Building and MTech Building (Full-time only) in the following areas: i) Construction Management ii) Construction Technology iii) Building Services iv) Facility Management
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
Minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits to include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and any one (1) from the following: Economics, Technical Drawing, Building Construction, Surveying, and Fine Art.
PGD (Full-time only) in Building
Candidates should have a B.Tech or BSc.Building (Third Class) in addition to ‘O’ Level requirements. c) Department of Estate Management and Valuation
Postgraduate Diploma in Estate Management and Valuation (Full-Time only)
PGD Entry Requirements:
Candidates with third class honors Degree in Estate Management and Valuation from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or from another University recognized by the Federal University of Technology, Minna.
Candidates with Higher National Diploma (HND) lower credit, in Estate Management and Valuation from a recognized Polytechnic.
Formatted[DR BALA SALIHU]: Indent: Left: 0 mm, First line: 0 mm, No bullets or numbering e) Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics Ph.D (Full-time) in Surveying and Geoinformatics.
MTech (Full-time) only in Surveying and Geoinformatics.
PGD (Full-time) only in Surveying and Geoinformatics.
Ph.D Entry Requirements:
Candidates for Ph.D in Surveying and Geoinformatics must have a Master’s Degree in Surveying or Geoinformatics with a final minimum CGPA of 3.5, in addition to the requirements for MTech program as listed below: MTech Entry Requirements:
B.Tech/B.Sc. (Surveying and Geoinformatics) degree or equivalent of the University or any other approved University with a minimum of second-class honors degree. ii. B.Sc./B.Tech. Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, or Geography with Mathematics plus a postgraduate diploma in Surveying from any approved University.
iii. A Third Class degree in Surveying plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Surveying and Geoinformatics from any recognized University.
iv PGD in Surveying and Geoinformatics with a First Degree in an allied field such as Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Geophysics, Geology, and Civil Engineering are to be considered.
PGD Entry Requirements:
i) B.Tech/B.Sc (Surveying) Degree or its equivalent of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other approved University with a minimum of Third Class. ii) HND from approved Polytechnics or Monotechnics or its equivalent (minimum of Lower Credits). However, such candidates must enroll for and pass prescribed remedial courses in Physics and Mathematics.
‘O’Level Requirements:
Five (5) ‘O’ Level credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and in any two of the following subjects: Additional Mathematics, Chemistry, Technical Drawing, Geography, Elementary Surveying, Economics, and Agricultural Science/Biology.
f) Department of Urban and Regional Planning.
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in the following options: i) Urban Governance and Poverty Study ii) Housing and Urban Renewal iii) Environmental Impact Assessment.
Postgraduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning (Full-Time only) O’ Level Entry Requirements:
A minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics and Geography. The other two subjects must be from the following: Physics, Chemistry, Agricultural Science/ Biology, Technical Drawing, Economics or Government.
Ph.D Entry Requirements:
MTech of the Federal University of Technology or M.Sc. from any recognized University in Urban and Regional Planning or related disciplines such as Estate Management, Architecture, Land Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Building, Environmental Management and Planning and Geography with a research thesis component and overall CGPA of 3.50.
MTech Entry Requirements:
A candidate must have a Bachelor of Tech. or B.Sc. degree not lower than Second Class (Lower) from the Federal University of Technology, Minna or other approved Universities in Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, and Planning.
Holders of Postgraduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning at a minimum of Upper Credit or holders of Postgraduate Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning with lower credit and one-year post qualification experience may be admitted.
PGD Entry Requirements:
First degree (BTech, B. URP or B.Sc.) in Urban and Regional Planning, Geography and Planning, and Environmental Science with at least 3rd Class degree or HND with a minimum of lower Credit in Town planning from a recognized Polytechnic.
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Department of Computer Science
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in Computer Science
Minimum of Five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and any other two Science subjects. Only graduates from ICT-related disciplines are eligible to apply.
SCHOOL OF INFRASTRUCTURE, PROCESS ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements: At least five ‘O’ Level Credits to include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any one of the following: Biology/Agricultural Science, Technical Drawing, Geography or Economics.
Department of Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering
Ph.D. (Full-time and Part-time)) in the following areas of specialization:
Farm Power and Machinery
Agricultural Crop Processing and Storage iii) Soil and Water Engineering
MEng (Full-time only) in the following areas of specialization: i) Farm Power and Machinery.
ii) Agricultural Crop Processing and Storage iii) Soil and Water Engineering
Postgraduate Diploma in Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering (Full-time only)
Ph.D Entry Requirements:
A CGPA of 3.5 or an overall grade of ‘B’ or 60% weighted average at a Master’s Degree program from FUT, Minna, or any recognized Institution.
MEng Entry Requirements:
A minimum of Second Class Lower or PGD with a minimum of Upper Credit from FUT
Minna or any recognized institution for candidates applying for a Master’s Degree Programme.
PGD Entry Requirements:
Candidates applying for this program must have in their first degree, a minimum of Third class and in the case of HND, a minimum of upper credit in Agricultural Engineering or any other equivalent engineering qualifications from the Federal University of Technology, Minna and other recognized Universities and Polytechnics, respectively.
b) Department of Chemical Engineering
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MEng (Full-time only) in Chemical Engineering
Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering (Full-time only) O’ Level Entry Requirements:
All candidates must have a minimum of five (5) credits at G.C.E., ‘O’ level or SSCE or NECO which must include Mathematics, English, Chemistry, Physics, and any other science subject at not more than two sittings.
PhD Entry Requirements:
Candidates for admission to PhD shall be Master’s degree graduates of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or of any other University. Such Master’s degree candidates must have attained an average performance of a “B” Grade or weighted average of 60% or a minimum CGPA of 3.50.
MEng Entry Requirements:
At least a Second-Class lower Degree in Chemical Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized University.
Candidates with a recognized Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) with a minimum of Lower Credit (CGPA of 2.5) in a relevant field with, at least one year of post-qualification experience may be considered after passing a qualifying examination.
PGD Entry Requirements:
i) Higher National Diploma (HND) in Chemical Engineering from a recognized Polytechnic or any recognized institution with at least a lower credit level. ii) Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mining Engineering, Polymer Engineering, and other related field from any recognized institution. iii) Degree or HND in Chemistry iv) B.Sc or B.Eng. with a third class or pass in Chemical Engineering. c) Department of Civil Engineering
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MEng (Full-time only) in the following areas of Specialization:
Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering (Full-time only)
O’ Level Requirements:
A minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits or SSCE equivalent, which must include English Language,
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and any other science subject (e.g. Further Mathematics, Geography, Technical Drawing, Building Technology, Biology, or Agricultural Science) at not more than two sittings.
PhD Entry Requirements:
A CGPA of 3.5 or an overall grade of ‘B’ or 60% weighted average at a Master’s Degree program from FUT Minna or any recognized University.
MEng Entry Requirements:
A minimum of Second Class Lower Degree or PGD with a minimum of Upper Credit from FUT
Minna or any recognized Institution.
PGD Entry Requirements:
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Civil Engineering with at least lower credit. ii. BSc., BEng., or BTech. Degree in Civil Engineering with at least third class (Hons).
iii. Higher National Diploma (HND) in water resources engineering with at least a Lower Credit. iv. BSc or BEng in Water Resources Engineering with at least a third class (Hons) degree.
d) Department of Mechanical Engineering
PhD (Full–time and Part-time) in the following areas of Specialization:
i) Industrial and Production Engineering ii) Materials and Metallurgy Engineering iii) Design and Solid Mechanics Engineering iv) Thermofluids and Power Plant Engineering
MEng (Full-time only) in the following areas of Specialization:
Industrial and Production Engineering ii) Design and Solid Mechanics Engineering iii) Thermofluids and Power Plant Engineering
Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Full-time only)
‘O’ Level Requirements
Minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB which must include English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry with any other Science/Social Science subject PGD Entry Requirements:
Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Lower Credit in Mechanical Engineering.
BEng or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University with a minimum of Third Class.
SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES.
a) Department of Animal Biology
MTech (Full-time only) Zoology and PhD (Full-time) Zoology Options:
i) Entomology and Parasitology ii) Ecology and Environmental Biology iii) Hydrobiology
Admission Requirements for MTech:
A Postgraduate Diploma in Biological Science from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized institution with a minimum of Upper Credit
A Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science/Zoology from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized institution with a minimum of Second Class Lower for entry into M.Tech Programmes.
‘O’ Level Requirements:
Candidates must possess five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, and any other Science subject with at least a pass in Physics
Department of Biochemistry
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in Biochemistry:
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
Minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Department of Plant Biology
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) in Botany MTech (Full-time only) in Botany Options:
i) Botany (Applied Plant Genetics and Breeding) ii) Botany (Mycology)
d) Department of Microbiology
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in the following areas of specialization:
i) Food and Industrial Microbiology ii) Medical Microbiology iii) Environmental Microbiology iv) Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health (Full-time only) Entry Requirements:
Sc, B.Tech Microbiology, Animal Health and Production, Biochemistry, Zoology or related
Discipline
Public Health Nursing officer with a minimum of three (3) years’ work experience.
HND in any equivalent area listed in (a) above
Environmental Health Officer, MBBS and DVM from any recognized University, HND in Community Health, Post-Basic Nursing, Diploma in Tutor of Health Sciences.
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
A minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level subjects at Credits levels which must include English
Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry at not more than two (2) sittings Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology (Full-time only)
Entry Requirements:
a) The minimum entry requirements for the program are:
A Higher National Diploma (HND) Certificate in Biological Sciences (e. g Microbiology, Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology, Biology), Food Science and Technology, Nutrition and Dietetics, etc from a recognized Institution with an Overall aggregate of not less than a Lower Credit
A Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc/ B.Tech) in Biological Science, Fo0od Science, Medical, and Health-related Disciplines such as Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology, Biology, Food Science and Technology,
Nutrition and Dietetics and Pharmacy with a minimum of Second Class Honour (Lower Division)
BSc/ B.Tech Degree with Third Class in Microbiology
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
A minimum of five (5) Credits passes at ‘O’ Level in Mathematics, English, Chemistry, Biology and Physics
Ph.D Entry Requirements:
i) Candidates with a Master’s Degree in Microbiology from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized University are eligible for admission. MTech Entry Requirements:
A first degree with a minimum of a second class lower of the Federal University of
Technology, Minna, or any other recognized University in Microbiology.
Candidates with third-class degree from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized University in Microbiology with three years post qualification experience or a postgraduate diploma (PGD) in Microbiology may be admitted.
Candidates with a minimum of Second Class (lower division) in Biochemistry, Food Science, and related disciplines of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized University may be admitted. Candidates with a Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology with a minimum of Lower Credit (CGPA of 2.50) are equally eligible for admission.
SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Department of Chemistry
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in the following areas of specialization: i) Organic Chemistry ii) Analytical Chemistry iii) Natural Product Chemistry iv) Polymer Science and Technology
O’ Level Entry Requirements:
Minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Department of Geography
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) in the following Options:
MTech (Full-time only) in the following areas of specialization: i) Applied Meteorology ii) Environmental Management iii) Applied Remote Sensing
O’Level Requirements:
Five (5) ‘O’ level credits in English, Mathematics, Geography, Physics, and any other 2 from the following: Chemistry, Biology/Agric. Science and Economics are required in at most 2 sittings. Credit in Physics is not mandatory for Environmental Management applicants.
PhD Entry Requirements:
A Master’s degree from FUT, Minna, or any reputable university in the field of Geography, Environmental Science, or any relevant science program, with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or an overall grade of ‘B’ or 60% weighted average.
MTech Entry Requirements:
A minimum of Second Class Lower or PGD with a minimum of Lower Credit from FUT, Minna, or any recognized institution in a relevant field is required. Holders of Third Class degrees in relevant fields are eligible to apply after 3 years of post-graduation experience.
c) Department of Geology
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in the following areas of specialization:
A minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Biology/Chemistry, and any other Science subject except Agricultural Science. d) Department of Mathematics
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in Applied Mathematics
O’ Level Entry Requirements:
A minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and any other two Science subjects.
Department of Physics
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in the following areas of specialization: i) Applied Geophysics ii) Solid State Physics.
iii) Applied Atmospheric Physics iv) Medical Physics.
v) Applied Nuclear Physics
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
A minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and one other Science subject.
Department of Statistics
PhD (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in Statistics.
Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics (Full-time only) ‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
Five credit passes at ‘O’ Level which must include Mathematics, English, and Physics, and any two subjects from Biology, Economics, and Chemistry are required for admission.
PhD Entry Requirements:
MSc or MTech Degree in Statistics from a recognized University.
MTech Entry Requirements:
BTech or BSc. in Statistics from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other recognized University with at least Second Class (Lower Division).
Bachelor of Technology Degree (BTech) or Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Mathematics, from a recognized institution with a minimum of second class upper.
Graduates with a Postgraduate Diploma in Statistics from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or from any recognized University with a minimum of lower credit might be considered. A qualifying examination may be necessary. PGD Entry Requirements:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Statistics with Third Class from a recognized University
Bachelor of Science Degree in Science and Allied disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Lower from a recognized University.
Higher National Diploma in Statistics with a minimum of lower credit
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
a) Department of Industrial and Technology Education
Ph.D. (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in the following areas of Specialization:
MTech (Full-time only) in the following areas of specialization i) Chemistry Education
Mathematics Education iii) Physics Education
iv) Biology Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Science Education (Full-time only)
‘O’ Level Entry Requirements:
Minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, and three other Science subjects.
d) Department of Library and Information Technology
Ph.D (Full-time and Part-time) and MTech (Full-time only) in Library and Information Technology Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Technology (Full-time only) Ph.D Entry Requirements:
MTech Degree of FUT, Minna, or any other recognized university in Library and Information Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 or 60% weighted Average.
MTech Entry Requirements:
Admission into the Master of Technology Degree in Library and Information Technology is open to graduates of Library and Information Technology/Science of FUT, Minna, and Library and Information Science of other recognized universities. Such graduates must have a minimum of:
Second Class Lower Degree in Library and Information Science or Library and Information Technology. ii. Post Graduate Diploma in Library and Information Science/Technology
PGD Entry Requirements:
The candidates should possess at least a third class in BTech Library and Information Technology from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or Bachelor of Library Science from any other recognized University.
First degree with a minimum of second class lower division in any discipline.
HND with a minimum of lower Lower Credit in any discipline.
CENTRE FOR DISASTER RISK MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT STUDIES.
Professional Master in Disaster Risk Management and Development Studies (Full-time only).
Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Disaster Risk Management and Development Studies
(Full-time only)
Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Climate Change and Mitigation and Adaptation (Fulltime only)
‘O’ Level Requirements
Five ‘O’ Level credit passes including English and Mathematics and any of Geography, Biology and Chemistry plus any other two relevant subjects obtained at not more than two (2) sittings.
Entry Requirements for Professional Masters:
Minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) Bachelor’s Degree in Sciences, Social Sciences, Medicine, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Urban Planning, etc. from recognized Institutions.
Third-class Degree holders who are employees of disaster-related fields with five years cognate experience without PGD may be considered for admission, while other third-class Degree holders will require a Postgraduate Diploma in any of the areas listed above and at least 3 years of working experience in relevant fields.
Entry Requirements Professional PGD:
Minimum of Third Class Bachelor’s Degree in Sciences, Social Sciences, Medicine, Agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Town Planning, etc. from recognized Institutions.
Minimum of Lower Credit pass in Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least 3 years of working experience in relevant fields.
Minimum of HND Lower Credit, B.Sc. Third class (Hon), in any discipline related to the environment from the Federal University of Technology, Minna, or any other Institution recognized by the Federal University of Technology, Minna. Priority will be given to Geography and sub-disciplines emanating from Geography; Agriculture disciplines (Animal Production, Crop Production, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Agricultural Extension,
Food science and Technology etc.), Urban and Regional Planning, Building, Quantity Surveying, Geoinformatics, and Architecture.
CENTRE FOR HUMAN SETTLEMENTS AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Professional Master in Sustainable Urban Development (Full-time only)
Professional Master in Urban Ecology (Full-time only).
Postgraduate Diploma in Local Economic Development (PGD=LED) (Full-time only)
Postgraduate Diploma in Development and Management of Public-Private Partnership Projects (PGD-DMP) (Full-time only)
Entry Requirements for Professional PGD
A Minimum of HND at Lower Credit in any related discipline or First Degree with a minimum of Third Class from Environmental/Social Sciences and Engineering background.
Minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits including English Language, Mathematics plus any other relevant subjects.
‘O’ Level Requirements
A minimum of five (5) ‘O’ Level Credits in English Language, Mathematics, and any other three subjects in either Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Biology/Agricultural Science or Economics at not more than two (2) sittings.
Entry Requirements Professional Masters:
First Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower in any discipline in Environmental Sciences, Science, Social Science, Agriculture, or Engineering; or
A Postgraduate Diploma in any relevant field for holders of Higher National Diploma with a minimum of Lower Credit.
First Degree graduates with a third class and a working experience of over three (3) years are also considered for admission, especially those in the Federal and state Ministry/ Agencies of the Environmental, Lands, Housing, and Urban Development.
Federal University of Technology Minna Postgraduate Form 2024/2025
To apply for the ABU postgraduate program for the 2024/2025 academic session, candidates must meet the specified entry requirements for each program and then obtain the admission form. The cost of the form is N20,000 and is non-refundable. If you are interested in applying, you can find instructions on how to register for admission below.
How to Apply for FUTMINNA Postgraduate Admission Form 2024/2025:
All applications for postgraduate programs must be submitted exclusively through the University website at futminna.edu.ng.
The application forms will be available starting from January 23, 2024.
All information requested on the online application form must be accurately completed, including current and active email addresses and phone numbers.
Completed application forms must be submitted via the University portal no later than the 30th of April, 2024. All instructions on the completion of the form must be meticulously adhered to; failure to comply may lead to disqualification.
Completed application forms must be printed out, as they will be required during registration upon successful admission.
All MTech/MEng and PhD candidates are required to submit official transcripts of their previous degrees. Official transcripts may also be submitted via email to [email protected]. Additionally, PhD candidates must upload their research proposals aligned with their interests along with their applications before their admission can be processed.
It is the responsibility of every candidate to ensure that the online referee reports are accurately completed and submitted by their referees before the closing date. A minimum of two (2) referees must be submitted online. Additionally, referees have the option to download their reports and send hard copies to the address provided above.
Please ensure that all certificates are uploaded in their original form and color.
All successful applicants who receive provisional admission are required to remit a non-refundable acceptance fee of N20,000. Subsequently, they must complete the following registration procedures: the authentication of original credentials at the Postgraduate School, submission of school fees, and enrollment at Departments/Centers. These obligations must be fulfilled within a predetermined timeframe, as failure to do so will result in the forfeiture of the admission offer.
If you have any questions about the FUTMINNA postgraduate form for 2024, its requirements, or the application process, please feel free to ask us. You can use the comment box below this page to submit your questions, and we will respond to them as soon as possible.
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