Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM), is accepting applications for 2026/2027 security and forensic studies certificate programmes offered by its Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) in collaboration with Security and Forensic Studies Nigeria, Abuja.
Application forms have been available since 5 November 2026. The university offers four part-time certificate and professional training routes, each running for two semesters, equivalent to six months. The application form costs ₦10,000 for each course.
Security and forensic studies certificate courses
Proficiency Certificate Course (PCC)
This programme provides training in Security Forensic Studies.
Entry requirements: At least four credit passes from SSCE, WAEC, Trade Test or NABTEB. Serving military and paramilitary officers who meet the requirements may apply.
Duration: Two semesters (six months) on a part-time basis. Application form: ₦10,000 through the CCE.
Basic Certificate Course (BCC)
The BCC is offered in Basic Intelligence and Detective Studies.
Entry requirements: An Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE). An HND or bachelor's degree is an added advantage. Qualified serving military and paramilitary officers are eligible.
Duration: Two semesters (six months) on a part-time basis. Application form: ₦10,000 through the CCE.
Advanced Professional Course in Security and Forensic Studies
Applicants can choose from the following options:
- Medical Forensic Studies
- Investigation/Intelligence Forensic Studies
- Accounting/Auditing Forensic Studies
- Cyber Security and Forensic Studies
- Legal/Litigation Forensic Studies
Entry requirements: Registered Nurse (RN), OND or NCE qualifications. An HND, bachelor's degree or fellowship of another professional body is an added advantage. Serving military and paramilitary officers with the required qualifications may apply.
Duration: Two semesters (six months) on a part-time basis. Application form: ₦10,000 through the CCE.
Executive Managerial Course on Peace/Reconciliation and Security Studies
This course focuses on peace, reconciliation and security studies from a managerial perspective.
Entry requirements: OND, NCE, HND, bachelor's degree, Advanced Professional Course or an equivalent qualification from another professional body. Security management experts may also apply.
Duration: Two semesters (six months) on a part-time basis. Application form: ₦10,000 through the CCE.
Where to obtain the admission forms
Interested candidates should obtain and process their ₦10,000 application forms at the Centre for Continuing Education, MOAUM. Forms have been available from 5 November 2026.
For further information, candidates can visit the Centre for Continuing Education or call 08066711643, 08118242036, 08027406102 or 07037897904.
The university is also offering part-time degree programmes for 2026/2027 through the CCE. Those programmes have separate entry requirements and application arrangements.
