AKSU Postgraduate Admission Form 2025/2026 Now Open

Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) has officially opened the gate for postgraduate admissions into the 2025/2026 academic session. For many, this is more than paperwork, it is the key to stepping higher in their studies and research.

Applications are now being received for a wide range of postgraduate courses. Whether in sciences, education, management, or arts, AKSU has placed something on the table for every qualified candidate.

AKSU Postgraduate Courses

The university has rolled out programmes at Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Masters (M.Sc, MBA, M.Eng) and Doctorate (Ph.D) levels.

1. Agricultural Economics: PGD, M.Sc
2. Agricultural Extension: PGD, M.Sc
3. Agricultural Extension and Rural Development: PGD, M.Sc
4. Animal Science: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
5. Crop Science: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
6. Soil Science: PGD, M.Sc
7. Philosophy: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
8. Religious and Cultural Studies: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
9. Performing Arts: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
10. Library and Information Science: PGD
11. Education: PGD
12. Educational Research, Measurement And Evaluation: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
13. Biology Education: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
14. Chemistry Education: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
15. Integrated Science: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
16. Mathematics Education: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
17. Physics Education: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
18. Electrical and Electronics Engineering: PGD, M.Eng
19. Chemical/Petrochemical Engineering: PGD, M.Eng
20. Chemical Engineering: PGD, M.Eng
21. Geology: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
22. Mathematics: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
23. Physics: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
24. Statistics: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
25. Chemistry: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
26. Computer Science: PGD, M.Sc
27. Botany: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
28. Zoology: PGD, M.Sc
29. Microbiology: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
30. Marine Biology: M.Sc
31. Business Administration: PGD, M.Sc, MBA
32. Accounting: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
33. Public Administration: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
34. Marketing: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
35. Mass Communication: PGD, M.Sc, Ph.D
36. Political Science: PGD

Each programme has different levels available, from PGD up to Ph.D, depending on the department.

How to Apply for AKSU Postgraduate Admission

Applicants are required to complete their application online. Below are the steps:

• Visit the AKSU Postgraduate Portal
• Click “Start Now” then select ENROL and choose Postgraduate
• Enter your phone number, followed by the last six digits on the next page
• Fill in personal details such as name and date of birth
• Pay an application fee of ₦20,000 (excluding bank charges) using a debit card

After Payment

• Complete the online form and print it out
• Scan and upload documents including:
  • SSCE or equivalent
  • Degree/HND/OND certificates
  • NYSC certificate
  • Birth certificate
  • Certificate of origin
• Submit the form online, then print your Registration Confirmation Slip

Submission of Documents

Applicants must send the printed form and copies of credentials to:

The Secretary,
School of Postgraduate Studies,
Akwa Ibom State University,
PMB 1167, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

For those applying for higher degrees, a thesis or dissertation proposal is also required.

Deadline for AKSU Postgraduate Admission

All applications must be completed and submitted on or before 30th September, 2025. More details are available on the AKSU postgraduate admission page.

Final Word

The process may seem long, but each step is part of securing a place. From uploading certificates to printing slips, it all adds up to the bigger picture. Candidates are advised to double-check every detail before hitting submit, because mistakes can cost an entire session.

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