Nile University Postgraduate Admission Form 2025/2026

Nile University of Nigeria has opened applications for its 2025/2026 postgraduate programmes. From diplomas to PhDs, there’s something for working professionals, fresh graduates and researchers alike.

Available Programmes

The university offers postgraduate degrees across different fields. Below is a breakdown of the options.

Master’s Degree Programmes

1-Year

• LL.M. Law
• MFE Financial Economics
• MPhil (Economics, Management, Political Science, Peace Studies, International Relations)

1.5-Year

• M.Eng. (Civil, Computer, Electrical & Electronics, Petroleum and Gas)
• M.Sc. (Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Oil & Gas Engineering)
• MPH Public Health

2-Year

• M.Sc. (Accounting, Auditing, Economics, Finance, International Relations, Management, Mass Communication, Political Science, Peace Studies)
• MAF Accounting and Finance
• MBA (including Executive option)
• MIR International Relations

Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

1-Year PGD

• Accounting, Biology, Computer Science, Economics, IT, Management
• PGD in Law, Mass Communication, Peace Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Software Engineering

1.5-Year PGD

• PGD in Civil, Computer, Electrical & Electronics, Petroleum and Gas Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – 3 Years

Offered in:

• Law, Accounting, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering (various), Management, Political Science, Peace Studies, International Relations, Petroleum and Gas

See the full list at the Nile University postgraduate courses page.

Entry Requirements

For All Applicants

• Five O’Level credits (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB or GCE), including English and Maths, in not more than two sittings
• NYSC discharge or exemption letter
• Three referee reports
• Academic transcripts sent directly from your former school

For PGD

• Bachelor’s degree or HND with upper credit
• Lower credit holders may apply but must pass a university-set test

Duration: 12 to 24 months

To graduate:

• Earn 36–40 credit units
• Score at least 50% overall
• Grading:
  • Distinction: 70%+
  • Credit: 60–69.9%
  • Pass: 50–59.9%
  • Fail: Below 50%

For Master’s

• Bachelor’s degree with at least a second-class lower division
• Executive MBA applicants must show proof of work experience and may apply with HND plus professional certificates like ICAN, ACCA, etc.

Duration:

• M.Sc., M.Eng., MA: At least 18 months
• MBA, MAF: At least 24 months
• Extensions allowed for up to 12 extra months if needed

How to Apply

All qualified applicants, regardless of background, can apply.

• Start the process at the Nile University application portal

Be sure to fill in real details and upload valid documents.

Questions?

Call 08066027981 for help or guidance.