UNIABUJA Open & Distance Learning Admission Form 2026/2027

By Olusegun Fapohunda Updated on Jun 20, 2025

UNIABUJA is now accepting applications for its 2026/2027 Open and Distance Learning (ODL) degree programmes. Courses span Arts, Education, Social and Management Sciences. If you want to study while working, this is worth checking out.

UNIABUJA ODL Degree Admission Form 2026/2027 Now Available

The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) has opened its portal for students looking to apply for part-time undergraduate degrees through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) for the 2026/2027 academic year. If you’re working or just prefer learning remotely, these flexible online courses might be a good fit.

Programmes are offered through the Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education (CDL&CE), across four faculties.

List of Available Courses

Faculty of Arts

English Language
English Literature
Linguistics
Arabic
History and Diplomatic Studies
Christian Religious Studies
Islamic Studies
Philosophy

Faculty of Education

Educational Administration
Social Studies
Integrated Science
Guidance and Counselling
Education English
Education Economics
Education Geography
Christian Religion Studies
Islamic Religion Studies
Arabic Studies

Faculty of Management Sciences

Accounting
Business Administration
Public Administration

Economics
Geography and Environmental Management
Political Science
Sociology
Geography Atmospheric Sciences

Who Can Apply

To qualify, you must meet one of these:

O’Level option: At least five credits including English and Maths in no more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB etc.)
A-Level option: Two A-Level passes and five relevant O’Level credits
Direct Entry (DE):
- Four O’Level credits including English and Maths
- Two A-Level passes, or
- Upper Credit Diploma or NCE with 10 points minimum
- IJMB with at least 10 points also accepted

How Long It Runs

Courses last between four to five years, depending on your entry route. Learning is done mainly online, using e-materials, videos, and other digital tools.

How to Apply

Step-by-step:

Start with JAMB
- Register through the JAMB e-platform
- You must appear on the university’s CAPS dashboard
Then apply through UNIABUJA portal
- Visit cdlce.uniabuja.edu.ng
- Click CLICK HERE TO APPLY to see requirements
- Choose your mode: ODL (online)
- Fill in your details: name, email, phone
- Generate Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR)
- Pay ₦20,000 (excluding bank charges) via Remita
- Once payment goes through, your application number will be created
- Log in again with that number and your surname as the password to complete the form

Application Fee

₦20,000 only via the Remita platform
Must be paid fully at once

Closing Date

Application closes on Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Final Notes

Use a working email and phone number. All updates will come through those
Keep checking your inbox and text messages
Still have questions? Call: 0806 228 2734 or 0903 683 6734 (Weekdays, 8am to 4pm)

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