The Benue State University, Makurdi, has officially invited applications from qualified candidates for admission into its Postgraduate programs leading to the award of Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters, and Doctor of Philosophy Degrees for the 2025/2026 academic session. In this blog post, we will provide a detailed overview of the available programs, admission requirements, and specific details for each department.
Faculty of Arts:
a. Department of Languages and Linguistics
- M.A. Linguistics (Full time)
- M.A. French (Full time)
- PhD. Linguistics (Full time)
- PhD. French (Full time)
b. Department of English
- M.A. Literature in English (Full time)
- PhD. Literature in English (Full time)
c. Department of History
- M.A. History (Various specializations – Full time)
- PhD History (Various specializations – Full time)
d. Department of Theatre Arts
- M.A. Theatre Arts (Various specializations – Full time)
- PhD. Theatre Arts (Full time)
e. Department of Religion and Cultural Studies
- M.A. Religious Studies (Various specializations – Full time)
- PhD Religious Studies (Various specializations – Full time)
f. Department of Philosophy
- M.A. Philosophy (Various specializations – Full time)
Faculty of Education:
a. Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education
- M.Ed Curriculum and Instruction (Full time)
- PhD Curriculum and Instruction (Full time)
b. Department of Science and Mathematics Education
- M.Sc. (Ed) Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics (Full time)
- M.Ed Measurement and Evaluation, Mathematics Education, Science Education (Full time)
- PhD Measurement and Evaluation, Mathematics Education, Science Education (Full time)
c. Department of Educational Foundations
- M.Ed Educational Management, Educational Psychology, Guidance and Counselling (Full time/Part-time)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) (Full time)
- PhD Educational Management, Marriage and Family Counselling, Personal-Social Counselling, School Counselling (Full time/Part-time)
d. Department of Library and Information Science
- Master in Library and Information Science (MLIS) (Full time)
e. Department of Vocational and Technical Education
- M.Sc (Ed) Technology Education (Construction, Electrical/Electronics, Mechanical) (Full time)
- PhD Industrial Technology Education (Full time)
f. Department of Human Kinetics and Physical and Health Education
- M.Sc (Ed) Physical and Health Education, Exercise and Sport Science, Sports Management (Full time)
- PhD Public Health Education (Full time)
Faculty of Environmental Sciences:
a. Department of Geography
- M.Sc Environmental Management, Geography (Various specializations – Full time)
- PhD Geography (Full time)
b. Department of Urban and Regional Planning
- Master of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) (Full time)
- M.Sc Environmental Planning and Management, Housing, Regional Planning, Social Services Planning, Transportation Planning, Urban Design, Urban Management (Full time)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Planning Studies (PDPS) (Full time)
- PhD Urban & Regional Planning (Full time)
Faculty of Law:
- Master of Laws (LL.M) (Full time)
- PhD in Laws (Full time)
Faculty of Management Sciences:
a. Department of Accounting
- M.Sc Accounting and Finance, Master in Public Sector Accounting (Full time)
- PhD Accounting and Finance (Full time)
b. Department of Business Management
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) with specializations (Full time)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) (Full time)
- Sc./PhD (Management/Marketing) (Full time)
- PhD Management, Marketing (Full time)
Faculty of Social Sciences:
a. Department of Economics
- M.Sc Economics with specializations (Full time)
- PhD Economics with specializations (Full time)
b. Department of Political Science
- Master of Public Administration (MPA), M.Sc Public Administration, International Relations and Strategic Studies, Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution (Full time)
- PhD Political Science (Full time)
c. Department of Psychology
- M.Sc Clinical Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Master of Health Management (MHM) (Full time)
- PhD Psychology with specializations (Full time)
d. Department of Mass Communication
- Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication (PGDMC) (Full time)
- M.Sc Mass Communication with specializations (Full time)
- PhD Mass Communication with specializations (Full time)
e. Department of Sociology
- M.Sc Sociology with specializations (Full time)
- PhD Sociology (Full time)
Faculty of Science:
a. Department of Biology
- M.Sc Pure and Applied Parasitology, Entomology, Hydrobiology and Fisheries, Plant Pathology, Cytogenetic and Plant Breeding, Systematic and Taxonomy (Full time)
- PhD Pure and Applied Parasitology, Entomology, Hydrobiology and Fisheries, Plant Pathology, Cytogenetic and Plant Breeding, Systematic and Taxonomy (Full time)
b. Department of Chemistry
- M.Sc Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Environmental Toxicology, Pollution and Control, Industrial Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry (Full time)
- PhD Environmental Toxicology, Pollution and Control, Industrial Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Analytical/Environmental Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry/Natural Products Chemistry, Physical Chemistry (Full time)
c. Department of Physics
- M.Sc Radiation Physics, Medical Physics, Electronics and Communications Physics, Theoretical Physics, Atmospheric and Environmental Physics (Full time)
- PhD Physics with specializations (Full time)
d. Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
- M.Sc Mathematics, Computer Science (Full time)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (PGDCS) (Full time)
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences (College of Health Sciences):
a. Department of Physiology
- M.Sc Human Physiology (Full time)
- PhD Human Physiology (Full time)
b. Department of Anatomy
- M.Sc Human Anatomy (Full time)
- PhD Human Anatomy (Full time)
Faculty of Clinical Sciences (College of Health Sciences):
a. Department of Epidemiology and Community Health
- Masters of Public Health (MPH), Masters of Reproductive Health (MRH) (Full time)
Center for Gender Studies:
- Masters in Gender Studies (MGS) with various specializations (Full time)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Gender Studies (PGDGS) (Full time)
Admission Requirements:
- O’Level requirements for a First Degree at Benue State University.
- Credit in English and Mathematics for all courses.
- Specific subject requirements for certain programs (e.g., Biology for Psychology).
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division (CGPA of 2.50) for Master’s programs.
- First Class or Second Class in specific disciplines for certain Master’s programs.
- Relevant Master’s degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.50 or ‘B’ grade for PhD programs.
- Additional requirements for specific programs (e.g., research proposal for PhD Law, proficiency in New Testament Greek for PhD in New Testament Studies).
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FAQs:
Is the BSU Postgraduate Admission Form for 2025/2026 Out?
Yes, BSU has announced the sale of postgraduate admission forms for the 2025/2026 academic session. Prospective applicants can access the application portal via the university’s official website: https://www.bsum.edu.ng.
How Do I Apply for BSU Postgraduate Admission?
To apply:
Visit the BSU application portal at https://portal.bsum.edu.ng/postGraduate.jsp.
Complete the pre-registration form to obtain an Application Number.
Print the pre-registration form and proceed to a designated bank (e.g., Fidelity Bank) to pay a non-refundable application fee of ₦10,000 using the generated Application Number.
Return to the portal to complete the application form, upload required documents (e.g., academic credentials), and submit online.
Ensure that three referees complete the online reference forms. mediangr.com.ng
What Are the Entry Requirements for BSU Postgraduate Programmes?
While specific requirements may vary by programme, general entry requirements include:
A minimum of five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
A Bachelor’s degree with at least a Second Class Lower Division from a recognized university.
For Ph.D. programmes, a Master’s degree with a minimum CGPA as specified by the department.
Applicants should consult the specific departmental requirements on the BSU website or contact the Academic Office for detailed information.
What Is the Application Deadline?
The university has not specified a closing date for the 2025/2026 postgraduate applications. However, applicants are advised to complete and submit their applications promptly to avoid missing out, as deadlines may be announced later.
How Can I Check My Admission Status?
After submitting your application, monitor the BSU website and your email for updates. Once the admission list is released, it will be published on the university’s portal: https://www.bsum.edu.ng. Additionally, you can log in to your application portal to check your admission status.
Conclusion
The Benue State University offers a diverse range of Postgraduate programs across various disciplines. Prospective candidates are encouraged to carefully review the admission requirements and specific details provided by each department. Applications should be submitted in accordance with the outlined procedures for a chance to pursue advanced studies in the 2025/2026 academic session.
