Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? The Federal University of Technology, Akure, invites qualified candidates to apply for admission into its diverse range of postgraduate programs for the 2023/2024 academic session. Whether you are aspiring to earn a Ph.D., M.Phil., Master of Agricultural Technology, Master of Engineering, Master of Technology, or a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), FUTA offers a pathway for you to achieve your academic and professional goals.
Available Programs:
1. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) 2. Master of Philosophy (M. Phil.), Master of Agricultural Technology (M. Agric. Tech.), Master of Engineering (M. Eng.), and Master of Technology (M. Tech.) 3. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
Admission Requirements:
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
- A first degree, not lower than Third Class, in the relevant discipline.
- Higher National Diploma (HND) of at least Lower Credit level or its equivalent in the relevant or related discipline.
- Professional qualifications acceptable in the University, such as ACA, AIB, ACCA, ACIS, or equivalent for the Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science only.
Master of Agric. Technology/Master of Engineering/Master of Technology (M. Agric. Tech./M. Eng./M. Tech.)
- A good Bachelors degree of at least Second Class Lower Division from FUTA or other recognized Universities in the appropriate discipline.
- Higher Diploma of at least Lower Credit level, and in addition, the candidate must have a Postgraduate Diploma (at Upper Credit level) in the appropriate discipline.
Master of Philosophy (M. Phil.)
- For M.Phil. in the advertised discipline, a good M. Tech. degree or equivalent is required.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D)
- A good Masters degree in the appropriate discipline with a CGPA of 3.50 and/or 60% minimum average score.
- Any other qualification approved by the Senate.
Duration of Programs:
Postgraduate Diploma Programmes (PGD)
- Full-Time: 18-24 months
- Part-Time: 18-36 months
Masters Programmes (M.Agric.Tech./M.Eng./M.Tech./ Professional Students)
- Full-Time: 18-24 months
M. Phil. Programme
- 18-24 months
- Transfer to Ph.D. program possible after completing coursework and meeting other approved requirements.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Programme
- Full-Time: 36-48 months
- Part-Time: 48-60 months
Application Process:
- Candidates should apply online on the University’s website http://futa.edu.ng using the REMITA method with payment made to the School of Postgraduate Studies account.
- Application forms are priced at N20,000.00 (Ph.D), N20,000.00 (Masters), and N20,000.00 (PGD) only.
- Ph.D candidates should email their Research Proposals to spgsadmissions@futa.edu.ng using the format: surname_school/dept.doc (e.g., Ojo_sos/che.researchproposal)
- Non–FUTA graduates should print out the Transcript Label attached to the Application Form and request their institutions to forward their official academic transcripts.
Conclusion:
Don’t miss the chance to elevate your academic and professional pursuits. Apply now and become a part of the dynamic learning community at the Federal University of Technology, Akure. Explore new horizons and unlock a world of possibilities!
