Are you aspiring to further your education and pursue a Higher National Diploma (HND) at Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin? The institution has officially announced the commencement of admissions for the 2023/2024 Academic Session, inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for both full-time and part-time programs. Below are the available programs and entry requirements for prospective students.
Full-Time HND Programs (Two Sessions)
1. Institute of Applied Sciences (IAS)
- Statistics
- Science Laboratory Technology (options in Chemistry, Microbiology, Physics with Electronics, and Biochemistry)
- Hospitality Management
2. Institute of Environmental Studies (IES)
- Architectural Technology
- Building Technology
- Estate Management and Valuation
- Quantity Surveying
- Urban & Regional Planning
- Surveying and Geoinformatics
3. Institute of Finance & Management Studies (IFMS)
- Accountancy
- Banking & Finance
- Business Administration and Management
- Marketing
- Public Administration
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management
4. Institute of Information & Communication Technology (IICT)
- Computer Science
- Office Technology & Management
- Mass Communication
5. Institute of Technology (IOT)
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology (options in Farm Power & Machinery Engineering, Post-Harvest Technology, Soil and Water Engineering)
- Civil Engineering Technology (option in Structural Engineering)
- Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology (options in Power and Machine, Electronics and Telecommunication)
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (options in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Power and Plant Engineering Technology)
- Mining Engineering Technology
- Metallurgical Engineering Technology
Prospective candidates should indicate their areas of interest (i.e., options) during the application process.
Part-Time HND Programs (Two Sessions)
1. Institute of Applied Sciences (IAS)
- Statistics
- Science Laboratory Technology (options in Chemistry, Microbiology, Physics with Electronics, and Biochemistry)
- Hospitality Management
2. Institute of Environmental Studies (IES)
- Estate Management and Valuation
- Architectural Technology
- Urban & Regional Planning
- Building Technology
- Quantity Surveying
- Surveying and Geo-informatics
3. Institute of Finance & Management Studies (IFMS)
- Accountancy
- Banking & Finance
- Business Administration and Management
- Marketing
- Public Administration
- Purchasing & Supply
4. Institute of Information & Communication Technology (IICT)
- Computer Science
- Office Technology & Management
- Mass Communication
5. Institute of Technology (IOT)
- Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Mining Engineering Technology
- Metallurgical Engineering Technology
Entry Requirements for HND Programs
Prospective applicants for HND programs must possess the following qualifications:
- National Diploma (ND) with a minimum of Lower Credit in the relevant field and five relevant O/L credit passes at WASC, GCE, NECO, and NABTEB at not more than two sittings. These credit passes must include English Language and Mathematics.
- Evidence of one year post-National Diploma (ND) cognate experience (industrial training).
- Applicants with a Pass Grade in the National Diploma (ND) will be required to have at least two years of post-National Diploma industrial experience..
Part-Time ND Programs
Prospective candidates for Part-Time National Diploma (ND) programs should have a minimum of five O/L Credits in relevant subjects at SSCE, GCE, NECO, and NABTEB at not more than two sittings.
Important Information
- HND Full-Time applicants must fill in the JAMB registration numbers used for their ND programs. Only applicants with JAMB registration numbers will be considered for admission.
- Candidates will not be admitted into HND programs different from those they had in their ND programs.
As you embark on your educational journey, ensure to carefully review the specific requirements for your chosen program and submit a complete application. Best of luck in your pursuit of higher education at Kwara State Polytechnic