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ADMISSION INTO GRADUATE PROGRAMME 2011/2012    

Posted Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into Graduate programmes in the 2011/2012 academic year leading to the award of Postgraduate Diploma, Masters, MPhil and Doctor of Philosophy Degrees of the University of Calabar.

A.    GENERAL REGULATIONS
Courses may be offered full-time or part-time.  All programmes begin with coursework and end with a project for Graduate Diploma or thesis for Masters and Ph.D degrees.  For full-time studies in most programmes, the postgraduate diploma lasts for one calendar year, the Masters degrees last for 2 years and the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) programmes extend over a minimum of 3 years.  Part-time programmes take a much longer time.  Candidates with Masters degree from recognized universities may credit the relevant courses towards the Ph.D programme, provided the quality of the grade is acceptable to the Graduate School.  Candidates are required to have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 5-point scale and 2.75 on 4-point scale for Masters programmes and 4.00 on a 5-point scale and 3.00 on a 4-point scale for Ph.D programmes.

B.    SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR MPhil/Ph.D CANDIDATES
The MPhil/Ph.D option is available for all programmes. Candidates may be admitted into the MPhil/PhD programme in exceptional circumstances where the CGPA in the Masters degree is lower than the minimum required B (60%) average or 4.00 on a 5-point scale. The MPhil/Ph.D option will also be available to candidates interested in pursuing PhD programmes in fields different from but relevant to that in which they obtained their Masters degree.  A terminal MPhil degree will be awarded if the candidate fails to make the minimum required to transit to the Ph.D programme.

C.    MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested candidates are to first log on to our website http://www.unicalonline.edu.ng to access the prospectus for the complete description of available courses.

Thereafter, candidates are required to pay a non-refundable form application fee of N10,000 by E-tranzact at any branch of the underlisted banks nationwide.  A printout will be issued at the bank with a Confirmation Order number.  Candidates would then enter their Confirmation Order number and their email or mobile phone numbers on the website to access the form.  Follow the steps by providing your data as prompted and ensure that your form is submitted.  YOU ARE TO PRINT OUT A COPY OF YOUR FORM BY CLICKING ON PRINT button after submission.  Please bring a copy of the printed form and photocopies of your credentials to the screening.


The banks include: Enterprise Bank (former Spring Bank), First Bank Plc, UBA Plc, Sterling Bank Plc, Syke Bank, Zenith Bank, First City Monument Bank, Ecobank Plc.


D.    CONCEPT NOTE
As part of the admission requirements, candidates for Masters, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D degrees are expected to submit a CONCEPT NOTE outlining the candidate’s research proposal or statement of research interest. This should not be longer than one and a half pages for Masters and three pages for Doctoral candidates.  Candidates for all PGD programmes as well as MBA, MPAS and MPA degrees are excluded from submission of concept note.  

E.    TRANSCRIPTS
Candidates are to ensure that their academic transcripts are forwarded by their previous institutions to the Secretary, Graduate School, University of Calabar, P.M.B. 1115, Calabar, Cross River State, on or before deadline indicated below.


F.    ADMISSION SCREENING EXERCISE
All candidates are also expected to take part in the Admission screening exercise which will take place on Saturday, December 10, 2011 as follows:  Part A – Written (Use of English Language and General Knowledge); Part B – Oral interview in the respective Departments (based on subject area).


G.    DEADLINE
The website for admission application will shut down on Saturday, December 3, 2011.
H.    AVAILABLE GRADUATE PROGRAMMES


FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Programmes leading to M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D are available in the following departments:


DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS AND EXTENSION

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension offers courses that lead to the award of postgraduate diploma (PGD), M. Sc MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D as follows:

1. Agricultural Economics

A. Post Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Economics
B. M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D Programmes
(i)     Agricultural Development and Policy
(ii) Farm Management and Production Economics
(iii) Agricultural Marketing and Cooperatives
(iv) Agricultural Finance
(v) Resource and Environmental Economics
(vi) Agribusiness Management

2. Agricultural Extension and Rural Development

A. Post Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
B. M.Sc MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D Programmes
(i) Agricultural Extension Education
(ii) Agricultural Communication and Information Technology
(iii) Extension Administration and Management
(iv) Rural/Community Development
(v) Rural Sociology
(vi) Environmental Extension Management

Entry Requirement:
(a) Postgraduate Diploma:
(i)     Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (at least a third class) in Agriculture and related disciplines.
ii)     Higher National Diploma (HND) (Lower Credit) in Agriculture and related disciplines.

(b) M.Sc in Agricultural Economics:
(i)     Candidates must hold a first degree in Agricultural Economics or related discipline from the University of Calabar or any other university  recognized by the Senate, with a minimum CGPA of 2.75/4 or 3.0 over 5.

(c) M.Sc in Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology:
(i) Candidates must hold a first degree in either Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Economics or Agricultural Education from the University of Calabar or any other university recognized by the Senate, with a minimum CGPA of 2.75/4 or 3.0 over 5.

(d) Ph.D in Agricultural Economics
(i)     Candidates for the Ph.D in Agricultural Economics in any of the fields of specialization must hold an M.Sc in Agricultural Economics with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 over 4 or 4.0 over 5. Candidates who have CGPA’s a little lower than these will be considered for an M.Phil Ph.D.

(e) Ph.D in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development candidates applying for a Ph.D in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development must be holders of M.Sc in Agricultural Extension with a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4 or 4.0/5.0. Candidates with slightly lower CGPA’s will be considered for the MPhil Ph.D.

DEPARTMENT OF CROP SCIENCE
The Department of Crop Science offers courses leading to the award of Post Graduate degrees as follows:

1.    Post Graduate Diploma
a).    Post Graduate Diploma in Crop Production
b).    Post Graduate Diploma in Crop Protection.


2.    Master of Science Degree Programme
a).    M.Sc. Crop Production
b).    M.Sc. Crop Protection
c).    M.Sc. Plant breeding and Genetics

3.    Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Programmes
a).    Ph.D in Crop Production
b).    Ph.D in crop Protection with options in Entomology, Plant Pathology and nematology
c).    Ph.D in Plant breeding and genetics.

Entry Requirements
a).    Postgraduate Diploma
i.    Graduate who possess at least a pass degree in any field of Agriculture or related science courses such as Zoology, botany. Microbiology, genetics and plant breeding.
ii.    Applicants who hold Higher national Diploma (Lower credit) in any field of Agriculture or related field of science.

b)    M.Sc. Programme
i.    Students for the M.SC. programme must have a good first degree in Agriculture or related science course. A minimum of second class lower degree with CGPA of 3.00 is required on a point scale or 2.75 on a 4 point scale.
ii.    Graduate with less than 2.75 or 3.00 but with a Post Graduate diploma in crop Production or crop Protection with an average score of 60% or 3.00 cumulative averages.

c)    Ph.D programme
    Students for Ph.D programme must have a good Master of Science Degree (M.SC.) in agriculture or related discipline.

DEPT OF SOIL SCIENCE
The following programmes leading to the award of M.Sc and Ph.D in Soil Science exist:
1)    Pedology
2)    Soil Chemistry
3)    Soil Fertility
4)    Soil Microbiology
5)    Soil Physics and Soil and Water Management

DEPT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
Available degrees include:

1.    Postgraduate Diploma:
a.    PGD in Animal Breeding and Genetics
b.    PGD in Animal Nutrition and Biochemistry
c.    PGD in Animal Physiology and Health
d.    PGD in Animal Production and Management


    Entry Requirement
a.    An undergraduate degree with an acceptable CGPA in a related or registrable (NIAS) field of study in Animal Science and related field of study from any University recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar.
b.    Applicants who hold HND (Lower Credit) in any field of Agriculture or related field of science.


2.    Master of Science (M.Sc)
a.    M.Sc in Agricultural Biochemistry and Nutrition
b.    M.Sc in Animal Breeding and Genetics
c.    Animal Production and Management (with sub-specialization in Cattle – beef or dairy production, poultry production, micro-livestock production, small ruminant production).

Entry Requirement

Students for the M.Sc programme must have a good first degree with an acceptable second class (Hons) grade point in Agriculture, Agriculture Education Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or any other related or registrable (NIAS) discipline from any University recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar.


3.    Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
a.    Ph.D in Agricultural Biochemistry and Animal Nutrition
b.    Ph.D in Animal Production and Management – with sub-specialization in cattle (beef or diary) production, poultry production, micro-livestock production, small ruminant production.
d.    Ph.D in Animal Physiology

    Entry Requirement
    Students for Ph.D programme must have a good Master of Science degree (M.Sc) in Agriculture or related discipline.


DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND WILDLIFE RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

The department of Agricultural Economics and Extension offers courses leading to the award of PGD and Masters degree as follows:

(A)    Postgraduate Diploma programme with specialization in the following:
(a)    PGD in Forest Resources Management
(b)    PGD in Wildlife Resources Management

Entry Requirements:
B.Sc degree of the University of Calabar or any other institution recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar in relevant areas with not less than pass level
HND with not less than lower credit in Agriculture, Forestry, Wildlife, Environmental Science, Botany, Zoology or related field of study from institutions recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar.

(B)    Master of Science degree programme with specialization in the following:
(a)    Silviclture and Forest Biology
(b)    Forest biometrics
(c)    Forest Management and Economics
(d)    Forest Management and Biology
(e)    Environmental Forestry
(f)    Forest Protection (Pathology/Entomology)
(g)    Wildlife Nutrition and Domestication
(h)    Wildlife Range Management
(i)    Wildlife Management and Ecology
(j)    Wildlife Pathology
(k)    Wildlife Management and Ecotourism

Entry Requirements
Graduates of UNICAL or other recognized universities, with CGPA of not less than 3.0/5 or 2.75/4.
Candidates with bachelors degree in third class honours from recognized and an upper credit (60% average) at the PGD in a relevant field or candidates with HND at the Upper credit distinction level plus at least 60% average at the PGD in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

FACULTY OF ARTS

DEPT OF ENGLISH AND LITERARY STUDIES
Programmes leading to M.A/M.Phil/Ph.D are available in the following areas of specialization:
1)    English language:
i    English as a Second Language (ESL)
ii    Applied English Language
iii    Stylistics
2)    Literary Studies
i.    African Literature
ii.    African Oral Literature
iii.    Literature of the African Diaspora
iv.    Comparative Literature
v.    Women Studies

DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Programmes leading to M.A/Ph.D are available in the following areas of specialization:
i.    Nigerian History
ii.    African Social and Economic History


Entry Requirement

(i)    Candidates seeking admission into the M.A programme must possess a good first degree in History, History education, or international Relations and must have a CGPA not lower than 3.00 on 5.0 point scale; and 2.75 on 4.0 point scale.
(ii).    Candidates for the Ph.D programme must be holder of the Masters degree in History and must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or better and adjudged to have demonstrated good research ability in their M.A dissertation/thesis.

DEPARTMENT OF MODERN LANGUAGES AND TRANSLATION STUDIES
Programmes leading to M.A/Ph.D are available in the following areas of specialization:
i)    Teaching of French as a Second Language
ii)    French Language
iii)    French Linguistics
iv)    Francophone African Culture & Civilization
v)    African Literature
vi)    Oral Literature
vii)    Oral Literature of Francophone Africa
viii)    Comparative Literature
ix)    French in International Relations

DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Programmes leading to the award of M.A / Ph.D degrees are available as follows:

M.A Linguistics
M.A. Communication
PhD Linguistics
PhD Communication

Areas of specialization include
a.    Phonological Theories
b.    Semantics
c.    African Linguistics
d.    Advanced Syntax
e.    Comparative Linguistics and History
f.    Sociolinguistics.
g.    Instrumental Phonetics
h.    Grammatical Theories
i.    Language and Communication
j.    Broadcasting
k.    Journalism
l.    Advertising
m.    Public Relations
n.    Mass media Law and Ethics


DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE AND MEDIA STUDIES
The Department of Theatre and Media Studies offers courses which together with research and production lead to the award of the Graduate Diploma in Theatre, Media and Change Communication, and MA in Theatre, Media & Change Communication and Ph.D in the same fields. The Graduate Diploma lasts for 12 Calendar months, the MA for 12 Calendar month and the Ph.D for about three years.

The Degrees are offered in the following areas of specialization:
1. Arts/Events Management
2. Directing
3. Media Arts Studies
4. Social & Behaviour Change Communication
5. Theatre Technology & Design
6. ‘theatre-in-Educational Theatre

Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements for the programmes will consist of the following:
a)     A good first degree in the Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, Health, Education, Environmental and Basic Sciences with CGPA not below 3.00
b)     Candidates for PhD must possess a Masters Degree in specialization areas relevant to Theatre, Media, Communication and Development Studies. To qualify for admission into the MA Programmes, candidates must possess a goon first degree iii the areas specified in (a) above.
c)     Candidates for the Graduate Diploma in Theatre & Media Studies and Change Communication must possess a first degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50.
d)     Candidates with practical work experience in Development, Media Communication and Social Environment project will have a advantage for entry into the Graduate Diploma in Theatre & Media and Change Communication, and in the MA Programmes. The Graduate Diploma in Theatre and Media Studies oilers opportunities to candidates wishing to cross over from other sciences and other remotely related areas of specialization to Theatre & Media, Change Communication and Development Studies.

DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
Programmes leading to. M.A./ Ph.D are available in the following areas of specialization:

i.    Philosophy of Education
ii.    Political Philosophy
iii.    Philosophy of Science
iv.    Logic and Foundation of Mathematics
v.    Ancient Philosophy
vi.    Traditional Branches of Philosophy
vii.    African Philosophy
viii.    Contemporary Philosophy
ix.    Philosophy of Social Science
x.    Philosophy of Law


Entry Qualification
(a)    Candidates for M.A must have SSCE with 5 credits including English Language as well as B.A degree with second class lower with CGPA not less than 3.00 on a 5-point grading system.
(b)    Candidates for Ph.D must possess M.A degree with 3.00 and above.


DEPARTMENT OF RELIGIOUS AND CULTURAL STUDIES
i.    African Traditional Religion
ii.    Social Ethics
iii.    Liberation Theology
iv.    Sociology of Religion
v.    Old Testament Theology
vi.    New Testament Theology
vii.    Philosophy of Religion
viii.    Comparative Religion
ix.    New Religion Movements
x.    Islam


FACULTY OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING

A.  MASTERS PROGRAMMES
    (a)    Educational Psychology
    (b)    Sociology of Education
    (c)    Educational Measurement and Evaluation
    (d)    Research and Statistics
    (e)    Guidance and Counselling
    (f)    Library Science (Degree is called Master of Library Science (MLS))

B.  Ph.D PROGRAMMES
i.    Educational Psychology with specialisations in
(a)    Psychology of Development
(b)    Human Growth and Development
(c)    Social and Personality Development
(d)    Psychology of Learning

ii.    Educational Measurement, Evaluation and Statistics with specializations in
(a)    Measurement and Evaluation
(b)    Research and Statistics

iii.    Guidance and Counselling
(a)    Career Counselling
(b)    Pastoral Counselling
(c)    Family Counselling
iv.    Educational Foundations
(a)    Sociology of Education


C.    POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION (PGDE)

Entry Requirement
1.    First Degree in any discipline with CGPA not below 1.60
2.    Higher National Diploma (HND) not below Lower Credit from recognized institutions

The PGDE programme is run on Full-time basis and lasts for one Academic Session.  Also, NTI graduates who have Bachelors in any field with a minimum of CGPA of 1.60 are eligible for PGDE.  PGDE certificate from NTI is accepted for Masters if it meets the general requirements of the Graduate School. In such cases, the usual 5 credit passes including Mathematics and English at O-level is a requirement.


DEPARTMENT OF CURRICULUM AND TEACHING
M.Ed/Ph.D Degree programme are available in:
(a)    Science Education
(b)    Mathematics Education
(c)    Language Arts Education
(d)    Teacher Education
(e)    Elementary Education
(f)    Social Studies Education
(g)    Curriculum and Instruction
(h)    Environmental Education (M.Ed only)

Entry Requirement
1.    Entry Requirement for M.Ed Degree include B.ED, B.A or B.Sc Degree in Education with Second Class Honors or better, of the University of Calabar, or of other Universities recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar.
2.    Besides, candidates whose degrees are not in Education may be considered for admission if they have, in addition a good Post Graduate Diploma in Education.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION (PGDEE)
The Department of Curriculum and Teaching offers a programme of study leading to the award of PGD in Environmental Education (PGDEE).  The PGDEE is a one-year programme for holders of first and higher degrees and two years for applicants with HND or its equivalent.


DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING
M.Ed/Ph.D degrees are available in:
i.    Educational Administration and Supervision
ii.    Educational Administration and Planning
iii.    Economics and Politics of Education
iv.    Administration in Higher Education

Entry Requirement
1.    Entry requirement for M.Ed degree include B.Ed, B.A or B.Sc degree in Education with second class honours or better of the University of Calabar or other Universities recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar.
2.    Beside candidate whose degree are not in Education may be considered for admission if they have in addition a good Post Graduate Diploma in Education.
3.    Candidates for the Ph.D programme must be holder of the Masters degree in the aforementioned specialties and must have an overall GPA of 3.00.

DEPARTMENT OF ADULT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
i.    M.Ed & Ph.D degrees in Adult Education (Literary & Vocational Education)
ii.    M.Ed & Ph.D degrees in Adult Education (Industrial & Labour Studies)
iii.    M.Ed & Ph.D degrees in Adult Education (Community Development)
iv.    M.Ed & Ph.D degrees in Cooperative Management
v.    M.Ed & Ph.D degrees in Social Work Education
vi.    M.Ed & Ph.D degrees in Women Education
Entry Requirement:

M.Ed:
Admission is open to those with B.Ed, B.A or B.Sc degrees in Education with Second Class Honours or better, of the University of Calabar or other Universities recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar.  Candidates whose degrees are not in Education may be considered for admission if they have in addition, a good Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE).
Admission into Ph.D degree programme is open to candidates who hold the M.Ed degree from the Universities approved by the Senate of the University of Calabar.  

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN KINETICS AND HEALTH EDUCATION

Degrees Offered
M.Ed and Ph.D degree in the PGDPHE, Recreation and Tourism with specialization in:
a. Administration and organization of Physical Education and Sports
b. Sociology and Psychology of Sports
c. Health Education
d. Physiology of Exercise
e. Recreation and tourism
f. Adapted Physical education and Rehabilitation
g. Athletic training
h. Curriculum and instruction in PHE
i. Motor Learning


Admission Requirements:
(A) PGDPHE
Candidates for the PGDPHE Programme must have acquired
(i)    First degree in course that are not related to Physical and Health Education programme
(ii)    First degree in Physical and Health Education programme with a CGPA that is lower than entry requirements for the M.Ed programme.

(B) M.Ed. Degree
(i)    Candidates for M.Ed degree shall have acquire first Degree in Physical and Health Education, university of Calabar or other recognized University with at least one year post qualification experience in teaching or in an educational agency.
(ii)    Candidates who have acquired first degree in Nursing Science or environmental Education from the University of Calabar or other recognized universities with at least one year post-qualification experience. This category of candidates shall however be made to offer four foundation courses (two per semester) in Physical and Health Education.
(iii)    Candidates with degree in disciplines other than the above who posses, in addition, Postgraduate Diploma in Physical and Health Education (PGDPHE) or Advance Diploma in Sports Administration Nigeria Institute for Sports (NIS);
(iv)    Any other candidate whose qualification competence and experience for the proposed course of study have been approved by Senate.

(C) The Ph.D Degree
(i)    Admission to Ph.D programme in Physical and Health Education, is open to all candidates who have earned M.Ed. in Physical and Health Education of the University of Calabar or other approved Universities.
(ii)    Candidates who have earned Masters degree in Public Health or Special Education from University of Calabar or other recognized Universities. These category of candidates who do not have Physical and Health Education background shall be made to offer four foundation courses (two per semester) in Physical and Health Education.
(iii)    Candidates in M. Ed. In Physical and Health Education programme that satisfy the Graduate School requirements for advancement may similarly be considered.

FACULTY OF LAW
Programmes leading to the award of LL.M in Law are available

Entry Requirements:
LL.M degree admission
i.    A good LL.B Degree
ii.    LL.B academic transcript
iii.    Certificate of Call to Bar
iv.    NYSC Discharge or Exemption certificate


INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC POLICY AND ADMINISTRATION (IPPA)
i.    Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration (PGDPA)

Entry Requirement
    All candidates seeking for admission in  PGDPA must be holders of first  degree from a recognized University or holders of HND in any discipline.


INSTITUTE OF OCEANOGRAPHY

DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE
1.    Postgraduate Diploma in Fisheries and Aquaculture which is a one-academic session programme will admit First Degree holders in Zoology, Biology, Fisheries or Aquaculture, Higher National Diploma (HND) holders in Fisheries and Aquaculture and relevant sciences who have two-years post qualification experience are also eligible for admission.



COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY
Programmes leading to PGD, M.Sc and Ph.D Degrees in Anatomy are available.

Entry Requirements

PGD programme
i    In addition to O-level requirement for admission into the University, the candidates for admission into the PGD programme in Anatomy must have B.Sc second class lower division with a CGP lower than 3.00 or third class (Hons) degree in the subject of Anatomy of the University of Calabar or any other University approved by the Senate of the University of Calabar.
ii    B.Sc second class degree in any related science discipline such as Physiology, Biochemistry, Animal Science, Radiography and Zoology from the University of Calabar or any other University approved by the Senate of University of Calabar.
iii    NIST Final certificate or equivalent in Anatomy and Histophathology at creit level or above.

M.Sc Programme
i    The programme is open to candidates with first class honors or second (Hons) with cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of not less than 3.0 in Anatomy of the University of Calabar or any other University offering B.Sc. Anatomy as approved by the Senate of the University of Calabar. Candidates with qualification in Medicine and Surgery (MBBCH), Radiography and Density (B.DS) are also eligible provided their final result is equivalent of cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.00.
ii    The following fields of specialization are available for the M.Sc. programme: Teratology, Histochemistry, Neurobiology, Developmental Biology, Comparative anatomy and Physical Anthropology.

Ph.D programme
i    Master of Science degree in Anatomy with a minimum of 3.0 cumulative point average (CGPA) on a scale of 4.00, and 4.0 on a scale of 5-point.
ii    The following fields of specialization are available for the Ph.D programme: Neutrobiology, Radiographic and Clinical Anatomy, Physical Anthropology and Dermatoglyphics, Histochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Developmental Biology and Tetratology.



DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY
1.    Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Biochemistry
This programme is open to graduates and HND certificate holders in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Pharmacology and Physiology or related discipline.  Public Health Workers with requisite years of experience shall also be eligible for admission.

2.    Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition and Food Science
This programme is open to degree graduates and HND holders in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Pharmacology, Physiology or related discipline.  Medical Doctors Nurses and other Public Health Workers with requisite years of experience in the field shall also be eligible for admission.

3.    M.Sc/ Ph.D programmes in Biochemistry
Admission into this programme is open to graduates of University of Calabar or other Universities recognized by the Senate who hold at least Second Class Honours in Biochemistry, Chemistry or related discipline.  Admission will normally be to the M.Sc programme in the first instance.  Transfer to the Ph.D programme will be allowed on the recommendation of the Department to the Faculty Board and after approval by the Graduate School Board.

4.    M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D programmes in Food Science and Nutrition
Candidates for admission must normally possess one of the following: a First or Second Class Honours Degree in Nutrition, Food Science, Biochemistry, Biology, Physiology, Home Economics or Home Science, Community or Public Health, Microbiology, Nursing or Diabetes, or a professional qualification in Human Medicine or Veterinary Medicine or in Agriculture from a recognized University or any other qualifications adjudged to be equivalent to the above by the Senate of the University of Calabar.

Admission will normally be to the M.Sc programme in the first instance.  Transfer to the Ph.D programme will be allowed on the recommendation of the Department to the Faculty Board and after approval by the Graduate School Board.


DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY

(A)POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PHSYIOLOGY (PGD)

Entry Requirements
In addition to having O-level requirement for admission into the University of Calabar, the candidates for admission into the Post Graduate Diploma in Physiology MUST have any of the following:
(a) NIST Final certificate or equivalent in Physiology/Pharmacology (at credit level or above).
(b) BSc. 2nd Class Hons Degree in any related science discipline (e.g. Biology)
(c) Final Diploma in Health Sciences
(d) Pass Degree, 3 Class Hons Degree or Second class Hons lower division with a low GPA in Physiology



(B) M.SC.

Specific Requirements for M.Sc. Degree
Admission into the programme is open to graduates of University of Calabar or other Universities recognized by the Senate who hold at least a Second class honours degree in Physiology or related discipline with a minimum of 3.0 grade point average. It is also open to holders of MBBCh, DVM or BVM or a pass at credit level of in Postgraduate Diploma in Physiology.

(C) PhD

Specific Requirement for Ph.D. Degree
The programme is open to any candidate who has the following qualifications:
(i) Masters degree in Physiology with a minimum of 3.0 grade point average.
(ii) An outstanding performance during the M.Sc. Physiology programme. Such a candidate may be allowed to advance from M.Sc. to Ph.D. on the recommendation of the department and graduate committees to the Graduate School Board and after approval by the Senate of the University.

DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY
1.    M.Sc programmes are available in the following areas:
(a)    Pharmacology of Medicinal Plants
(b)    Biochemical Pharmacology
(c)    Clinical Pharmacology
(d)    Endocrine Pharmacology and Metabolism
    
    Entry Requirement
    (a)    The programme is open to holders of degrees in Anatomy, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physiology, Biology, Microbiology, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Sciences
    (b)    Those with professional qualifications in B. Pharm or Medicine MBBCH/MBBS or Veterinary Medicine (BVM & DVM).

2.    Ph.D in Pharmacology
    Entry Requirement
(a)    Holders of Masters degree in Pharmacology with an accumulative grade point average of  (CGPA) of not less than 3.0/4 or 4.0/5 or 60% from the University of Calabar or any recognized University or holders of Bachelor degree in Medicine, Dentistry, MD (Doctor of Medicine) or VMD (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) with Masters degree in Pharmacology may apply.
(b)    Applicants are required to submit a one-page Mission Statement and to attend personal interview in the Department.


DEPARTMENT OF ANAESTHESIOLOGY (PGD)
1.    The course is open to Medial Graduates who are registered with the Nigerian Medical and Dental Council.
2.    Candidates must have completed the National Youth Service Corps or possess exemption certificate.
3.    The programme is hospital based, therefore, candidates shall be expected to pay practicing fees.
4.    The duration of the programme shall be a period of 12 calendar months.
5.    On completion of the programme, apart from the University examination, the candidates shall be eligible to sit for the West African Diploma Examination.


DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

1.    CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY UNIT

a)    Programme leading to M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D are available in the following areas of specialization.
    i.    Clinical Enzymology
    ii.    Metabolic Disorders
    iii.    Micro Nutrient/Antioxidant
iv.    Immunology
v.    Connective Tissue Protein
vi.    Liver Diseases
vii.    Toxicology

b)    Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry Pathology (PGDCP) is also available

Entry Requirements
Ph.D:  The programme is open to candidates with M.Sc in Chemical Pathology, Biochemistry and Medical Laboratory Science with CGPA of 3.0/4.00 or 3.5/5.00.
M.Sc:  Open to those with First or Second class honours in Medical Lab Science, Biochemistry, Physiology and Chemical Pathology.  Candidates with MBBCh degree or equivalents are eligible.  For BMLS (Chemical Pathology), CGPA of not below 2.75/4.0 or 3.50/5.00 is accepted. PGD in Chemical Pathology with CGPA of 2.75/4.00 or 3.5/5.00 is also accepted.

PGD in Chemical Pathology:  The programme is open to candidates with the following qualifications: holders of MBBCh or its equivalent, First degree with second class lower in Biochemistry, Physiology, Microbiology and Haematology with CGPA not less than 1.50/5.00; FIMLT and AIMLT holders in Chemical Pathology with not less than B grade.

Course duration:  1 year for Full time and 2 years for Part time.  


2.    MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY/PARASITOLOGY UNIT

1. MSc/PhD programme are available in the following areas
(a) Clinical Bacteriology
(b) Medical Parasitology
(c) Medical Entomolgy
(d) Public Health Microbiology
(e) Medical Mycology

    Eligibility requirements for the MSc Programme
    Admission to the MSc programme is open to:
(i)     Graduates who hold at least a second class (Hons) degree with a CGPA of 3.00/5 or 2.75/4 in Microbiology or any other related discipline from the University of Calahar or other institutions recognized by the Senate.
(ii)     Candidates who hold other qualifications considered by the Faculty Graduate Board and Senate to be acceptable and equivalent to the above

    Eligibility requirements for the PhD programme
    Admission to the PhD programme is open to:
(i)     Candidates with MSc degree in Microbiology. Parasitology or Medical Laboratory Science, subject to a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4. Holders of suitable BSc Honors degree will he admitted to the MSc programme in the first instance
(ii)     Candidates for PhD should include in their application, a written one page research statement describing his/her proposed research topic.


2. Post Graduate Programme in Medical Microbiology/Parasitology

    Eligibility requirements for the PGD Programme
    Admission to the PGD programme is open to:
(i)     Candidates with MBBCh. Or its equivalent
(ii)     BSc (Hons) degree in any biology/medical laboratory science specialties with second class lower (CGPA not less than 2.5/4 or equivalent).
(iii)     AMLSCN in medical Microbiology or Parasitology
(iv)     HND in any Biology Science area with a Distinction or Credit level pass.


3.    HAEMATOLOGY UNIT

a)    M.Sc. in Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science

Entry Requirements:
•    Holders of MBBCH degree or it equivalent
•    Holders of a good first degree in Medical laboratory Science with at least second class (Upper Division)
•    Holders of fellowship Diploma in the institute of Medical laboratory Science of London and Nigeria with thesis in Haematology.

b)    Postgraduate Diploma in Haematology


DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Programmes leading to MPH and Ph.D in Public Health are offered.

Entry Requirement
(a)    M.P.H. Programme:  Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in any of the following areas may apply; Public Health, Biology, Medical Microbiology/Parasitology, Nursing Science, Civil Engineering, Pharmacy, Sociology, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Botany, Chemistry, Microbiology, Medical Laboratory Science, Health Education (not obtained from Faculty of Education), Biochemistry, Physiology and Nutrition.  The programme is on a full time basis.  Candidate must have a CGPA of 3.00/5.00 or 2.75/4.00.
(b)    Ph.D Programme
    MPH or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 3.0.  The programme in on a full time basis.  Applicants are required  to submit a one-page mission statement and attend an oral interview in the department.


FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Programmes are available in the following areas:




DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY
M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D in Botany & Plant Virology
Programmes leading to the award of M.Sc and Ph.D in the following areas:
i.    Plant Physiology
ii.    Plant Ecology
iii.    Mycology/Phytopathology
iv.    Virology

DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY
(a)    M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D  in Environmental Microbiology, Food and Industrial Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology/Biotechnology.
(b)    Postgraduate Diploma

Entry Requirements
Candidates seeking admission into the M.Sc. degree programme must hold a B.Sc honors degree with a second class (lower) degree in Microbiology and CGPA of 3.00 and above on a 5-point scale or CGPA 2.6 on a 4-point scale. Candidates seeking admission into the Ph.D programme must hold an M.Sc. with CGPA of 3.00 on a 4-point scale or 3.75 on a 5-point scale.

Candidates seeking admission into the PGD programme MUST hold a B.Sc in relevant subject areas with a CGPA not below 3.0. HND and third class degree holders are not acceptable.


DEPARTMENT OF GENETICS & BIOTECHNOLOGY
i.    M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D in Plant Biotechnology
ii.    M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D in Plant Genetics
iii.    M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D in Animal Breeding
iv.    M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D in Environmental Biotechnology

Entry Requirements:  A good B.Sc Degree at least second class (upper division) in Biology, Botany or Agric or any related discipline as spelt out in the general regulations.

DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY
i.    The Department of Zoology and Environmental Biology runs the Ph.D and M.Sc degree programmes in the following areas:
a.    Fisheries and Aquaculture
b.    Ecology & Environmental Biology
c.    Environmental Pollution and Toxicology
d.    Animal and Environmental Physiology
e.    Parasitology
f.    Entomology

Entry Requirement:
M.Sc Degree:  
Applicants must possess B.Sc degrees in Zoology and Environmental Biology, Fisheries & Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Botany, Microbiology, Genetics & Biotechnology and Animal Physiology with a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point grading system or 2.75 on a 4-point scale.  Holders of PGDs in the above areas including Environmental Education and Medical Microbiology & Parasitology with CGPAs not lower than 3.00 are also eligible to apply.

Ph.D Degree
Candidates who have the entry qualifications for the M.Sc Degree in the areas listed above.  In addition, holders of M.Sc (with thesis) of the University of Calabar or any other institution recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar in relevant disciplines may apply.

DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY

A.  POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED GEOLOGY
1.    Applied Micropaleontology
2.    Basin Analysis
3.    Environmental Resources Engineering

B.   POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT

Entry Requirements
1.    B.Sc (Hons) in Geology and related field

C.  M.Sc and M.Phil/ Ph.D in
1.0    Mineral /Petrology
1.1    Igneous Petrology
1.2    Metamorphic Petrology
1.3    Special Combinations (Petrology / Structural Geology, Petrology, Mineralogy, Petrology/Geochemistry)
2.0    STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY/TECTONICS (Geochemistry/Geophysics option)
3.1    Economic Geology
3.2    Applied Geochemistry
3.3    Mineral Exploration
4.0    STRATIGRAPHY/SEDIMENTARY PALEONTOLOGY
4.1    Stratigraphy
4.2    Sedimentology
4.3    Paleontology
4.4    Marine Sedimentology
4.5    Micropaleontology
4.6    Palynology
5.0    PETROLEUM GEOLOGY / PETROLEUM GEOPHYSICS
5.1    Basin Analysis
5.2    Petroleum Geophysics
5.3    Petroleum Geochemistry
6.0    HYDROGEOLOGY/ ENVIRONMENTAL GEOSCIENCES/ GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
6.1    Hydrogeology
6.2    Environmental Geosciences
6.3    Geotechnical Engineering



Entry Requirements for M.Sc/M.Phil
1.    B.Sc/PGDAG/PGDCZM with minimum CGPA of 2.75/4.00 or 3.00/5.00
2.    Potential Supervisor

Entry Requirements for Ph.D
1.    M.Sc with minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or 4.00/5.00
2.    Potential Supervisor
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
Programmes leading to postgraduate diploma in Physics, M.Sc and Ph.D are available in the following areas of specialization:
i.    Atmospheric Physics and Meteorology
ii.    Applied /Exploration Geophysics
iii.    Engineering Physics
(a)    Telecommunication
(b)    Acoustics
(c)    Materials Sciences
(d)    Electronics
iv.    Nuclear Physics (Theoretical and Applied)
v.    Solid State Physics

DEPARTMENT OF PURE AND APPLIED CHEMISTRY
The department of Pure and Applied Chemistry offers the following Postgraduate Programmes:
(a) Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Chemistry
(b) M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D programmes in:
(i) Analytical Chemistry
(ii) Inorganic Chemistry
(iii) Physical Chemistry
(iv) Organic Chemistry

Entry Requirement:
(a)     Candidates seeking admission into the postgraduate diploma programme in Applied Chemistry must have a B.Sc Chemistry with CGPA not below 1.6 on their Bachelor’s programmne or HND Upper Credit. Candidates with B.Sc Biochemistry. Chemical Engineering, and Industrial Chemistry are eligible to apply.
(b)     Candidates seeking admission into M. Sc/Ph. D programmes must have B.Sc Chemistry with CGPA not below 2.75/4 or 3.0/5 for M.Sc and 3.0/4 or 4.0/5 for Ph.D on their Bachelor’s programme.



DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS/STATISTICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE

A.    DEGREES:  Course work and research leading to the award of PGD, M.Sc and Ph.D Degrees in Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Sciences are offered.
B.    SPECIFIC REQUIREMENT:
i.    Candidates for admission into the Ph.D programmes must hold a Masters degree in the relevant areas or related discipline in Mathematics or Statistics.
ii.    M.Sc graduates with at least a second class B.Sc Degree (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Statistics or related subject may be admitted if they satisfy the general admission requirements of the Graduate School.
iii.    Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) candidates with HND in relevant areas or those who have not met the requirement for M.Sc programme may be considered.

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
M.Sc, MPhil/Ph.D and Ph.D  Programme are available in the following areas of specialization:
(a)    Urban Development Planning
(b)    Regional Planning/Rural Development
(c)    Land Resources Evaluation and Planning
(d)    Population, Environment and Development
(e)    Hydrology, Climate and Geomorphological Studies
(f)    Transportation and Industrial Studies
(g)    Biogeography and Biodiversity Studies
(h)    Agricultural and Forest Resource Conservation and Management
(i)    Eco-tourism, Recreation & Conservation Planning


Entry Requirements

(i)    Postgraduate Diploma in Geography and Environmental Science

Those eligible to apply for this programme include:
(a)    Graduates with B.A/B.Sc degrees in Humanities, other Social Sciences, Agriculture, Forestry, Biological Sciences, Management Sciences and the Natural Science.
(b)    HND holders in any relevant discipline with a minimum of lower credit pass.
(c)    Graduates of Geography/Environment Science with CGPA less than 2.75 in 4-point grading system or 3.00 in a 5-point grading system.

(ii)    M.Sc Degree
B.Sc or B.A. degree in Geography and Environmental Planning and Management (Second class lower may be considered).  Graduates with qualifications in Environmental Science, Land Survey, Urban and Regional Planning and Cartography may be accepted for direct admission into the M.Sc programme.  Candidates with Postgraduate Diploma in Geography and Environmental Science/Management are eligible for admission into the M.Sc programme in Geography and Environmental Science.

(iii)    Ph.D Degree
Holders of Masters degree (M.Sc, M.A.) in Geography and Environmental Planning and Management in recognized Universities will be eligible for admission.

(iv)    MPhil/PhD option
Candidates with M.Sc in related fields such as Environmental Science, Land Survey, Urban and Regional Planning, Cartography, Biology, Zoology, Botany, Ecology, Geology, etc, will be eligible for admission into the MPhil/Ph.D progarmme.


DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS
The Department of Economics offers courses leading to the award of PGD, MSc and PhD degrees in Economics.

Entry Requirements
Without prejudice to the general requirements spelt out in the Graduate School regulations for admission; Candidates are expected to satisfy the following requirements:




a. M.Sc Programme
Holders of a B.Sc in Economics with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5- point scale from any recognized university or PGD in Applied Economics from UNICAL may apply: provided he or she has at least 5 credit passes at the OIL including English Language, Mathematics and Economics


b. Ph.D Programme
Holders of M.Sc degree in Economics with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale from any recognized university may apply provided he or she has a minimum of 5 credit passes at the O/L including English Language.
Mathematics and Economics.

c. PGD Programme
Holders of first degree with at least Third Class Division in any field from any recognized university or Holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) at the Upper Credit level or its equivalent from recognized institutions may apply. In addition, HND holders are required to have at least 2 years post qualification experience.

DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE
M.Sc, MPA, MPAS and PhD Programmes are available in the following areas of specialization:
(a) International Relations & Strategic Studies
(b) Political Economy & Development Studies
(c) Public Administration (MPA with Thesis/MPA None Thesis)
(d) Policy and Administrative Studies

Entry Requirements:

M.Sc Degree
B.Sc or B.A in Political Science, International Relations, Political Economy, Public Administration (Second Class Lower) may be considered. Graduates with the above qualifications in related disciplines in the Faculty of Social Sciences discipline or Law, History or Philosophy may be accepted for direct admission into the M.Sc Programme — must have not lower than 3.00 on 5.00 point scale & 2.75 on 4.00 point scale.

MPA Degree
B.Sc or B.A Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, & all Social Sciences Degree of Second Class Lower. Consideration may be given to first degree holders in other discipline.

Admission Requirements:
(a)     Students admitted to the programme will holders of good first degree from recognized Universities. At least 5 years public or private service experience will be required.
(b)     Students admitted with a third class degree should, in addition obtain PGD in PA in relevant areas.
(c)     Holders of degrees in disciplines other than Political Science would be required to take and pass three 300 and 400 level courses in the Department of Political Science. These courses will not count for credit toward MPA degree.
(d)     To qualify for the award of the MPA degree, a candidate must successfully complete 30 credit hours of the 500 level courses.

MPAS Degree
Entry Requirements:
(a)     Holders of a good first degree in Policy Studies, Public Administration, Political Science and other related disciplines from a recognized University.
(b)     Holders of degrees in discipline other than those stated in (a) above.
(c)     Holders of Post-graduate Diploma in Public Administration should possess a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on 5.00 point scale and 2.75 on 4.00 point scale.
(d)     HND with PGD in PA can apply for MPAS.

Ph.D Degree:
(a)     A Graduate who has obtained a higher degree of the University of Calabar (i.e M.Sc) or its equivalent from another University is qualified for admission if general the requirements of the Graduate School has been satisfied.

Department of Sociology
Programme leading to M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D are available in the following areas of specialization:
(a)    Industrial Sociology
(b)    Development Sociology
(c)    Medical Sociology
(d)    Demography
(e)    Social Anthropology
(f)    Criminology

Entry Requirements:
Holders of a good first degree in Sociology/Anthropology from any recognized University with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 on 4.00 or 3.00 on a 5-point scale for Master’s programmes and 3.00 on 4-point scale or 4.00 on a 5-point scale for Ph.D programmes are eligible.  In addition, candidates must possess at least 5 credits in one or two sittings in relevant arts or Social Science subjects, and at least a (P7 or P8) in Mathematics.



FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING
The Department of Accounting runs a programme leading to the award of M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D degrees in Accounting.

Entry Requirements
Without prejudice to the general requirements for graduate admissions, applicants for admission into the M.Sc programme of accounting must satisfy the following requirements:

(d)    Hold either a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting of the University of Calabar or its equivalent from other Universities recognized by the Senate, passed with a minimum of Second Class Degree (Upper division).
(e)    Candidates with Second class degree (lower division) must have a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point grading system or 2.75 on a 4-point grading system.
(f)    HND Accounting and Professional certificates in Accounting are not accepted for admission into the M.Sc programme of the Department.
(g)    Duration: M.Sc programme runs on full time basis only for a minimum of 4 semesters and a maximum of 6 semesters.


ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR Ph.D
Without prejudice to the general requirement for graduate admission, candidates for Ph.D must satisfy the following conditions:
1.    M.Sc Degree in Accounting from a University recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar
2.    At least a ‘B’ grade in Masters research thesis.
3.    Third Class and Pass in the first degree or degrees in non-cognate Accounting or closely-related areas are NOT acceptable for admission.


DEPARTMENT OF BANKING AND FINANCE
Programme leading to M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D in Finance is available in this Department.

Entry Requirements
(a)    B.Sc holders in Banking and Finance, Economics and Accounting who pass with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point grading system or 2.75 on a 4-point grading system from the University of Calabar or any other University recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar.
(b)    Candidates with MBA degree who may want to study for the M.Sc degree in Finance may be considered for admission provided they fulfil the departmental requirements as stated above.

ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR Ph.D
Without prejudice to the general requirement for graduate admission, candidates for Ph.D must satisfy the following conditions:
1.    M.Sc Degree in Banking/Finance from a University recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar
2.    At least a ‘B’ grade in Masters research thesis.
3.    Third Class and Pass in the first degree or degrees in non-cognate Banking/Finance or closely-related areas are NOT acceptable for admission.


DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Programmes leading to PGDM, MBA, M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D are available in the Department of Business Management.

Entry Requirements

ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR Ph.D
Without prejudice to the general requirement for graduate admission, candidates for Ph.D must satisfy the following conditions:
1.    M.Sc Degree in Business Management from a University recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar
2.    At least a ‘B’ grade in Masters research thesis.
3.    Third Class and Pass in the first degree or degrees in non-cognate Business Management or closely-related areas are NOT acceptable for admission.


M.Sc Degree Programme
(a)    B.Sc degree in Business Management with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5.00 point scale or 2.75 on a 4.00 scale from a university recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar.
(b)    At least a ‘B’ grade in his/her B.Sc research project.
(c)    Reference letter from former Head of Department or Lecturer.  Degrees in other fields and HND are not acceptable for admission.
(d)    Candidates must have 5 credits passes at one or two sittings including English and Mathematics at the ordinary level, as basic requirement.

Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
The following are the expected areas in which candidates could specialize:
1.    Candidates with Bachelors degree from an approved university must obtain a minimum of second class lower division with a minimum CGPA of 3.00/5.00 or 2.75/4.00.
2.    Holders of HND with a minimum of lower credit pass and/or professional qualification in administration disciplines with relevant post-graduate diploma from a recognized university with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or 2.72 on a 4-point scale.
3.    Candidates must have five credit passes at one or two sittings including English and Mathematics at the O-level, as basic requirement.
4.    Candidates must have minimum of one year managerial/administrative experience.
5.    Letter of recommendation or sponsorship from employer.


Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
(a)    A University degree with a minimum of third class or HND with a minimum of lower credit pass.
(b)    Candidates must have a minimum of three years managerial/administrative experience.
(c)    Reference letter from Head of Department or lecturer or sponsorship.
(d)    Candidates must have five credit passes at one or two sittings including English and Mathematics at the ordinary level, as basic requirement.


DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING
Programmes leading to M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D are available in the Department of Marketing.

Entry Qualification

ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR Ph.D
Without prejudice to the general requirement for graduate admission, candidates for Ph.D must satisfy the following conditions:
1.    M.Sc Degree in Marketing from a University recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar
2.    At least a ‘B’ grade in Masters research thesis.
3.    Third Class and Pass in the first degree or degrees in non-cognate Marketing or closely-related areas are NOT acceptable for admission.


1.    M.Sc degree in Marketing:
(a)    B.Sc degree in Marketing or Management with a minimum CGPA as stated in the General regulations of the Graduate School and from a University recognized by the Senate of the University of Calabar. Degrees in other fields and HND are not accepted for admission.
(b)    At least a ‘B’ grade in his/her B.Sc research project.
(c)    Reference letter from former Head of Department of lecturer. Candidates must have five (5) credit passes at one or two sittings including English, Economics and Mathematics at the O-level, as basic requirement.



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Academic Secretary