FUNAAB Postgraduate Admission Form 2019/2020 Academic Session is Out

FUNAAB Postgraduate Form: Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, (FUNAAB) Postgraduate Admission Form for 2019/2020 Session is still on. Deadline to apply is 29th June, 2020. See how to apply and other details below.

This page is to guide all prospective postgraduate students of  Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, (FUNAAB) on how to apply for the 2019/2020 postgraduate admission.

FUNNAB POST GRADUATE COURSES

MASTERS/DOCTORATE DEGREES BY THESIS

1)    Master of Agriculture (M.Agric)/Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in
–    Agric. Econs. And Farm Mgt.
–    Agricultural Communication

–    Agric. Ext. & Rural Development
–    Subject Matter Extension
–    Ruminant Production
–    Non-Ruminant Production
–    Livestock Systems
–    Ruminant Animal Nutrition
–    Animal Breeding and Genetics
–    Animal Biotechnology
–    Food Industrial & Microbiology
–    Monogastric Animal Nutrition
–    Animal Physiology
–    Crop Protection with options in Virology, Naematology, Entomology & Pathology
–    Crop Physiology
–    Crop Ecology
–    Crop production
–    Plant Breeding
–    Seed Technology
–    Horticulture & Land Management
–    Soil Science (Soil Chemistry, Soil Physics, Soil Microbiology, Pedology, Soil Fertility)
–    Weed Science
–    Forage Science
–    Pasture Production and Utilization
–    Range Management

2a)    Master of Forestry (M.F.)/Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in
–    Forestry Economics and Management
–    Forestry Biometry
–    Forest Ecology and Conservation
–    Agro-Forestry

2b)    Master of Wood Science (MWS)/Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) F/T
–    Wood Protection & Utilization
–    Forest Operations
–    Pulp and Paper
–    Forest Products

3a)    Master of Environmental Management and Protection (MEMP-Academics)

3b)    Ph.D in Environmental Management & Toxicology Ph.D in Environmental Toxicology

4)    Master/Ph.D in Aquaculture and Fisheries (M.A. F/Ph.D)
–    Aquaculture
–    Fisheries Management
–    Fish Nutrition
–    Fish Pathology

5)    Master of Wildlife Management (MWM/Ph.D) F/T in
–    Wildlife Mgt.
–     Wildlife Domestication and Production
–    Wildlife Park Planning and
–    Recreational Development

6)    Master of Science (M.Sc/Ph.D) in:
–    Food Quality Control & Assurance
–    Food Engineering
–    Food Production & Storage Technology
–    Computational Physics
–    Nutrition & Dietetics
–    Agrometeorology
–    Water Resources Management
–    Medical Microbiology & Public Health
–    Agric. Microbiology & Biotechnology
–    Environmental Microbiology
–    Food & Industrial Microbiology
–    Zoology (Parasitology)
–    Botany (Plant Physiology)
–    Zoology (Animal Physiology)
–    Mathematics (Algebra, Analysis)
–    Biological Sciences
–    Zoology (Entomology)
–    Computer Science
–    Plant Anatomy & Taxonomy
–    Plant Pathology
–    Clothing & Textile
–    Analytical Chemistry
–    Industrial Chemistry
–    Physical Chemistry
–    Environmental Physics
–    Radiation and Health Physics
–    Condensed Matter/Theoretical Physics
–    Instrumentation
–    Solid Earth Physics/Geophysics
–    Biochemistry

Ph.D  Only

–    Organic Chemistry
–    Inorganic Chemistry

7)    Master of Engineering (M.Eng) Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in
–    Agricultural Engineering
–    Water Resources and Environmental Engineering
–    Highway and Traffic Engineering
–    Thermo fluids
–    Mechanical Engineering
–    Electrical Machines and Power Systems
–    Electrical and Electronic Control systems
–    Communication and Digital Signal
–    Processing Systems
–    Structural Engineering
–    Production/Computer Aided /Design/Manufacturing Engr.
–    Industrial Engineering
–    Materials and Metallurgical Engineering

8)    M.Sc/MVSC/Ph.D
–    Veterinary Medicine
–    Veterinary Surgery
–    Veterinary Microbiology
–    Veterinary Parasitology
–    Veterinary Pathology
–    Veterinary Public Health
–    Veterinary Theriogenology

9)    Postgraduate Diploma Courses
–    Computer Science (Evening/Weekend)
–    Plann. Research & Stat. (Evening/|Weekend)
–    Agricultural Engineering
–    Mechanical Engineering
–    Soil Management and Land Use
–    Planning (PT)
–    Plant Breeding and Seed Tech. (PT)
–    Crop Prod. Technology (FT)
–    Crop Protection  (FT)
–    Agric. Extension and Rural Dev. (PT/EW)
–    Small Ruminant Production (FT)
–    Meat Processing and Packaging (FT)
–    Beef & Dairy Cattle Production (FT)
–    Poultry Prod. (FT)
–    Ani. Nutrition (Ruminant & Non-Ruminant)
–    Swine Production (FT)
–    Rabbit Production (FT)
–    Livestock Feed Resources (PT)
–    Pasture Production (PT)
–    Communication Studies
–    Refrige & Cold Store Tech. (EW)
–    Aquaculture & Fisheries Mgt. (PT)
–    Nutrition & Fisheries Mgt. (PT)
–    Horticulture (FT)
–    Civil Engineering (PT)
–    Planning Research & Statistics (Even./Wkd.)

FUNAAB Postgraduate Admission Requirements.

1. To be eligible for admission to the Postgraduate Diploma Programme, candidates must be first degree holders in a relevant discipline from any recognized University. In general, all applicants must satisfy basic UTME requirements for Bachelor’s degree. Holders of HND with Upper Credit and above could also apply. Holders of First Degree in Animal Science are eligible to apply for Postgraduate Diploma Programme in Animal Science.
2. Candidates for Master’s Degree Programme must be graduates of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta or any other University recognized by the Senate and shall normally have obtained a minimum of Second Class (Upper Division) degree in relevant field. However, candidates with Second Class Lower Degree in relevant field may be considered. Candidates for Masters of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) programme should possess HND plus a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science or B.Sc. Physical Sciences/Engineering and Allied Disciplines. Prior computing or IT exposure is beneficial but not essential. Candidates for admission to Masters and Ph.D. programmes in Communication Studies shall possess University degrees in Arts, Science, Applied Science, Social Science and Education or other related disciplines.
3. To be eligible for admission to the MBA (AgriBusiness) and Professional Master in Communication Studies degree programmes, candidates must be holders of Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University or HND (Upper Credit minimum) with a Postgraduate Diploma in any discipline.
4. Candidates with Postgraduate Diploma in Communication studies with a minimum cumulative average of 55% may be considered for Master’s Degree in Communication Studies. In addition, possession of relevant professional qualification and/or experience will be an advantage. A credit pass in O’ Level Mathematics is not compulsory for admission into Professional Master in Communication Studies programme which is strictly part-time (Friday and Saturday) programme. The duration of the programme is a minimum of 4 semesters.
5. Masters of Environment Management (MEM) is a three-semester professional programme designed for captains of industries who are degree holders or HND holders with distinction/credit pass plus PGD in relevant fields who have also satisfied all basic UTME requirements while Masters of Environment Management and Protection (MEMP) is an academic Master’s Degree that runs for a minimum of four (4) semesters.
6. The requirement for M. Agric applicants in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management is B. Agric (Agric Economics) with Second Class Upper. Other disciplines will be admitted to M.Sc. (Professional) with the prospect of conversion to MAgric on attaining a minimum weighted average score of 60% after the first year.
7. Masters of Veterinary Science (M .V.Sc.) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) courses are open to: (i) M.V.Sc. – Master of Veterinary Science is open to Graduates of Veterinary Medicine of FUNAAB and other University recognized by Senate. Any other qualification adjudged to be equivalent to a DVM by the Senate. Candidates must satisfy any other requirements as specified by the postgraduate school of FUNAAB. (ii) M.Sc.: – The Master of Science degree is open to Graduates of Biological Sciences of FUNAAB and other institutions recognized by Senate. Fellows of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology or its equivalent may also be considered. Candidates must satisfy any other requirements as specified by the Postgraduate School of FUNAAB.
8. For Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree programme, a student must have obtained Master’s degree from the College of Veterinary Medicine of FUNAAB or other University recognized by Senate and other qualification adjudged to be equivalent to a Master’s degree by the Senate.
9. The duration of study for the Master’s degree programme shall be a minimum of 4 semesters and maximum of 8 semesters for full time candidates; while part time studies shall be for a minimum of 6 semesters and maximum of 10 semesters. Part-time students must finish all course works within the first four semesters of their registration.
10. To be eligible for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy degree programme, candidates must have obtained a Master’s degree from FUNAAB or its equivalent from any other University recognized by Senate. Holders of one year Master’s Degree are expected to undergo a conversion examination after the first session before proceeding to a Ph.D. programme.
11. Candidates for academic Masters and Ph.D. programmes shall be required to submit a research proposal along with their application forms, and may be required to interact (in oral or written form) with their respective Departments before admission.

FUNAAB Postgraduate Programmes Duration.

1. Ph.D (Doctor of Philosophy) Degree/Programme               
   • Full Time (FT) »» 6 Semesters   Minimum & Maximum of 10 Semesters
   • Part Time (PT) »» 8 Semesters   Minimum & Maximum of 12 Semesters
2. MASTERS PROGRAMMES                                              
   • Full Time (FT) »» 4 Semesters Minimum & Maximum of 8 Semesters
   • Part Time (PT) »» 8 Semesters   Minimum & Maximum of 12 Semesters
3. PROFESSIONAL MASTERS PROGRAMMES               
   • Full Time (FT) »» 3 Semesters   Minimum & Maximum of 6 Semesters
   • Part Time (PT) »» 4 Semesters   Minimum & Maximum of 8 Semesters
4. PGD PROGRAMMES                                                        
   • Full Time FT) »» 2 Semesters Minimum & Maximum of 4 Semesters
   • Part Time (PT) »» 4 Semesters   Minimum & Maximum of 8 Semesters

How to Apply for FUNAAB Postgraduate Admission.

Follow the procedure below to obtain the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, (FUNAAB) Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and Doctor of Philosophy Degree Programmes admission forms:

Applicants should visit the PG Application portal (pg.funaab.edu.ng or pgschool.unaab.edu.ng) to commence the process of application. Application cost is Fifteen Thousand Five Hundred and Sixty Naira (N15,560:00) only exclusive of Bank Charges.

While the Postgraduate application portal opens on Monday, May 18, 2020, closing date for online submission of applications for Masters and PGD programmes is Monday, June 29, 2020.

Applications for Ph.D admission are available all year round. Successful applicants will be contacted by e-mail and/or text message.

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