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AUL’s School of Postgraduate Studies offers PGD, Masters, Professional Masters, and PhD programmes. Find your route and see the full entry requirements below.
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General Admission Requirements
Applicants must hold a recognized Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification relevant to the intended programme, plus five O'Level credits including English Language. Application is open to qualified candidates; programme availability and admission decisions remain subject to School and departmental review.
Applicants Requirements
- Complete the application form on the University portal and provide accurate information.
- Upload official academic transcripts and relevant credentials from previous institutions.
- Provide academic or professional references where required for the selected programme.
- Ensure documents are complete before the relevant postgraduate admission deadline.
SPGS
Available Postgraduate Programmes
Select a study level to see its programmes and requirements. Open any programme to review its current entry criteria and study details.
General Postgraduate Diploma Requirements
One-year conversion and top-up diplomas, ideal for graduates seeking professional qualifications in a new field without committing to a full master's degree.
01 PGD Accounting Not open this session View Requirements
A one-year conversion programme building professional capability in accounting, reporting, assurance, taxation, and financial decision-making.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma from a recognised institution.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
02 PGD Business Administration Open for applications View Requirements
A broad conversion programme developing practical competence across management, marketing, finance, operations, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Specific entry requirements
- A bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma from a recognised institution.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
03 PGD Computer Sciences Open for applications View Requirements
A computing conversion programme covering programming, databases, systems analysis, networks, software development, and applied problem-solving.
Specific entry requirements
- A bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma from a recognised institution.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
04 PGD Microbiology Open for applications View Requirements
A one-year conversion programme grounding graduates in microbial science, laboratory practice, and applied research methods.
Specific entry requirements
- A bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma from a recognised institution.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
General Academic Masters Requirements
Two-year research-oriented master's programmes combining advanced taught modules with a substantial dissertation. Designed for graduates pursuing deep expertise and academic or research careers.
01 Computer Science (M.Sc) Open for applications View Requirements
A research-oriented master’s programme combining advanced taught modules with a substantial dissertation in contemporary computing.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
02 Economics (M.Sc) Not open this session View Requirements
Advanced study in economic theory, quantitative methods, policy analysis, development, and independent research.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
03 Commercial Law (M.Sc, LLM) Not open this session View Requirements
Advanced interdisciplinary study of commercial transactions, corporate regulation, dispute resolution, and business law.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
04 International Law (M.Sc, LLM) Not open this session View Requirements
Advanced study of public and private international law, global institutions, human rights, trade, and dispute settlement.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
05 Political Science (M.Sc) Not open this session View Requirements
Research-led study of institutions, governance, political behaviour, comparative politics, and public policy.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
06 Mass Communication (M.Sc) Not open this session View Requirements
Advanced study of media, communication theory, digital culture, journalism, audiences, and research practice.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
07 Microbiology (M.Sc) Open for applications View Requirements
A research-oriented master’s programme combining advanced taught modules with a substantial dissertation in microbial science.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
08 Business Administration (M.Sc) Open for applications View Requirements
Advanced study of management theory, organisational strategy, and quantitative business research leading to a dissertation.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
General Professional Masters Requirements
One-year conversion and top-up diplomas, ideal for graduates seeking professional qualifications in a new field without committing to a full master's degree.
01 PGD Accounting Not open this session View Requirements
A professionally oriented conversion route for graduates seeking advanced practical accounting qualifications.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
02 PGD Business Administration Open for applications View Requirements
A career-focused route strengthening management, leadership, operations, and enterprise capability.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
03 PGD Computer Sciences Not open this session View Requirements
A practical postgraduate route for graduates building job-ready capability across modern computing and software systems.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant bachelor’s degree with at least the classification accepted by the University Senate.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
General M.Phil-Ph.D Requirements
A conversion track for master's holders with a CGPA between 3.5 and 3.99, leading to full doctoral candidacy after a qualifying period of supervised research.
01 Microbiology (M.Phil-Ph.D) Open for applications View Requirements
A conversion track for master’s holders progressing towards doctoral research in microbial science.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant master’s degree with a CGPA between 3.5 and 3.99, taken as a conversion track towards the Ph.D.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
02 Computer Science (M.Phil-Ph.D) Open for applications View Requirements
A conversion track for master’s holders progressing towards doctoral research in computing.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant master’s degree with a CGPA between 3.5 and 3.99, taken as a conversion track towards the Ph.D.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
03 Business Administration (M.Phil-Ph.D) Open for applications View Requirements
A conversion track for master’s holders progressing towards doctoral research in management and organisational studies.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant master’s degree with a CGPA between 3.5 and 3.99, taken as a conversion track towards the Ph.D.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
General Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Requirements
AUL's highest academic qualification. Three-to-five year supervised research degrees for candidates making original contributions to their field.
01 Computer Science (Ph.D) Open for applications View Requirements
A supervised research degree for candidates making an original contribution to computer science and emerging technologies.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant master’s degree from a recognised institution and a viable preliminary research proposal.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
02 Law (Ph.D) Not open this session View Requirements
A supervised doctoral programme for original research in law, justice, regulation, governance, and legal institutions.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant master’s degree from a recognised institution and a viable preliminary research proposal.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
03 Economics (Ph.D) Not open this session View Requirements
A supervised research degree producing original contributions in economics, policy, development, and quantitative analysis.
This programme is part of the SPGS catalogue but is not accepting applications for the current session. Contact admissions@aul.edu.ng about future intakes.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant master’s degree from a recognised institution and a viable preliminary research proposal.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
04 Microbiology (Ph.D) Open for applications View Requirements
A supervised research degree for candidates making an original contribution to microbial science and its applications.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant master’s degree from a recognised institution and a viable preliminary research proposal.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
05 Business Administration (Ph.D) Open for applications View Requirements
A supervised research degree producing original contributions to management, strategy, and organisational practice.
Specific entry requirements
- A relevant master’s degree from a recognised institution and a viable preliminary research proposal.
- Five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics where required, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Official academic transcripts and certificates from recognised institutions.
- Any additional departmental documents requested during application review.
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