Postgraduate Studies

Postgraduate Studies

The Postgraduate School of the University was established in 1989/1990 academic session, it is headed by a Dean who should be a Professor. Administratively, Postgraduate School is managed by the Dean actively supported by the Deputy Dean and the Secretary who should attained the rank of a Deputy Registrar. Presently, it runs 117 postgraduate programmes.

The Postgraduate School has grown in strength over time and has registered International recognitions and linkages and became Centre of excellence in the following areas:

i. Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (Step-B Funded Centre of Excellence)
ii. Centre for Human Settlement and Urban development (CHSUD) in Collaboration with UN- Habitat.
iii. West African Science Services Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL)
iv. African Centre of Excellence (ACE) for Mycotoxin and Food Safety etc.

In the area of domestic and foreign linkages and collaboration, the Management of the University created the Directorate of Collaboration Affiliation and Linkage (DCAL) to cater for the important function of networking.

The University has established a linkage programme with the University of Namibia and the University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana. The University has also signed a memorandum of understanding with the German Agency for Technical Cooperation (GTZ) and the National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP), Nigeria. It is also a member of the Association of African Universities.

The University has honoured the following Distinguished personalities: Alhaji (Dr.) Shehu Idris, CFR, the Emir of Zazzau: Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Dasuki, CFR, the former Sultan of Sokoto, late Alhaji (Dr.) Abdulrahman Mora; Dr. Sam Nujoma, the former President of the Republic of Namibia; General Ibrahim Badamasi Babagida (rtd) the former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; Flight Lieutenant Jerry Rawlings (rtd), the former President of the Federal of Ghana; Prof. Jonathan Othman Ndagi, pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the University and Mr. Raphael O. A. Shonekan, the pioneer Principal, Federal School of Medical Laboratory Technology, National Veterinary Research Institute, Vom. Others include, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, the former Executive Governor of Osun State; Dr. Abubakar Olusola saraki, the Waziri of Ilorin; Alhaji Ibrahim Aliyu the Sardauna of Minna, Mr. Alioune Badiane of the UN Habitat, Nairobi Kenya; Admiral (Dr.) Murtala Nyako, (Rtd) the former Executive Governor of Adamawa State and Dr. Aliyu Mu’azu Babangida (Talban Minna), the former Executive Governor of Niger State, Alh. (Dr.) Yahaya Abubakar, GCFR, the etsu Nupe and Chairman Council of Traditional Rulers, Niger State and Emir of Gombe. In recognition of excellence in areas of Science and Technology, the University has been attracting high caliber and eminent scholars to its fold.

BOARD OF POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL
The membership of the Board as amended on the 27th August, 2003 include the following:
i. Dean, Postgraduate School – Chairman (Must be a Professor)
ii. Deputy Dean, Postgraduate School – Member (Must be a PhD degree holder and not lower than a Senior Lecturer)
iii. University Librarian – Member
iv. Director, Academic Planning – Member
v. Director, Directorate of Research Information and Development – Member
vi. Deputy Dean from each School – Member
vii. Two Representatives of Senate – Member
viii. Secretary, Postgraduate School – Secretary (Must not be below the rank of a Deputy Registrar)

Departments

117 Postgraduate Programs

If you’re an educational professional who are looking to progress into management and consultancy, or an educational planning or development role, this is the best degree for you.

Provided by the KU Institute of Education, this programme is available by distance learning, allowing you to study flexibly while balancing work and personal lifes. The MSc Finance (EG. Banking) deepens your understanding of banks and financial markets, and how they relate to performance. It will help you to advance your career in finance and policy.

  • Banking
  • Economic Policy
  • Financial Sector Management
  • Quantitative Finance

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The Kingster University Alumni Association is excited to announce the arrival of KU Alumni Connect. This is a new community building platform for Kinster’s alumni. It is the only place online where you can find, and connect with, all 90,000 Kingster’s alumni. All alumni are automatically enrolled!

Kingster University was established by John Smith in 1920 for the public benefit and it is recognized globally. Throughout our great history, Kingster has offered access to a wide range of academic opportunities. As a world leader in higher education, the University has pioneered change in the sector.

Self Development

The Kingster University Alumni Association is excited to announce the arrival of KU Alumni Connect. This is a new community building platform for Kinster’s alumni. It is the only place online where you can find, and connect with, all 90,000 Kingster’s alumni. All alumni are automatically enrolled!

Kingster University was established by John Smith in 1920 for the public benefit and it is recognized globally. Throughout our great history, Kingster has offered access to a wide range of academic opportunities. As a world leader in higher education, the University has pioneered change in the sector.

Spirituality

The Kingster University Alumni Association is excited to announce the arrival of KU Alumni Connect. This is a new community building platform for Kinster’s alumni. It is the only place online where you can find, and connect with, all 90,000 Kingster’s alumni. All alumni are automatically enrolled!

Kingster University was established by John Smith in 1920 for the public benefit and it is recognized globally. Throughout our great history, Kingster has offered access to a wide range of academic opportunities. As a world leader in higher education, the University has pioneered change in the sector.

Alumni

The Kingster University Alumni Association is excited to announce the arrival of KU Alumni Connect. This is a new community building platform for Kinster’s alumni. It is the only place online where you can find, and connect with, all 90,000 Kingster’s alumni. All alumni are automatically enrolled!

Kingster University was established by John Smith in 1920 for the public benefit and it is recognized globally. Throughout our great history, Kingster has offered access to a wide range of academic opportunities. As a world leader in higher education, the University has pioneered change in the sector.

Why Study Here?

The Academic offers include 14 majors, 15 minors, and more than 100 in major specializations so your degree will surely reflect your interests and strengths.

Not only does Kingster University provide you the practical skills that is necessary to transition seamlessly into the workforce upon your graduation, but we also make sure that you will have a good sense of social justice so that you make the transition responsibly.

The PLP in Drafting Legislation, Regulation, and Policy has been offered by the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies with considerable success since 2004.