Social Sciences

1. DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY
  1. M.Phil/Ph.D Programmes:
    1. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Sociology (with areas of specialization)
    2. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Social Work
  2. M.Sc. Programmes:
    1. Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Sociology (with Specialization in Criminology, Medical Sociology, Sociology of Development, Industrial Sociology, etc.)
    2. Master of Science degree in Social Work (MSSW)
  3. PGD Programme:
    1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Social Work

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTERS (M.Sc) PROGRAMME IN SOCIOLOGY:

The criteria for admission into the M.Sc. Sociology programme are as follows:

1. 1. 1. Candidate must satisfy the matriculation requirement of the University of Jos which is 5 O’level credits including English Language, mathematics, and two social science subjects (Government, Economics and/or Geography).
    2. Candidates with Second Class (Lower Division) Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from an approved University or the Postgraduate diploma with a CGPA of not lower than 3.0 on a 5-point scale from an accredited university. Candidates with a PGD in Sociology at credit level pass on weighted percentage average.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR Ph.D PROGRAMME IN SOCIOLOGY:

The candidate shall:

1. 1. 1. Meet the matriculation requirements of the University of Jos of 5’Olevel Credits including English Language mathematics, and two social science subjects (Government, Economics and/or Geography).
    2. Possess Masters Degree in Sociology or Criminology with a CGPA of at least 3.5 on a 5.0 point scale or a weighted system average of 60% on the scale of 100.
    3. Demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and effective decision making and problem-solving potentials.
    4. Submit a concept proposal of not less than 5 pages in the applicant’s area of specialization.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA (PGD) PROGRAMME IN SOCIAL WORK:

1. 1. 1. Candidates must satisfy the matriculation requirement of the University of Jos which is 5 o’level credits including English Language Mathematics, and any two social science subjects.
    2. A Third Class (Hons.) Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related disciplines awarded by an approved and accredited University.
    3. HND and/or professional qualifications cognate to Social Work from a recognized institution with not less than Upper Credit.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN SOCIAL WORK (MSSW):

The criteria for admission into the MSSW programme are as follows:

1. 1. 1. Candidate must satisfy the matriculation requirement for B.Sc. Social Work programme of the University of Jos which is 5 O’level credits including, English Language, Mathematics, and any two social science subjects.
    2. Candidates with Second Class (Lower Division) Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Sociology from an approved University or the Postgraduate diploma with a CGPA of not lower than 3.0 on a 5-point scale from an accredited university.
    3. Candidates with a PGD in Social Work at credit level pass on weighted percentage average.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR Ph.D. SOCIAL WORK PROGRAMME:

The candidate shall:

1. 1. 1. Demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and effective decision making and problem solving potentials.
    2. Possess Masters Degree in Social Work or Sociology with a CGPA of at least 3.5 on a 5.0 point scale or a weighted system average of 60% on the scale of 100.

Meet the matriculation requirements of the University of Jos of 5’Olevel Credits including English Language, Mathematics, and any two social science subjects

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Department

M.Phil/Ph.D./MSc./PGD Political Science

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1. Political Science
  1. M.Phil/Ph.D programmes:
    1. M.Phil/Ph.D. International Relations
    2. M.Phil/Ph.D. Political Economy and Development Studies
    3. M.Phil/Ph.D. Public Administration.
  2. M.Sc. Programmes:
    1. M.Sc. International Relations and Strategic Studies
    2. M.Sc. Political Economy and Development Studies
    3. M.Sc. Public Policy and Administration.
    4. Master of Research and Public Policy (MRPP)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR M.Phil/Ph.D

For M.phil/Ph.D in International Relations, candidates must possess a Masters’ Degree in relevant field and whose weighted score average (WSA) must not be less than 60%. Also a minimum of second class lower degree from a recognized university in Political Science, Economics, History, Sociology and any relevant degree is required. Candidate must also possess a pass at credit level in O’level in English Language

M.Phil/Ph.D Political Economy and Development Studies candidates will be required to possess a Masters degree in relevant field and whose weighted score average (WSA) must not be less than 60%.

While M.phil/Ph.D Public Administration candidates must have a minimum of second class lower degree in Political Science, Public Administration and whose weighted score Average (WSA) must not be less than 60%.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR M.Sc.

Candidates for M.Sc. International Relations and Strategic Studies must possess a minimum of Second Class lower degree from a recognized University in Political Science, Sociology, Law, Economics, History, Mass Communication. Candidates must also possess a pass at credit level in O’level English Language

For M.Sc. Public Policy and Administration, candidate with at least a second class Honour degree upper division from a recognized university and with cumulative Grade point Average (CGPA) of not less than 3.00 in Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, Sociology will be accepted.

Humanity

Postgraduate

PhD

Faculty

Social Sciences

Department

Political Science

M.Phil/Ph.D./MSc./PGD General and Applied Psychology

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1. General and Applied Psychology
  1. M.Phil/Ph.D programmes:
    1. M.Phil/Ph.D. Clinical Psychology
    2. M.Phil/Ph.D. Organizational Psychology
  2. M.Sc. Programmes:
    1. M.Sc. Clinical Psychology
    2. M.Sc. Organizational Psychology
    3. M.Sc. Social and Terrorism Psychology
    4. M.Sc. Counselling Psychology
  3. Postgraduate Diploma Programmes:
    1. Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR M.Phil/Ph.D

For M.Phil/Ph.D programmes, candidates shall possess an M.Sc. in Psychology and must have earned a minimum Weighted Score Average (WSA) of 60.00%. Candidates must also satisfy requirements of the University for B.Sc. Psychology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR M.Sc.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR PGD

Candidates for admission into MSc. Programmes in Psychology must possess at least a second class Lower (2.2) Honours Degree in Psychology from a recognized University with at least a CGPA of 3.00 on a 5 point scale, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology. Candidates for M.Sc. Social and Terrorism Psychology must have a minimum of Second Class Lower Division and above in Psychology. Those with a Pass or Third Class degrees in Psychology will require an additional Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology. Persons without a first degree in Psychology MUST have a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology. Candidates must also satisfy requirements of the University for B.Sc. Psychology. is designed for re-tooling those whose initial degree were outside of psychology or whose first degrees in Psychology were poor but are interested in pursuing higher degrees in Psychology. This program runs for two semesters. Candidates must also satisfy requirements of the University for B.Sc. Psychology.

Postgraduate

Sciences

PhD

Faculty

Social Sciences

Department

General and Applied Psychology

M.Phil/Ph.D./MSc. Economics

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1. 1. Programmes:
    1. M.Phil/Ph.D Economics
    2. M.Sc Economics

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR M.PHIL/Ph.D OF ECONOMICS

For M.Phil/Ph.D programmes, candidates shall possess an M.Sc. in Economics and must have earned a minimum Weighted Score Average (WSA) of 60.00 from a recognized University. Candidate must also possess five credit passes including English, Mathematics and other relevant subjects at O' Level

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTERS(M.Sc) OF ECONOMICS

Candidate must possess five credit passes including English, Mathematics and other relevant subjects at O' Level and shall have obtained a minimum of Second Class Honours Lower Division in Economics in his/her Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00 from a recognized University.

Postgraduate

Sciences

PhD

Faculty

Social Sciences

Department

Economics