FUTO Postgraduate Admission Form 2022/2023 Session

F.U.T.O. Postgraduate Admission Form 2022: The Postgraduate School, Federal University of Technology, Owerri (F.U.T.O.) invites applications from qualified candidates for admission into its various postgraduate programs for the 2022/2023 academic session. The postgraduate programs are available in Diploma, Master, and Doctorate programs under Regular, Part-Time, and Centre for Continuing Education (Weekend) modes. Additionally, the University offers postgraduate programs in the Institute of Women, Gender and Development Studies (IWoGDS), Institute of Erosion Studies (I.E.S.), and Public Procurement Research Centre (P.P.R.C.).

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F.U.T.O. Postgraduate Admission Requirements

1.0 GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENT

The following are the general entry requirements for F.U.T.O.’s postgraduate programs:

For Engineering courses, candidates must have credit passes at ‘level in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
Candidates must possess five credits for other courses, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology/Agricultural Science, and two other relevant subjects at O’level.

2.0 OTHER NECESSARY INFORMATION

2.1 Postgraduate Diploma (P.G.D.)

The following are the entry requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma program:

All candidates must meet matriculation requirements, including O’level credit passes in English language and mathematics and any other related subjects as required by the Department.
Holders of HND with credit or above in its relevant areas and professional qualifications, such as I.C.A.N., A.C.A., FIST, F.I.M.T., F.M.I.L.T., and F.N.I.S.T., may also qualify for admission.
Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant discipline from F.U.T.O. or another recognized university with at least a third-class honors.
A good Bachelor’s Degree with at least second-class honors in other related disciplines.

3.0 MASTERS: M.SC, M.ENG, M. TECH, AND MPH

Candidates applying for the Master of Science (M.Sc), Master of Engineering (M.Eng), Master of Technology (M.Tech), and Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) programs must possess any of the following, in addition to O’Level Credit Passes in English Language and Mathematics and satisfying the basic matriculation requirements of the Department/Institute:

A Bachelor’s degree with at least a Second Class Honours (Lower Division) qualification in the related area from F.U.T.O. or from any other recognized University.
A bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University plus a P.G.D. of not less than 2.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale and a 2.50 CGPA on a 4-point scale in the relevant area.

However, for M.SC in Financial Management Technology and Management Technology, candidates must possess ‘Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any two subjects from Physics, Biology, Agricultural Science, and Geography.

3.1 M.SC IN OPTOMETRY

Candidates applying for the Master of Science (M.Sc) in Optometry program must possess any of the following, in addition to O’Level Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry:

A Doctor of Optometry (O.D.O.D.) degree with a minimum of 2.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale or 2.00 CGPA on a 4-point scale in the related area from F.U.T.O. or from any other recognized University.
Completion of the one-year internship program and N.Y.S.C. program.

3.2 Ph.D. IN OPTOMETRY

Candidates applying for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Optometry program with options in Clinical Optometry, Vision Science, and Ocular Health must possess the following, in addition to O’level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry:

A Master of Science (M.Sc) degree from any recognized University within or outside Nigeria with a C.G.P.A. of 2.50 and above on a 4.00 scale and 3.50 and above on a 5.00 scale for options in Clinical Optometry, Vision Science, and Ocular Health, respectively.
Completion of the one-year internship program and N.Y.S.C. program.
Meet other requirements of the Postgraduate School of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri.

3.3 M.SC IN GENDER STUDIES

Candidates applying for the Master of Science (M.Sc) in Gender Studies program must possess any of the following:

Higher National Diploma (HND) Upper Credit or above plus P.G.D. in Gender Studies
Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant discipline from F.U.T.O. or any other recognized University with at least a Third Class Honours plus a P.G.D. in Gender Studies.
A good Bachelor’s Degree with at least Second Class Honours in other related disciplines.

3.4 O’LEVEL REQUIREMENT FOR GENDER STUDIES

Candidates must possess O’level credit passes in English Language and Mathematics, in addition to any other three subjects as follows:

Gender and Development Studies/Entrepreneurship (Economics, Government or History, Commerce, Geography).
Gender and Science/Global Health (Chemistry, Biology, Physics)
Gender and Technology (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Agricultural Science).
Gender and Agricultural Technology (Chemistry, Agricultural Science or Biology, and Food Nutrition or Home Economics).

4.0 MPH IN PUBLIC HEALTH TECHNOLOGY

Candidates applying for the Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) in Public Health Technology program with Options in Infectious Diseases and Global Health program must possess any of the following, in addition to O’level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry:

A degree in Public Health (M.P.H.) with a Minimum of 2.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale or 2.00 CGPA on a 4-point scale in the related area from F.U.T.O. or from any other recognized University.
Completion of the one-year internship program and N.Y.S.C. program.

4.01 DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN PUBLIC HEALTH TECHNOLOGY

Candidates applying for the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Health Technology Program with Options in Infectious Diseases and Global Health program must possess any of the following, in addition to O’level Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry:

A Master’s in Public Health (M.P.H.) Degree from any recognized University within or outside Nigeria with a C.G.P.A. of 2.50 and above on a 5.0 scale or 3.50 and above on a 5.0 scale.

5.0 M.Sc IN INSTITUTE OF EROSION STUDIES

Candidates applying for the Master of Science in Institute of Erosion Studies with options in Integrated Watershed Management and Urban Drainage System and Management must possess any of the following, in addition to English and Mathematics and the basic matriculation requirements of the Department:

A first degree with at least a second class honors qualification with a minimum of 2.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale or 2.00 CGPA on a 4-point scale in the related area from F.U.T.O. or from any other recognized University.
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University plus a P.G.D. of not less than 3.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale and a 2.00 CGPA on a 4.0-point scale in the relevant area.

5.01 Ph.D. IN THE INSTITUTE OF EROSION STUDIES

Candidates applying for the Doctor of Philosophy in the Institute of Erosion Studies with options in Integrated Watershed Management and Urban Drainage System Management must possess any of the following, in addition to English and Mathematics and the basic matriculation requirements of the Department:

A Master’s Degree with a C.G.P.A. of 3.50 on a 5.00 point scale or 2.50 on a 4.0 point scale or its equivalent in the relevant areas from F.U.T.O. or any recognized University.
Any other qualification as the University Senate may, from time to time, recognize/approve.

6.0 CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL STANDARDS FUTO CE-SPESS) POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

Each of the three programs, Procurement Management, Environmental standards, and social standards, offers the following:

Procurement Management
- Postgraduate Diploma (P.G.D.) in Procurement Management
- Master of Science (M.Sc) in Procurement Management
Environmental Standards
- Postgraduate Diploma (P.G.D.) in Environmental Standards
- Master of Science (M.Sc) in Environmental Standards with the following specializations: a) M.Sc Livelihood and Environmental Resource Management b) M.Sc Environmental Risk Assessment and Management c) M.SC Geographic and Environmental Information System d) M.Sc Climate Change and Natural Resource Management
Social Standards
- Postgraduate Diploma (P.G.D.) in Social Standards
- Master of Science (M.Sc) in Social Standards

Candidates are advised to visit the center’s website, https://cespesss.org/ng/, for specific entry requirements, scholarship information, and online application procedures.

7.0 GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

Applicants must satisfy the following basic matriculation requirements:

Five (5) credits pass in ‘O’ level subjects, including Mathematics, English, Physics, Chemistry, and one other Science subject.

7.1 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Candidates with the following qualifications are eligible for admission provided they meet the UME requirements for admission into the Electrical/Electronic Engineering undergraduate program:

Higher National Diploma (HND) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with at least a Lower Credit.
B.Sc, B.Eng, or B. Tech in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with at least a pass degree.
H.D.H.D. in Communication Engineering (C.O.E.), Electronic and Computer Engineering (E.C.E.), and Power System Engineering (P.S.E.) with at least Lower Credit.
B.Sc, B.Eng, or B. Tech in Communication Engineering, Electronic, and Computer Engineering, and Power System Engineering with at least a pass degree.
Other related disciplines may be considered.

7.2 MASTER (M.ENG) DEGREE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

All applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

Basic matriculation requirements of five (5) credit pass in five subjects, including Mathematics, English, and three Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, and any other Science subject).
A Bachelor Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or other fields relevant to the program from an accredited University with a minimum of second-class Honours lower division with a C.G.P.A. of not less than 2.50 on a 5-point scale or 2.00 on a 4-point scale from a recognized University.
A Bachelors Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or another field relevant to the program from an accredited University with second class Honours lower division and a C.G.P.A. of not less than 2.50 or third class, in addition to a Post Bachelor Degree (P.G.D.) in a relevant field of study from an accredited University.
Any other qualifications may be approved by the University Senate.

7.3 DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Ph.D.) DEGREE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

All applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

Basic matriculation requirements of five (5) credit pass in five subjects, including Mathematics, English, and three Science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, and any other Science subject).
A Masters Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or another relevant field of study from an accredited University with a minimum C.G.P.A. of 3.0 on a scale of 5.0 or its equivalent.
Any other qualifications may be approved by the University Senate.

8.0 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (M.B.A.)

Candidates applying for the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) program must possess any of the following in addition to O’Level Credit Passes in English and Mathematics and satisfy the basic matriculation requirements of the Department:

A good Honours Degree with at least a Second Class Honours (Lower Division) in the area of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Management Technology from F.U.T.O. or from any other recognized University.
Graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University with at least a third-class qualification.
Higher National Diploma (HND) lower credit or above plus a Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant field may apply for the M.B.A. program.
A Bachelor’s degree in other fields plus a P.G.D. in a relevant field.

However, for M.B.A. in Financial Management Technology and Management Technology, candidates must possess O’Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any two subjects from Physics, Agricultural Science, and Geography.

9.0 DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Ph.D.)

Candidates applying for the Ph.D. program must possess any of the following in addition to O’Level Credit Passes in English and Mathematics and satisfying the basic matriculation requirements of the Department/Institute:

A Master’s Degree with a C.G.P.A. of 3.50 on a 5.00 point scale or 3.00 on a 4.00 point scale or its equivalent in the relevant areas from F.U.T.O. or any recognized University.
Any other qualification as the University Senate may, from time to time, recognize/approve.

10.0 PGD, M. Tech/Ph.D PROGRAMMES IN BUILDING TECHNOLOGY

GENERAL ENTRY REQUIREMENT

All candidates must have five credit passes at O’level, including:

English Language
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Anyone from the following: geography, biology, agricultural science, economics, technical drawing, and fine/applied arts.

11.0 Postgraduate Diploma (P.G.D.) in Building Technology

All candidates must meet the matriculation requirements, including five O’level credit passes in:

English Language
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Anyone from the following: geography, biology, agricultural science, economics, technical drawing, and fine/applied arts.

The following candidates are eligible for admission:

Holders of HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in Building or any other related field from a recognized Polytechnic.
First Degree in Building, Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or any other related discipline except (B.Ed) from a recognized University, with a minimum of Third Class Degree.
A good Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Honours in other related disciplines.

11.1 M. TECH/Ph.D IN BUILDING TECHNOLOGY

The M. Tech/Ph.D program in Building Technology is available in the following options:

Construction Management
Building Services
Building and Facilities Maintenance Management
Building Structures

11.1.1 M. TECH in Building Technology

Candidates with a good B. Tech or B.Sc (Hons) Degree in Building with at least a Second Class Lower Division or any other related discipline from a recognized university in Nigeria will be eligible for admission into the M. Tech program, provided they meet the O’level credit requirements. Applicants with a P.G.D. certificate in addition to their degree certificate can also apply for consideration.

11.1.2. Ph.D. in Building Technology

Candidates with a good M.Sc/M. Tech degrees from a recognized university in Nigeria with at least a weighted score of 3.50 on a 5.00 scale or 3.00 on a 4.00 scale are eligible to apply for a Ph.D. Programme in Building.

12.00 PGD, M. Tech/Ph.D in Urban and Religion Planning

All candidates must have five credit passes at O’Level, including English Language, Mathematics, Geography, and any two from the following Physics, Biology, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Economics, Technical Drawing, and Fine/Applied Arts.

a. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA (P.G.D.) IN URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING

All candidates must meet matriculation requirements, including five O’Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Geography, and two other subjects from Physics, Biology, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Economics, and Technical Drawing, Fine/Applied Arts.
Holders of N.D.N.D. with a minimum of Lower credit in Town Planning or any other related field from a recognized Polytechnic.
First Degree in Environmental Studies, Social Sciences, Engineering, or any other related discipline (except B.Ed) from a recognized University, with a minimum of third-class Degree.
A good Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Honours in other related disciplines- Geography, Sociology, etc.

13.00 MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY (M. Tech) IN URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING

Candidates applying for the Master of Technology (M. Tech) in Urban and Regional Planning programs must possess any of the following qualifications in addition to O’Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Geography, and any two from Physics, Biology, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Economics, Technical Drawing, Fine/Applied Arts and satisfying the basic matriculation requirements of the Department.

B. Tech degree Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning (BURP) with at least Second Class Honours (Lower Division) of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, or its equivalent from any other recognized University.
B.Sc Degree from a recognized University plus a P.G.D. not less than 2.50 CGPA on a 5-point scale and a 2.00 CGPA on a 4-point scale in Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Engineering as recognized by the Department.

14.0 DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Ph.D.) IN URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING

Candidates applying for the Ph.D. program in Urban and Regional Planning must possess any of the following in addition to O’Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Geography, any two from Physics, Biology, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Economics, Technical Drawing, Fine/Applied Arts, and the basic matriculation requirements of the Department.

A Master’s Degree (M. Tech, M.U.R.P. on/M.sc) in Urban and Regional Planning with a C.G.P.A. of 3.50 on a 5.00 point scale or 2.80 on a 4.00 point scale on any recognized University.
Any other qualification as the University Senate may, from time to time, recognize and approve.

15.0 PGD in Prosthetics and Orthotics

Candidates for the P.G.D. must possess any of the following:

A bachelor’s Degree with a third class or second class lower with a C.G.P.A. of not less than 3.00 on a scale of 5.00 in Prosthetics and Orthotics
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Prosthetics ad Orthotics and occupational therapy from a recognized institution with a minimum of a lower credit grade.
Bachelor’s Degree in related science disciplines. Rehabilitation sciences, other medical sciences, and relevant Engineering fields (B.Sc./B. Tech, B.Eng) with a minimum of a second-class lower Degree from a recognized University.

15.2 M.Sc in Prosthetics and Orthotics

Candidates applying for M.Sc in Prosthetics and Orthotics program with options in Clinical and Rehabilitation, Industrial, and Material must satisfy the basic matriculation requirements, which are five subjects credit passes at W.A.S.S.C.E. or O’level in Mathematics, English Language, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

A Bachelors Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics or Biomedical Engineering Technology with at least a second-class honor qualification with a minimum of 3.00 CGPA on a 5.00 scale from any recognized and approved University.
P.G.D. in Prosthetics and Orthotics from F.U.T.O. or any recognized University.

15.3 Ph.D. in Prosthetics and Orthotics

Candidates for Ph.D. in Prosthetics and Orthotics program must possess the following:

Master’s Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics with C.G.P.A. of 3.50 and above in Prosthetics and Orthotics from F.U.T.O. or any other recognized University.

NOTE: Candidates with Bachelor’s or Master’s Degrees in Education (B.Ed and M.Ed) need not apply.

Duration of F.U.T.O. Postgraduate Programmes

Ph.D. Programs: A minimum of six (6) semesters and a maximum of ten (10) semesters for full-time, and a minimum of eight (8) semesters and a maximum of fourteen (14) semesters for part-time students.
M.Sc, M.Eng, M.P.H., and M.B.A. Programmes: A minimum of three (3) semesters and a maximum of six (6) semesters for full-time, and a minimum of four (4) semesters and a maximum of eight (8) semesters for part-time students
P.G.D. Programs: A minimum of two (2) semesters and a maximum of four (4) semesters for full-time, and a minimum of four (4) semesters and a maximum of six (6) semesters for part-time students.
POSTGRADUATE (WEEKEND) Programmes:
- P.G.D. Programs: A minimum of four (4) semesters and a maximum of eight (8) semesters.
- M.B.A. Programmes: A minimum of eight (8) semesters and a maximum of twelve (12) semesters.

How to Obtain F.U.T.O. Postgraduate Admission Form

Any interested candidate should pay a non-refundable fee of eleven thousand, three hundred nairas (N11,300.00) only at any of the Deposit Money Banks (D.M.B.) through the Remita Gateway on the Postgraduate application platform and then complete the online application.

Candidates are advised to apply online following the procedure given below:

CLICK HERE TO START THE APPLICATION

Step 1: Go to the F.U.T.O. Website – www.futo.edu.ng
Step 2: Click on Prospective Students.
Step 3: Select Postgraduate Application
Step 4: Click on the link Apply here
Step 5: Enter your email address
Step 6: Click on Generate Invoice
Step 7: Enter your details and click on submit to generate a payment invoice
Step 8: Print your invoice containing your R.R.R. number (Remita Retrieval Reference) and proceed to the bank for payment or make payment via A.T.M. card.
Step 9: Return to Step 4 above
Step 10: Enter your email address again to complete P.G.P.G. Application form online. Note: Ensure that the referee’s email address supplied is valid, as a referee form link will be sent to your referees for completion online.
Step 11: Print out a copy of the Acknowledgement Slip when the form is completed. Also, an acknowledgment would be sent to the email address you provided while filling out the form. Therefore, make sure you provide a valid email address.

NOTE:

Candidates are advised to complete the application forms online through www.futo.edu.ng as of February 6, 2023.
Ensure that the referee’s email address supplied is valid, as a referee form link will be sent to your referee for completion online.
Please note that only valid email addresses and phone numbers are used, as further correspondence will be through these channels.
Print out a copy of the acknowledgment slip when the form is complete. Also, an acknowledgment will be sent to the email address you provided while filling out the form. Therefore, make sure you provide a valid personal email address.
Ensure that the online form is carefully and correctly completed.
For more inquiries, send an email to [email protected].

Documents to Submit for F.U.T.O. Postgraduate Programmes.

Candidates should upload the following relevant documents in support of their application online

Higher National Diploma (HND) Certificate/Statement of Result
University Degree Certificates/Statement of Result
N.Y.S.C. Discharge Certificate/Exemption Letter
“O” Level Result
Other relevant documents.

Submission of Academic Transcripts to F.U.T.O.

All applicants must forward their transcript to reach the Deputy Registrar/Secretary, Postgraduate School, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.

Please note that any application without an academic transcript will not be considered for admission.

F.U.T.O. Postgraduate Programme Admission Application Closing Date.

The website will close on April 30, 2023, and all submissions of documents will close on the same day. All successful candidates will be notified via email/SMS.