Landmark University Postgraduate Admission Form: The management of Landmark University (LMU), Omu-Aran, Kwara State is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its postgraduate programmes for the 2024/2025 academic session. The university offers a wide range of postgraduate programmes in various disciplines. Below are the available programmes offered by the different colleges at Landmark University:
Available Postgraduate Programmes at Landmark University
College of Business and Social Sciences
- Accounting
- Business Administration (with options in Business Administration, Management, and Entrepreneurship, including MBA)
- Sociology
- Political Science
- Banking and Finance
- Economics
- International Relations
College of Agricultural Sciences
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
- Crop Science
- Soil Science
- Animal Science
College of Engineering
- Agricultural and Bio-Systems Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical & Information Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
College of Pure and Applied Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Computer Science
- Industrial Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics
General Admission Requirements
Doctoral (Ph.D.) Degree Programmes
Admission into any of the doctoral programmes at Landmark University is open to graduates of Landmark University, Omu-Aran, or any other university recognized by the Landmark University Senate. The prospective candidates must possess a relevant Master's degree. The admission requirements for the Ph.D. programmes are as follows:
- An average of at least 60% (3.5 CGPA) in the Master's degree programme
- Between 55% - 59% to qualify for M.Phil. Ph.D.
- Between 50% - 54% to qualify for M.Phil. Programme
All applicants must submit their academic transcripts and recommendations from two academic referees from their previous tertiary institution. The duration for a Ph.D. degree programme is a minimum of six (6) semesters and a maximum of ten (10) semesters for full-time candidates. The Ph.D. programme includes relevant courses and requires the submission of a thesis.
Master Degree Programmes
Admission into any of the Master's Degree programmes at Landmark University is open to graduates of Landmark University, Omu-Aran, or any other university recognized by the Landmark University Senate. The prospective candidates must meet the following requirements:
- At least a minimum of Second Class Lower Honours Degree of Landmark University, Omu Aran, or any other University recognized by the Senate, in a relevant discipline.
- Third Class Bachelor's degree and a good Postgraduate Diploma (PGD).
- HND (minimum of Merit grade) plus PGD.
All applicants must submit their academic transcripts and recommendations from two academic referees from their previous tertiary institution. The duration for a Master's degree programme is a minimum of three (3) semesters and a maximum of five (5) semesters for full-time candidates. The Master Degree programme includes relevant courses and requires the production of a dissertation after the research work.
Postgraduate Diploma Programmes
Admission into any of the Postgraduate Diploma programmes at Landmark University is open to graduates of Landmark University, Omu-Aran, or any other Tertiary Institution recognized by the Landmark University Senate. The prospective candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Five (5) credit passes, including English, Mathematics, and three other relevant subjects at 'O' levels.
- Candidates with a Bachelor's degree from an approved University must obtain a minimum of Third Class Degree in a relevant discipline.
- Holders of HND in relevant programmes from approved institutions with a minimum of a Pass in the subjects.
All applicants must submit their academic transcripts and recommendations from two academic referees from their previous tertiary institution. The duration for a Postgraduate Diploma programme is a minimum of two (2) semesters and a maximum of four (4) semesters for full-time candidates.
Other Requirements
- All higher degree applicants who attended foreign universities where English is not the medium of instruction should submit evidence of their English Language proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores, to the Postgraduate School.
- There shall be a qualifying test for all applicants into Postgraduate Diploma and Master Degree programmes. International candidates for PGD and Master Degree will participate in an online assessment chat. Applicants pursuing a Doctoral Degree will be required to submit a Doctoral Thesis Proposal along with their application.
- Candidates applying for any of the full-time programmes of the University must present a letter of release from their employers at the point of registration.
- Applicants in the PGD, as well as Master Degree categories, will be duly informed of the date for their qualifying tests.
Application Fees
- Ph.D. - ₦15,000.00
- Master/M.Phil. - ₦10,000.00
- PGD - ₦5,000.00
To apply, please visit the official website of Landmark University.
In conclusion, Landmark University offers a wide range of postgraduate programmes in various disciplines. With its rigorous academic standards and world-class faculty, the university provides an excellent platform for pursuing advanced studies. Prospective candidates are encouraged to carefully review the admission requirements and submit their applications before the deadline. Don't miss this opportunity to further your education and advance your career at Landmark University. Apply today!
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