FUNAAB Postgraduate Form 2025/2026-The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has officially opened its postgraduate admissions for the 2025/2026 academic cycle, welcoming applicants who wish to further their studies in a wide range of educational and professional programmes.
This guide breaks down everything you need to know, from available courses across the university’s colleges to eligibility requirements, programme duration, and how to apply.
Suppose you’re planning to advance your career through postgraduate education at one of Nigeria’s most recognised universities. In that case, this detailed overview will help you understand your options and determine the right path for your academic goals.
Programmes Available in FUNAAB Postgraduate School
FUNAAB offers postgraduate opportunities through multiple specialised colleges, each providing advanced training tailored to specific academic fields.
A. College of Agricultural Management and Rural Development (COLAMRUD)
Department of Agricultural Administration
Programmes in this department are ideal for candidates interested in leadership and management roles within agricultural institutions. Options include a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), a Master’s in Agricultural Administration, and a PhD, all offered on a full-time basis. Areas of study include administration systems, organisational behaviour in agriculture, and human resource management.
Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management
This department offers weekend-based PGD and Master’s options for students who want flexible learning. Professional and academic programmes cover various fields such as:
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Production economics
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Policy and development studies
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Food markets and international trade
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Consumer economics
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Cooperative development
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Environmental and resource economics
Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
Applicants can pursue postgraduate training in gender studies, extension systems, rural development, innovation studies, communication in agriculture, and community development. Both academic and professional programmes are available.
B. College of Animal Science and Livestock Production (COLANIM)
This college offers a diverse range of programmes across breeding, nutrition, physiology, production, and range management.
Key programme areas include:
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Animal breeding, biotechnology, and genetics
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Livestock nutrition for monogastric and ruminant animals
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Physiological studies in animal production
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Health, production systems, and livestock management
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PGD courses in poultry, cattle, meat processing, piggery, rabbit farming, and more
These programmes are suited for graduates who want advanced technical knowledge in livestock science. Note that only Animal Science graduates are eligible for certain Master’s and PhD programmes.
C. College of Engineering (COLENG)
FUNAAB offers specialised engineering programmes relevant to agricultural technologies, infrastructure, and industrial development.
Departments include:
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Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering, with options such as power and machinery, soil and water engineering, food processing, and environmental engineering
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Civil Engineering, covering highway engineering, foundations, water resource systems, and environmental engineering
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Mechanical Engineering, with courses in thermofluids, industrial engineering, materials, mechanics, and design
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering, specialising in power systems, communication, control systems, and electronics
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Mechatronics Engineering, offering PGD to PhD programmes in robotics, automation, and intelligent systems
D. College of Environmental Resources Management (COLERM)
This college trains professionals in environmental sciences and resource planning.
Programmes include:
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Aquaculture and Fisheries (Nutrition, Pathology, Management, etc.)
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Environmental Management and Toxicology
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Forestry and Wildlife Management
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Water Resources Management and Agrometeorology
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Climate change studies and water sanitation
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Professional Master’s for environmental practitioners
E. College of Food Science and Human Ecology (COLFHEC)
This college offers full-time postgraduate programmes in:
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Food quality assurance
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Food processing and storage
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Nutrition and dietetics
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Home science and management
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Hospitality, tourism, event management, and related fields
F. College of Biosciences (COLBIOS)
Students can pursue advanced degrees in:
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Biochemistry
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Botany (cytology, plant physiology, pathology, taxonomy)
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Zoology (parasitology, ecology, physiology, etc.)
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Microbiology across environmental, industrial, agricultural, or medical specialisations
G. College of Physical Sciences (COLPHYS)
Programmes here include:
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Mathematics (ODEs, algebra, statistics, optimisation)
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Physics (environmental, radiation, condensed matter, theoretical physics)
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Chemistry (industrial, organic, inorganic, physical, analytical)
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Statistics and applied statistical sciences
H. College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COLPLANT)
Postgraduate programmes include:
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Crop protection (entomology, pathology, nematology, pest ecology)
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Plant breeding and seed technology
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Horticulture
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Crop physiology, crop production, weed science
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Soil science (chemistry, physics, fertility, pedology, conservation, land management)
I. College of Veterinary Medicine (COLVET)
This college provides specialised training for veterinary graduates in areas such as:
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Clinical veterinary medicine
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Surgery and anesthesiology
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Public health and preventive medicine
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Pathology, microbiology, parasitology, and laboratory technology
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Veterinary reproduction and toxicology
J. College of Entrepreneurial and Development Studies (COLENDS)
Programmes include:
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MBA (Weekend only)
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Postgraduate, Master’s, and PhD in entrepreneurial finance, HR, marketing, and innovation
K. Institute of Communication and General Studies
The institute provides graduate study opportunities in:
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Peace and strategic studies
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Security and intelligence studies
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Professional ethics
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Communication studies
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Library and information science
L. College of Computing Sciences
A growing field in FUNAAB, the Computer Science department offers M.Sc. and PhD degrees in various computing areas. Admission runs on a rolling basis through both semesters.
General Admission Requirements
To apply for any FUNAAB postgraduate programme, candidates must meet the academic and departmental requirements listed below:
For PGD Programmes
Applicants need a relevant HND or a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised institution.
For Master’s Programmes
Candidates must possess:
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A minimum of Second Class Upper in a relevant discipline
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Second Class Lower may be accepted depending on the programme
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Additional requirements may include PGD (for certain fields), professional experience, or prerequisite courses in related subjects
For MBA & Professional Masters
Applicants must hold:
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A Bachelor’s Degree or HND (Upper Credit) with PGD
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Some programmes accept applicants with professional certificates and relevant work experience
For Ph.D. Programmes
Applicants must have a Master’s Degree with strong academic performance in a related field. Some departments may require research proposals and oral/written assessments.
Programme Duration Overview
FUNAAB’s postgraduate programmes follow the timeline below:
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Ph.D. Full-Time: 6–10 semesters
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Ph.D. Part-Time: 8–12 semesters
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Masters Full-Time: 4–8 semesters
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Master’s Part-Time: 8–12 semesters
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Professional Master’s Full-Time: 3–6 semesters
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Professional Master’s Part-Time: 4–8 semesters
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PGD Full-Time: 2–4 semesters
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PGD Part-Time: 4–8 semesters
How to Apply
All applicants must apply online via the FUNAAB Postgraduate Portal:
pgs.funaab.edu.ng or pg.unaab.edu.ng
Application fee: ₦21,650 (excluding bank charges)
Application Timeline:
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Portal Opens: Monday, 10th November, 2025
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Deadline for Masters & PGD: Monday, 29th December, 2025
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Ph.D. Applications: Accepted all year