MOAUM Postgraduate Admission Form 2025/2026: Full Guide for Applicants

MOAUM Postgraduate Admission Form 2025/2026-Reverend Father Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, widely recognized in earlier years as Benue State University (BSUM), has officially opened its postgraduate admissions window for the 2025/2026 academic year.

The university invites qualified applicants from across Nigeria and beyond to apply for its wide range of advanced programmes, including Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s Degrees, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programmes.

This comprehensive guide breaks down all available courses, minimum entry requirements, programme durations, application procedures, and essential regulations you must follow to secure admission successfully. If you’re planning to advance your academic or professional journey at MOAUM, consider this your detailed roadmap.

Available Postgraduate Programmes Across Faculties

MOAUM offers one of the most extensive postgraduate collections in Nigeria. Below is a streamlined overview of the departments and programmes available for the 2025/2026 admission cycle.

1. Faculty of Arts

The Faculty of Arts provides a rich blend of postgraduate programmes that explore culture, language, literature, and history.

Languages & Linguistics

M.A. Linguistics – Full-time
M.A. French – Full-time
PhD Linguistics – Full-time
PhD French – Full-time

English

M.A. Literature in English – Full-time
PhD Literature in English – Full-time

History (Full-time/Part-time)
Master’s Specializations:

Nigerian History (Central Nigeria)
African History
Economic History
Historiography
Diplomatic History

PhD Specializations include all the above, plus Cultural History.

Theatre Arts
A wide range of full-time specializations, including:

Theatre for Development
Film Studies
Directing
Playwriting
Media Arts
Theatre Technology
Acting, Speech & Voice
Choreography
Ethnomusicology
Theatre Tourism
… and many more

Plus: PhD in Theatre Arts

Religion & Cultural Studies
Master’s and PhD levels offer options such as:

Old Testament
New Testament
African Religion
Comparative Religion
Church History
Christian Ethics
Sociology of Religion

Note: Admirable proficiency in New Testament Greek is required for the PhD in New Testament.

Philosophy
M.A. & PhD specializations include:

African Philosophy
Ethics
Epistemology
Metaphysics
Social & Political Philosophy

2. Faculty of Education

Across the Faculty of Education are programmes designed for educators, researchers, and administrators.

Arts & Social Science Education

M.Ed Curriculum & Instruction
M.Ed. Language Education
M.Ed. Social Studies Education
PhD equivalents for all above

Science & Mathematics Education

M.Sc.(Ed) Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
M.Ed Measurement & Evaluation
M.Ed. Mathematics & Science Education
PhD options in Measurement, Math Education, and Science Education

Educational Foundations

M.Ed. Educational Management
M.Ed. Educational Psychology
M.Ed Guidance & Counselling (Full/Part-time)
PGDE – Full-time
PhD in several branches, including Marriage & Family Counselling

Library & Information Science

MLIS – Full-time

Human Kinetics & Health Education

M.Sc.(Ed) Sports Management
M.Sc.(Ed) Physical & Health Education
PhD Public Health Education

3. Faculty of Environmental Sciences

A top choice for students interested in environment, space, design, and planning.

Geography
M.Sc. options include:

Environmental Management
Climatology
Hydrology
Rural Geography
Geomorphology
Urban Geography
Population Studies
Soil Science
… among others

Plus a PhD in Geography.

Urban & Regional Planning
Master’s programmes such as:

Urban Management
Urban Design
Housing
Transportation Planning
Regional Planning

Also available:

Postgraduate Diploma in Planning Studies
PhD Urban & Regional Planning

4. Faculty of Technology & Industrial Studies

Focuses on practical, industry-driven learning.

Industrial Technology
Master’s and PhD tracks in:

Construction Technology
Electrical/Electronics Technology
Mechanical/Automobile Technology

5. Faculty of Law

LL.M (Master of Laws) – Full-time
PhD Laws – Full-time

6. Faculty of Management Sciences

Accounting

M.Sc Accounting & Finance
Master in Public Sector Accounting
PGDA
PhD Accounting/Finance

Business Management

MBA (Management, Banking & Finance, Marketing, Accounting & Finance)
PGDM – Full-time
M.Sc., PhD Management/Marketing

7. Faculty of Communication & Media Studies

Specializations under Mass Communication include:

Broadcasting (Radio, TV, Film)
Journalism (Print Media)
PR & Advertising
Plus PGDMC.

8. Faculty of Social Sciences

Economics
Specializations across development, monetary, public finance, labour, environmental, and health economics (M.Sc. & PhD).

Political Science
Master’s offerings:

MPA
M.Sc. & M.A. International Relations
Peace & Conflict Studies
Political Science

PhD specializations include:

Diplomacy
Comparative Politics
Political Economy
Political Philosophy
Research Methods

Psychology
Master’s and PhD options available in:

Clinical
Industrial/Organizational
Experimental
Developmental
Social
Health Psychology

Sociology
Specializations include criminology, gender studies, rural sociology, industrial relations, etc.

9. Faculty of Science

Biology
M.Sc. and PhD tracks in:

Parasitology
Plant Pathology
Entomology
Fisheries & Hydrobiology
Plant Breeding
Taxonomy

Chemistry
Programmes span:

Organic Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Industrial Chemistry

Physics
M.Sc./PhD specialties include:

Radiation Physics
Medical Physics
Theoretical Physics
Environmental/Atmospheric Physics

Mathematics & Computer Science

M.Sc Mathematics
M.Sc. Computer Science
PGD Computer Science

10. Basic Medical Sciences

M.Sc. & PhD Human Physiology
M.Sc. & PhD Human Anatomy

11. Clinical Sciences

MPH (Public Health)
MRH (Reproductive Health)

12. Centre for Gender Studies

Master’s specializations include:

Gender & Health
Gender & Human Rights
Gender & Education
Gender & Climate Change
Gender & Security, Peace, and Conflict
Plus PGD Gender Studies.

General Entry Requirements

Before applying for any postgraduate course, candidates must satisfy MOAUM’s baseline admissions conditions.

O’Level Requirements

Every applicant must have:

Credit in English and Mathematics
Additional subject-specific O’Level credits depending on the course

Special cases such as NCE English, NCE Use of English, and IJMB equivalents are accepted.

Requirements for Master’s Degrees (M.Sc/M.A/M.Ed)

Applicants must:

Hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least a Second Class Lower (CGPA 2.50)
Meet O’Level conditions

Programme-specific rules also apply for:

Physiology & Anatomy
MBA
Computer Science
Management/Accounting
Mathematics

PhD Admission Requirements

To qualify for a PhD programme at MOAUM, applicants must:

Hold a good Master’s degree (minimum CGPA 3.50)
Meet all O’Level and Bachelor’s requirements
Submit a research proposal for specific programmes
Attend screenings, interviews, or examinations where required

Programme Duration

Postgraduate Diploma

1–2 years

Master’s

Full-time: 1–2 years
Part-time: 2–3 years

PhD

Full-time: 3–5 years
Part-time: 5–7 years

How to Apply for MOAUM Postgraduate Admission

All applications are completed online. Follow these steps carefully:

Step 1: Start the Online Pre-Registration

Visit www.bsum.edu.ng
Go to Applications → Postgraduate
Fill out the pre-registration form
Print the application slip (your application number is on it)

Step 2: Pay the Application Fee

Visit any Fidelity Bank branch
Pay ₦20,000 non-refundable fee
Use your application number for the payment

Step 3: Complete the Full Online Application

Return to the portal
Fill out the detailed application form
Upload academic credentials, certificates, and a passport photo
Submit and print your final application

Step 4: Ensure Your Referees Respond

Referees must complete the required online reference forms.

Step 5: Send Your Transcript

Your former university should send your transcript directly to:

The Secretary, Postgraduate School
Reverend Father Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi

Application Deadline

Applications close 30 days after the advertisement date.
Late submissions attract an extra ₦5,000.