Are you planning to pursue a Postgraduate Diploma, Masters, or Ph.D. at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)? This guide provides everything you need—from available courses to entry requirements and application procedures. Read carefully to ensure your application is complete, error-free, and fully accepted.
Available Postgraduate Programmes at FUNAAB
Below is a breakdown of the programmes available across all colleges of the university:
A. COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT & RURAL DEVELOPMENT (COLAMRUD)
Department of Agricultural Administration
- PGD Agricultural Administration (Full Time)
- M.Sc. & Ph.D. Agricultural Administration
- Agricultural Administration
- Human Resources Management in Agriculture
- Extension Development & Management Innovations
Department of Agricultural Economics & Farm Management
- PGD Agricultural Economics (Weekend)
- M.Sc. Agricultural Economics (Professional – Weekend)
- MBA-Agribusiness (Weekend)
- M.Agric. & Ph.D. Agricultural Economics (Options):
- Agribusiness Management & Finance
- Agricultural Development & Policy Analysis
- Agricultural Marketing & Trade
- Consumer Welfare & Food Economics
- Cooperative Development
- Agricultural Production Economics
- Agricultural Finance
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Department of Agricultural Extension & Rural Development
- M.Sc. (Professional – Weekend) Gender Development Studies
- PGD (Weekend), M.Agric. & Ph.D. in:
- Agricultural Extension and Innovation Studies
- Agriculture and Rural Development
- Agricultural Communication & Information Management
- Agricultural Extension System Management
- Subject Matter Extension
B. COLLEGE OF ANIMAL SCIENCE & LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION (COLANIM)
Only graduates of Animal Science should apply for M.Agric and Ph.D. in this college.
Programmes include:
- Animal Biotechnology
- Animal Nutrition (Monogastric & Ruminant)
- Animal Physiology
- Ruminant & Non-Ruminant Production
- Livestock Feed Resources
- Poultry Breeding & Hatchery Management
- Wildlife Management
- Pasture Production & Utilization
C. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING (COLENG)
Programmes available in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, Mechatronics Engineering & more. Core areas include:
- Farm Power & Machinery
- Water & Environmental Resources Engineering
- Intelligent Machines & Robotics
- Structural Engineering
- Communication & Digital Signal Processing
- Agricultural Structures
📌 Note: HND holders should not apply for M.Eng Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
D–I. OTHER COLLEGES OFFERING POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
These colleges offer postgraduate studies in areas such as:
- Environmental Toxicology
- Aquaculture & Fisheries
- Forestry Ecology
- Food Science & Technology
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Microbiology & Public Health
- Biochemistry & Zoology
- Mathematical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Crop Production & Seed Technology
- Veterinary Medicine & Parasitology
Each programme has specific specializations and entry requirements. Candidates are advised to check their departmental demands carefully before applying.
J. COLLEGE OF ENTREPRENEURIAL & DEVELOPMENT STUDIES (COLENDS)
Available Programmes
MBA (Weekend Only)
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resources Management
- Agribusiness Management
- Marketing
PGD, M.Sc. & Ph.D. in:
- Entrepreneurship Development
- Innovation
- Strategic & Security Studies
- Peace & Conflict Studies
K. COLLEGE OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES (COLMAS)
- Taxation & Management Studies (M.Sc. Professional)
- Accounting & Management Studies (Ph.D.)
- Professional Ethics (PGD)
- Communication Studies & Library and Information Science (PGD/M.Sc./Ph.D.)
L. COLLEGE OF COMPUTING SCIENCES
- M.Sc. & Ph.D. Computer Science (Full-Time)
📌 Rolling Admission Available
📌 Admission may start either 1st or 2nd semester
General Admission Requirements
| Programme Type | Minimum Duration | Maximum Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. Full Time | 6 semesters | 10 semesters |
| Ph.D. Part Time | 8 semesters | 12 semesters |
| Masters Full Time | 4 semesters | 8 semesters |
| Masters Part Time | 8 semesters | 12 semesters |
| PGD Full Time | 2 semesters | 4 semesters |
| PGD Part Time | 4 semesters | 8 semesters |
To Apply for PGD
- Candidates must hold HND or First Degree in relevant fields.
- All applicants must meet UTME Bachelor’s degree requirements.
To Apply for M.Sc. or Ph.D
Candidates must:
- Hold a minimum of Second Class Upper in relevant disciplines.
- Second Class Lower may be considered in some cases.
- Some programmes require specific departmental qualifications.
How to Apply
- Visit the FUNAAB Postgraduate Portal:
🔗 pg.funaab.edu.ng or pgschool.unaab.edu.ng - Application fee: ₦20,650 (excluding bank charges)
- Fill the form carefully and upload required documents.
- Submit online before the deadline.
Application Deadlines
| Programme | Closing Date |
|---|---|
| PGD & Masters | Monday, 29th December 2025 |
| Ph.D. | Open all year |
Successful applicants will be contacted via email or SMS.
Final Advice for Applicants
To increase your chances of selection:
- Apply early.
- Avoid errors in names, CGPA, and documents.
- Use a valid and active email address.
- Follow all departmental requirements carefully.
- Keep both soft and printed copies of your documents.
Credit: Allschool, Allcbt
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