The School of Postgraduate Studies at PAMO University of Medical Sciences (PUMS), Port Harcourt, aims to advance intellectual curiosity and strengthen research excellence. It provides a training environment that promotes independent thinking, creativity, and teamwork. As part of this mission, the University invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for full-time postgraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. Successful applicants will earn Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s degrees, or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees across various specialised departments.
A. FACULTY OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
Department of Medical Laboratory Science
Available Programmes: PGD, MSc, PhD
Areas of Specialization
Chemical Pathology
- Endocrinology
- Toxicology and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Oncologic and Molecular Diagnostics
- Clinical Biochemistry and Metabolic Diseases
Haematology & Blood Transfusion Science
- General and Molecular Haematology
- Haemostasis and Coagulation Studies
- Transfusion Science and Immunohaematology
- Haematological Malignancies and Regenerative Haematology
Histopathology & Cytology
- Diagnostic Histopathology
- Cytopathology and Cytogenetics
- Immunohistochemistry and Oncopathology
- Forensic and Experimental Pathology
Medical Microbiology & Parasitology
- Antimicrobial Resistance & Public Health Microbiology
- Parasitology and Medical Entomology
- Diagnostic Bacteriology and Virology
- Mycology and Environmental Microbiology
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Immunology
- Infection and Vaccinology
- Clinical and Diagnostic Immunology
- Experimental and Molecular Immunology
- Tumour Immunology
B. FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES
1. Department of Anatomy
Programme: MSc
Specializations:
- Anthropometric & Forensic Anatomy
- Microscopic Anatomy
- Developmental Anatomy
- Neuroanatomy/Neurosciences
2. Department of Biochemistry
Programmes: MSc, PhD
Specializations:
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Toxicological Biochemistry
- Nutritional Biochemistry
3. Department of Physiology
Programmes: MSc, PhD
PhD Specializations:
- Cardiopulmonary Physiology
- Environmental Physiology
- Reproductive Endocrinology
- Neurophysiology
- Exercise Physiology
- Sleep Physiology
- Blood Physiology
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
Applicants must:
- Hold a BMLS degree with at least a Third Class.
- Be registered with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
2. Master’s Degree (MSc)
Applicants should have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with at least Second-Class Lower.
- For unclassified degrees, a minimum overall grade of C (50%).
- A PGD in the proposed field with CGPA ≥ 3.00 (5-point scale).
- FMLSCN holders may apply only to Medical Laboratory Science.
3. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Candidates must:
- Possess a Master’s degree in the proposed field with a CGPA ≥ 3.5 (5-point scale).
PROGRAMME DURATION
| Programme | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| PGD | 2 semesters | 3 semesters |
| MSc | 3 semesters | 5 semesters |
| PhD | 6 semesters | 9 semesters |
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must complete the online application via the PUMS Postgraduate Portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Fill out the initial form and click “Proceed.”
Step 2: You will be redirected to your dashboard to complete the full application.
Step 3: Pay the application fee and upload the proof of payment.
Step 4: After submitting the final application, print the completed Application Form and Transcript Request Form.
Step 5: Send the transcript request to your previous institution.
Applicants may log in anytime with their email and password to continue or check their application status.
ADDITIONAL NOTES FOR APPLICANTS
- Regularly check your email for updates from the University.
- Provide details of three referees, at least two of whom must be senior academic staff.
- MSc applicants must upload a one-page synopsis of their last research project.
- PhD applicants must upload a five-page research proposal following the required format.
- All transcripts must reach the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies, on or before 11th January 2026.
- Soft copies may be emailed directly from the awarding institution to spgs@pums.edu.ng.
APPLICATION TIMELINE
- Sale of Forms Begins: 24th November 2025
- Sale of Forms Ends: 7th January 2026
- Submission Deadline: 11th January 2026
- Potential Proposal Defence (PhD): Date to be announced
PUMS emphasizes that all admissions remain provisional until confirmed by the School of Postgraduate Studies.
Mr. Peter I. Akubuiroh
Principal Assistant Registrar
For: Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies
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