LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY, OJO POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL www.lasu.edu.ng E-mail: secretary-pgs@lasu.edu.ng ADVERTISEMENT FOR ADMISSION INTO POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2016/2017 ACADEMIC SESSION The Postgraduate School invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the underlisted postgraduate programmes at the Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, for the 2016/2017 academic session. GENERAL REQUIREMENT The University requires five [ 5 ] CREDITS including English Language at Ordinary Level (GCE, WASC, SSCE, NECO and NABTEB) for ALL courses and credit in MATHEMATICS at Ordinary Level for SCIENCE, SOCIAL SCIENCES, MANAGEMENT SCIENCES and EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT courses. 1. FACULTY OF ARTS A. Department of African Languages. M. A. Yoruba Literature & Culture B. Department of History and International Studies i Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations & Strategic Studies [PGDIRSS]. ii. Master in International Relations & Strategic Studies [MIRSS]. iii M.A in History and Diplomacy iv. M.Phil./Ph.D. History and Diplomacy v. Ph.D. History and Diplomacy C. Department of Religions i PGD Christian Religious Studies ii. M.A. Christian Religious Studies iii. M.Phil./Ph.D. Christian Religious Studies iv. PGD Islamic Studies v. M.A. Islamic Studies vi. M.Phil./Ph.D. Islamic Studies vii. Ph.D. Islamic Studies D. Department of English i. M. A. English Language ii. M. A. Literature in English E. Department of Foreign Languages i. Master in Translation and Interpretation ii. M.A. Arabic Studies iii. M.Phil/Ph.D Arabic Studies iv. Ph.D Arabic Studies v. M.A. French vi. M.Phil/Ph.D French vii. Ph.D. French F. Department of Theatre Arts and Music 1. Theatre Arts Programmes i. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) ii. Master of Arts (M.A) iii. M.Phil/Ph.D iv. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) 2. Music Programmes i. Postgraduate Diploma ii. Master of Arts (M.A) iii. M.Phil/Ph.D iv. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) 2. FACULTY OF EDUCATION A. Postgraduate Diploma in B. Department of al Foundations & Counselling Psychology i M.Ed.Counselling Psychology ii. M.Phil/Ph.D..Counselling Psychology iii M.Ed al Psychology iv M.Phil/Ph.D. al Psychology v M.Ed Early Childhood vi M.Phil/Ph.D. Early Childhood vii M.Ed Sociology of viii M.Phil/Ph.D. Sociology of ix M.Ed Philosophy of x M.Phil/Ph.D. Philosophy of C. Department of Physical and Health i. M.Ed. Health ii. M.Phil./Ph.D. Health iii. M.Ed. Exercise Physiology iv. M.Phil./Ph.D. Exercise Physiology v. M.Ed Psychology and Sociology of Sports vi. M.Phil./Ph.D. Psychology and Sociology of Sports 1 vii. M.Ed Sports Management Administration viii. M.Phil./Ph.D. Sports Management and Administration and D. Department of al Management i M.Ed. al Management ii. Master of al Management(MEM) iii. M.Phil/Ph.D al Management E. Department of Science and Technology i. M.Ed Science ii. M.Phil/Ph.D. Science iii M.Ed Mathematics iv. M.Phil/Ph.D Mathematics v. M.Ed al Technology vi. M.Phil/Ph.D al Technology vii. M.Ed Computer viii. M.Phil/Ph.D Computer F. Department of Language, Arts & Social Science i. M. Ed. Arabic Language ii. M.Phil/Ph.D Arabic Language iii. M. Ed. English Language iv. M.Phil/Ph.D English Language v. M. Ed. French Language vi. M.Phil/Ph.D French Language vii. M. Ed. Nigerian Language (Yoruba) viii. M.Phil/Ph.D Nigerian Language (Yoruba)
ix. M. Ed. Curriculum and Instruction x. M.Phil/Ph.D Curriculum and Instruction xi. M. Ed. Social Studies xii. M.Phil/Ph.D Social Studies 3. CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT AND SCIENCE EDUCATION (CESE) i. Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental ii. Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Resource Management iii. Master in Environmental Management (MEM) iv. M.Sc Environmental v. M.Sc Environmental Resource Management vi. M.Phil/Ph.D & Ph.D Environmental /Environmental Resource Management 4. CENTRE FOR PLANNING STUDIES i. Postgraduate Diploma in Planning Studies ii. Master in Urban and Regional Planning 5. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING A. Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering. i. Postgraduate Diploma in Electronic and Computer Engineering ii. M. Sc. Electronic and Computer Engineering iii. M.Phil. /Ph.D. Electronic and Computer Engineering iv. Ph.D. Electronic and Computer Engineering B. Department of Chemical and Polymer Engineering i. PGD Chemical and Polymer Engineering ii. M.Sc. Chemical and Polymer Engineering iii. M. Phil/Ph.D. Chemical and Polymer Engineering iv. Ph.D. Chemical and Polymer Engineering C. Department of Mechanical Engineering I. M.Sc Mechanical Engineering ii M.Phil./Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering iii Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering 6. FACULTY OF LAW A. Master of Law (LL.M General Law) B. Institute of Maritime Law: i. Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime and Commercial Law ii. Master of Law (LL. M Maritime and Commercial Law). iii. Master in Legal Studies (MLS) iv. LLM Law of Taxation iv. Master in Legal Studies (MLS Law of Taxation) 7. FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES A. Department of Public Administration. i. M.Sc. Public Administration with specialization in: a. Human Resource Management b. Public Policy Making and Analysis c. Local Government Administration and Management d. Public Financial Management and Budgeting ii. Ph.D Public Administration B. Department of Industrial Relations and Personnel Management i. Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources & Industrial Relations ii. Master in Human Resources & Industrial Relations (M.HRIR) iii. M.Sc. Human Resources & Industrial Relations C. Department of Business Administration i. Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration ii. Master in Business Administration (MBA) iii. M.Sc. Business Administration 8. FACULTY OF SCIENCE A. Department of Botany M.Sc Botany Plant Pathology, Mycology, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Cytogenetics, Ecology, Taxonomy, Ecology Taxonomy, Plant Physiology, Ethnomedicine, Biosystematics and Bioinformatics. B. Department of Fisheries i. PGD Fisheries 2 ii. M.Sc Fisheries iii. M.Phil/Ph.D Fisheries iv. Ph.D Fisheries C. Department of Biochemistry i. Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Biochemistry ii. M.Sc in Biochemistry iii. M. Phil/ Ph.D in Biochemistry iv. Ph.D in Biochemistry D. Department of Physics i. Master of Science in Physics ii. M.Phil/Ph.D in Physics iii. Ph.D in Physics E. Department of Computer Science i. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Computer Science ii. Master of Science (M.Sc) Computer Science iii. Ph.D Computer Science F. Department of Chemistry i. Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry ii. M.Sc Chemistry iii. M.Phil/Ph.D i. Organic Chemistry and Natural Products ii. Analytical and Environmental Chemistry iii. Physical and Inorganic Chemistry. G. Department of Mathematics i. Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics ii.m.sc Mathematics. iii. Ph.D Mathematics with specialization in i. Pure Mathematics ii. Applied Mathematics iii. Applicable Mathematics H. Department of Zoology & Environmental Biology i. M.Sc Zoology and Environmental Biology ii. Ph.D Zoology and Environmental Biology 9. FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES A. Department of Economics i. M.Sc. Economics ii. Ph.D. Economics B. Department of Geography and Planning i. M.Sc Geography ii. M.Phil. /Ph.D. Geography iii. Ph.D. Geography C. Department of Sociology i. Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work ii. Master in Social Work iii. M.Sc. Sociology iv. M.Phil./Ph.D. Sociology
D. Department of Political Science i. M.Sc Political Science ii. M.Phil. /Ph.D. Political Science iii. Ph.D. Political Science 10. LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION (LASUSOC) i. Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies ii. Master in Communication Studies (MCS) iii. Master of Science Communication Studies iv. M.Phil/Ph.D Communication Studies v. Ph.D Communication Studies 11. SCHOOL OF TRANSPORT Master in Transport Planning 12. COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (LASUCOM, IKEJA) A. Department of Anatomy i M.Sc. Anatomy ii. M.Phil/Ph.D. Anatomy iii. Ph.D. Anatomy B. Department of Physiology i M.Sc. Physiology ii. M.Phil. /Ph.D. Physiology iii. Ph.D. Physiology C. Department of Community Health & Primary Health Care ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS i. Master in Public Health (MPH) ii. Master of Occupational Health iii. Master of Occupational Medicine D. Department of Pathology & Forensic Science i. Master in Forensic Medicine ii. Master in Forensic Science E. Department of Medical Biochemistry i. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) ii. Master of Science (M.Sc.) iii. Master of Philosophy (M.Phil./Doctor of Philosophy [PhD] iv Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) 1. FACULTY OF ARTS A. Department of African Languages M. A. Yoruba Literature & Culture. Candidates for admission into the degree of M.A. Yoruba Literature and Culture must possess any of the following qualifications from Lagos State University or from other institutions recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University: a. A Bachelor s Degree in Yoruba NOT below Second Class Division. b. A Bachelor s Degree in Yoruba or Yoruba provided all core courses were taken and passed by such candidate; c. B. A. Yoruba Communication Arts; d. Candidates will be required to take a qualifying examination to determine their suitability for the programme. B. Department of History & International Studies 1. M. A. in History and Diplomacy: Candidates seeking admission into the M. A. History and Diplomacy are required to possess at least: a. A good Bachelor s degree in History and International Studies of the Lagos State University not below the Second Class (Lower) Division, OR b. A Bachelor s degree in History and its variants of any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University, OR c. A Bachelors degree in Humanities or Social Sciences adjudged as acceptable to the Department and the Senate of Lagos State University. d. Five credit passes including English, History or Government at the O Level as basic requirement. e. Candidates must take and pass a (written essay) qualifying examination administered by the University. DURATION 3
M. A. History and Diplomacy runs for Four (4) Semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters (the final semester being fully devoted to writing the dissertation). 2. Masters in International Relations and Strategic Studies (MIRSS): Candidates seeking admission into the Master s programme in International Relations and Strategic Studies (MIRSS) shall possess any of the following qualifications: a. A Second Class Lower Division Bachelor s Degree from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University, OR b. A Higher National Diploma (Upper Credit) or its equivalent with a Post-Graduate Diploma in International Relations and Strategic Studies of the Lagos State University, OR c. A Third Class Bachelors Degree from any University recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University with a Post-Graduate Diploma in International Relations and Strategic Studies of the Lagos State University. d. Five Credit Passes including English at the O Level as basic requirement. Candidates will be required to pass a qualifying examination administered by the University. Duration: This programme runs for a minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of eight (8) semesters. 3. Post-Graduate Diploma in International Relations and Strategic Studies (PGDIRSS): Candidates seeking admission into the Post-Graduate Diploma programme in International Relations and Strategic Studies (PGDIRSS) are required to possess at least: a. A Bachelor s degree in History and International Studies of the Lagos State University at the Third Class Division OR b. A Third Class Degree in History and its variants of any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University OR c. A Third Class Degree in Humanities or Social Sciences adjudged as acceptable to the Department and Senate of Lagos State University OR d. A Higher National Diploma (Upper Credit) or its equivalent, or with Lower Credit with at least three years post-qualification experience. e. Five Credit Passes including English at the O Level as basic requirement. Candidates will be required to pass a qualifying examination administered by the University. DURATION: This programme runs for a minimum of four (4) Semesters. 4. M.Phil. / Ph.D. History and Diplomacy: Candidates seeking admission into the M.Phil / Ph.D. programme must possess M. A. in History and Diplomacy from the Lagos State University or any other recognized Universities with a CGPA of not less than 3.5. Duration:Minimum of six (6) semesters. 5. Ph.D. History and Diplomacy: Candidates applying for direct Ph.D. admission must possess a minimum cumulative GPA of not less than 4.0 at the M. A. level from the Department of History and International Studies of the Lagos State University. Holders of M. A. History from other Universities would be required to enrol for the M.Phil / Ph.D. programmes of the Department in the first instance. DURATION Minimum of six (6) Semesters and maximum of ten (10) Semesters. C. Department of Religions i. PGD Christian Religious Studies An immersion programme for non-graduates of Religions to integrate them into studies for higher degrees in Christian Religious Studies. Duration: Minimum of two (2) semesters and maximum of four (4) semesters. ii. M.A Christian Religious Studies Holders of first Degree in Christian Studies with at least Second Class Lower Division from Lagos State University or any other Universities recognized by the Senate. 4
Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters. iii. M.Phil. /Ph.D. Christian Religious Studies a. Admission into the programme shall normally be given to candidates with M.A. Christian Studies. b. Candidates with Master s Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.5 of 5.0 point scale c. All Candidates must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and effective decision making on problem-solving potentials. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of ten (10) semesters. iv. PGD Islamic Studies An immersion programme for non-graduates of Religions to integrate them into studies for higher degrees in Islamic Studies Duration: Minimum of two (2) semesters and maximum of four (4) semesters. v. M.A Islamic Studies Holders of first Degree in Islamic Studies with at least Second Class Lower Division from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate. Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters. vi. M.Phil./Ph.D. Islamic Studies a. Admission into the programme shall normally be given to candidates with M.A. Islamic Studies. b. Candidates with Master s Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.5 of 5.0 point scale c. All Candidates must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and effective decision making on problem solving potentials. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters.. vii. Ph.D. Islamic Studies The programme is open to candidates with 4.0 CGPA in M.A Islamic Studies and candidates with Master s Degree of other recognized universities and whose transcripts are adjudged to be adequate or required to take courses as the Department may prescribe. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of ten (10) semesters. D. Department of English M. A. English Candidates seeking admission into the Degree programme of M. A. English Language or M.A. Literature in English must possess: a. Bachelor s Degree in English Language, Linguistics or Literature in English NOT below Second Class Lower Division of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters. E. Department of Foreign Languages Master in Translation and Interpretation (MTI) a. M.T.I is a professional course. At least a Second Class Honours degree in French, Portuguese or Arabic from the Lagos State University or its equivalent from a recognised University. Graduates of Postgraduate Diploma from recognised institutions can also apply for the programme. b. Candidates may be required to satisfy all Departmental requirements in a qualifying examination before admission. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of eight (8) semesters. i. M.A. Arabic Studies All candidates seeking admission into this programme must have obtained a first honours degree in Arabic or Islamic Studies or a combined degree involving either or both of the disciplines. Candidates whose first degree involves only Islamic Studies could be admitted provided that. They can satisfy the department that they have a satisfactory level of competence in Arabic and Literature; or to be specified by the Department Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters. ii. M.Phil. /Ph.D. Arabic Studies 5
Candidates seeking admission into this programme shall be subject to fulfillment of the minimum requirements specified by the Postgraduate School (3.5 CGPA), as well as satisfactory performance in the compulsory courses. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters. iii. Ph.D. Arabic Studies Candidates must possess a good Master s Degree in Arabic from a recognized University with a CGPA not below 4.0 Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of (10) semesters. iv. M.A. French Candidates seeking admission into M.A French Programme must possess: a. Second Class Honours Degree in French or its equivalent from a recognized University. b. However, candidates are required to satisfy all Departmental requirements in a qualifying examination before admission. Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters. v. M.Phil./Ph.D. French Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil/Ph.D. French Programme must possess: a. A Master s Degree with a CGPA of at least 3.5 of 5.0 point scale b. However, candidates are required to satisfy all Departmental requirements in a qualifying examination before admission. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters. vi. Ph.D. French a. Ph.D. is restricted to holders of an M.A. Degree in French from a recognized University with a CGPA not below 4.0 b. M.Phil./Ph.D. Degree in French. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of twelve (12) semesters. F. Department of Theatre Arts and Music POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES IN THEATRE ARTS i. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA (PGD) THEATRE ARTS Candidates applying for the Postgraduate Diploma in Theatre Arts should have obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A) with Third Class or Pass or Master of Arts (M.A) degree of the Lagos state university or any other university recongnised by the University Senate in areas other than Theatre, Performing, Dramatic, Creative, Media, Communication and Language Arts. Such degrees should be from the Humanities, Law, Social Sciences, Management Sciences and Communication Studies and related disciplines. Candidate with Higher National Diplomas in the areas listed above with requisite working experience are also eligible for admission. In addition, prospective candidates are also expected to take and pass Postgraduate Qualifying Examination. Duration: Minimum of two (2) semesters and maximum of four (4) semesters. i. M.A. THEATRE ARTS Holders of First Degree in Theatre, Performing, Creative, Dramatic, Visual, or Media Arts or other related disciplines with at least Second Class Lower Division of Lagos State University or other universities recongnised by the Senate of Lagos State University and holders of Postgraduate Diploma in Theatre Arts and related disciplines with Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 shall be eligible for admission. In addition, prospective candidates are also expected to take and pass the Postgraduate qualifying examination. Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters. ii. M.Phil /Ph.D THEATRE ARTS Candidates for admission shall be holders of First Degree (Honours) Second Class Lower Division. Admission into the programme shall be open to candidates with M.A. Theatre Arts, Performing, Creative, Dramatic, Visual or Media Arts of Lagos State University or any other University recognised by the Senate of Lagos State University. Duration:The programme is minimum of six [6] semesters. iii. Ph.D THEATRE ARTS Admission into the programme is open to candidates with 4.0 CGPA in M.A. Theatre Arts programme of Lagos State University. Candidates with the Master s degree of other Universities recognised by the Senate of Lagos State University and whose transcripts are adjudged to be adequate for the course shall be eligible for admission. Such candidates, however, may be required to take courses at lower levels as the Department may prescribe. Candidate applying for the M. Phil/ PhD with background other than a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, Performing, Creative, Media, Communication and Language Arts and Dramatic Arts shall be required to possess either a two 6
year Diploma or one year Postgraduate Diploma in any of the areas listed above. Prospective candidates are expected to present a proposal of study to the Department in addition to the qualifying examination. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of twelve (12) semesters. Ph.D. candidates are expected to specialize in the following fields of the Theatre and Cultural Studies: a)theatre History b) Dramatic Literature, Theory and criticism c) Creative Arts Marketing d) Development Communication (Theatre for Development) e) Children s Theatre f) Dance and Choreography g) Play / Scriptwriting h) Directing i) Acting, Mime and Speech j) Film and Media Arts k) Cultural Studies l) Tourism and Events Management m) Theatre and Production Design POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES IN MUSIC (i) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Music Holders of First Degree in Music with Third Class Division or a pass of Lagos State University and other Universities recognised by the Senate of the Lagos State University, holders or First Degree in other fields of study with at least Second Class Lower Division and holders of Higher National Diploma (H.N.D) in music with Upper Credit to take and pass postgraduate qualifying examination. (ii) M.A. MUSIC Holders of First Degree in Music with at least Second Class Lower Division of Lagos State University and other Universities recognised by the Senate of Lagos State University and holders of Postgraduate Diploma in Music with CGPA of 3.0 shall be eligible for admission. In addition, prospective candidates are also expected to take and pass postgraduate qualifying examination. Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six [6] semesters. (iii) M.Phil/Ph.D DEGREE IN MUSIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS. The M.Phil/PhD programme is 2 semesters minimum and maximum of 4 semesters. Admission to the programme shall be open to candidates with M.A. Music. (iii) Ph.D DEGREE IN MUSIC Admission into the programme is open to candidates with 4.0 CGPA in M.A. Music programme of Lagos State University. Candidates with the Master s degree of other Universities recognised by the Senate of Lagos State University and whose transcripts are adjudged to be adequate for the course shall be eligible for admission. Such candidates, however, may be required to take courses at lower levels as the Department may prescribe. M.Phil/Ph.D candidate adjudged as having satisfied the Departmental Board of Examiners in the M.Phil./Ph.D programme can be advised to proceed to Ph.D and the Registration made retroactive. Duration: Minimum of six (6) semesters and maximum of twelve (12) semesters. Areas of Specialization: Ph.D. candidates for the Music programme shall specialize in one of the following areas: i) Ethnomusicology /African music ii) Music composition iii) Music performance and Management iv) Music production and management v) Music vi) Musicology 2. FACULTY OF EDUCATION A. Postgraduate Diploma in a. Candidates with a Bachelor s Degree of Lagos State University or other Universities recognized by the Senate. 7
b. Candidates with Higher National Diploma (not below Lower Credit) from recognized polytechnics or equivalents. c. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) at not more than two (2) sittings or Grade II Teacher s Certificate in related subjects. Duration: Minimum of 2 semesters and maximum of 4 semesters. B. Department of al Foundations and Counselling Psychology i. M.Ed Counselling Psychology Candidates seeking admission into each of the programmes are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division in of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. b. Postgraduate Diploma Degree in in addition to a First Degree in other disciplines, such as Arts, Social Science and Sciences, from the Lagos State University and other similar institution recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. c. Third class honours in plus Postgraduate Diploma in at a credit level. d. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) at not more than two (2) sittings or Grade II Teacher s Certificate or N.C.E. in related subjects. Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters. M.Phil/Ph.D Counseling Psychology i. Candidate with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University will be admitted for M.Phil./Ph.D. and later be converted to full Ph.D. if he/she meets the requirements ii. Candidate with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University will be admitted into full Ph.D. programme. In addition to the above, candidates must posses any of : a. Five Credit passes at O level or Teacher s Grade II certificate or N.C.E. including English Language b. LASU Foundation Certificate. c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for the programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/ exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. ii. M.Ed al Psychology Candidates seeking admission into each of the programmes are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division first degree in of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University. b. Postgraduate Diploma in education in addition to a first degree in other disciplines, such as Arts, Social Science and Sciences, from the Lagos State University and other similar institution recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. c. Third class honours in plus Postgraduate Diploma in at a credit level. d. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) at not more than two (2) sittings or Grade II Teacher s Certificate or N.C.E. in related subjects. M.Phil./Ph.D. al Psychology i. Candidate with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University will be admitted for M.Phil./Ph.D. and later be converted to full Ph.D. if he/she meets with the requirements ii. Candidate with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University will be admitted into full Ph.D. programme. In addition to the above, candidates must posses any of: a. Five Credit passes at O level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English Language or N.C.E. b. LASU Foundation Certificate. c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for the programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption / exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Minimum of six [6] semesters. iii. M.Ed Early Childhood Candidates seeking admission into each of the programmes are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division in of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University. 8
b. Holder of Postgraduate Diploma Degree in education in addition to a First Degree in other disciplines, such as Arts, Social Science and Sciences, from the Lagos State University and other similar institution recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. c. Third class honours in plus Postgraduate Diploma in at a credit level. d. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) at not more than two (2) sittings or Grade II Teacher s Certificate or N.C.E. in related subjects. M.Phil/Ph.D Early Childhood i. Candidate with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization)from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University will be admitted for M.Phil./Ph.D. and later be converted to full Ph.D. if he/she meets with the requirements ii. Candidate with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University will be admitted into full Ph.D. programme. In addition to the above, candidates must possess any of: a. Five Credit passes at O level or Teachers Grade II certificate including English Language or N.C.E. b. LASU Foundation Certificate. c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for the programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/ exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Minimum of six [6] semesters iv. M.Ed Sociology of Candidates seeking admission into each of the programmes are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division in of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University. b. Holder of Postgraduate Diploma Degree in education in addition to a First Degree in other disciplines, such as Arts, Social Science and Sciences, from the Lagos State University and other similar institution recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. c. Third class honours in plus Postgraduate Diploma in at a credit level. d. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) at not more than two (2) sittings or Grade II Teacher s Certificate or N.C.E. in related subjects. M.Phil/Ph.D. Sociology of i. Candidate with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University will be admitted for M.Phil./Ph.D. and later be converted to full Ph.D. if he/she meets with the requirements ii. Candidate with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University will be admitted into full Ph.D. programme. In addition to the above, candidates must possess any of: a. Five Credit passes at O level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English Language or N.C.E. b. LASU Foundation Certificate. c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for the programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption / exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Minimum of six 6 semesters v. M.Ed Philosophy of Candidates seeking admission into each of the programmes are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division in of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University. b. Holder of Postgraduate Diploma Degree in education in addition to a First Degree in other disciplines, such as Arts, Social Science and Sciences, from the Lagos State University and other similar institution recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. c. Third class honours in plus Postgraduate Diploma in at a credit level. d. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) at not more than two (2) sittings or Grade II Teacher s Certificate or N.C.E. in related subjects. M.Phil/Ph.D. Philosophy of i. Candidate with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization)from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University will be admitted for M.Phil./Ph.D. and later be converted to full Ph.D. if he/she meets with the requirements 9
ii. Candidate with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Masters of (in the area of specialization) from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University will be admitted into full Ph.D. programme. In addition to the above, candidates must posses any of: a. Five Credit passes at O level or Teachers Grade II certificate including English Language or N.C.E. b. LASU Foundation Certificate. c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for the programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/ exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Minimum of six [6] semesters C. Department of Physical and Health i. M.Ed Health Candidates seeking admission into this programme are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division in Physical & Health /Health of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of Lagos State University. b. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) including English Language at not more than two (2) sittings. Duration: Four (4) Semesters. ii. M.Phil/Ph.D Health Candidates seeking admission into this programme are required to possess: a. A. First Class Honours in Physical and health /Health of Lagos State University for direct admission into Ph.D. or b. An M.Ed in Physical and Health /Health of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University with a CGPA of 3.5 for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D or CGPA of 4.0 for direct admission into Ph.D. c. At least five (5) credit passes in the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) including English at not more than two sittings. Duration: Minimum of 6 semesters iii. M.Ed Exercise Physiology Candidates seeking admission into this programme are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division in Physical & Health /Health of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of Lagos State University. b. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) including English at not more than two (2) sittings. Duration: Four (4) Semesters. iv. M.Phil/Ph.D Exercise Physiology Candidates seeking admission into this programme are required to possess: a. A. First Class Honours in Physical and Health /Health of Lagos State University for direct admission into Ph.D. or b. An M.Ed in Physical and Health /Health of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University with a CGPA of 3.5 for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D or CGPA of 4.0 for direct admission into Ph.D. c. At least five (5) credit passes in the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) including English at not more than two sittings. Duration: Minimum of 6 semesters v. M.Ed Psychology and Sociology of Sports Candidates seeking admission into this programme are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division in Physical & Health /Health of Lagos State University or any other Universities recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University. b. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) including English at not more than two (2) sittings. Duration: Four (4) Semesters. vi. M.Phil/Ph.D. Psychology and Sociology of Sports Candidates seeking admission into this programme are required to possess: a. A. First Class Honours in Physical and Health /Health of Lagos State University for direct admission into Ph.D. or 10
b. An M.Ed in Physical and Health /Health of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University with a CGPA of 3.5 for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D or CGPA of 4.0 for direct admission into Ph.D. c. At least five (5) credit passes in the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) including English at not more than two sittings. Duration: Minimum of 6 semesters vii. M.Ed Sports Management and Administration Candidates seeking admission into this programme are required to possess a. At least a Second Class Lower Division in Physical & Health /Health of Lagos State University or any other Universities recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University. b. All candidates must possess at least five (5) credits at the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) including English at not more than two (2) sittings. Duration: Four (4) Semesters. viii. M.Phil./Ph.D. Sports Management and Administration Candidates seeking admission into this programme are required to possess: a. A. First Class Honours in Physical and Health /Health of Lagos State University for direct admission into Ph.D. or b. An M.Ed in Physical and Health /Health of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of the Lagos State University with a CGPA of 3.5 for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D or CGPA of 4.0 for direct admission into Ph.D. c. At least five (5) credit passes in the Ordinary Level (G.C.E, WASC, NECO) including English at not more than two sittings. Duration: Minimum of 6 semesters D. Department of al Management M.Ed al Management Candidates seeking admission into each of the programmes are required to possess a. Five (5) passes at credit level in SSC,Teachers Grade II Cert. or National Board for Technical, Certificate including English and Mathematics; b. At least a second class lower divison degree in of Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. Holders of Postgraduate diploma in education, PGDE in addition to a first Degree in other disciplines such as Arts, Social Sciences, Management Sciences and Science from from Lagos State University and other similar institutions recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. All degrees must be obtained at not less than Second Class lower Division. c. N.Y.S.C. Certificate/Exemption Certificate. d. Evidence of change of Name where necessary. Master of al Management (MEM) a. Five (5) passes at credit level in SSC,Teachers Grade II Cert. or National Board for Technical, Certificate including English and Mathematics; b. A first degree in with a minimum of second class honours lower division or a third class honours in any field plus Postgraduate Diploma in (PGDE) c. HND with PGDE at credit level d. NYSC Certificate/Exemption Certificate. e. Evidence of change of Name where necessary. Duration: Minimum of 6 semesters and maximum of 8 semesters M.Phil/Ph.D al Management Candidates for the programme are required to possess: a. A Master of [M.Ed] of Lagos State University or any other University recongnized by the Senate of Lagos State University with a minimum CGPA of 3.5 for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D to later be converted to full Ph.D programme upon meeting the stipulated requirements; b. A Master of [M.Ed] degree in al Management of Lagos State University or any other university recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University with a CGPA of 4.0 for direct admission into the Ph.D programme; c. Five (5) passes at credit level in the Senior School Certificate, Teachers Grade II Certificate or National Board Technical Certificate including English Language and Mathematics. Duration: Minimum of Six [6] semesters 11
E. Department of Science and Technology i. M.Ed Science a. At least 5 credit passess at G.C.E. O level WASSCE or NECO. b. The 5 credit passes in (i) above should include English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science/Integrated Sciences. c. The credit passes should not be at more than two sittings d. Grade II Teachers Certificate in related subjects e. B.Sc. (Ed.) / B.Ed in any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Integrated Sciences and Agricultural Sciences. f. Candidates with Postgraduate Diploma in (PGDE), in addition to B.Sc. in any of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Integrated Sciences and Agricultural Sciences could apply. g. HND holders should not apply. h. Candidate with less than Second Class Lower Division need not apply. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. ii. M.Phil/Ph.D. Science a. Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil/Ph.D programmes should possess a Masters Degree in of a University in relevant fields. HND with PGDE are not eligible for admission into the Department. b. Candidates should have a minimum of 3.50 and 4.00 CGPA for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D respectively. c. Admission into M.Phil/Ph.D shall be at the beginning of a semester when there is vacancy to absorb the prospective candidate into the programmes. d. M.Ed holders with HND/PGDE background are NOT eligible for admission into the M.Phil/Ph.DProgramme of the Department. Duration: Six (6) semesters as minimum. iii. M.Ed Mathematics a. At least 5 credit passes at G.C.E. O/level, WASSCE or NECO. b. The 5 credit passes in (i) above should include English, Mathematics plus three of Physics, Chemistry and Biology, Geography and Economics. c. The credit passes should not be at more than two sittings. d. Grade II Teachers Certificate in related subjects e. B.Sc. (Ed.)/B.Ed. Mathematics. f. Candidates with Postgraduate Diploma in (PGDE), in addition to B.Sc. Mathematics, could apply. g. Candidates with less than Second Class Lower Division need not apply. i. HND holders should not apply. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. iv. M.Phil/Ph.D. Mathematics a. Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil/Ph.D programmes should possess a Masters Degree in of a University in relevant fields. HND with PGDE are not eligible for admission into the Department. b. Candidates should have a minimum of 3.50 and 4.00 CGPA for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D respectively. c. Admission into M.Phil/Ph.D shall be at the beginning of a semester when there is vacancy to absorb the prospective candidate into the programmes. d. M.Ed holders with HND/PGDE background are NOT eligible for admission into the M.Phil/Ph.D Programme of the Department. Duration: Six (6) semesters as minimum. v. M.Ed al Technology a. At least 5 credit passes at G.C.E. O/level, WASSCE or NECO. b. The 5 credit passes in (i) above should include English, Mathematics and any other three recommended subjects depending on the area of study c. The credit passes should not be at more than two sittings. d. Grade II Teachers Certificate in related subjects e. Candidates with Postgraduate Diploma in (PGDE), in addition to B.Sc. Mathematics, could apply. f. Candidates with less than Second Class Lower Division needs not apply. g. B.Sc. (Ed.)/B.A. Ed., /B.Ed in Sciences, Arts or Social Sciences. h. HND holders should not apply. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. vi. M.Phil/Ph.D. al Technology a. Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil/Ph.D programmes should possess a Masters Degree in of a University in relevant fields. and HND with PGDE are not eligible for admission into the Departments. b. Candidates should have a minimum of 3.50 and 4.00 CGPA for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D respectively. c. Admission into M.Phil/Ph.D shall be at the beginning of a semester when there is vacancy to absorb the prospective candidate into the programmes. 12
d. M.Ed holders with HND/PGDE background are NOT eligible for admission into the M.Phil/Ph.D Programme of the Department. Duration: Six (6) semesters as minimum. vii. M.Ed. Computer Science a. At least 5 credit passes at G.C.E. O/level, WASSCE or NECO. b. The 5 credit passes in (i) above should include English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry c. The credit passes should not be at more than two sittings. d. Grade II Teachers Certificate in related subjects e. Candidate should have the knowledge of computer education at least up to a Diploma Certificate level. f. B.Sc. (Ed.)/B.Ed. Computer Science. g. Candidates with Postgraduate Diploma in (PGDE), in addition to B.Sc. Mathematics, could apply. h. Candidates with less than Second Class Lower Division need not apply. i. HND holders should not apply. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. viii. M.Phil/Ph.D. Computer a. Candidates seeking admission into M.Phil/Ph.D programmes should possess a Masters Degree in of a University in relevant fields. HND with PGDE are not eligible for admission into the Department. b. Candidates should have a minimum of 3.50 and 4.00 CGPA for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D respectively. c. Admission into M.Phil/Ph.D shall be at the beginning of a semester when there is vacancy to absorb the prospective candidate into the programmes. d. M.Ed holders with HND/PGDE background are NOT eligible for admission into the M.Phil/Ph.D Programme of the Department. Duration: Six (6) semesters as minimum. F. DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGE, ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCE EDUCATION i. M. Ed. Arabic Language I. A good first degree honours in with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division II. A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Honour lower division plus. Postgraduate Diploma in from a recognized University obtained at a credit level. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. iii. M.Phil/Ph.D Arabic Language i Candidates with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Master of (in the area of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. ii. Candidates with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Master of (in relevant areas of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. In addition, Candidate must possess any of: a. Five credit passes at O level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English Language b. LASU Foundation Certificate c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for Social Science Programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Six Academic Sessions. iv. M. Ed. English Language I. A good first degree honours in with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division II. A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Honor lower division plus. Postgraduate Diploma in from a recognized University obtained at a credit level. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters.. vi. M.Phil/Ph.D English Language i Candidates with a minimum of 3.5CGPA in Master of (in the area of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. ii. Candidates with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Master of (in relevant areas of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. In addition, Candidate must possess any of: a. Five credit passes at O level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English Language b. LASU Foundation Certificate c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for Social Science Programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. 13
Duration: Six Academic Sessions. vii. M. Ed. French Language I. A good first degree honours in with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division II. A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Honor lower division plus. Postgraduate Diploma in from a recognized University obtained at a credit level. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. ix. M.Phil/Ph.D French Language i Candidates with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Master of (in the area of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. ii. Candidates with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Master of (in relevant areas of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. In addition, Candidate must possess any of: a. Five credit passes at O level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English Language b. LASU Foundation Certificate c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for Social Science Programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Six Academic Session. x. M. Ed. Nigerian Language (Yoruba) I. A good first degree honours in with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division II. A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Honor lower division plus. Postgraduate Diploma in from a recognized University obtained at a credit level. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. xii. M.Phil/Ph.D Nigerian Language (Yoruba) i Candidates with a minimum of 3.5CGPA in Master of (in the area of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. ii. Candidates with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Master of (in relevant areas of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. In addition, Candidate must possess any of: a. Five credit passes at O level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English Language b. LASU Foundation Certificate c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for Social Science Programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Six Academic Sessions. xiii. M. Ed. Curriculum and Instruction i. A good first degree honours in with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division II. A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Honor lower division plus. Postgraduate Diploma in from a recognized University obtained at a credit level. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. xv. M.Phil/Ph.D Curriculum and Instruction i Candidates with a minimum of 3.5CGPA in Master of (in Instruction the area of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. ii. Candidates with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Master of (in relevant areas of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. In addition, Candidate must possess any of: a. Five credit passes at O level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English Language b. LASU Foundation Certificate c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for Social Science Programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Six Academic Sessions. xvi. M. Ed. Social Studies I. A good first degree honours in with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division 14
II. A good first degree honours in other disciplines with a minimum of Second Class Honor lower division plus. Postgraduate Diploma in from a recognized University obtained at a credit level. Duration: Minimum of four [4] semesters. xviii. M.Phil/Ph.D Social Studies i Candidates with a minimum of 3.5 CGPA in Master of (in the area of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. ii. Candidates with a minimum of 4.0 CGPA in Master of (in relevant areas of specialization) from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. In addition, Candidate must possess any of: a. Five credit passes at O level or Teacher Grade II certificate including English Language b. LASU Foundation Certificate c. A pass in Mathematics is acceptable for Social Science Programmes. Meanwhile evidence of NYSC discharge certificate or exemption/exclusion certificate is a must for every candidate. Duration: Six [6] semesters. 3. CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT AND SCIENCE EDUCATION (CESE) i. Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental a. Minimum of five (5) ordinary level credit pass which must include Mathematics and English Language. b. Holders of HND with minimum of lower credit in Sciences and Social sciences based courses, recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. c. Holders of minimum of Third class Honours Degree in Sciences and Social sciences based courses, recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. Duration: minimum of Two (2) Semesters. ii. Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Resource Management a. Minimum of five (5) ordinary level credit pass which must include Mathematics and English Language. b. Holders of HND with minimum of lower credit in Sciences and Social sciences based courses, recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. c. Holders of minimum of Third class Honours Degree in Sciences and Social sciences based courses, recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. Duration: Minimum of Two (2) Semesters. i. Master in Environmental Management (MEM) Specializations: Environmental Management Environmental Health Admission Requirement a. Minimum of five (5) ordinary level credit pass which must include Mathematics and English Language. b. Holders of relevant first degree in Science and Social Sciences based courses with minimum of second class honours lower recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. c. Holders of Third class Honours Degree in Science and Social sciences based courses plus Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Resource Management or Environmental. d. Holders of relevant Higher National Diploma (HND), Upper Credit in Science and Social Sciences based courses recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. e. Holders of relevant National Diploma (HND, Lower Credit) plus Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Resource Management or Environmental. Duration: Minimum of Four (4) Semesters iv. M.Sc in Environmental a. Minimum of five (5) ordinary level credit pass which must include Mathematics and English Language. b. Holders of first degree in Science and Social Sciences based courses with minimum of second class honours lower recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. Duration: Minimum of Four (4) Semesters v. M.Sc in Environmental Resource Management. a. Minimum of five (5) ordinary level credit pass which must include Mathematics and English Language. b. Holders of first degree in Science and Social Sciences based courses with minimum of second class honours lower recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. Duration: Minimum of Four (4) Semesters vi. M.Phil/Ph.D in Environmental /Environmental Resource Management. a. Minimum of five (5) ordinary level credit pass which must include Mathematics and English Language. 15
b. Holders of first degree in Science and Social Sciences based courses with minimum of second class honours lower recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. c. Intending M.Phil/Ph.D students should have a Master s Degree in Environmental /Environmental Resources Management from Universities recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University with a minimum of 3.5 for M.Phil 4.0 for Ph.D Duration: The Minimum period of a full time study of M.Phil/Ph.D Degree shall be for eight (8) Semesters. Initial two (2) semesters for course work leading to conversion to Ph.D Students are required to register every session to maintain their studentship. vii. Ph.D. in Environmental /Environmental Resource Management. a. a. Minimum of five (5) ordinary level credit pass which must include Mathematics and English Language. b. Holders of relevant first degree in Science and Social Sciences, based courses with minimum of second class honours lower recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. c. Intending Doctoral students should have a Master s Degree in Environmental /Environmental Resources Management from Universities recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University with a minimum of 4.0/ 5.0 CGPA for Ph.D. Duration: The Minimum period of a full time study of Ph.D Degree shall be for six (6) Semesters. Students are required to register in every session to maintain their studentship. 4. CENTRE FOR PLANNING STUDIES i. Postgraduate Diploma in Planning Studies. Candidates should possess any of the following: a. Honours Degree not below Third Class in any discipline from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. b. Holders of HND or its equivalent in any field from Polytechnics or similar institutions recognized by Senate of Lagos State University NOT below Lower Credit Division. c. Any professional qualification like NIA, MTP, CIT, NIS, MVS and IOB. d. Professional Certificate awarded in the Maritime and Aviation Industries certified to be equivalent to a first Degree or Higher National Diploma (by relevant authority). Duration: Three (3) semesters ii. Master in Urban and Regional Planning The Masters of Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) Programme is organized as a professional programme Admission into Masters of Urban and Regional Planning is open to the following categories of candidates: a. Graduates of the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University who hold a Bachelor of Social Sciences, Natural and Applied Sciences, Environmental sciences, Environmental Management Sciences, Engineering and Law Faculties. b. Holders of Full Professional Diploma with a minimum of Lower Credit Level Pass in Town Planning, Estate Management, Surveying, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Engineering and Architecture. c. Holders of the Postgraduate Diploma in Planning Studies of the Lagos State University who in addition have a minimum of Lower Credit in the Higher National Diploma awarded by a recognized Polytechnic or College of Technology in Town Planning, Estate Management, Surveying, Building Technology, Quantity Surveying, Engineering and Architecture. d. In addition to the above, candidates must meet the University Matriculation requirements including Mathematics and English Language at not more than two sittings. Duration: Minimum of Four (4) semesters and maximum of 6 semesters. 5. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING A. Department of Chemical and Polymer Engineering i. PGD Chemical and Polymer Engineering a. To qualify for admission, candidates must hold a B.Sc degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemical and Polymer Engineering with a minimum of Third Class. b. B.Sc degree in any other degree courses in Engineering and related Science courses DURATION: Minimum of three (3) semesters. ii. M.Sc. Chemical and Polymer Engineering Candidates must possess: a. Bachelor of Science Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Chemical and Polymer Engineering of Lagos State University or any other approved University. b. Candidates may be required to satisfy the Department in a selection process before admission. 16
c. Candidates must also satisfy other admission requirements of the Postgraduate School of the Lagos State University. iii. M.Phil/Ph.D. Chemical and Polymer Engineering a. To qualify for the programme candidate must have M.Sc. in Chemical and Polymer Engineering with 3.5 CGPA b. Candidates must also satisfy other admission requirements of the Postgraduate School of the Lagos State University. iv. Ph.D. Chemical and Polymer Engineering a. To be eligible for admission candidates must hold a Master of Science degree in chemical/ polymer Engineering of Lagos State University and shall normally have obtained a CGPA of 4.00 average coursework for Master degree b. An M.Phil/Ph.D. degree in chemical/ Polymer Engineering or other relevant discipline of Lagos State University or other approved university c. Candidates in the M.Phil/Ph.D. programme who must have satisfied the course work requirement could be permitted to convert to the Ph.D programme Duration: Minimum of 6 semesters and maximum of 10 semesters. B. Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering i. Postgraduate Diploma in Electronic & Computer Engineering All candidadtes must have five credit passes at O level including English, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry a. B.Sc. Electrical, Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering with a minimum of Third (3 rd ) Class Degree. b. HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in Electronic/Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering/ Science. c. B.Sc. Degree in Mathematics, Physics and any Engineering discipline with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division). ii. M.Sc. Electronic and Computer Engineering Candidates seeking admission into M.Sc. Electronic and Computer Engineering must possess the following qualifications: a. A first Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering. b. A first Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Computer Science or Mathematics or Physics/Electronics PLUS Postgraduate Diploma in Electronic and Computer Engineering of Lagos State University with a minimum of Upper Credit. c. HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Engineering/Science PLUS Postgraduate Diploma in Electronic and Computer Engineering of Lagos State University with a minimum of Upper Credit. Duration: Minimum of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters. iii. M.Phil/Ph.D Electronic and Computer Engineering Application for admission into M.Phil/Ph.D Electronic and Computer Engineering must possess M.Sc in Electronic and Computer/Electrical Engineering or its equivalent from Lagos State University or any recognized University with a minimum of CGPA of 3.5 Duration: Minimum of six [6] semesters. iv. Ph.D Electronic and Computer Engineering Applicants for admission into Ph.D Electronic and Computer Engineering shall be graduates of Lagos State University or any other Universities recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University with M.Sc in Electronic and Computer Engineering with CGPA of 4.0 and above C. Department of Mechanical Engineering i. M.Sc Mechanical Engineering (i) A Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of technology Degree of the Lagos State University or any approved University, in Mechanical Engineering of related Engineering discipline at a minimum of Second Class Lower Division and O Level requirements for admission into the Bachelor s Programme in Engineering. (ii) A minimum of Upper Credit in the Postgraduate Diploma Programme of Lagos State University or any approved University in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline. (iii) Candidates may be required to satisfy all Department requirements in a qualifying examination before admission. ii. M.Phil/Ph.D Mechanical Engineering a. M.Sc Degree in Mechanical Engineering of Lagos State University or its equivalent from any approved University with a minimum Cumulative Grade Points Average of 3.50 is required to qualify a candidate for admission into the M.Phil/Ph.D Programme. 17
Duration: Minimum of6 semesters. iii. Ph.D Mechanical Engineering a. M.Sc Degree in Mechanical Engineering of Lagos State University or its equivalent from any approved University with a minimum Cumulative Grade Points Average of 4.0 is required to qualify a candidate for admission into the Ph.D Programme. b. A Candidate registered for the M.Phil/Ph.D who has scored a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.50 may at the end of the course work transfer to candidature of the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Degree programme. Duration: Minimum of 6 semesters and maximum of 10 semesters. 6. FACULTY OF LAW A. Master of Law (LL.M General Law) a. A Law Degree of Lagos State University or any University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division with a Bachelor of Law (LL.B.). B. Institute of Maritime Law: i. Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime and Commercial Law The following are required for admission: a. Bachelor of Law (LL.B) with Third Class Division and a B.L. b. University Degree in any discipline and NOT less than Second Class Lower. c. Other relevant professional qualification(s) like AIB, ACCA, ACM etc. Duration: Minimum of 3 semesters. ii. Master of Law (LL.M Maritime and Commercial Law): Admission requirement shall be any of the following recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University a. Minimum of Second Class Lower Division from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by Senate of Lagos State University with a Bachelor of Law. b. Bachelor of Law (LL.B) with less than Second Class Lower Division provided the applicants have undertaken the PGD Programme with CGPA of NOT less than 3.0. c. Bachelor of Law (LL.B) with Third Class Division PLUS ten (10) years post-call to Bar experience. iii. Master in Legal Studies (MLS) a. A good honours degree in any discipline from LASU or any other University recognized by Senate of LASU. b. Possession of Professional Certificate such as ACCA, ACIS, IPM, AIB e.t.c c. HND in relevant disciplines with a minimum of lower credit and a minimum of three (3) years post qualification working experiences. As an added advantage, candidates who are working in government Institutions and organized private sector would be favourably considered. Duration: Minimum of four (4) Semesters and Maximum of six (6) semesters. iv. LL.M Law of Taxation a. a good honors degree in Law with at least second class lower division b. a good mixed degree in Law and any of the Social Sciences with at least second class lower division may be considered c. Holders of degrees specified above with less than second class lower division who have acquired five (5) years post qualification may be admitted. Duration: Minimum of 2 semesters and maximum of 4 semesters. v. MLS Law of Taxation a. a good degree in Law from a recognized University. b. A good mixed degree in Law and any other Social Sciences may be considered c. Holders of Degree above with less than second class lower division who have acquired five years post graduation experience may be admitted. d. candidates processing M.Sc in Taxation, Accounting, Economics or any other relevant discipline with a minimum of second class lower division e. Holders of professional qualifications in Taxation, Accounting or related disciplines. May also be considered for admission. 18
Duration: Minimum of 4 semesters. vi. M.Phil/Ph.D An applicant for the Master of Philosophy shall be: a. A graduate of the Lagos State University or any other recognized University approved by the Senate of Lagos State University with at least a Second Class [honours] [Upper Division] or its equivalent at the LL.B level; b. A graduate of the Lagos State University or any other approved University with a CGPA of not less than 3.5 points at the completion of the LL.M degree. viii. Ph.D An applicant for the Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] of Law shall be a graduate of the Lagos State University with a CGPA of not less than 4.0 points at the completion of the LL.M degree. NOTE: The LL.M degree of the Lagos State University will run for four [4] academic semester and shall be by course-work and dissertation. Examinations shall be administered at the end of the course-work while the dissertation shall be examined by a panel of examiners constituted for that purpose. 7. FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES A. Department of Business Administration i. Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration. a. Candidates for PGD Business Administration are required to possess a first Degree in any of these: Business Administration, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Marketing, Public Administration, Industrial Relations or any of the Social Sciences with CGPA of not less than 2.0 may be considered. b. Holders of a first Degree in other courses different from the above with minimum of Second Class Lower Division may be considered. d. Higher National Diploma with minimum of Upper Credit in Business Administration and Management related courses. e. Higher National Diploma with minimum of Upper Credit in other areas like Hotel Management, Secretarial Studies may be considered. ii. Master in Business Administration (MBA) a. Graduates of Lagos State University and holder of a Degree recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University not lower than Second Class Lower. b. Holders of Professional qualification i.e. ACA, ACCA, ACMA, ACIB, ACII, CIPM or any other Professional qualification approved by the Senate of Lagos State University in Accounting, Banking and Finance, Insurance, Marketing, Engineering and Allied disciplines. Such a candidate may be considered for admission based on such qualification. c. HND with Upper Credit in Accounting, Banking and Finance, Insurance, Marketing, Engineering and Allied disciplines provided that such candidate presents a PGD in relevant disciplines. d. All candidates must possess Five (5) O Level credits including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings. e. A minimum of three (3) years post qualification and post NYSC working experience in a reputable organization. ii. M.Sc. Business Administration With Specialization in: (a) Business Administration (b) Management (c) International Business Candidates seeking admission into M.Sc. Business Administration must possess any of the following qualifications: a. First Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Human Resource Management, Accounting and Banking and Finance. B. Department of Industrial Relations & Personnel Management i. Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources & Industrial Relations To qualify for admission into PGDHRIR, candidates must possess: a. Bachelor s Degree in related or non-related areas. b. Higher National Diploma (HND) with Upper Credit from an accredited Institution with two years cognate experience. 19
Duration: Minimum of 3 semesters. ii. Master in Human Resources & Industrial Relations (M.HRIR) To qualify for admission into M.HRIR, candidates are required to possess: a. A Bachelor s Degree or its equivalent from recognized Institution. b. Candidates with Bachelor s Degree can be from any discipline. c. Candidates with HND plus PGD in HRIR, Business Administration or any Social Sciences related course with at least five (5) years cognate experience may be considered for admission. iii. M.Sc. Human Resources & Industrial Relations To qualify for admission into the M.Sc. Degree programme, candidates must possess: a. Five (5) O Level credits including Mathematics, English Language and Economics/Commerce at not more than two (2) sittings. b. A Bachelor s degree of Lagos State University or of any other Universities recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University with at least Second Class Lower Division in all relevant management courses and any of the following courses in Social Sciences:Sociology, Psychology, Economics and Political Science. C. Department of Public Administration i. M.Sc. Public Administration a. At least, five (5) Credit pass at Ordinary Level (GCE, WASC, SSCE, NECO) including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two (2) sittings. b. A Bachelor s Degree of Lagos State University or any other University approved by the Senate of Lagos State University with not less than a Second Class Honors, Lower Division in Public Administration, Political Science, Sociology, History as well as Politics, Philosophy, Economics (PPE) combined Honours. iii M.Phil/Ph.D Public Administration Applicants for the admission to M.Phil/Ph.D Public Administration must possess a Master of Science (M.Sc) degree in Public Administration or its equivalent from Lagos State University or any other recognized University whose weighted course work is not less than 3.50 and above. Duration: Minimum of6 semesters and maximum of 10 semesters. For extension beyond the specified maximum period, a special permission of the Postgraduate Board shall be required. iv Ph.D Public Administration Applicants for the admission to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Administration must possess a Master of Science (M. Sc) degree in Public Administration from Lagos State University or any other recognized University whose weighted course work is not less than 60% or CGPA of 4.0 and above. Duration: Ph.D programme is to run for a minimum of six (6) semesters and a maximum of ten (10) semesters. For extension beyond the specified maximum period, a special permission of the Postgraduate Board shall be required. 8. FACULTY OF SCIENCE A. Department of Botany i. M.Sc. Botany a. Candidates must have a minimum of five(5) credits pass inclusive of the following: English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Physics. b. Candidates should have a minimum of Second Class Lower Division in Botany or any allied course as recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. Duration: Minimum of 4 consecutive semesters and maximum of 6 semesters. ii. For extension beyond the specified maximum period, a special permission of Senate shall be required. B. Department of Fisheries i. Postgraduate Diploma in Fisheries The programme is opened to: a. Holders of Degree in Zoology, Fisheries, Biology, Agriculture, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology () or any relevant discipline with at least a pass Degree Certificate obtained from the Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University b. HND or its equivalent in Biology, Agriculture, Fisheries, Microbiology or any other relevant qualification with a minimum of lower credit from an institution recognized by the Senate of the Lagos State University. ii. M.Sc Fisheries a. M.Sc Fisheries is opened to holders of first Degree with minimum of Second Class (Lower) Division either in Fisheries, Zoology, Biology, Animal Science, Agriculture or any other relevant discipline from Lagos State University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lagos State University. 20