ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY, OWO RECEIVES NUC APPROVAL FOR 7 NEW POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 

The Management of Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, has officially announced that the National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted formal approval for the establishment and commencement of seven new postgraduate programmes, effective from the 2026/2027 academic session.

According to an official report published by Rokeeb Olasupo on 29th October 2026, this strategic expansion broadens the university’s advanced educational portfolio, offering broader opportunities for higher research, academic specialization, and professional growth across public health, science, law, and engineering disciplines.

NEWLY APPROVED POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES AND DEGREE OPTIONS

The newly accredited postgraduate programmes and their corresponding degree pathways approved by the NUC include:

* Geology: Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

* Microbiology: Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

* Public Health: Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

* Law: Master of Laws (LL.M.), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

* Computer Engineering: Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

* Mechatronics Engineering: Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

* Electrical and Electronics Engineering: Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES FOR PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATES

* Information Outlets: Intending applicants seeking postgraduate admission into any of the newly approved programmes are advised to follow Achievers University’s official communication channels for comprehensive details regarding entry requirements and application fees.

* Admission Processing: Application procedures, academic qualification criteria, and transcript submission guidelines will be uploaded directly to the university’s official admissions portal.

The approval of these seven postgraduate programmes underscores Achievers University’s continued commitment to fostering advanced research culture and expanding academic access in key professional fields.

Prospective candidates, researchers, and professionals are encouraged to take advantage of these new academic offerings for the 2026/2027 academic cycle.

Congratulations to the University Community on this great achievement!