The Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri, through its School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS), has announced the commencement of applications for admission into its 2025/2026 postgraduate programmes.

The university is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for admission into its Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s Degree, Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes, available on both full-time and part-time basis across several faculties.

According to the admission notice, the postgraduate programmes are designed to provide advanced academic and professional training while equipping graduates with the research skills required to excel in their chosen fields.

Postgraduate Programmes Available

Admissions are available across the following faculties and departments:

Faculty of Agriculture

Candidates can apply into postgraduate programmes in:

• Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development
• Animal Science
• Crop Science and Biotechnology
• Soil Science and Environment
• Food Science and Technology

Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

Available departments include:

• Anatomy and Neurobiology
• Human Physiology
• Medical Biochemistry

Faculty of Biological Sciences

Programmes are offered in:

• Animal and Environmental Biology
• Microbiology
• Plant Science and Biotechnology
• Biochemistry

Faculty of Communication and Media Studies

Applicants can pursue postgraduate studies in:

• Advertising
• Broadcasting
• Development Communication
• Film and Multimedia Studies
• Journalism and Media Studies
• Public Relations

Faculty of Education

Admissions are available into:

• Educational Arts
• Educational Foundations and Counselling
• Language Education
• Life Science Education
• Physical Science Education
• Social Science Education

Faculty of Engineering

Postgraduate programmes are available in:

• Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Petroleum and Gas Engineering

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

Interested candidates can apply into:

• Architecture
• Building
• Estate Management
• Fine and Applied Arts
• Quantity Surveying
• Surveying and Geoinformatics
• Geography and Environmental Management
• Urban and Regional Planning

Faculty of Health Sciences

Available postgraduate programmes include:

• Public Health
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Human Nutrition and Dietetics
• Optometry
• Nursing Science
• Community Mental Health

Faculty of Humanities

Applications are invited into:

• Igbo Studies
• Gender Studies
• English and Literary Studies
• History and International Studies
• French
• Linguistics and Igbo
• Philosophy
• Religion and Peace Studies
• Theatre Arts

Faculty of Law

The School of Postgraduate Studies is also accepting applications into programmes offered by the Faculty of Law.

Faculty of Management Sciences

Available departments include:

• Accountancy
• Banking and Finance
• Management
• Insurance and Risk Management
• Marketing
• Hospitality and Tourism Management

Faculty of Physical Sciences

Applicants can apply into:

• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Physics
• Statistics
• Mathematics

Faculty of Social Sciences

Programmes are available in:

• Economics
• Political Science
• Public Administration
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Library and Information Science

Who Can Apply?

Applications are open to graduates who possess the required academic qualifications for admission into postgraduate programmes as specified by the School of Postgraduate Studies.

Candidates are advised to consult the university’s postgraduate admission guidelines to determine the entry requirements for their preferred programme before applying.

Method of Application

The university announced that the sale of application forms will commence on Monday, 3rd August, 2026.

Interested applicants are required to obtain the application form through the IMSU Microfinance Bank after payment of a non-refundable application fee of Fifty Thousand Naira (₦50,000).

Applicants are encouraged to complete the application process carefully and provide all required academic credentials and supporting documents.

Why Choose IMSU Postgraduate School?

The School of Postgraduate Studies offers students an opportunity to pursue advanced studies under experienced academics in a conducive learning environment.

The programmes are designed to strengthen research capacity, develop professional competence, and prepare graduates for leadership roles in academia, government, industry, healthcare, engineering, business, and other sectors.

With a wide range of postgraduate courses across thirteen faculties, the university continues to expand opportunities for academic and career advancement.

Further Enquiries

Prospective applicants who require additional information about admission requirements, available programmes, or the application process can visit the School of Postgraduate Studies website or contact the university through the official postgraduate email address:

Email: [email protected]

The management of Imo State University, Owerri, encourages all qualified candidates to take advantage of the admission opportunity by submitting their applications promptly and ensuring that all required documents are completed before the close of the admission exercise.