Postgraduate Admissions for 2026/2027 Academic Session

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) postgraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. Candidates can choose from a wide range of programmes offered across our diverse Schools and Institutes.

Academic Schools and Centers

Prospective students can apply to programmes within the following faculties:

• SAAT: School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
• SEET: School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
• SESET: School of Electrical Systems Engineering and Technology
• SICT: School of Information and Communication Technology
• SLIT: School of Logistics and Innovation Technology
• SOBS: School of Biological Sciences
• SOES: School of Environmental Sciences
• SOHT: School of Health Technology
• SOPS: School of Physical Sciences

Additionally, applications are open for specialized Centres/Institutes including:

• Institute of Erosion Studies (IES)
• Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards (CE-SPESS)
• African Centre of Excellence in Future Energies and Electrochemical Systems (ACE-FUELS)
• Institute for Women, Gender and Development Studies (WoGDS)
• Public Procurement Research Centre (PPRC)

General Admission Requirements

To be eligible, candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) O'level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and three other relevant subjects in not more than two sittings.

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

• Bachelor’s Degree (not below Third Class Honours) from FUTO or recognized universities.
• HND holders with Upper Credit and above in relevant areas.
• Professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACA, FIST, FIMT, FMILT, or FNIST may also qualify.

2. Masters (M.Sc, M.Eng, M.Tech, MBA, and MPH)

• Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Honours (Lower Division) and a minimum CGPA of 2.50 on a 5.00 scale (or 2.00 on a 4.00 scale).
• Third Class Honours holders must also possess a PGD with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 on a 5.00 scale.

3. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• Masters Degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.50 on a 5.00 scale (or 3.00 on a 4.00 scale).

Method of Application

Candidates are advised to complete the application forms online via the official university website: www.futo.edu.ng

• Application Period: Starts April 2026.
• Closing Date: July 31, 2026.
• Note: All document submissions must be completed by the closing date. Successful candidates will be notified via email/SMS.

For further enquiries: Kindly send an email to ict@futo.edu.ng.
Signed:
Chiedozie Uba
Registrar, FUTO