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Animal Science And Production

Animal Science And Production

Postgraduate Program

* 2026 EST * Quality Teaching
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Welcome to the Animal Science And Production department. We offer a comprehensive range of postgraduate programs designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career.

Our faculty members are dedicated researchers and educators who bring extensive industry experience to the classroom.

Available Specializations

  • Animal Production and Management
  • Animal Breeding and Genetics/Biotechnology
  • Animal Nutrition and Biochemistry
  • Animal Physiology and Biotechnology

Admission Requirements

a.         O’level

5 O’ level credits to include English Language, Maths, Chemistry and Biology/Agricultural Science in not more than two sittings. Pass in Maths may be considered if the candidate has a credit in Physics or vice versa. The 5 credits must be obtained in not more than 2 sittings. A credit pass in Agricultural Science must be backed up with at least a pass in Biology.

 

b.         Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

i.                  The candidate must be a graduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University or a recognized University with at least a Third Class degree in or a minimum of lower Credit in the Higher National Diploma, HND, from a recognized Institution in Agriculturally oriented courses like Animal Production/Animal Sciences/Health, Wildlife/Fisheries, etc.

 

c.         Master’s Degree (MSc)

i.          The candidate must have a first degree in Animal Science with an FCGPA of not less than 2.50 from Nnamdi Azikiwe University or a recognized University

ii.         A candidate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Animal Science with an FCGPA of not less than 3.00 may also be admitted provided the University Matriculation requirements are satisfied.

d.         Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree

A candidate who holds a master’s degree in Animal Science with an FCGPA not less than 3.50 on a 5 Point Scale or an average of 60%, from Nnamdi Azikiwe University or a recognized University may be admitted provided the University Matriculation requirement is satisfied

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