Nursing Sciences
Nursing Sciences
Postgraduate Program
Welcome to the Nursing Sciences 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
- Community Health Nursing
- Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- Diploma in Nursing Science
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- Mental Health and Psychiatric Nursing
- Nursing Administration
- Nursing Education
Admission Requirements
a. O’level
5 O’ level credits to include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, physics in not more than two sittings obtained at not more than two sittings
b. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
The candidate must be a graduate of Nursing from Nnamdi Azikiwe University or a recognized University with at least a Third Class degree or a minimum of lower Credit in the Higher National Diploma, HND, from a recognized Institution
c. Master’s Degree (MSc)
i. The candidate must have a first degree in the relevant discipline with an FCGPA of not less than 2.5 from Nnamdi Azikiwe University or a recognized University
ii. A candidate with a Postgraduate Diploma 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 Nursing 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



