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Philosophy

Philosophy

Postgraduate Program

* 2026 EST * Quality Teaching
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Welcome to the Philosophy 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

  • African Philosophy
  • Social and Political Philosophy
  • Metaphysics
  • Epistemology
  • Ethics

Admission Requirements

a.  O’level

5 O’ level credits to include English Language and any other 4 subjects and at least a pass in maths obtained at not more than two sittings.

b.  Master’s Degree (MA)

i.    The candidate must have a first degree in Philosophy or combined honors in Philosophy with an FCGPA of not less than 2.5 from Nnamdi Azikiwe University or a recognized University.

 c. MPhil/PhD

            The candidate must have a Master’s degree in the Philosophy with an FCGPA of not less than 3.00 -3.49 from Nnamdi Azikiwe University or a recognized University

d. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree

A candidate who holds a master’s degree in Philosophy 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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