Diploma in Arabic Language at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria

Programme overview

Diploma in Arabic Language is a full-time diploma programme offered by the Department of Institute for Development Research in the Institute for Development Research & Training. It runs for 2 years and is classed as a academic programme.

Faculty: Institute for Development Research & Training | Department: Institute for Development Research | Duration: 2 years | Location: Zaria, Kaduna State

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Application information

Entry requirements

Postgraduate College (general, all postgraduate programmes): applicants apply online through the Postgraduate College, supply the names of three academic referees and meet the university's basic requirements including English Language and Mathematics where applicable. ABU First Class graduates are considered for MPhil/PhD admission; a Third Class degree plus a PGD qualifies an applicant for Master's admission; a minimum CGPA of 3.5 is required for straight PhD admission. Programme-specific prerequisites are decided by the department and faculty.

Requirements published at program group level.

National Diploma, professional diploma, Advanced Diploma in Public Administration and Higher Diploma in Local Government programmes of the Institute of Administration are advertised for the 2026/2027 academic session; National Diplomas and professional diplomas last 4 semesters (2 sessions), the Advanced and Higher Diplomas 2 semesters (1 session).

Institute of Administration diploma applications for 2026/2027 are made online at portal.abu.edu.ng/forms; the application form costs N2,500 excluding remita and bank charges; closing date 31 January 2027.

Apply through the university admissions page: https://abu.edu.ng/admissions

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