PhD Curriculum & Instruc at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria

Programme overview

The PhD Curriculum & Instruc is a doctoral programme offered at Ahmadu Bello University by the Department of Educational Foundation and Curriculum in the Education, Zaria, Kaduna State. It runs for 3 years.

Level: Doctoral | Faculty: Education | Department: Educational Foundation and Curriculum | Duration: 3 years | Location: Zaria, Kaduna State

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Entry requirements

Specialization Courses The students are expected to take at least THREE courses in a particular school – related subject. These courses are core and should not be more than three (3) credit units each. 3 courses x 3 credit units = 9 Credits. Elective The candidate is expected to take at least one elective from either foundation education courses (Administration and Planning, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling etc.) or an Advanced Research Writing course. One elective = 3 Credits Dissertation The students admitted into Ph.D. Curriculum and Instruction programme will be expected to submit empirically researched and innovative doctoral dissertation that must be internally and externally defended and passed. Summary of Credit Units Core Courses - 09 Credit Units Major Courses - 09 Credit Units Specialization Courses - 09 Credit Units Elective - 03 Credit Units Research/Dissertation - 12-18 Credit Units

Postgraduate admission for the 2026/2027 academic session runs through the Postgraduate College; PhD applicants must upload a research proposal of not more than 300 words.

Postgraduate application forms for 2026/2027 are sold online at portal.abu.edu.ng/forms for N10,000 excluding bank charges; all admission processes end on 2 November 2026.

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

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