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MSc Geology at Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden

Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden, Nigeria

Programme overview

The MSc Geology is a Master of Science programme in the Department of Geology of the Faculty of Physical Sciences at Akwa Ibom State University, admitting for the 2026/2027 academic year.

Faculty: Faculty of Physical Sciences  |  Department: Department of Geology  |  Intake: 2026/2027 academic year  |  Location: Ikot Akpaden, Mkpat Enin, Akwa Ibom State

What you will study

Research specialisations offered in the department: Structural Geology and Tectonics, Applied Geophysics, Sedimentary and Petroleum Geology, Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology, Mineral Exploration, Biostratigraphy.

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Entry requirements

(a) SSC or its equivalent with credit passes in at least 5 subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and any other relevant subject obtained at not more than two sittings. (b) First degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 in Geosciences from a recognized University. (c) Candidates who possess Third Class Division at the Bachelor’s Level or HND and university PGD in Geosciences with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale or Merit may be considered for admission.

Postgraduate admission for the 2026/2027 academic year is open to PGD, MSc, MA, MEng, MEd, MBA and PhD programmes through the School of Postgraduate Studies; the university does not admit candidates to academic Master's programmes on a part-time basis.

Postgraduate applications for 2026/2027 close on 30 October 2026. The application form costs N30,000 (N30,700 including charges, paid by debit card) at aksu.edu.ng/pg; the printed form and credentials are posted to the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies.

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

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