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PhD Law at University of Jos

University of Jos, Nigeria

Programme overview

The PhD Law is a doctoral programme offered at University of Jos by the Law, Jos, Plateau State.

Level: Doctoral  |  Faculty: Law  |  Location: Jos, Plateau State

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Entry requirements

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR Postgraduate Diploma: For the postgraduate diploma programme in Conflict Management and Peace Studies, candidates should possess not less than a Third Class Degree from a recognized University. Ph.D (LAW) The Ph.D (Law) Programme shall run for a minimum of 36 Calender months and a maximum of 60 Calender months. For Extension beyond the maximum period, special permission of the Faculty Postgraduate Committee shall be required. MOBE OF STUDY The Programme is Full-time DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN LAW AND DIPLOMACY (Ph.D(LAW AND BIPLOMACY)) ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: A Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy (MALD) from the University of Jos or a similar degree from an approved University with a minimum of a weightier score average of 60 points. A minimum of two (2) positive references as to character and learning must be submitted by the applicant. At least one of the references must be obtained from the applicant’s supervisor in the course of his/her studies leading up to the award of the degree of Masters of Arts in Law and Diplomacy. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Same as Ph.D Law Duration of Programme Ph.D (Law and Diplomacy) Same as Ph.D (Law) Mode of Study Same as Ph.D (Law) ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS INTO M.phil/Ph.D. LAW The criteria for admission are as follows: A master of Laws (LL.M) degree from an approved University with a minimum of a weighted score average of 60 points. A minimum of two (2) positive references as to character and learning must be submitted by the a

Apply through the university admissions page: https://www.unijos.edu.ng/admission

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