The Management of Yobe State University hereby invites applications from distinguished and suitably qualified candidates for admission into our diverse range of Postgraduate Programmes for the 2025/2026 Academic Session. Committed to academic excellence and innovative research, YSU offers advanced studies designed to foster professional growth and scholarly impact.
AVAILABLE POSTGRADUATE DISCIPLINES
Our faculties offer specialized Postgraduate Diplomas (PGD), Professional Master’s, Master of Science/Arts (M.Sc./M.A.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees across the following departments:
Faculty of Arts
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Arabic: PGD, M.A., and Ph.D. in Linguistics and Literature.
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English: M.A. and Ph.D. in Language and Literature.
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History & International Studies: PGD and Master’s in Policy and Strategic Studies; M.A. and Ph.D. in History.
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Islamic Studies: M.A. and Ph.D. in Fiqh, Usul Fiqh, and Usuluddeen.
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Language & Linguistics: M.A. and Ph.D. in Linguistics and Hausa (Literature, Language, and Culture).
Faculty of Education
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Arts & Social Science Education: M.Ed. and Ph.D. in Educational Administration and Planning.
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Science Education: PGDE, M.Ed., and Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, Guidance and Counselling.
Faculty of Social & Management Sciences
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Accountancy: PGDA, Master’s in Accounting and Taxation, M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Accounting.
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Business Administration: PGDM, MBA, M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Management.
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Economics: PGD (General and Health Economics), Master’s in Health Economics, M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Economics.
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Geography: PGD in Environmental Management and GIS/Remote Sensing; MEM; M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Climatology, Population, and Rural Development.
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Political Science & Public Administration: Specialized Master’s in Governance, Human Security, Counter-Terrorism, and Strategic Studies; MPA; M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Public Administration.
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Sociology: PGDS, Master’s in Community Development, M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Sociology.
Faculty of Science
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Biological Sciences: PGD in Ecology, Plant Science, and Environmental Biology; M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Zoology, Parasitology, and various Plant Science specializations.
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Chemistry & Computer Science: M.Sc. and Ph.D. specializations in Analytical, Organic, Physical, and Inorganic Chemistry; Advanced computing degrees in AI, Cyber Security, and IT.
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Physics, Mathematics & Statistics: PGD, M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Pure/Applied Mathematics, Statistics, and various Physics concentrations including Nuclear, Medical, and Theoretical Physics.
Interdisciplinary Research
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CRCDHS: Master’s in Humanitarian Studies.
APPLICATION PROTOCOL & PROCEDURES
Prospective scholars are mandated to adhere to the following registration guidelines:
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Application Window: Forms are accessible from 30th April to 13th June 2026.
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Digital Portal: All applications must be processed via the official university portal.
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Investment in Excellence: A non-refundable application fee is required based on the programme of interest:
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Ph.D. and Master’s Programmes: ₦20,000.00.
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Postgraduate Diploma (PGD): ₦15,000.00.
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ENQUIRIES & SUPPORT
For further administrative guidance or technical support, please contact our admissions office: 📞 08036254610 | 08030489812
Signed: Management Yobe State University
