INTRODUCTION
The Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) Programme is now available in an Open and Distance Learning (ODL mode). It is designed to provide professional training in education to those who hold a first degree in an academic field other than education. Courses are delivered through online mode to enable candidates to acquire adequate and appropriate teaching strategies and modern techniques in science, mathematics and technology education, adult education, school administration, health and sports education, guidance and counselling, curriculum development, and more. The online mode of delivery allows candidates to study at their own pace and convenience and allows them to acquire and practice pedagogical skills.
ELIGIBILITY
A candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from the University of Lagos or any other institutions recognised by the University Senate with a minimum of third class
A holder of a minimum of lower credit in the Higher National Diploma from institutions recognized by the University Senate.
A candidate must have completed N.Y.S.C or be exempted from the scheme
Other regulations of the School of Postgraduate Studies shall apply
Candidates must also satisfy all other requirements as stipulated by the University Senate.
The delivery mode of courses is strictly online mode.
DURATION
The Postgraduate Diploma in Education programme through Open Distance Learning is for two (2) academic sessions.
GUIDELINES FOR APPLICATION
Application Forms are currently available until Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
Completed Application Forms are to be submitted ONLINE not later than Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
Visit the Application link: https://applications.unilag.edu.ng/
Confirm availability and your eligibility of the desired course.
Click on the “Start a Fresh Application” link and select the Postgraduate option from the Application Type menu.
Complete the Pre-Application Form to obtain a Payment Reference Number. (Please print the payment advice).
Proceed to make payment of the non-refundable fee of N30,000.00 (Thirty Thousand Naira Only) for the Form, and charges through any of the below options:
Remita Payment: Any commercial bank using the RRR number displayed on the payment advice
Online Payment: Click the Pay Now link to make payment directly on the portal with your bank debit card.
After payment, return to the Application link, then click on “Continue Application” link, login with ‘Payment Reference Number’ and provide surname in lowercase as password.
Complete the Application form and upload digital passport photograph (jpeg format) which should not be more than 15KB in size and must be on a white background. The acceptable dimension is width: 275 pixels or 35mm, height: 314 pixels or 40mm. (Failure to comply with specified image format may lead to disqualification.)
Click “SUBMIT FORM” button if the information is correct, else, click DECLINE button and continue again. CANDIDATES ARE ADVISED TO SUBMIT FORM ONLY AFTER THEY HAVE COMPLETELY FILLED THE APPLICATION FORM AS EDITING AFTER FINAL SUBMISSION ATTRACTS A N1, 000 CHARGE.
Applicants are to note the following:
Candidates are advised to read the requirements for their desired programmes carefully to confirm eligibility.
Candidates awaiting Bachelor’s degree results or are currently undergoing Postgraduate programmes or Nigerian citizens who have not completed the National Youth Service Corps assignments are not eligible.
Holders of Degrees obtained from Outreach/Satellite campuses are not eligible.
Every applicant is required to upload EVERY credential listed on the application form for the admission such as:
(a) Degree Certificates (Not Statement of Results)
(b) NYSC Certificate
(c) Professional Certificates.
Academic Transcripts must reach the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies on or before the beginning of registration/screening exercise by postage or email to [email protected] .
For further information, please call any of the telephone lines provided at http://spgs.unilag.edu.ng or send e-mails to: [email protected]; [email protected]; or [email protected]
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