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PAMO UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (PUMS), PORT HARCOURT
SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION INTO FULL-TIME POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The aim of the School of Postgraduate Studies at PUMS is to further develop the spirit of enquiry in the graduate students, through training in research, in an atmosphere of intellectual independence and individual creativity, combined with a strong sense of team work. In pursuit of the above aim: Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time admissions into the postgraduate programmes of PAMO University of Medical Sciences (PUMS), Port Harcourt, for the 2026/2027 academic session, leading to the award of Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in the following Departments:

Programmes Offered

1. Department of Medical Laboratory Science

Programmes: PGD, MSc, PhD

Areas of Specialization

Chemical Pathology
  • Endocrinology
  • Toxicology and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
  • Oncologic and Molecular Diagnostics
  • Clinical Biochemistry and Metabolic Diseases
Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science
  • General and Molecular Haematology
  • Haemostasis and Coagulation Studies
  • Transfusion Science and Immunohaematology
  • Haematological Malignancies and Regenerative Haematology
Histopathology and Cytology
  • Diagnostic Histopathology
  • Cytopathology and Cytogenetics
  • Immunohistochemistry and Oncopathology
  • Forensic and Experimental Pathology
Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
  • Antimicrobial Resistance and Public Health Microbiology
  • Parasitology and Medical Entomology
  • Diagnostic Bacteriology and Virology
  • Mycology and Environmental Microbiology
Immunology
  • Infection and Vaccinology
  • Clinical and Diagnostic Immunology
  • Experimental and Molecular Immunology
  • Tumour Immunology

2. Department of Nursing Science

Programmes: PGD, MSc, PhD

Areas of Specialization

  • Community/Public Health Nursing
  • Maternal and Child Health Nursing
  • Medical-Surgical Nursing
  • Mental/Psychiatric Health Nursing
  • Nursing Administration and Management
  • Nursing Education

3. Department of Radiography and Radiation Sciences

Programmes: PGD, MSc, PhD

Areas of Specialization

Medical Imaging
  • Diagnostic Ultrasound
  • Computed Tomography (CT)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Breast Imaging
  • Film Reporting
Radiation Protection
  • Radiation Protection and Dosimetry
  • Radiation and Environmental Protection

4. Department of Pharmacology

Programmes: MSc, PhD

Areas of Specialization

  • Clinical Pharmacology
  • Toxicology
  • Cardiovascular Pharmacology
  • Ethnopharmacology
  • Endocrine Pharmacology

5. Department of Anatomy

Programmes: MSc, PhD

Areas of Specialization

  • Anthropometric and Forensic Anatomy
  • Microscopic Anatomy
  • Developmental Anatomy
  • Neuroanatomy / Neurosciences

6. Department of Biochemistry

Programmes: MSc, PhD

Areas of Specialization

  • Clinical Biochemistry
  • Toxicological Biochemistry
  • Nutritional Biochemistry

7. Department of Physiology

Programmes: MSc, PhD

Areas of Specialization (PhD only)

  • Cardiopulmonary Physiology
  • Environmental Physiology
  • Reproductive Endocrinology
  • Neurophysiology
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Sleep Physiology
  • Blood Physiology

Application Requirements and Procedure

1. Admission Requirements

1.1 Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

The Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) programme is offered only in the following departments:
  • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Nursing Science
  • Radiography and Radiation Sciences
The following candidates are eligible to apply for admission into the PGD programmes:
1.1.1 General Requirements
  • Candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) O’ Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, obtained at not more than two sittings.
1.1.2 PGD in Medical Laboratory Science
  • Candidates from approved universities who hold a BMLS degree with at least a Third Class grade.
  • Candidates must be registered with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
1.1.3 PGD in Radiography and Radiation Sciences
  • Candidates from approved universities with at least a Third Class degree in Radiography, Radiography and Radiological Sciences, or Radiography and Radiation Sciences.
  • Holders of professional qualifications such as Diploma of the College of Radiographers of London (DCR London), R.T (ARRT) USA, CAMRT (Canada), and D.I.R. (Nigeria) are also eligible to apply.
1.1.4 PGD in Nursing Science
  • Candidates from approved universities with a BNSc or BSc Nursing degree and at least a Third Class grade.
  • Candidates with a minimum of Upper Credit in Higher National Diploma (HND) in Nursing Science from recognized Colleges or Schools of Nursing are eligible to apply.
  • Candidates must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) and possess a current Nigerian practising licence.
  • Candidates with degrees in Biological Science disciplines such as:
    • Nutrition and Dietetics
    • Microbiology
    • Biochemistry
    • Health Education
    • Anatomy
    • Physiology
    • Clinical Psychology
    from recognized universities may also apply.

1.2 Master’s Degree (MSc)

The following candidates may apply for admission into the Master’s degree programmes:
  • Candidates from approved universities who obtained Bachelor’s degrees in relevant disciplines acceptable to the respective departments with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division.
  • Candidates with unclassified degrees acceptable to the departments must have obtained a minimum overall grade of C (50%).
  • Holders of a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in the proposed field of study from recognized institutions with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 5-point scale.
  • Candidates who possess the Fellowship of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (FMLSCN) in the relevant specialty area may apply for admission into Medical Laboratory Science.

1.3 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The following candidates may apply for admission into the PhD programmes:
  • Candidates from approved universities who obtained a Master’s degree in the proposed field of study with a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5-point scale.

2. Duration of Programmes

Programme Minimum Duration Maximum Duration
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Two Semesters Three Semesters
Master of Science (MSc) Three Semesters Five Semesters
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Six Semesters Nine Semesters

3. Method of Application

Applications should be completed online through the Postgraduate Admissions Portal:

Application Steps

  1. Complete the online application form by filling in all required information and click “Submit My Application.”
  2. A confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address. Please ensure you provide a valid personal email address.
  3. Open the email and click the activation link to validate your account.Important: Copy and keep your Application Number safely. It will serve as your unique identification throughout the application process.
  4. After activation, log in using your Application Number and registered email address.
  5. Review your information, pay the application fee of Twenty Thousand Naira N20,000, and upload evidence of payment.
  6. Complete the remaining sections of the application by following the step-by-step process.
  7. After final submission:
    • Print your completed Application Form.
    • Print the Transcript Request Form.
    • Forward the Transcript Request Form to your previous institution for the release of your academic transcript.
    • If you have changed your name, ensure it is clearly indicated on the Transcript Request Form.
Need Help? If you encounter any difficulty while completing your application, please visit the Help Dashboard or contact the support team for assistance.

Important Information for Applicants

  1. Always check your email regularly for updates and important communication from the University.
  2. Provide the names and contact details of three referees, at least two of whom must be academics not below the rank of Senior Lecturer.
  3. Master’s Degree Applicants must upload a synopsis of their previous degree research (maximum of one typed page) containing:
    • Name of Applicant
    • Proposed Department and Faculty
    • Title of Last Degree Research
    • Brief Background of the Study
    • Aim and Objectives
    • Methodology
    • Results
    • Conclusion
  4. PhD Applicants must upload a research proposal (maximum of five typed pages) containing:
    • Name of Applicant
    • Proposed Department and Faculty
    • Proposed Research Title (not more than 21 words)
    • Brief Background of the Study
    • Aim and Objectives
    • Methodology
    • Expected Outcomes
    • References

Application Timeline (2026/2027 Academic Session)

Sale of Application Forms 1 July 2026 – 30 September 2026
Deadline for Submission of Applications 4 October 2026
Transcript Submission Deadline 4 October 2026
Master’s Applicants Upload a synopsis of previous degree research (maximum one typed page).
PhD Applicants Upload a thesis proposal (maximum five typed pages).
Proposal Defence PhD applicants may be invited for proposal defence on a date to be communicated.

Transcript Submission

Academic transcripts (hard or soft copy) should reach the: Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies, PAMO University of Medical Sciences (PUMS) Soft copy transcripts should be sent only from institutional email addresses to: spgs@pums.edu.ng
Important Notice Notwithstanding compliance with the above requirements, all admissions offered remain provisional. The School of Postgraduate Studies, PAMO University of Medical Sciences (PUMS), reserves the right to offer, confirm, or deny admission.

Mr. Samson S. Ogala Principal Assistant Registrar Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies