UNIABUJA Open & Distance Learning Admission Form 2026/2027

The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) has opened its portal for students looking to apply for part-time undergraduate degrees through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) for the 2026/2027 academic year. If you’re working or just prefer learning remotely, these flexible online courses might be a good fit.

Programmes are offered through the Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education (CDL&CE), across four faculties.

List of Available Courses

Faculty of Arts

• English Language
• English Literature
• Linguistics
• Arabic
• History and Diplomatic Studies
• Christian Religious Studies
• Islamic Studies
• Philosophy

Faculty of Education

• Educational Administration
• Social Studies
• Integrated Science
• Guidance and Counselling
• Education English
• Education Economics
• Education Geography
• Christian Religion Studies
• Islamic Religion Studies
• Arabic Studies

Faculty of Management Sciences

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Public Administration

Faculty of Social Sciences

• Economics
• Geography and Environmental Management
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Geography Atmospheric Sciences

Who Can Apply

To qualify, you must meet one of these:

1. O’Level option: At least five credits including English and Maths in no more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB etc.)
2. A-Level option: Two A-Level passes and five relevant O’Level credits
3. Direct Entry (DE):
   • Four O’Level credits including English and Maths
   • Two A-Level passes, or
   • Upper Credit Diploma or NCE with 10 points minimum
   • IJMB with at least 10 points also accepted

How Long It Runs

Courses last between four to five years, depending on your entry route. Learning is done mainly online, using e-materials, videos, and other digital tools.

How to Apply

Step-by-step:

1. Start with JAMB
   • Register through the JAMB e-platform
   • You must appear on the university’s CAPS dashboard
2. Then apply through UNIABUJA portal
   • Visit cdlce.uniabuja.edu.ng
   • Click CLICK HERE TO APPLY to see requirements
   • Choose your mode: ODL (online)
   • Fill in your details: name, email, phone
   • Generate Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR)
   • Pay ₦20,000 (excluding bank charges) via Remita
   • Once payment goes through, your application number will be created
   • Log in again with that number and your surname as the password to complete the form

Application Fee

• ₦20,000 only via the Remita platform
• Must be paid fully at once

Closing Date

Application closes on Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Final Notes

• Use a working email and phone number. All updates will come through those
• Keep checking your inbox and text messages
• Still have questions? Call: 0806 228 2734 or 0903 683 6734 (Weekdays, 8am to 4pm)