Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja (formerly University of Abuja), has opened its application window for postgraduate courses run by the Centre for Environmental Studies and Climate Change for the 2026/2027 academic year.

The institution is offering a range of doctoral, master’s and postgraduate diploma qualifications covering environmental management, climate change, climate finance, sustainability and allied subjects.

Available Programmes

A. Doctorate Degree Programmes

• Doctorate Degree in Environmental Management
• Doctorate Degree in Climate Change Management
• Doctorate Degree in Climate Change and Migration

B. Master's Degree Programmes

• Master's Degree in Climate Finance and Policy
• Master's Degree in Environmental Management and Sustainability
• Master's Degree in Climate Change Management
• Master's Degree in Climate Change Migration

C. Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

• Postgraduate Diploma in Climate Change Management
• Postgraduate Diploma in Climate Finance and Policy
• Postgraduate Diploma in Climate Change and Migration
• Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Impact Assessment
• Postgraduate Diploma in Waste Management
• Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Policy and Governance

Admission Requirements

1. Doctorate Degree Programmes

Applicants must hold a master’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least a 3.00 CGPA (60%) from a recognised university. An NYSC discharge certificate or an exemption letter is also required.

2. Master's Degree Programmes

Candidates may satisfy any of the following conditions:

• A bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of Second Class Honours from an approved institution.
• A bachelor's degree with Third Class honours in a pertinent area, together with a postgraduate diploma in a cognate climate or environmental science from a recognised university.
• A postgraduate diploma with a credit pass in a relevant climate or environmental science discipline from an approved institution.

All applicants must also provide an NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter.

3. Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

Prospective students need a bachelor’s degree with at least a Third Class standing in a relevant subject from an accredited university. The notice also accepts a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a related field, provided the candidate also submits an NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter.

Duration of Programmes

• Doctorate Degree: Minimum three years, maximum five years.
• Master's Degree: 18 months.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should access the online portal to complete their applications.

Application Portal: https://portal.uniabuja.edu.ng/

Application Fee: ₦30,000 for Nigerian applicants; foreign applicants are to remit the equivalent amount in their local currency.

Application Deadline

All applications must be submitted by 30 November 2026.

Contact for Enquiries

For additional information, applicants may reach the university via the telephone numbers below:

• +234 818 447 5960
• +234 912 227 95577