The Osun State University (UNIOSUN) has obtained approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to introduce six new full-time postgraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. This development expands opportunities for advanced studies and research in education and engineering. The programmes comprise four doctoral degrees and two Master of Engineering degrees. UNIOSUN's Public Relations Officer, Ademola Adesoji, announced this in a statement, confirming the integration of the new programmes into the university's postgraduate application portal.
The newly approved programmes include PhD in English Language Education, PhD in Measurement and Evaluation, PhD in Chemical Engineering, PhD in Agricultural Engineering, M.Eng. in Chemical Engineering, and M.Eng. in Agricultural Engineering. These additions align with UNIOSUN's vision of delivering quality university education and developing specialised expertise to address emerging challenges across critical sectors. Eligible candidates can apply through the university's official postgraduate application portal.
The Vice-Chancellor of UNIOSUN, Prof. Odunayo Clement Adebooye, hailed the approval as a significant milestone in the university's efforts to expand postgraduate education, strengthen research capacity, and develop highly skilled professionals. He emphasised that the new programmes would provide more opportunities for qualified candidates to pursue advanced academic training while reinforcing the university's commitment to research, innovation, and national development.
According to Prof. Adebooye, the expansion of postgraduate programmes aligns with the institution's vision of addressing emerging challenges across critical sectors. The Vice-Chancellor urged eligible candidates to take advantage of the opportunity by applying through the university's official postgraduate application portal. He encouraged prospective applicants to visit the portal for information on admission requirements and application procedures.
The postgraduate application portal, https://portal.postgraduate.uniosun.edu.ng/apply, provides detailed information on admission requirements and application procedures for the new programmes. UNIOSUN's commitment to research, innovation, and national development is reinforced through the introduction of these new postgraduate programmes. The university aims to develop highly skilled professionals equipped to address emerging challenges in education and engineering.
The approval of the six new postgraduate programmes is a significant achievement for UNIOSUN, demonstrating its dedication to expanding postgraduate education and strengthening research capacity. The university's efforts to provide more opportunities for advanced studies and research are expected to contribute to national development and address emerging challenges in critical sectors.
With the introduction of these new postgraduate programmes, UNIOSUN has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering quality university education and developing specialised expertise. The university encourages eligible candidates to apply for the programmes, which are now available on its postgraduate application portal.
Key points
- Osun State University secures NUC approval for six new postgraduate programmes
- Programmes include four doctoral degrees and two Master of Engineering degrees
- UNIOSUN aims to expand postgraduate education, strengthen research capacity, and develop highly skilled professionals
