Crescent University comprises of both undergraduate and postgraduate schools. Here we will be focusing on the list of postgraduate courses offered in Crescent University, admission requirements, duration for all postgraduate programmes for PGD (Postgraduate Diploma) and M.Sc (Masters Degree) because Crescent University does not currently have Ph.D programmes.
The summary of it all is that this post contains all you need to know as regards all available postgraduate programmes offered in Crescent University and how to go about in making the right selection for your PG programme. This is therefore to inform all PG aspirants that the management of Crescent University school of postgraduate studies has approved for admission into the current session the list of all available postgraduate (PG) programmed to be offered for this academic session.
Kindly note that most PG courses offered in Crescent University have their distinct requirements, however, there are some basic compulsory general entry requirements which all PG aspirants must meet in the process of application and registration for he or she to be eligible for admission.
Upon graduation, prospective PG students with desire to further their Education at Crescent University despite being a private university come up with the following questions;
i) What are the list of available Postgraduate courses offered in Crescent University?
ii) What are the admission requirements for PGD and Masters degree programmes in Crescent University?
Based on the Frequently asked questions above, we decided to put up a well detailed post that would give answers to all questions relating to Crescent University postgraduate school as this would be most beneficial for fresh PG students most especially.
Taking a cursory look at the list of PG courses offered in Crescent University, their respective admission requirements and duration for all the postgraduate programmes, you would agree with us that all categories of PG courses are offered in the institution ranging from Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) programmes to Masters programmes, therefore, aspiring students and candidates should be rest assured that any information gotten from this post as we are confident it would greatly assist graduates seeking admission into Crescent University in making an informed decision as regards which of the best postgraduate courses to study.
LIST OF MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN CRESCENT UNIVERSITY, ABEOKUTA
Department of Computer Science
Computer Science
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
a) Academic Master’s Degree
Candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics and two other relevant science subjects at ‘O’ Level.
Candidates with Bachelor’s degrees from an approved university must obtain a minimum of second class lower division with a CGPA of 3.0/5.0 for an academic programme.
Candidates with at least a third class degree or HND plus University PGD with CGPA of 3.0/5.0 may be considered for admission into academic Master’s degree programmes.
Candidates must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and effective decision making and problem solving potentials.
b) Professional Master’s Degree
(Professional programmes are terminal).
Candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics and two other relevant science subjects at ‘O’ Level.
Candidates for professional Master’s degree programmes must obtain a minimum of second class lower division.
Candidates with university degree in third class or HND plus a university PGD at credit level pass, (i.e. CGPA of 3.0/5.0) or 50% on weighted percentage average may be considered for admission into Professional Master’s degree programmes.
Candidates must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and effective decision making and problem solving potentials.
Department of Information and Communication Technology
Information and Communication technology
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
All candidates must have five Credit passes including English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry at ‘O’ Level.
A candidate with a first degree in a relevant Engineering discipline from a recognized University with minimum of a second class lower division may be admitted provided the University matriculation requirement is satisfied.
A candidate with an upper credit pass in the Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), in a relevant Engineering discipline, from a recognized University may also be admitted to a Masters Degree Programme provided the University matriculation requirements are satisfied.
Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences (Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, etc.) with at least s Second Class Lower Division.
Candidates must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, maturity and effective decision making and problem solving potentials.
COLLEGE OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
Department of Biological Science
Microbiology
Department of Chemical Science
Chemistry
Biochemistry
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Chemistry
Candidates with Bachelor’s degrees in Chemistry from Crescent University and approved universities must obtain a minimum of second class lower division with a CGPA of 3.0/5.0 for an academic programme.
The students from other streams holding bachelor’s degree with a minimum of a second class lower in related courses such as Geology, Environmental Management and Toxicology and Biochemistry may also apply provided such candidates took relevant courses in chemistry and passed them at the undergraduate level.
Candidates with at least a third class degree or HND and university PGD with CGPA of 3.0/.5.0 may be considered for admission into academic Master’s degree programmes.
Candidates may be required to undergo a selection process. That is, candidates without background in chemistry may be required to take some courses at the lower level.
Biochemistry
Candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics and two other relevant science subjects at ‘O’ Level.
Candidates with Bachelor’s degrees from an approved university must obtain a minimum of second class lower division with a CGPA of 3.0/5.0 for an academic programme.
Candidates with at least a third class degree or HND plus University PGD with CGPA of 3.0/5.0 may be considered for admission into academic Master’s degree programmes.
Admission is open to the students having Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry of Crescent University or other recognized universities with at least a second class lower degree with a CGPA of 3.0/5.0.
The students from other streams holding bachelor’s degree with a minimum of a second class lower in related courses such as Biology, Botany, Zoology, Nutrition, Food Science and Biotechnology may also apply, providing such candidates took relevant courses in Biochemistry and passed them at the undergraduate level.
Candidates may be required to undergo a selection process. That is, candidates without background in Biochemistry may be required to audit some courses at the lower level.
COLLEGE OF ARTS, SOCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Department of Business and Finance
M.Sc. Banking and Finance
Department of Mass Communication and Social Science
M.Sc. Mass Communication
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must satisfy the matriculation requirements of the University including English Language.
Candidates with Bachelors degree in Mass Communication from an approved university with its CGPA of not below 3.0 on a 5 points scale shall be considered for admission.
Candidates with a minimum of second class lower degree in relevant disiplines and a CGPA of 3.00 on a five point scale.
Candidates with a good Post Graduate Diploma (3.5 CGPA) in Mass Communication from accredited University shall be considered.
Department of Economics
Economics
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Matriculation requirements of individual universities which must be five (5) O-level credits including English.
Candidates with at least 2nd Class honours Lower Division Bachelors degree from Crescent University, Abeokuta or any approved University.
Candidates with a PGD at credit level pass (i.e. 3.5).
DURATION OF PROGRAMMES
- Full-time: A Minimum of four (4) semesters and a maximum of six (6) semesters
- Part-time: A minimum of six (6) semesters and a maximum of eight (8) semesters.
List of Postgraduate Courses Offered In Crescent University Abeokuta
COLLEGE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Department of Computer Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
All candidates must have five credit passes including English, Mathematics and two other relevant science subjects at ‘O’ Level.
Candidates with Bachelor’s degree from an approved university must obtain a minimum of pass degree in the relevant science discipline.
Holders of HND in relevant programmes from approved institutions with a minimum of Upper Credit may also be considered for admission.
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
Department of Business and Finance
Postgraduate Diploma in Banking and Finance
Department of Mass Communication and Social Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a Bachelors degree of not below Second Class Lower division in Journalism or Mass Communication or any other relevant disciplines from Crescent University, Abeokuta or any approved University by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Take and pass the admission qualifying test conducted by the Department.
Some years of professional media experience in the print and/or the electronic media will be an added advantage
Department of Economics
Postgraduate Diploma in Economics)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have five credit passes including English and Mathematics at the ‘O’ level
Candidates with Bachelors degree of not less than 3rd class honour degree from Crescent University, Abeokuta or any approved University by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Candidates with HND and/or professional qualifications cognate to Economics from a recognized institution with not less than upper credit.
DURATION OF PROGRAMMES
Full-time Diploma: Minimum of two (2) semesters and a maximum of four (4) semesters.
Part-time Diploma: Minimum of four (4) semesters and a maximum of six (6) semesters.
The above has been well explained and we hope fresh PG aspirants understands the information provided. However, questions are entertained on the post, kindly phrase your questions towards Crescent University postgraduate courses and admission requirements in order to assist other fresh students who might be needing these info during their PG registration exercise.
