The minimum entry requirements described below should be seen as benchmarks only. The University recognizes that a wide variety of other qualifications and learning may provide appropriate evidence of an applicant’s suitability for admission.
The University will use its discretion to interpret such formal minimum attainment levels in terms of equivalence, with advice from external agencies (NUC or professional councils) as appropriate.
Minimum Entry Requirements for Undergraduate Degree Programmes
Admission into undergraduate degree programmes of the University is based on the faculty and/or departmental requirements. Please check the specific subject requirements for each programme. Meanwhile, the general minimum admission requirements for undergraduate programmes of the University include the following:
University Matriculation Examination (100 Level)
Admission is through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Requirements:
• Minimum of five (5) credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, GCE or equivalent).
• Acceptable UTME score in relevant subjects.
Direct Entry (200 Level)
Candidates must possess one of the following:
• OND, HND, or NCE (Minimum: Lower Credit/Merit)
• Two A’ Level passes (IJMB, JUPEB, Cambridge, or GCE)
• Three A’ Level passes with relevant O’ Level credits
Note: English Language and Mathematics are compulsory.
Minimum Entry Requirements for Postgraduate Degree Programmes
Newgate University Minna offers a range of Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s, and Doctoral (PhD/Professional Doctorate) programmes designed to advance academic and professional excellence.
General Requirements
• A Bachelor’s degree or HND (minimum credit level)
• Five (5) O’ Level credits, including English Language and relevant subjects
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
Applicants must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university; or
- An HND with a minimum of Upper Credit
Master’s Degree Programmes
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Lower Division
- PGD with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (on a 5-point scale)
Additional requirements may include:
- Relevant work experience (for professional programmes such as MBA, MPH)
- Professional certifications or registration
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programmes
Requirements include:
- Minimum of five O’ Level credits, including English
- Bachelor’s degree (minimum: Second Class Lower)
- Relevant Master’s degree with CGPA ≥ 3.0
- Thesis score of at least 60% (Grade B)
Applicants must also:
- Demonstrate strong research capability
- Submit a research proposal (maximum 15 pages)
Professional Doctorate (DBA, DrPH, etc.)
May require:
- A relevant Master’s degree
- Significant professional experience
- Evidence of applied research capability
Inter-University Transfer
Students from recognized universities may transfer into NUM programmes (undergraduate or postgraduate), subject to:
- Meeting NUM admission requirements
- Payment of an approved transfer fee
International Applicants
The application process is the same for all students and there is no international quota for any of our programme of study. However, applying to study at NUM requires you to understand both the general Nigeria educational system and aspects that are particular to NUM.
International applicants to any of our programmes must have a qualification that is recognized for university entry in his/her home country or country where he/she has studied. The applicant will be offered provisional admission for one semester pending equating of his/her qualification by the relevant professional body in Nigeria.
Within the framework of the general direct entry requirements, there may be special faculty requirements that a candidate must fulfil to gain admission to a programme in a specific faculty or school.