Northwest University, Kano (NWU) is also called Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano is currently accepting applications for postgraduate programs for 2025/2026 academic year. The application deadline is August 11 until September 14, 2025. All programs are full-time and applicants are required to apply online through the official website. This is an excellent chance for those looking to develop their academic and professional career within Kano, Nigeria.
Quick Facts
Application period: August 11 through September 14, 2025.
Programmes: Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s, M.Phil., Ph.D.
Mode Only Full-time
Application fee N15,000 (non-refundable and not including bank fees)
Application portal: https://applicant.safapply.com/yumsuniversity
Eligibility
To be eligible in the NWU Kano postgraduate programmes, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Postgraduate Diploma
- A first degree that has at least a minimum of the Third Class (or Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Lower Credit.
- Professional qualifications relevant to the program might be considered for certain courses.
- Five O’Level credits, which include English along with Mathematics.
Academic Master’s Degree
- Minimum of a Second Grade (Lower Division) degree from NWU or any other recognized university.
- Candidates who hold a Third Class degree need the Postgraduate Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 3.50.
- Five O’Level credits, which include English along with Mathematics.
Professional Master’s Degree
- Minimum 2nd Grade (Lower Division) degree in an appropriate area from NWU or an accredited university.
- Five O’Level credits, which include English along with Mathematics.
Ph.D. and M.Phil. Programmes
- A Master’s degree in Academics from NWU or an accredited university that has an minimum CGPA that is 3.50 (on the 5.00 scale).
- Candidates who have an CGPA of at minimum 3.00 could get considered M.Phil./Ph.D.
- M.Phil. holders must have an CGPA minimum of 3.00 from an accredited university.
- Five O’Level credits, which includes English as well as Mathematics.
Ph.D. applicants need to submit an original research proposal that is not greater than 300 words. Candidates applying for Academic Master’s and Ph.D. programs should prepare the academic transcripts of their studies to be delivered at the School of Postgraduate Studies, NWU Kano.
Application Procedure
These steps will help you submit an application in the following steps to apply NWU Kano postgraduate programmes:
- Visit https://applicant.safapply.com/spsnwu.
- Register an account or log in if you’re returning applicant.
- Complete your application online, filling in all fields that are mandatory and that are marked by an “asterisk” (*).
- Pay the N15,000 application cost through the portal, or at any bank with the RRR that was generated (Remita Retrieval Reference).
- Make sure to save your progress on a regular basis to prevent losing your the data.
- Complete the form, and print the acknowledgment slip.
- Ph.D. applicants need to submit an abstract of their research (maximum 300 words).
- Make sure that academic transcripts are mailed in NWU Kano. School of Postgraduate Studies, NWU Kano.
Give a valid telephone or email number for communications for communication.
Additional Notes
- All programs are provided in full-time only.
- The application fee cannot be refunded and does not include any additional bank fees.
- Go to on the NWU Kano postgraduate portal for an extensive list of postgraduate programs and the specific requirements for entry.
- For inquiries, contact [email protected].
- Follow the strict application deadline in order to avoid being disqualified.
According to the official website of the university (yumsuk.edu.ng), NWU Kano offers postgraduate courses across faculties, including Education, Computing, and Science with options such as PGD Education, M.Sc. Computer Science, and Ph.D. Chemistry. Check the specific requirements of your program by visiting the portal prior to submitting your application.
Conclusion
This NWU Kano postgraduate admission for 2025/2026 opens the door to higher academic opportunities. With an easy application process and a specific deadline, applicants must act immediately and make sure that they meet all the criteria. Go to the official website to start your application and to secure your spot.
