Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano (YUMSUK) invites applications for its postgraduate programs for the academic session 2025/2026. The application period runs from August 11 until September 14 2025. All programs are full-time and applicants must apply online via the official website. This is a chance for scholars who are interested to advance their studies at a reputable institution located in Kano, Nigeria.
Quick Facts
The application period is from August 11 through October 14, 2025Programmes available: Graduate Diploma Postgraduate, Masters Degree, M.Phil., Ph.D.
Mode Full-time only
Application fee 15,000 N. (non-refundable and not including bank fees)
Application portal: https://applicant.safapply.com/spsnwu
Eligibility
Candidates must satisfy certain criteria to be eligible for YUMSUK postgraduate courses. The following are the most important requirements:
Postgraduate Diploma
- First degree (minimum third class) as well as a Higher National Diploma (HND) with at minimum Lower Credit.
- Experience in the field might be required for certain programs.
- Five O’Level credits, which include English along with Mathematics.
Academic Master’s Degree
- A minimum Second Class (Lower Division) degree from YUMSUK or any other recognized university.
- Degree holders of the Third Class must have holders of a Third Class degree must have a Postgraduate Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 3.50.
- Five O’Level credits, which include English along with Mathematics.
Professional Master’s Degree
- The minimum requirement is a Second-Class (Lower Division) degree in an appropriate area from YUMSUK or an accredited university.
- Five O’Level credits, which include English as well as Mathematics.
Ph.D. and M.Phil. Programmes
- Academic Master’s degrees from the YUMSUK University or an accredited university that has at least a CGPA that is 3.50 (on the 5.00 scale).
- Candidates who have an CGPA of at the minimum of 3.00 could get considered M.Phil./Ph.D.
- M.Phil. holders must have at least a CGPA of 3.00 from an accredited university.
- Five O’Level credits, which include English along with Mathematics.
Ph.D. applicants are required to submit an original research proposal that is not over 300 words. Students pursuing an academic Master’s degree and Ph.D. applicants must make sure they send their academic transcripts at the School of Postgraduate Studies, YUMSUK.
Application Procedure
Apply using these steps to YUMSUK postgraduate programs:
- Visit https://applicant.safapply.com/yumsuniversity.
- Register an account or login if you’re returning applicant.
- Submit the online application form, completing the mandatory fields that are indicated by an Asterisk (*).
- Pay the N15,000 application fee through the portal, or in any bank with the RRR generated (Remita Retrieval Reference).
- Keep track of your progress on a regular basis to avoid losing important information.
- Fill out the form completely and also print the acknowledgement slip.
- Ph.D. applicants are required to upload an abstract of their research (maximum 300 words).
- Make arrangements for transcripts of academic studies to be delivered for the School of Postgraduate Studies, YUMSUK.
Make sure you have an accurate phone contact number as well as an email address to be able to contact.
Additional Notes
- All programs are full-time and there are no options for part-time.
- The application fee cannot be refunded and does not include bank charges.
- Visit for the YUMSUK postgraduate portal to find a complete list of programs available as well as specific entry requirements.
- For inquiries, email application.sps@yumsuk.edu.ng.
- The university insists on strict adherence to the deadlines. So, you should apply early to avoid any issues.
The official YUMSUK website (yumsuk.edu.ng) The postgraduate programs span faculties such as Education, Computing, and Science and offer a variety of options like PGD Education, M.Sc. Computer Science, and Ph.D. Chemistry. Make sure you check the requirements specific to your program on the portal prior to applying.
Conclusion
The YUMSUK postgraduate admissions form for 2025/26 gives applicants an opportunity to pursue advanced studies at a reputable institution. With a straightforward admissions process and strict deadlines, applicants must prepare in advance and make sure all prerequisites are fulfilled. Go to the official website to submit your application and to secure your place.
