MOUAU Part-Time Degree Admission Now Open – Apply Today!

The Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) part-time degree programmes admission form for the 2024/2025 academic session is now available.

The Centre for Continuing Education (CEC) of MOUAU has officially started selling application forms for admission into its B.Sc. part-time programmes.

This provides a great opportunity for individuals who want to further their education through part-time studies.

Who Can Apply for MOUAU Part-Time Degree Programmes?

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the part-time degree programmes at the MOUAU’s Continuing Education Centre (CEC) for the 2024/2025 academic session.

The part-time programmes are designed for those who wish to pursue higher education while balancing other commitments.

Available Part-Time Degree Programmes at MOUAU

There are various degree programmes available for part-time study at MOUAU.

Here’s a comprehensive list of programmes you can choose from:

• Agricultural Economics
• Agribusiness and Management
• Agronomy
• Computer Science
• Entrepreneurial Studies
• Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
• Plant Health Management
• Soil Science and Meteorology
• Rural Sociology and Extension
• Adult and Continuing Education
• Agricultural Science Education
• Biology Education
• Computer Science Education
• Home Economics Education
• Integrated Science Education
• Library and Information Science
• Mathematics Education
• Physics Education
• Chemistry Education
• Economics Education
• Business Education
• Education Management

These programmes provide a wide range of opportunities in fields related to agriculture, science, business, and education.

Essential Admission Requirements and Programme Durations

Each programme has specific requirements that candidates must meet to be eligible for admission.

Subject Requirements for Different Courses

Below is a breakdown of O’Level subject requirements for each programme, including special considerations and waivers.

B.Agric. Programmes

• Programmes: Agricultural Economics, Rural Sociology and Extension, Agronomy, Soil Science and Meteorology
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Agric. Science, and one other science subject.
• Special Consideration: A credit in Agric. Science must be accompanied by at least a pass in Biology.

Computer Science

• Programme: Computer Science
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and one other science subject.
• Special Consideration: None.

Education Courses

• Programmes: Chemistry Education, Physics Education, Mathematics Education
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology or Agricultural Science, Chemistry, and one other relevant subject.
• Special Consideration: A credit in Agric. Science must be supported by at least a pass in Biology.

Biology Education

• Programme: Biology Education
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.
• Special Consideration: None.

Integrated Science Education

• Programme: Integrated Science Education
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Biology, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Special Consideration: None.

Agriculture Education

• Programme: Agriculture Education
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry, and one other relevant subject.
• Special Consideration: A credit in Agric. Science must be accompanied by at least a pass in Biology.

Computer Science Education

• Programme: Computer Science Education
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and one other relevant subject.
• Special Consideration: None.

Home Economics Education

• Programme: Home Economics Education
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science, and one from Physics, Clothing & Textile, Food and Nutrition, Home Management.
• Special Consideration: A credit in Agric. Science must be backed up with at least a pass in Biology.

Entrepreneurial Studies

• Programme: Entrepreneurial Studies
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any two other relevant subjects.
• Special Consideration: None.

Industrial Relations and Personnel Management (Human Resources)

• Programme: Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any two other subjects from Government/History, Commerce, Principles of Accounting, Geography, C.R.K., Agricultural Science, Biology, Literature in English, Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba.
• Special Consideration: None.

Library and Information Science

• Programme: Library and Information Science
• O’Level Requirements: Five credit passes in not more than two sittings, including English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any two other subjects.
• Special Consideration: None.

Direct Entry Admission Criteria

Candidates seeking direct entry admission must possess a combination of O’Level results along with a minimum of two A-Level passes or an NCE, OND, or HND in relevant fields.

These relevant fields may include Agricultural Sciences, Sciences, Science Education, and Geography.

Programme Duration

The duration of the part-time degree programmes varies depending on the candidate’s qualifications.

Here is a breakdown of the study durations based on different qualifications:

• For candidates with OND/ND at Upper Credit Level or NCE at Distinction level, the minimum duration of study is five years.
• For candidates with HND at Lower Credit Level, the minimum duration of study is five years.
• For candidates with HND at Upper Credit Level, the minimum duration of study is four years.
• For candidates with a B.Sc. in a related field, the minimum duration of study is three years.

How to Complete the MOUAU Part-Time Admission Application

To apply for the MOUAU part-time degree programmes, candidates should visit the MOUAU Application Portal.

Detailed application guidelines are available on the portal, and candidates are advised to follow them closely.

For more information, you can reach out to the admission office via the following phone numbers:

• 08023919599
• 07040725640