Lead City University Postgraduate (PG) school, one of the leading private universities in Nigeria has published that opportunities exist for suitably qualified candidates for postgraduate training leading to the award of the Postgraduate Diploma and Master’s Degree at Lead City University.
Lead City postgraduate school offers various programmes ranging from Postgraduate diploma programmes to M.Sc and PhD programmes, therefore those who are eligible for Lead City University post graduate programmes should see below for the list of courses available.
The duration and certificate to be awarded are all included in the list of the programmes, this you will see in the course of reading this information.
Admission Requirements
PGD (Postgraduate Diploma)
A candidate seeking admission to the Postgraduate Diploma programme of Lead City University must be a graduate of Lead City University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the University. Candidates with Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalent professional qualification (ACA, ANAN, ACIB, ACCA, ACTI etc) will be considered. The duration of full-time study for the award of PGD is two (2) semesters.
MASTERS DEGREE (M.SC, M.A, MBA)
A candidate seeking admission to the Master’s Degree programme of Lead City University must be a graduate of Lead City University or any other University recognized by the Senate of the University, with the minimum of Second Class (Lower Division). The duration of full-time study for the award of the Master’s degree is 18 months (3 semesters). Candidates are also to note that there are other requirements that may be specific to a Faculty, Department and /or programme option.
M.PHIL
A candidate seeking admission to the M.Phil programme in Lead City University must have obtained an M.Sc of Lead City University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lead City University. The minimum duration for the full-time M.Phil programme is four (4) semesters. A candidate may, after the first year, transfer to PhD programme provided he has satisfied the conversion requirement with a CGPA of 4.0 or 60% in the course work and presented an acceptable PhD research proposal. The period spent on M.Phil counts towards fulfilling the minimum duration as required for the Ph.D programme.
PH.D
A candidate seeking admission to the direct PhD Degree programme of Lead City University must have obtained an M.Phil of Lead City University or any other University recognized by the Senate of Lead City University, with a CGPA of 4.00 or 60%. The duration for Ph.D programme is six (6) semesters.
List of Postgraduate Courses Offered In LCU
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Programme: Computer Science
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
Areas of specialization:
- Information Science
- Software Engineering
- Computational Intelligence
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Programme: Biological Sciences
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
Areas of specialization:
- Food Microbiology
- Medical Microbiology
- Environmental Microbiology
- Molecular Biology and Genomics
- Toxicology
OFFICE AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Programme: Office and Information Management
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Programme: Politics and International Relations
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
Areas of specialization:
- Public Administration
- Local Government Studies
- Political Philosophy
- Political Communication
- Corporate Governance
- Intergovernmental Relations
- International Politics and Diplomacy
- International Law and Diplomacy
- Strategic and War Studies
- Peace and Conflict Studies
- Diplomatic Studies
EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION
Programme: Educational Administration
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
MASS COMMUNICATION AND MEDIA TECHNOLOGY
Programme: Mass Communication and Media Tech
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
Areas of specialization:
- Print Journalism
- Radio/Television and Film
- Advertising and Public Relations
- Printing and Publishing
- Broadcast Management
- Sport Journalism
- Political Communication
ECONOMICS AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Programme: Economics and Development Studies
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Programme: Business Administration
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
Programme: Accounting and Finance
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
MULTIDISCIPLINARY MASTER OF BUSINESS
Programme: Multidisciplinary Master of Business
Degree in view: PGD, MSc (Full Time/Part Time)
Areas of specialization:
- Accounting
- Banking and Finance
- Business Administration
- Corporate Communication Management
- Governance and Public Sector Management
- Industrial Psychology
- Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Production and Operations Management
- International Business
- Industrial and Labour Relations
- Insurance and Risk Management
If you have any question as regards the list of PG courses available at LCU as well as the admission requirements, you could scroll down to the comment section below and we will respond swiftly.
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Does LCU offer Msc. Social works, please?
Have you confirmed from the list of PH programs offered in LCU as seen on this article? If it’s not there then automatically it is not being offered.
I have MSc. in Analytical Chemisrty with M.Phil/PhD grade from University of Ibadan.I have read the condition of M.Phil (4 semesters) and to proceed for PhD takes (6 semesters). I just want to make enquiry whether there is Analytical Chemistry Course, I only saw Chemistry. Is tuition fee for PhD same for all courses? when can I obtain the form? Is there part time program for the course? Looking forward to your reply.
There is actually no Analytical Chemistry Course. The tuition fee is the same however, some dues and departmental charges may vary.
Please do you offer MSc Architecture? I didn’t see it on the list
Then it is not offered in LCU
Do you offer PhD in Education
Iam a Pharmacist and is interested in becoming a Clinical Psychologist. Can I be admitted into PGD psychology as a prerequisite to M.sc Clinical Psychology?
Thanks
Very possible!
Does Lead city offer social work as a Pgd program?
I studied International Relations for my undergraduate and came out with 2.1. Do you know if it’s possible or if they do conversion for undergraduate level.
Please go through the available PG programmes offered in LCU. You can confirm the available PG programmes
Can someone with a PASS DEGREE in CHEMISTRY apply for PGD Edu in Lead City University?
Yes it’s possible
Do LCU offered Msc Molecular biology?
Does LCU offer PGD in anatomy?
No they don’t
Do LC offer PGD in finance only?and is it possible to go for real estate management in LC after studying accounting in my school?
It is possible but you need to go through a PGD programme in Estate management first.
Do your University run health Science for masters course.
I have B.Ed in Religious studies. Can I apply for PGD in social works?
Yes you can
good morning.
please is there a course on either guidance and counseling or psychology in lead city university pgd level 9
Please are you offering PhD in Sports Administration? If yes, please, may I know all that is entails, please.
No, PhD in Sports Administration isn’t available at LCU PG school
I have PGD in accounting and MBA in Financial Management both from LAUTECH.
Is it possible for me to put in for MSC in accounting at Leadcity university, Ibadan.
Of course you are eligible for M.Sc. Accounting in LCU
I have MSc Marketing and I want to know Whether Lead City University offered PhD Marketing
Please let me get back to you on this tomorrow
Good evening sir. I have a Bsc in Tourism management and I would like to study MBA in Tourism Event and Hospitality management, I want to know the commencement date for MBA and if LCU have Tourism Event and Hospitality Management .
Okay that’s nice but unfortunately, LCU does not offer Tourism Event and Hospitality Management.
I have checked several times could get anything about Masters in Mathematics science please. I did Bsc(ed) Mathematics at University of Ilorin. I wish to do Msc Mathematics. But can’t find it on the list. I want to know if Lead City University offer admission for Msc Mathematics,duration,and the fee. re
Hi Olaitan sorry for the late response. Unfortunately such course is not offered in LCU school of postgraduate studies at the moment.
Can I apply for masters degree in public administration in lead city? I have 2.1 in local government studies at oau
Please do lead city offer msc biochemistry
Good day , I have HND in Hospital and tourism management, PGD in same course from National institute for Hospitality and Tourism management, will lead offer me admissions to study Master in Hospitality and tourism management? Thanks in anticipation.
Please do LCU offer Post Graduate Diploma In Education?
Not at the moment
Does Leadcity university offer English language or Communication & Language Art at post graduate level?
The courses you see on the post are the current PG programmes offered in LCU
I have an MSc in Medical Physics. Does Lead City University has a PhD in same field?
No they don’t
Is there a PGD program for criminology please?
Good evening.
Can MSc from National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) apply for PhD programme in Lead City University.
Thanks.
Good day, do lead city university-run MPA program. I .e masters in public areas administration who is professions
Good day sir. Is lead city University offering PhD degree in Social Studies?
No LCU doesn’t study Ph.D in Social studies
I have Master’s degree in Christian studies, can I do my Doctor of Philosophy in Religious studies in your school
Sure you can
Does lead city offer postgraduate Study online.
No
When is the next academic session/ Tuition fees for PGD Hospitality Management Program?
Please can someone with HND in Hospitality Management cum over 28 years working experience in Hospitality industry apply for an MBA program in Hospitality and Tourism management?
You still require a PGD course first before going for any Masters course be it a professional or academic masters
okay , thank you
Can someone with HND in Hospitality Management cum over 28years working experience in same sector apply for an MBA program in Hospitality and Tourism management?
No
Hello, please LCU offers MBA in Procurement and Supply Chain Management? And what is the cost and duration of MBA program at LCU
Hello can an MBA holder apply for DBA or PHD in your sch more so which one do u offer between the two??Thanks
Hello,
Please does lead city university offer PhD degrees in physics? If yes, what are the areas of specializations they offer?
Thanks
Good day. Pls is lead city running PhD programme in computer science and pls what are the requirements for registration. Is it compulsory to have m.Phil first or if u have PhD grade after m.sc
can someone with pass degree in statistics do PGD in edu stat in lead city university
can someone with a pass certificate in statistics do PGD in leads city university
When is 2025/2026 section starting
I wish to know if there is Ph.D Programs in Peace and Conflict Studies and what are the Admission requirements at Lead City University.
I would like to know if the course library and information science in post graduate is accredited in leads City University?
Join the discussion… I have lower credit in insurance from poly Ibadan with nysc certificate,can I do marketing as postgraduate diploma
Join the discussion…I have lower credit hnd from poly Ibadan with nysc certificate can I do marketing as postgraduate diploma
With HND in Mass Communication (Upper Credit) and PGD Journalism from IIJ accredited to Uni. of Maiduguri (Upper Credit) can I study for M.Sc In Mass Communication.
How do I get form for M.Sc. OIM when is it going to commence.
I want to see the list of your postgraduate programs in engineering and to know if your application form is still on sale. I have both OND&HND Computer Engineering with upper credit, please what program can I do at postgraduate level
I work in Lagos. Do you have an accredited study center or affiliate in Lagos where I can run a full time or Part time PhD course in Business Admin.? If yes what is the duration and estimated total cost?
I have a PGD in microbiology and want to run a masters programme in biological sciences.
You are good to go
Please what the requirements for MSC In Criminology, already have a BSC is sociology
PG admission requirements for Criminology:
1) Applicants will be required to have credit pass at ‘O’ Level in five relevant subjects including English Language obtained at not more than two sittings. Candidates with ‘O’ Level examination results before 2010 must possess their certificates and not statement of results or result slips.
2) Applicants for LLM & Ph. D in Law must in addition to the above have credit passes in ‘O’ Level English Literature.
3) NYSC Discharge or Exemption certificates must be submitted by all applicants.
4) Applicants who obtained their degrees through Remedial Programmes must show evidence of having remedied the relevant subjects for their programmes externally i.e. through WASCE, NECO, NABTEB.
5) In addition to other qualifications, applicants are expected to meet the departmental requirements for their programmes.
Postgraduate Diploma Requirements For Criminology
1) To qualify for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) programme, applicants should be graduates of the University of Uyo or any other University recognized by the Senate of the University of Uyo, or persons who hold qualifications adjudged by the Senate of the University of Uyo to be equivalent to first degree or holders of recognized Higher National Diploma.
Master’s Degree Entry Requirements For Criminology
1) To qualify for admission into a Master’s degree programme, applicants should be graduates with not less than Second Class Honours degrees in the Lower Division with, CGPA of 2.75 on a five-point scale,
CGPA of 2.2 points on a four-points scale and Second Class lower division (irrespective of CGPA) for the Master’s degree programme in Architecture and programmes in the Faculty of Agriculture.
2) Candidates for admission into M.Sc Medical Microbiology should be graduates of either of the following:
Microbiology with 2.75 CGPA
Virology and a Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology (PGDM) (iii) MBBCh/MBBS or its equivalent.
I have HND in health information management with upper credit class division from University of ilorin teaching hospital school of health information management and Bsc in computer and information science (health information management optional) from lead city University with second class upper credit and I wish to apply for msc in information science or human resources management , hope I will be give the offer of admission for anyone from my prospect choice?
Do you offer masters in English Art at Master level?.
What is the requirement for M.SC Accounting? Do you accept HND & ACA?
You will have to go through PGD before going for MSC in Accounting in LCU
What is the duration for MSC Industrial psychology?
The duration for MSC Industrial psychology at Lead City University is Four to six academic session
I have HND in accounting {Distinction} and I am a chartered accountant.
Can I study MSC Accounting?
I had B.Sc Elect/Elect and Masters in information science. Do you offer PhD in Information Science?
With HND(Accounting)-Lower Credit, & ICAN certificate, can i do my M.SC Accounting in your institution?
Good morning sir /ma,
Please, I am graduate Accounting from OAU ILE -IFE,
Can I be admitted to run MsMsc Public Administration?
Because I came out with Third class grade.
GoGood morning sir/ma,
Please I have Bsc Accounting from OAU Ile -Ife, with third class grade.
Am I qualify to do Msc Public Administration in your school?
What r d basic requirements for admission into lcu EMBA exercise
Pls how much Leads Masters’ form and when can one obtain it n how?
Thank you.
I have B.ed Economics and MBA Agribusiness, can I apply for PhD in your University.
Thank you.
Can admission be offered without jamb
Have a good waec and neco
No
I studied linguistics at undergraduate, can i apply for Human resource management and what is the duration as a part time or full time student
That should be under PGD, not direct Masters
I did not write economics in jamb
But i have good grades in waec and neco
Can i be offered admission into the school?
Yes but that means you will do a change of course
Do you have PhD programme in language education?
If yes please I need a comprehensive idea of tuition fees and the mode of studentship
I am qualified Chartered Accountant with FCA, can I be admitted to study Masters in accounting and finance.
Thank you.
Yes
Hello. Please I have HND(Lowed credit) in Electrical Engineering.
can I come for PGD in public administration?
Hello,
I am a graduate of computer science from OOU,but I’ve been Into agriculture full time for well over ten years.
Now I’m looking at pursuing a program in agriculture,I will like to know if I stand any chance.
Regards,
‘Wole
Hello finished with third class microbiology.Plz can I know the sum total of tuition fee& extra charges for Postgraduate diploma in microbiology?
Good day,
I have BSc in Zoology and I intend to pursue MSC in Medical microbiology or Microbiology. Is this possible?
Thanks
Good day,
I have a BSc in Zoology and I intend to pursue MSc in Medical microbiology or Microbiology. Is this possible?
Thanks
I have HND in Estate management and I wish to come for my PGD in leadcity,do you have similar course that I can come for coz I heard there is no estate management in leads,and my questions.. how many months is the PGD program in leads and how much is it going to cost me ?
I have HBD in estate management I want to come for my PGD in leadcity,am I good to go or do you have a similar course i can go for and how much am I going to pay and how many months is it gonna take! Kindly put me through. Thank you
Please has your 2025/2026 admission for postgraduate degree closed ? If not when so I can apply
Sir I have PGD IN Medical Microbiology and Parasitology with 66% pass mark and I have P7 in my O’level Physics. Can I be considered for admission to study masters in Biological sciences.
Do run PhD programs
Int relations and Peace and conflict study
PLEASE,I NEED YOUR RESPONSE ON THE STATUS OF MASTERS DEGREE IN PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT,TKS.
Does Lead city University offer PHD in Phonetics and phonology?
please i graduated with a 3rd class in biochemistry, will like to know if i can do a postgraduate degree in leadcity? and will like to know duration of a full time student and how much it will cost for medical science in post graduate?
Can I study Master’s in library science in lead city university
do Lead city university offer Master’s in library science?
do lead city university offer Master’s in Library science
I have an OND in Secretarial Administration with an HND in Office Management both with lower credit passes. I also have a diploma on Commercial and Industrial law from the University of Lagos. Am I eligible to study International Relations post graduate diploma and afterwards can I go for a masters degree on the same course?
please,someone with third class in history and diplomatic studies can apply for post graduate in human resources.
Good evening
I have MBA from National Open University with CGPA 4.33. Can I apply for DBA.
If yes, What is the duration, the fees and when one can start.
Good morning, I have a B.Tech Agric. Econs but i have been working as an administrator for 10 years now, can i read M.Sc. Public Admin?
Thank you
Pleas,i had OND,HNDand Association of National Accountant of Nigeria (ANAN) Result, but I want to have Masters in Accounting and finance, which course will I go for first…… PGD/BSC and duration plus tuition….. thanks
PGD in Accounting is what you will go for. Maybe due to your professional qualification (ANAN) you could be given the opportunity to study MSC in Accounting directly.
hello I studied bus Adm with 2.2 now want masters in library sci or wil have to do PGD Dip in library first?
Exactly, you will have to do PGD in library first before going for Masters in Library
so , is PGD form stil available ?
yes it is
I hold MBA in Financial Management. Can I pursue a DMA program in your University. If yes, what the fees and duration
You can but you have to go through PGD first. As for LCU Postgraduate school fees, see the link (https://schoolings.org/lead-city-university-postgraduate-school-fees-for-fresh-students-2018-19/)for tuition fee all their PG progrmmes
Can a holder of a Leadcity B.Sc Degree ( First Class) in International Relations and Masters Degree in Public Policy and Masters in Political Science apply for M.Sc in Economics and Development Studies? What is the duration of the Full time program? How much is the tuition and other fees?
No it still isnt posible. Holders of Leadcity B.Sc Degree ( First Class) in International Relations and Masters Degree in Public Policy and Masters in Political Science cannot go directly for Economics and Development studies
Need a lecturing job in the department of Entrepreneurship. I have HND (Bus Admin & Mgt); BSc Entrepreneurship ; MBA (Marketing-LAUTECH); MSc Entrepreneurship- PhD proceed grade point (University of Ibadan). I want to explore the opportunity if available in your higher institution of repute.
I have B.TECH in Pure and Applied Physics from LAUTECH can I apply for MBA marking option?
Good day Sir, I have HND (upper Credit) in Banking and Finance from Polytechnic Ibadan. I am a Member of Association of National Accountants of Nigeria. Can I be admitted for Master’s degree Accounting option?
No. You will still have to go through PGD before acquiring Masters at Lead city university
I have HND (lower credit) in Mass Communication, PGD in Public Administration. I am an Associate Member of Association of National Accountants of Nigeria. Pls, can I apply for Master’s degree (Accounting Option)
Good evening, please can one still apply for PGD program 2025/2026. Kindly respond swiftly. Thank you.
Yes you ought to be able to.
What’s the Pointer for PhD in Economics? And what’s the school fees for the program?
Thanks
With an mba in management can i be offered phd in hospitality and tourism management at leadcity. If possible how much is the fees
Please want to know the CGPA for masters degree for example can a second class lower apply with the CGPA of 3.18?
yes
Hello, please is food microbiology MSc form for part time still available? and how do I go about my registration pls?
i want to know the average tuition fee for these postgraduate programmes to help me in my selection, most especially tht of Human Resource Mgt (Part Time) Thx
please i study environmental management and toxicology, can i apply for toxicology and what is the minimum requirement
Is NYSC certificate a compulsory requirement for pgd and masters programmes? If yes, how about candidates with foreign university certificate?
Welldone sir, please what is the schedule fees for MSc in Educational Administration, going for full term.
Thanks.
Please am a graduate holding B.sc(Ed) in geography which course can you offer me for M.Sc program
hello if you have all your grade but your chemistry is cancelled can you apply for computer science
Good evening.
1. Does Lead City University offer PhD in Library Science? If yes, what are areas of specialisation
2. Can someone with HND(Computer Science), PGD and MSc(Information Technology) apply for PhD in Library, if there is?
Thanks.
I have an OND in Secretarial Administration (lower credit and HND in Office Management (lower credit) in 1991. I also hold a diploma in Commercial and Industrial law from University of Lagos. I have seven credit passes in my o’level but without mathematics. Am I eligible to study law through direct entry in leads city university?
Yes
pls what is the tuition fees for masters program part time and full time
please is the post graduate admission form still on in LCU at the moment. I wish to apply. PGD not MSc
Not at the moment
l have MSC in marketing and want to know if you offer PhD in the course and it has been approved by nuc. thank you.
Please, what is the duration of the masters programme under biological science?
Full time or masters?
Good day sir/ma
Please do you have any agric courses for MSC most especially for this 4
Human safety and environmental protection
Agric economics
Environmental toxicology and
Agronomy
It is obvious you did not go through the post.
pls do you have master degree in educational management in as a course,in Lead City University. And how much is the school fee and registration fee
Good day, am currently on service but I will be rounding up by April but I can still work it out that I will b always available for my class work, can I still be admitted for Ms Computer Science? Thanks
I understand M.SC Finance, Accounting and Economies are available in your school through MOSNA ASSOCIATE. Can one come-in as private candidate? If yes, what is the fee for Finance + ACIB?
I will also want to know the duration of the program and when it expected to start come 2018.
Many thanks.
Need a partime lecturing in your business Administration dept. I have B.sc mgt, MBA and M.sc bus admin.
Can I run a PhD business admin with lead
Yes
Can someone with HND lower credit in accounting apply for PGD in real estate management or better still management courses
Sure
Is LCU offering DBA. What is available post gradute qualifications to MBA holders in LCU
willing to know my bill, in order to collect my result. thanks
Good Evenibg,
I have BSc Ed.in Economics and I applied for MSc Econonics but I was given M Ed. Económica which I accepted but due to a circumstance which beyond my power, I couldn’t press further. Now, I want to go for NBA, am I eligible? And how much should I prepare for the tution fee for the whole course?
Thanks.
OK congratulations. You mean MBA? Cos what you wrote there is NBA. If it is MBA then you are good to go so long as you are a working class individual because that is one of the requirements
Hi, I wish to do msc Peace and Conflict Management or Msc Marketing but I need to no the current/course tuition fee and duration of full time program to enable my decisions.
Thanks
Please, is NYSC a must for your PGD courses?
Yeah
I have HND in marketing,can I apply for MSC in marketing?
Is someone with OND in cooperative economics and management with upper credit qualified for Bsc Accounting and I wish to know schoolfees for part time programs
Hello I have BSc in home Economics second class upper. Can I be admitted to study food microbiology for my masters
You should be admitted since they are related courses
Please does lead city university offer PhD courses in science education
e
I wish to know school fees for PGDE and M.Ed( Education ), in Lead City. Thanks.
Please is Leed University offer PhD in cyber rime/ digital forensic or other related IT courses
No
Aperson with past grade can apply for veterinary medicine?
Good day. I have HND in Secretarial Administration with Upper Crédit and a Master in Managerial Psychology from UI. Am I qualified to apply for a Master degree in Office Information Management? What is the course content of OIM at Lead City Uni? Thanks
Yes you are.
Good day sir / ma.
I am an old graduate of Physics with Electronics. I graduated with an Upper Credit grade in 1997 ( 20yrs ago ).
Besides, i have the following O/L result. Mat- C5, Chem- A3 Bio-C4, Phy-C6 Eng-P7 Agric-C6 Yor-C5.
I wish to know if i could be allowed to do my PGD or MSC in Com Sci. at Lead University Ibadan.
Thanks.
Sure you can. You are most welcome
is Lead University offering DBA programme? If not is there any plan for it
please, is lead university offer PhD in business administration?
Yes they do.
Is someone with HND and PGD Business Administration qualified for M.sc Business Administration?
Yes such candidate is eligible to study Business Administration at Lead City University post graduate school
Pls what I sthe duration for PGD in economics and development studies and the fees I should prepare to pay .thanks
Duration is a maximum of 2 years or less, the question now is, are you going for part-time or full time programme. As for Leadcity Postgraduate school fees for PGD on Economics and Development Studies, Just be ready to pay any sum above 600,000 Naira excluding extra charges
How do I get the form for M. Sc OIM, when is it going to commence?