UNIPORT PGDPT Admission Form 2026/2027 Academic Session

The Institute of Petroleum & Energy Studies (IPES), formerly the Institute of Petroleum Studies (IPS), offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Technology (PGDPT) aimed at candidates from oil and gas-producing communities and others interested in a career in the petroleum and energy industry. The programme focuses on sustainable development and provides:

• A conducive learning environment with full internet access, a virtual library, and hands-on training using state-of-the-art software.
• Field and laboratory visits, industry case studies, and a collaborative residential experience to foster team spirit.
• A 95% internship and employability rate in the petroleum and energy industry, including a one-year internship with TotalEnergies EP Nigeria Limited upon completion.
• An opportunity to progress to the MSc in Petroleum Project Development and Energy Transition at IPES.

Programme Details

• Duration: 12 months (intensive, full-time, and fully residential).
• Stability: Unaffected by industrial actions.
• Fees: Non-refundable; tuition-paying programme (candidates must cover costs or secure sponsorship).
• Sponsorship: Full sponsorship available for candidates from the Obagi Oil Fields Host Communities Development Trust (HCDT), including Akabuka, Amah, Egi Clan, Idu Obosiukwu, Obagi, Obite, Ogbogu, Rumuekpe, Ekpeye Clan, and Oboburu.
• Award: Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Technology (PGDPT) from the University of Port Harcourt.

Admission Requirements

Candidates must meet one of these criteria:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an NUC-accredited or internationally recognized programme with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division.
2. Post-HND Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an NUC-accredited or internationally recognized programme with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division.
3. Bachelor’s degree in Physical Sciences (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geology, Geophysics, or Science Laboratory Technology) from an NUC-accredited or internationally recognized programme with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division.
4. Completion of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Course Delivery

• Mode: Modular (not semester-based).
• Instructors: Lecturers from the University of Port Harcourt, other Nigerian universities, and petroleum industry experts.

UNIPORT PGDPT Admission Form Application Process

• How to Apply: Online via https://ipes.uniport.edu.ng/apply.
• Application Fee: N50,000 (non-refundable), payable online to start the process.
• Requirements: Upload scanned copies of credentials on the application portal.
• Shortlist: Names of successful candidates will be published on https://ipes.uniport.edu.ng.

Important Dates

• August 31, 2026: Application deadline (11:59 PM).
• September 3, 2026: Aptitude Test (onsite or virtual).
• September 10, 2026: Oral Interview (onsite or virtual).
• November 10, 2026: Start of academic activities.
• Note: Any changes to these dates will be communicated via email.

Contact Information

• Phone: +234 8033876559, +234 8100460260
• Email: [email protected]
• Address:
  The Admissions Officer
  Institute of Petroleum and Energy Studies
  University of Port Harcourt
  East West Road, PMB 2, Uniport Post Office
  Choba, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
• Registrar: Dr. Gloria O. Chindah ([email protected])

Why Join IPES?

This programme equips you with practical skills and industry exposure, taught by experts from academia and the petroleum sector. With modern tools, a supportive residential setup, and strong career prospects (including internships and potential MSc advancement), it’s a stepping stone to success in the energy industry.