The University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria POST-HND Programme under the Faculty of Engineering is a specialized academic initiative designed to bridge the gap between Higher National Diploma (HND) and a full Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) degree. This structured program provides HND holders with advanced theoretical and practical engineering knowledge, enabling them to attain parity with university degree holders.
It typically spans two to three years, depending on the department, and covers essential engineering principles, research methodologies, and industrial applications. Graduates of this program gain enhanced professional recognition and broader career opportunities in the engineering field.
Are you interested in the post HND programme? The University of Port harcourt (UNIPORT) is receiving applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates for admission into the POST-HND Programme of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Port Harcourt for the 2025/2026 session.
1. Aim and Objective of The Programme
The Programme is aimed at upgrading and strengthening the academic background of holders of Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering Discipline, to improve their managerial skills and engineering competence and efficiency on their job, as well as ensure their enhanced industrial productivity.
The Programme leads to the award of Bachelor of Engineering [B.ENG] Degree in any of the following Engineering fields:
(i). Chemical Engineering
(ii). Civil Engineering
(iii). Electrical Engineering
(iv). Electronic Engineering
(v). Mechanical Engineering
(vi). Petroleum Engineering
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must possess the following requirements to qualify for admission into the Programme.
(a). A minimum pass level of LOWER CREDIT at the HND [in any of the
Disciplines stated above].
(b). Credit level passes at the O/Level in the SSCE/NECO/WASC/GCE (or its
equivalent) in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English Language, and any
other science subject [ from Biology, Agricultural science, Technical/Engineering
Drawing or Further Mathematics].
3. DURATION OF PROGRAMME
The minimum duration of the Programme is three academic calendar years. A calendar year in this sense consists of three terms of evening and weekend classes.
UNIPORT Post HND Admission Form Application Procedure
You can obtain the application forms are to be obtained from the Post-HND Office, Abuja campus, University of Port Harcourt, on the payment of a non-refundable fee of Twelve Thousand Naira only (#12,000.00) in any of the following Banks: First Bank PLC and UNIPORT-Choba Micro-Finance Bank.
SUBMISSION OF COMPLETED FORMS
Completed Application Forms, together with two (2) passport-sized photographs of the Applicant and the original copy of receipt of payment for the Application Form should be returned to,
The Coordinator, Post-HND Unit,
Abuja campus, University of Port Harcourt.
CLOSING DATE
The sale of Forms will close on 29th September, 2025. Please note that there will be no extension of the closing date. You are advised to apply early.
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