PGD Forensic Biotechnology

Introduction:

The Programme has as its main objective the production of manpower with skills in Forensic Biotechnology to solve relevant societal problems.

Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Biotechnology is a one year (12 months) professional diploma in the area of forensic medicine and molecular diagnostics. The target group are health officers, scientists without practical knowledge of molecular genetics, clinicians, and particularly law enforcement officers and lawyers interested in modern forensic technology including applications in paternity and individual identification issues.

The course will involve taught courses and hands-on practical training.

The programme is hosted in the Department of Biochemistry in conjunction with the Centre for Biotechnology Research and Training, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

Admission Requirement:

To be considered for admission into the course, the applicant must satisfy the following requirements:

• O’Level requirements.
• A first degree in Biochemistry and other Natural sciences, Agriculture, Veterinary, Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Chemical Engineering with at least a third class honours of Ahmadu Bello University or HND with upper credit or
• An equivalent degree from another University recognized by Ahmadu Bello University.
• At least two favorable letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant’s previous academic advisor.
  • Forty percent (40%) of the admission quota will be reserved for female applicants.
  • Similarly, thirty (30%) of the admission quota will be reserved for non Nigerians.

PPGD. Nutrition

Introduction:

Good Nutrition is a cornerstone of every healthy human society, indeed due to its significance, the Department of Biochemistry runs a Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition programme with a view to provide candidates with:

• Good understanding of the Principles and Practice of Nutrition.
• The knowledge and skills necessary for understanding the relationships between Nutrition and Health.
• An academic background for pursuing a successful and rewarding career in Nutrition.
• An academic background for pursuing a successful and rewarding career in Nutrition.
• Enhanced capacity and competence to deal with common nutritional challenges.

The programme consists of course work, field work/practicals and project, and can be either run with flexibility as:
A full-time programme for a minimum of two (2) semesters and maximum of four (4) semesters, or as a part-time programme for a minimum duration of four (4) semesters and maximum of six (6) semesters to suit your work schedule and desire.

Admission Requirements:

Candidates with the following academic qualifications from recognized institutions may apply for admission into the programme:

• Applicants must have five (5) credit passes including English language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics in GCE O-levels, NECO or SSCE.
• A degree in Agriculture, Biochemistry, Nutrition, Nursing, Medicine, Food Science, or Food Technology, Home Economics and related disciplines with a minimum of Third Class degree. Holders of pass degree with a minimum of five (5) years of cognate field experience may be considered.
• Professionals in the field of Nutrition who may be HND holders with a minimum of Lower Credit or equivalent in related disciplines.
• Registered Nurses with post basic qualifications and Community Health Officers with relevant experience in the field of Nutrition.

M.Sc Biochemistry

Introduction:

Master’s and doctoral degree in Biochemistry programmes in the Department of Biochemistry have as their main objective the production of manpower with skills in various aspects of biotechnology to solve relevant societal problems.
The Master’s programme involves a comprehensive coursework component and intensive research component, and run for a minimum of FOUR (4) semesters and a maximum of SIX (6) semesters.

Admission Requirements:

To be considered for admission into the M.Sc. Biochemistry programme, the applicant must satisfy the following requirements:

• Applicants must have five (5) credit passes including English language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• A first degree in Biochemistry with at least a second class honours of Ahmadu Bello University or
• An equivalent degree from another University recognized by Ahmadu Bello University.
• At least two favorable letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant’s previous academic advisor.

M.Sc Biotechnology

Introduction:

Master’s and doctoral degree in Biotechnology programmes in the Department of Biochemistry have as their main objective the production of manpower with skills in various aspects of biotechnology to solve relevant societal problems.
The MSc programme involves a comprehensive coursework component and intensive research component, which run for a minimum of FOUR (4) semesters and a maximum of SIX (6) semesters.

Admission Requirements:

To be considered for admission into the M.Sc. progammes, the applicant must satisfy the following requirements.

• Applicants must have five (5) credit passes including English language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• A first degree in Biochemistry, any Natural Sciences, Agriculture or Human and Veterinary Medicine or Pharmaceutical Sciences with at least a second class honours of Ahmadu Bello University or
• An equivalent degree from another University recognized by Ahmadu Bello University.
• At least two favorable letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant’s previous academic advise.

M.Sc Nutrition

Introduction:

The Masters in Nutrition programme was designed to improve the candidate’s capacity for scientific research and applications in the area of Nutritional Biochemistry.

The programme which consists of coursework and research components runs for a minimum duration of four semesters and maximum duration of six semesters.

Admission Requirements:

Candidates seeking admission for the Master of Science Degree Programme in Nutrition must have any of the following academic qualifications from recognized institutions:

• Applicants must have five (5) credit passes including English language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• A first degree in Biochemistry, any Natural Sciences, Agriculture or Human and Veterinary Medicine or Pharmaceutical Sciences with at least a second class honours of Ahmadu Bello University or
• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Biochemistry, Dietetics, Nutrition, Nursing, Medicine, Food Science, Food Technology, Home Economics, Microbiology, and related disciplines with a minimum of Second Class degree.
• HND Credit plus PGDN at a minimum of Credit level, in addition to satisfying University Matriculation requirements.

Ph.D Biotechmology

M. Phil/PhD Biotechnology:

The programme consists of a coursework component and a research component, the progarmme runs for a minimum of SIX (6) semesters and a maximum of NINE (9) semesters.

The programme which consists of coursework and research components runs for a minimum duration of four semesters and maximum duration of six semesters.

Admission Requirements:

• Applicants must have five (5) credit passes including English language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• An applicant who already holds the M.Sc. degree in Biochemistry or any of the Natural Sciences or MSc in Biotechnology, may be considered for direct admission into the Ph.D. Biotechnology programme if the applicant’s M.Sc. is considered equivalent to that of Ahmadu Bello University’s department of Biochemistry and must have scored a minimum CGPA of 4.0/5.0 and Thesis score not less than 60% (B). Candidates that meet these requirements but have not passed any of the core courses in the M.Sc. programme in this department shall be required to register and pass at ‘B’ grade such courses.
• Candidates in the following categories will be required to enroll for the M. Phil. programme and may be allowed to proceed for the Ph.D. programme after successful completion of the M. Phil. programme:
  • A candidate who’s CGPA at the Master degree level is less than 4.0/5.0 but not lower than 3.5/5.
  • A candidate who’s Master degree programme did not include a thesis component.
  • A candidate who has a Master degree not in Biochemistry but a closely related field.
• At least two favorable letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant’s previous academic advisor.

NOTE: A candidate who does not meet the requirement for upgrading of M. Phil programme to a Ph.D. shall be advised to withdraw.

Ph.D Biochemistry

M. Phil/PhD Biochemistry:

The programme consists of a coursework component and a research component which runs for a minimum of SIX (6) semesters and a maximum of NINE (9) semesters.

The programme which consists of coursework and research components runs for a minimum duration of four semesters and maximum duration of six semesters.

Admission Requirements:

• Applicants must have five (5) credit passes including English language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
• An applicant who already holds the M.Sc. degree in Biochemistry may be considered for direct admission into the Ph.D. programme if the applicant’s M.Sc. is considered equivalent to that of Ahmadu Bello University’s department of Biochemistry and must have scored a minimum CGPA of 4.0/5.0 and Thesis score not less than 60% (B). Candidates that meet these requirements but have not passed any of the core courses in the M.Sc. programme in this department shall be required to register and pass at ‘B’ grade such courses.
• Candidates in the following categories will be required to enroll for the M. Candidates in the following categories will be required to enroll for the M. Phil. programme and may be allowed to proceed for the Ph.D. programme after successful completion of the M. Phil. programme:
  • A candidate who’s CGPA at the Master degree level is less than 4.0/5.0 but not lower than 3.5/5.
  • A candidate who’s Master degree programme did not include a thesis component.
  • A candidate who has a Master degree not in Biochemistry but a closely related field.
• At least two favorable letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant’s previous academic advisor.

NOTE: A candidate who does not meet the requirement for upgrading of M. Phil programme to a Ph.D. shall be advised to withdraw.