University of Jos Admissions into Master of Science (M.Sc) Programme for 2017/2018 Academic Session

University of Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria - The University of Jos, Biological Conservatory A.P. Leventis Ornithological Research Institute (APLORI), invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admissions into the Master of Science (M.Sc) in Conservation Biology for the 2017/2018 Session.

Admissions into the Master of Science (M.Sc) in Conservation Biology for the 2017/2018 Academic Session

Description

• The Postgraduate School of the University of Jos runs a 12-month programme in the above course in the Department of Zoology.
• The programme covers various aspects of the theory and practice of biodiversity conservation, including the ecologic- economic and scientific basis for conservation.
• It also exposes students to field practical experiences and builds their capacity to design and execute sound scientific research works in conservation biology.
• Although students undertake ecological studies in various aspects of biodiversity conservation, emphasis is often on Ornithology.

About APLORI

• A.P.Leventis Ornithological Research Institute (APLORI)’s academic authority resides in the Faculty of Natural Sciences of the University of Jos. The Institute was established in 2001 as a training and research outfit.
• It is located in the Amurum Forest Reserve in Laminga (Jos- East LGA) in a serene environment that is very conductive for teaching, learning and research. APLORI has teaching and research affiliations with a number foreign Universities and International environmental Organizations.
• A 24- hour power supply and reliable internet connection ensures high intellectual productivity among staff and students of the institute.
• Students admitted into APLORI’s M.Sc. programme usually enjoy some form of scholarship award.

Target Group

• The course is designed for young Nigerian Biological Scientist with a craving for carrier opportunities in conservation of renewable natural resources.

Eligibility

• Admission is opened to all holders of at least a Bachelor of Science Degree SECOND CLASS HONOURS (Lower Division) from a recognized university, in any of the following disciplines: Zoology, Biology, Botany, Forestry and /or wildlife, Wildlife Management, or any Environment Science.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click Here to Start Application

Application Instruction
To purchase the online application form, aspiring student should do the following:

• Step 1 - Create account
  • Visit mis.unijos.edu.ng and scroll down to select "Application Forms". Click "Create Account" (APLORI) to create an account using a functional e-mail address and phone number.
  • Log in to your e-mail to verify the account created and generate a unique application form number.
  • Fill the form and note the application form no generated as this will be used in paying for the application form in Step 2
• Step 2 - Pay for Application Form
  • To pay for the application form, visit: www.remita.net
  • Click “Pay a Federal Government Agency”
  • Name of MDA - type “University of Jos”
  • Type of Service/Purpose - Select “PG APPLICATION FORM”
  • Fill other details to generate and note the payment reference number (RRR) and pay the Fifteen Thousand naira (N15, 000.00) only Application Form fee using any of the available channels such as Bank Branch, Internet Banking, Debit (ATM) Cards, etc.
• Step 3 - Fill online Application Form
  • Visit: mis.unijos.edu.ng
  • Scroll down to select "Application Forms". Click "Continue Registration" and log in with your e-mail and password to continue filling out the online Application Form.
  • Carefully fill out and save each tab. Also ensure that you upload the required credentials and certificates in pdf format.
  • After filling out all the tabs, click Complete Application to submit the application.
  • Download, print and transmit the Transcript Request Form for your transcript to your university to process, with the address of department of your choice. The hard copy of your transcript should be sent directly to the department of your choice, and not to the School of Postgraduate studies.

Note

• Only valid and functional e-mail address and phone number should be used. All further correspondence will be done through the email address and phone number provided.
• Referees forms are sent electronically. You must therefore provide referees’ valid and functional e-mail addresses and phone numbers. Note that once the referee form is correctly completed, it will automatically go to the relevant Department
• Corrections on personal information or change of course after completion of application form may attract a fee. Therefore, ensure the online form is carefully and correctly completed.
• Completed application forms together with an application letter containing the Applicant’s e-mail address and telephone number must be returned to the institute before the deadline bove.
• Applications that do not contain all the requisite materials will not be processed.
• Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a combined written and oral interview.
• For more information/further enquiries, contact us on 09033655620. e-mail: [email protected]