Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the postgraduate programmes of the Centre for Security Studies (CSS), University of Abuja, for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.
The Centre for Security Studies (CSS) is a leading Centre in Nigeria and Africa offering innovative multidisciplinary postgraduate education, research and capacity building in security studies. The Centre provides a range of academic and executive education programmes designed for security, intelligence, law enforcement, military and para-military professionals, policymakers, researchers, and other stakeholders interested in national security and development.
Programmes Available:
– Postgraduate Diploma in National Security (PGD Nat. Sec.)
– M.Sc. National Security Studies
– M.Sc. Intelligence and Security Studies
– M.Sc. Peace, Conflict and Development Studies
– M.Sc. Criminology and Strategic Studies
– M.Sc. Cybersecurity and Intelligence
– M.Sc. Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism Studies
– Master in National Security Administration (MiNSA)
– Master in Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice (MiLECJ)
– Master in Intelligence and Global Security (MiGS)
Admission Requirements:
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD):
Candidates must hold a minimum of Bachelor’s degree (minimum of 3rd Class) in any discipline or HND with at least Lower Credit from a recognized institution. Relevant working experience may be an added advantage.
Master’s Programmes (Academic and Professional):
Candidates must hold a minimum of Bachelor’s degree (Second Class Lower) or a Postgraduate Diploma in a related field from a recognized university. Relevant working experience is an added advantage.
Duration:
– PGD: Minimum of 12 months (2 Semesters)
– Master’s: Minimum of 18 months (3 Semesters)
Method of Application:
Interested candidates should visit the University of Abuja portal at: https://portal.uniabuja.edu.ng
Click on “Postgraduate” and follow instructions to complete the online application form.
Application Fee:
Twenty Thousand Naira (N20,000.00) only
(Payment should be made via REMITA on the university portal)
Closing Date:
Friday 31 October 2025
For more enquiries, email: css@uniabuja.edu.ng
Signed:
Mrs Roseline O. Adakayi
Registrar
