The full gist
The management of the Nigeria Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko, has officially announced the commencement of admissions into its Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Masters, and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Available Academic Programmes
Applications are invited for various programmes across two primary faculties:
1. Faculty of Transport
Department of Maritime Economics & Finance
PGD in Maritime Economics & Finance
M.Sc. in Maritime Economics & Finance
Ph.D. in Maritime Economics & Finance
Department of Transport and Nautical Science
PGD in Maritime Transport & Logistics Management
M.Sc. in Maritime Transport & Logistics Management
Ph.D. in Maritime Transport & Logistics Management
M.Sc. in Transport Economics
Ph.D. in Transport Economics
PGD in Maritime Safety and Security
M.Sc. in Maritime Safety and Security
Ph.D. in Maritime Safety and Security
2. Faculty of Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
PGD in Mechanical Engineering
M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering
M.Phil. in Mechanical Engineering
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering
Areas of Specialization: Design and Production Engineering, Applied Mechanics and Tribology Engineering, Energy and Power Engineering, Industrial and Maintenance Engineering, Materials and Corrosion Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering.
Admission Requirements
Applicants seeking admission into the postgraduate programmes must meet the following criteria:
Degree Qualification: Must possess a Bachelor's Degree, Higher National Diploma (HND), or its equivalent from Nigeria Maritime University or any other recognized and accredited institution.
O'Level Requirements: A minimum of five (5) O'Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two (2) sittings.
NYSC: Must present an NYSC Discharge, Exemption, or Exclusion Certificate.
Referees: Referee reports must be submitted directly to the Postgraduate School.
Method of Application & Required Documents
• Visit the official university application portal at https://eportal.nmu.edu.ng.
Purchase the application form online for a fee of Forty Thousand Naira (₦40,000) only.
- Complete the online application form after carefully reading the portal instructions.
- Upload scanned copies of the following documents in PDF format:
- Degree Certificate(s)
• O'Level Certificate (WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB)
• NYSC Certificate, Exemption, or Exclusion Letter
• Research Proposal of 3–5 pages (for Ph.D. applicants only)
Important Notices for Applicants
Academic Transcripts: Candidates must ensure their official academic transcripts are forwarded directly from their previous institutions to the Postgraduate School under confidential cover.
Screening & Selection: Names of successful candidates will be published on the university website, after which screening and fee payments will commence.
Application Deadline: 11th September, 2026
Physical Submission Address: The Secretary, Postgraduate School, Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State, Nigeria
Enquiries Line: +234(0)8160725341
Email Contact: sec.pgschool@nmu.edu.ng
Signed:
Dr. Paul Bebenimibo
Registrar.
What to note
- • Visit the official university application portal at https://eportal.nmu.edu.ng.
- Purchase the application form online for a fee of Forty Thousand Naira (₦40,000) only.
- Upload scanned copies of the following documents in PDF format:
- Screening & Selection: Names of successful candidates will be published on the university website, after which screening and fee payments will commence.
- Application Deadline: 11th September, 2026
- Email Contact: sec.pgschool@nmu.edu.ng