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Al-Qalam University List of Postgraduate Courses


Explore the complete list of postgraduate courses offered at Al-Qalam University, Katsina. Find accredited PGD, Master’s, and PhD programmes across various faculties and disciplines.
Al-Qalam University List of Postgraduate Courses. Explore the complete list of postgraduate courses offered at Al-Qalam University, Katsina. Find accredited PGD, Master’s, and PhD programmes across various faculties and disciplines.

Al-Qalam University, Katsina, is a distinguished Islamic private university in Nigeria that extends its commitment to academic excellence beyond undergraduate education. Through its School of Postgraduate Studies, the university offers a growing number of accredited postgraduate programmes designed to equip students with advanced knowledge, research skills, and professional expertise.

Whether you're pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s degree (M.A., M.Sc., M.Ed., MBA), or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Al-Qalam University provides a range of options across key disciplines including Education, Arabic and Islamic Studies, English, Public Administration, Accounting, and Computer Science. These programmes are tailored to meet the career development goals of graduates, professionals, and researchers in both secular and Islamic fields.

In this post, you’ll find a detailed list of postgraduate courses offered at Al-Qalam University, grouped by faculty to help you make an informed decision about your next academic step.

Postgraduate Programmes Offered at Al-Qalam University

Below is a list of postgraduate programmes by college at Al-Qalam University, Katsina, along with their course duration.

College of Humanities

  1. M.A. Arabic – 2 years
  2. Ph.D Arabic – 3 years
  3. M.A. Islamic Studies – 2 years
  4. Ph.D Islamic Studies – 3 years
  5. M.A. English (Language) – 2 years
  6. Ph.D English (Language) – 3 years
  7. M.A. English (Literature) – 2 years
  8. Ph.D English (Literature) – 3 years

College of Natural and Applied Sciences

  1. M.Sc. Computer Science – 2 years
  2. Ph.D Computer Science – 3 years
  3. M.Sc. Mathematics – 2 years
  4. Ph.D Mathematics – 3 years

College of Social and Management Sciences

  1. Masters in Business Administration (MBA) – 1 year
  2. MBA (Special) – 2 years
  3. M.Sc. Business Administration – 2 years
  4. Ph.D Business Administration – 3 years
  5. M.Sc. Accounting – 2 years
  6. Ph.D Accounting – 3 years
  7. M.Sc. Economics – 2 years
  8. Ph.D Economics – 3 years
  9. M.Sc. Sociology – 2 years
  10. Ph.D Sociology – 3 years
  11. M.Sc. Political Science – 2 years
  12. Ph.D Political Science – 3 years

Note: 

  (1) Three-year MPhil/Ph.D programmes are available alongside regular Ph.D programmes.

  (2)  Part-time programmes for Academic Masters and Ph.D programmes are available.

  (3) One-year postgraduate diploma (PGD) programmes in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Computer Science and Mathematics also available. 

College of Education

  1. M.Ed. Biology – 2 years
  2. Ph.D Biology Education (Plant Science Option) – 3 years
  3. Ph.D Biology Education (Zoology Option) – 3 years
  4. M.Ed. Chemistry – 2 years
  5. Ph.D Chemistry Education – 3 years
  6. M.Ed. Mathematics – 2 years
  7. Ph.D Mathematics Education – 3 years

Other Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Programmes

  1. PGD in Business Administration – 1 year
  2. PGD in Accounting – 1 year
  3. PGD in Economics – 1 year
  4. PGD in Sociology – 1 year
  5. PGD in Political Science – 1 year

Admission Requirements

To gain admission into any of the postgraduate programmes at Al-Qalam University, candidates must meet the following entry requirements:

  • Postgraduate Diploma (PGD):

    • Minimum of a Third Class Bachelor’s degree or a Higher National Diploma (HND) with at least Lower Credit.

  • Master’s Degree (Professional) – e.g. MBA, M.Ed, etc.:

    • A minimum of a Second Class Lower degree in a related discipline
    • OR a Second Class Upper degree in a non-related discipline plus a relevant PGD or professional qualification
  • Master’s Degree (Academic) – e.g. M.Sc., M.A.:

    • A Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.75/5.00 CGPA in a relevant field
    • OR a Third Class degree plus a PGD with minimum CGPA of 3.00/5.00
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D):

    • An Academic Master’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 3.50/5.00

  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil):

    • Must meet all Ph.D entry requirements
    • Plus a CGPA of at least 3.00/5.00 in the academic Master’s degree

Al-Qalam University, Katsina, offers a diverse range of postgraduate programmes across multiple disciplines, including Humanities, Sciences, Management, and Education. With flexible options like PGD, academic and professional master’s degrees, and PhD programmes, the university provides excellent opportunities for academic and career advancement.

Whether you're deepening your expertise or transitioning into a new field, Al-Qalam’s postgraduate school offers the support and structure to help you succeed.