Kaduna State University (KASU) Degree Admission Requirements for 2024/2025 Academic Session

December 12, 2023

This is to inform the public about the Kaduna State University (KASU) Degree Admission Requirements for the 2024/2025 Academic Session. Details about the academic calendar are given below.

KASU Undergraduate Admission Requirements 2024/2025

Here, we will be covering the admission requirements of the two means one can study an Undergraduate degree program at Kaduna State University (KASU), and they include;

Full-Time
Part-Time

Now, let’s head over to the above-stated full-time and part-time Undergraduate degree program admission requirements.

KASU Full-Time Undergraduate Admission Requirements

The general admission requirements for undergraduate programmes, subject to fulfilling other specified departmental requirements, are as follows:

Here, you’ll get information about the admission criteria for studying a Kaduna State University (KASU) course via all possible means. The means one can gain entry to study a Full-Time Undergraduate degree include;

JAMB
Pre-Degre/Remedial
Direct-Entry
- JUPEB
- IJMB
Inter-University Transfer
Intra-University Transfer

Now let’s head over to give detailed requirements of each of the above means.

Note: Not all the above methods can guarantee admission into a full-time programme at Kaduna State University.

However, prospective candidates must read the information below to know which means of entry KUSA accepts.

KASU JAMB Admission Requirements

Admission into the university shall be open to all, irrespective of religion, ethnic group, gender, creed and disability.

All admissions into the university shall be through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)
For admission to 100 Level, candidates must obtain five (5) credits at SSCE (or equivalent) in relevant subjects at not more than 2 sittings. Including credit passes in English and Mathematics and attaining acceptable points in pertinent subjects of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

Is it Called Remedial or Pre-Degree in KASU?

At the Kaduna State University (KASU), it is called a Remedial program. The Remedial program is a one-year program that prepares students to sit for the annual JAMB and qualifying examinations.

A successful candidate in both studies is automatically qualified for admission into the 100 level of KASU.

Open this link for official details about the Kaduna State University (KASU) Remedial Admission Requirements.

Note: Prospective candidates should contact KASU for admission to the programme of their choice through the Remedial means.

Remedial to Undergraduate Admission Requirements

Candidates for the SCIENCE Remedial Programme must possess a minimum of three (3) O-Level credits in not more than 1 sitting in the following subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Geography.
Candidates for the HUMANITIES Remedial Programme must possess a minimum of three (3) O-Level credits in not more than 1 sitting in the subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Economics, Government/History, Literature in English, Biology and Geography.
Candidates admitted to the Remedial Studies Programme must register and pass the SSCE or NECO in their deficient subjects.
Candidates will not be allowed to register for subjects not attempted at O-Levels.

Open this link for official details about the Kaduna State University (KASU) Remedial Admission Requirements.

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to contact KASU for admission to the programme of their choice through the Remedial means.

Direct-Entry Admission Requirements

Prospective candidates must have a minimum of Five (5) relevant passes at Credit level in the Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE) conducted by recognized Examination Bodies in not more than Two (2) sittings, including a pass at credit level in English and Mathematics.
Direct Entry (DE) candidates shall, in addition to the minimum Five (5) O’ level relevant credits (including English and Mathematics) in appropriate programmes applied, shall also obtain the minimum ‘A’ Level points for the programme.

Do KASU Offer JUPEB or IJMB Programme?

The advanced level programme candidates can apply for at the Kaduna State University (KASU) is IJMB.

After an approved examination administered by the Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB), successful candidates are eligible for consideration for Direct Entry Admission into the undergraduate degree programmes of the Kaduna State University (KASU) or any other University in Nigeria.

JUPEB to Undergraduate Degree Admission Requirements

Prospective candidates must ensure they meet the required minimum points for admission to the programme of their choice.

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to contact Kaduna State University (KASU) for admission to the programme of their choice through the JUPEB Direct-Entry means.

For more inquiries about the KASU JUPEB Admission Requirements, visit the official page via this link.

IJMB to Undergraduate Degree Admission Requirements

Candidates for the IJMB direct entry admission shall apply only through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Candidates must have 5 O’Level Credit Passes, including English and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two (2) sittings.

For more inquiries about the KASU IJMB Admission Requirements, visit the official page via this link.

Inter-University Transfer Undergraduate Degree Admission Requirements

The university shall not accept transfer students until after the first two years.

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to contact Kaduna State University (KASU) for admission to the programme of their choice through the Inter-University transfer means.

For more inquiries about the KASU Inter-University Admission Requirements, visit the official page via this link.

Intra-University Transfer Undergraduate Degree Admission Requirements

On checking the Kaduna State University (KASU) website, unfortunately, there are no details about intra-university transfer options for admission into full-time undergraduate degree programmes. Despite that, I don’t need to include any admission requirements in this section.

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to contact KASUy for admission to the programme of their choice through the intra-University transfer means.

KASU Part-Time Degree Admission Requirements

This is for candidates seeking a part-time Undergraduate degree with Wellspring University. However, the Kaduna State University (KASU) Degree Admission requirement is the same as the Full-Time requirement.

Note: the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is excluded from a part-time degree.

Sandwich Degree Admission Requirements

On checking the website of Kaduna State University (KASU), unfortunately, there are no details about available Sandwich Undergraduate Degree Programmes for admission. Despite that, I don’t need to include any admission requirements in this section.

However, prospective candidates can visit this page for more inquiries. It contains details of the KASU Sandwich undergraduate degree admission requirements.

HND to Degree Top-Up Admission Requirements

Candidates looking to upgrade their qualifications can apply with Five (5) ‘O’ level relevant credits, including English and Mathematics. If they possess an HND (Credit) or a B.Sc. (with third class), they will be considered for admission into the 400 level.

However, prospective candidates can visit this page for more inquiries. It contains details of the KASU HND to Undergraduate Degree Top-Up admission requirements.

KASU Postgraduate Admission Requirements 2024/2025

Here, we will be covering the admission requirements of the two means one can study a Postgraduate degree program at Kaduna State University (KASU), and they include;

Full-Time
Part-Time

Now, let’s head over to the above-stated full-time and part-time Postgraduate degree program admission requirements.

KASU Full-Time Postgraduate Admission Requirements

However, the general admission requirements for Postgraduate programmes, subject to fulfilling other specified departmental requirements, are as follows:

You’ll get information about the criteria for admission to study a Kaduna State University (KASU) course via all possible means. The means one can gain entry to study a Full-Time Postgraduate degree include;

Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate
Master’s Degree (M.Sc.)
Professional Masters Degree Programme
Doctoral Degree (PhD)

Now let’s head over to give detailed requirements of each of the above means.

Note: Not all the above methods can guarantee admission into a full-time programme at Kaduna State University.

However, prospective candidates must read the information below to know which means of entry KASU accepts.

Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate

All candidates must possess at least five (5) credit passes at O-Levels, including Mathematics and English Language, at at least 2 sittings. Candidates must also note that other requirements may be specific to a Faculty or a Programme.
For postgraduate diplomas (PGD), candidates must have a relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university not lower than Third Class or
A bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Lower Division in an area not related to the field applying for may be considered.
A higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of merit in a related field of study from a Polytechnic or any recognized Institution can apply.

Master’s Degree Programme

All candidates must possess at least five (5) credit passes at O-Levels, including Mathematics and English Language, at at least 2 sittings. Candidates must also note that other requirements may be specific to a Faculty or a Programme.
Possession of a first degree from Kaduna State University or any recognized University in the relevant field with a minimum of Second Class Lower (2.2).
A Candidate with a Postgraduate Diploma with a CGPA of not less than 3.50.

Professional Masters Degree Programmes

All candidates must possess at least five (5) credit passes at O-Levels, including Mathematics and English Language, at at least 2 sittings. Candidates must also note that other requirements may be specific to a Faculty or a Programme.
Possession of a first degree from Kaduna State University or any recognized university in the relevant field with a minimum of second-class honours may be considered.
A candidate with a third-class degree or HND and a postgraduate diploma from Kaduna State University or any recognized institution with a CGPA of not less than 3.50.

Doctoral Degree (PhD) Programme

All candidates must possess at least five (5) credit passes at O-Levels, including Mathematics and English Language, at at least 2 sittings. Candidates must also note that other requirements may be specific to a Faculty or a Programme.
Possession of a first degree from Kaduna State University or any recognized university in the relevant field with a minimum of second-class honours may be considered.
Master’s Degree from Kaduna State University or any recognized university in the proposed field with a minimum CGPA of 3.5.

However, prospective candidates can visit this page for more inquiries. It contains details of the Kaduna State University (KASU) Postgraduate degree admission requirements.

KASU Part-Time Postgraduate Degree Admission Requirements

This is for candidates seeking a part-time postgraduate degree with Wellspring University. However, the Kaduna State University (KASU) Degree Admission requirement is the same as the Full-Time requirement.