Landmark University (LMU) in Omu-Aran, Kwara State, has a focused range of postgraduate courses.
Every programme in its School of Postgraduate Studies (SPGS) is approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
This guide explains the full list of accredited courses by college, the number of verified programmes, admission requirements, and why it’s important to understand the school’s structure before applying.
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How Many NUC-Accredited Postgraduate Programmes Does LMU Offer?
The School of Postgraduate Studies’ official page states that Landmark University currently offers twenty-one NUC-verified programmes.
These include Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s (M.Sc.), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees.
Each programme has a clear course outline, is taught in classrooms, labs, and field settings, and is supported by the university’s Centre for Learning Resources (CLR), which offers both online and physical learning materials.
The university’s proprietor group, led by Chancellor Dr David O. Oyedepo, oversees the School.
A twelve-member board manages academic activities under the Vice-Chancellor’s leadership.
The Accredited Course List by College
LMU’s postgraduate programmes span its academic colleges.
Most subjects offer all three qualification levels: PGD, Master’s, and PhD, not just one or two.
School of Business and Social Sciences
- Accounting (PGD, Master’s, PhD)
- Business Administration with options in Business Administration, Management, and Entrepreneurship, including the MBA (PGD, Master’s, PhD)
- Sociology (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
- Political Science (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
- Banking and Finance (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
- Economics (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
- International Relations (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
School of Agricultural Sciences
- Agricultural Economics (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
- Agricultural Extension and Rural Development (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
- Crop Science (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
- Soil Science (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
- Animal Science (PGD, Master’s, PhD.)
School of Engineering and School of Pure and Applied Sciences
LMU also offers postgraduate programmes in its Engineering and Pure and Applied Sciences colleges.
Confirmed courses include:
- Industrial Physics (M.Sc., PhD.)
Along with the main programmes, these two colleges also offer postgraduate courses in areas like Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and several engineering specialisations, similar to LMU’s undergraduate engineering options.
Since the full list for these colleges was not available in the sources used for this article, applicants interested in these fields should visit the School of Postgraduate Studies’ official “Programmes” page to see the most up-to-date list of accredited courses.
What “NUC Verified” Actually Means for You
When LMU’s postgraduate programmes are NUC-verified, it means the National Universities Commission has reviewed and approved each course’s academic structure, staff, and resources.
This is important because:
- Your eventual degree is formally recognised for employment and further academic progression within Nigeria’s regulated higher education system.
- The programme’s curriculum has been benchmarked against the NUC’s national academic standards for that discipline.
- You retain the option to pursue relevant professional body registration in fields where that applies (such as Accounting through ICAN or ANAN), since NUC accreditation is typically a foundational requirement for that pathway.
Admission Requirements by Degree Level
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD):
Open to any graduate of Landmark University, or any other tertiary institution recognised by the Landmark University Senate, who holds five O’Level credit passes (including English, Mathematics, and three other relevant subjects) and a minimum of a Third Class Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
Master’s Degree:
Applicants generally need at least a Second Class Lower Honours degree from Landmark University or another Senate-recognised university in a relevant discipline.
Candidates with a Third Class Bachelor’s degree combined with a good Postgraduate Diploma, or an HND with a minimum of Merit grade plus a PGD, are also considered.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD):
Open to graduates of Landmark University, or another Senate-recognised institution, holding a relevant Master’s degree.
All applications must be accompanied by academic transcripts and recommendations from two academic referees from the applicant’s previous tertiary institution.
Programme Duration
Master’s degree programmes at LMU last at least three semesters and up to five semesters for full-time students.
Students complete coursework throughout and finish with a dissertation.
How to Access the Full Official List
LMU’s course offerings and accreditation statuses may change as the NUC reviews them each session. To see the full, current list of all 21 verified programmes, visit the School of Postgraduate Studies’ official “Programmes” page at spgsv2.lmu.edu.ng.
This page also has links to General Requirements, Specific Requirements, Application Protocols, Admission Flowchart, and Application Fees, so you have all the details before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How many NUC-accredited postgraduate programmes does Landmark University offer?
LMU currently runs twenty-one (21) NUC-verified programmes across Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s, and PhD levels, according to the School of Postgraduate Studies’ own official page.
2. Which colleges offer postgraduate programmes at LMU?
Postgraduate programmes are offered across the School of Business and Social Sciences, School of Agricultural Sciences, School of Engineering, and School of Pure and Applied Sciences.
3. Does every subject at LMU offer all three qualification levels (PGD, Master’s, PhD)?
Most confirmed subjects, including Accounting, Business Administration, Sociology, Political Science, Banking and Finance, Economics, International Relations, and the agricultural science courses, offer all three tiers.
Some subjects, like Industrial Physics, are confirmed at the Master’s and PhD levels.
4. What does NUC accreditation actually guarantee for graduates?
It confirms that the National Universities Commission has reviewed and approved the programme’s curriculum, staffing, and resources against national academic standards, which supports formal recognition of your degree for employment, further study, and (where applicable) professional body registration.
5. What is the minimum requirement for a Master’s degree at LMU?
Generally, at least a Second Class Lower Honours degree in a relevant discipline, though candidates with a Third Class degree plus a good PGD, or an HND (Merit or above) plus a PGD, may also be considered.
6. Can I pursue a Postgraduate Diploma at LMU if I graduated from a different university?
Yes. PGD admission is open to graduates of Landmark University as well as graduates of any other tertiary institution recognised by the Landmark University Senate.
7. How long does a Master’s programme take to complete at LMU?
Full-time Master’s programmes run for a minimum of three semesters and a maximum of five semesters, including coursework and a dissertation.
8. Where can I find the complete, most current list of all 21 accredited programmes?
The School of Postgraduate Studies’ official “Programmes” page at spgsv2.lmu.edu.ng is the most reliable and regularly updated source for the complete, current accredited course list.
9. Do I need academic references to apply for any LMU postgraduate programme?
Yes. All postgraduate applications, regardless of degree level, must be accompanied by academic transcripts and recommendations from two academic referees from your previous tertiary institution.
10. Who leads Landmark University’s School of Postgraduate Studies?
The School operates under the university’s proprietor base, led by Chancellor Dr David O. Oyedepo, with a twelve-member board coordinating academic activities under the Vice-Chancellor’s oversight.
Final Thoughts
Landmark University’s 21 NUC-verified postgraduate programmes cover a wide range of fields, including Business and Social Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Engineering, and Pure and Applied Sciences.
Each programme meets national accreditation standards. Since a full list of every accredited course in all four colleges was not available in the sources for this article, the best step for applicants, especially those interested in Engineering or Pure and Applied Sciences, is to check the School of Postgraduate Studies’ official programmes list before applying.
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