PhD in Agricultural Economics at Bowen University

Course Name Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics
Other Course Name PhD in Agricultural Economics
Institution Bowen University
Type Private University
Location Osun
Subject
Qualification PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)
Mode of Study Full time
Part time

Course Entry/Admission Requirements for PhD in Agricultural Economics at Bowen University

Direct admission to Ph.D. programme

  • A candidate with a good M. Phil. degree or Master’s degree from Bowen University or its equivalent from a recognized University with a grade not less than 4.00 CGPA (on 5-point scale) or cumulative average of 60%, which includes course work and dissertation may be admitted.

M.Phil./Ph.D. and Conversion to Ph.D.

  • A candidate whose weighted coursework average at the Masters level is between 55 and 59.99%, which includes coursework and dissertation, from Bowen University or its equivalent from a recognized University may be admitted to the M.Phil./Ph.D. degree programme.

Contact the Admissions Department for a detailed course admission requirements list

Duration of Study

The minimum period of study for the PhD degree shall be six 6 semesters and a maximum of 8 semesters for full time, and a minimum of 9 semesters and maximum of 12 semesters for part-time study.

For M. Phil/Ph.D, the minimum period of study shall be 8 semesters and a maximum of 10 semesters for full-time, and a minimum of 10 semesters and a maximum of 14 semesters for part-time.

For M.Phil. degree holders, the programme shall be a minimum of 5 semesters and maximum of 7 semesters for full-time, and minimum of 7 semesters and maximum of 9 for part-time.

Additional Info

  • Full-time Admission

    Full-Time Admission can be offered to candidates who satisfy the College of Postgraduate Studies that they are not in employment, or that they have been released by their employers to undertake full-time studies. Candidates found to have made a false declaration in this respect shall be asked to withdraw from the University.

  • Part-time Admission

    Candidates may be granted part-time admission if they can satisfy the College of Postgraduate Studies that facilities for their work as part-time students are adequate. Candidates applying for part-time may be asked to show evidence of release by their employers.

Applicants have the option of selecting any of the following study modes for their programmes:

  1. On Campus: A student on the On-campus mode of study shall undergo his/her entire lectures, practical and field work within the University campus.
  2. Online: Every component of the programme shall be delivered online to students on the Online mode of study.
  3. Hybrid: Lectures shall be delivered online while practical and field work shall be done in the University campus for students on the Hybrid mode of study.

How to Apply for Admission



  1. Visit the University website https://bowen.edu.ng to check out the courses offered at Bowen University Nigeria
  2. To apply for an undergraduate course, click Online Undergraduate Application
  3. To apply for a postgraduate course, click Online Postgraduate Application
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