UNIABUJA Top-Up/Degree Upgrader Admission Form 2026/2027
UNIABUJA is now accepting applications for its 2025/2026 Degree Conversion Programmes. This opportunity is open to HND holders and graduates with third-class or pass degrees. If you're looking to upgrade your qualification, this might be your shot.

UNIABUJA Opens Degree Upgrade Admission for 2025
The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) is calling for applications into its Degree Conversion Programme for the 2025/2026 academic session. The programme is run under the Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education (CDL&CE) and is designed for those with HNDs or university degrees with third-class or pass classifications. The idea is simple: bridge the gap and earn a better qualification.
Programmes cut across several faculties and can be taken on a part-time basis.
Courses You Can Apply For
Faculty of EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Civil Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Faculty of Management Sciences
Accounting
Banking and Finance
Business Administration
Public Administration
Faculty of ArtsTheatre Arts
History and Diplomatic Studies
English
Linguistics
Arabic
Christian Religious Studies
Islamic Studies
Philosophy
Faculty of Social Sciences
Economics
Political Science and International Relations
Sociology
Geography
Faculty of AgricultureAnimal Science
Agricultural Economics
Extension and Rural Sociology
Agronomy
Soil Science
Crop Protection
Faculty of Education
Agricultural Science Education
Chemistry Education
Physics Education
Mathematics Education
Social Studies Education
Islamic Studies Education
Christian Religious Studies Education
Guidance and Counselling
Admin and Planning
Economics Education
Environmental Science Education
Biology Education
Primary Education Studies
Library Science
Geography Education
English Education
History Education
Faculty of Science
Biological Science
Microbiology
Mathematics
Statistics
Computer Science
Chemistry
Industrial Chemistry
Botany
Biochemistry
Zoology
Geology
Faculty of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences
Nursing
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following:At least five credits including English and Maths in no more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB etc.)
Two A-Level passes with five credits in relevant subjects
Graduates from recognised universities or polytechnics (including Direct Entry, HND, or NCE) with acceptable grades
Nurses must have relevant certification, e.g. Midwifery, HND, or a related third-class/pass degree
How to Apply
Step-by-step Guide:Start by registering through the JAMB e-platform
Once you’re visible on the UNIABUJA CAPS dashboard, proceed to the school portal
Visit cdlce.uniabuja.edu.ng
Click CLICK HERE TO APPLY and read through the admission details
Select PART-TIME CDP or Degree Conversion as your mode
Click APPLY to begin
Fill in your full name, email and phone
Generate an RRR for payment
Make the payment of ₦20,000 using Remita (MasterCard or Visa only)
After payment, a unique application number will be generated
Log in again with the number and your surname as password to complete the process
Course Duration
Engineering, Nursing, and Agriculture: 3 years
All others: 2 years
Application Deadline
Forms close on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
Need Help?
You can reach the admissions team:Call: 0806 228 2734 or 0903 683 6734
Time: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm