ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
A.EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
To be eligible for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education programme, candidates must: have five (5) credits at WASCE/GCE O/L (or equivalent) obtained at a sitting or six (6) credits at not more than two (2) sittings. The subject combination must include English Language, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.
B.PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
• The candidate must be a registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria; who posses first degree in Nursing.
• Must possess current practising licence with Nursing and Midwifery of Nigeria.
• Two years post qualification working experience will be an additional advantage.
C.METHOD OF APPLICATION
Follow the steps below to access the Nurse/Midwife/Public Health Nurse Tutors` Post Graduate Diploma in Nursing Education on the University of Ibadan Postgraduate College portal
– Go to the University of Ibadan PG college website
– Click on sign up for New applicant
– Fill in your personal details
– A code will be displayed on your right hand side
– Enter the code on the personal details form
– Message will be sent directly to your personal e-mail address given
– Check your mail: a message will be sent to the e-mail address given.
– Enter the username and password
– Submit
CLICK:
– on Faculty of Clinical Science,
– on Department of Nursing
– on PGDNE Program
Generate invoice and pay with your ATM card (Master Card)
D: EXAMINATION
Kindly note that candidate will be required to undertake proficiency in English Language and interactive session. The date would be communicated later.
CONDITION FOR TRAINING
Candidates or their sponsors will be responsible for Fees and other incidental expenses.
SIGNED:
ADEDEJI, ADETOLA I. (MRS.)
Chief Programme Coordinator
For: Director of Administration
For: Chief Medical Director
For more enquiries: Contact 08034379904, 08060864297, 08023360014.
FAQs
What are the eligibility requirements for UCH 2026/2027 Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing admission?
To be eligible, candidates must possess:
A registered nursing qualification (RN) from an accredited institution
A valid current practicing license from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN)
At least one year of post-qualification clinical experience
A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related field may be required for some specialty diplomas
Evidence of good professional standing
Specific program requirements may vary depending on the specialty.
How can I apply for the UCH 2026/2027 PGD Nursing programme?
Applications are typically done online through the UCH official admission portal once the form is released. Candidates are expected to:
Visit the UCH postgraduate or the School of Nursing portal
Create an account and complete the application form
Upload required documents (licenses, certificates, passport photo, transcripts)
Pay the non-refundable application fee
Submit the form and print the acknowledgment slip
Applicants may also be required to attend an entrance examination or oral interview.
What documents are needed during the application process?
Commonly required documents include:
RN/RM certificates
NMCN valid practicing license
Birth certificate or age declaration
O’level result(s)
Degree certificates (where applicable)
Passport photograph
Evidence of payment of the application fee
Academic transcripts (if required by the chosen specialty)
When will the screening or entrance exam for UCH PGD Nursing 2026/2027 take place?
The exact date will be announced after the application portal opens. Typically, UCH conducts screening a few weeks after the application deadline, and shortlisted candidates receive notifications via email, SMS, or the portal. Applicants are advised to keep checking the official UCH website for updates.
