UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
CENTRE FOR CHILDREN DEVELOPMENTAL AND COMMUMICATION DISORDERS
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES
ADMISSION IN PROGRESS FOR 2024/2025 SESSION

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the following Post Graduate programmes offered at the Centre for Children Developmental and Communication Disorders (CCDCD) of the University of Port Harcourt.

• Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Disability Studies
• Post-Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Communication Therapy
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Human Communication Therapy
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Disability Studies and Management
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Special Needs Education 

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVE

The programme is aimed at availing graduates the opportunities to develop a strong interdisciplinary foundation in social, legal and political concept of disability and communication disorders. It is a vital tool in providing services in learning opportunities for agencies, services providers, Governmental and Non-Governmental Organizations. The programme is also aimed at maximizing the potential abilities in special education and to build up the manpower capacity in training personnel with basic academic requirements in Education in Nigeria and beyond.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA (PGD)

• Admission into PGD is open to first Degree holders in any discipline from the University of Port Harcourt or any other approved institution recognised by the University.
• Higher National Diploma (HND) or its equivalent with at least an Upper Credit in a related discipline from any institution recognised by the University of Port Harcourt.

MODE OF STUDY AND PROGRAMME DURATION

The duration of the PGD/M.Sc. programme is a minimum of 12 calendar months and a maximum of 24 calendar months for a full time student; a minimum of 24 calendar months and a maximum of 36 calendar months for Part-time students.

MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.Sc.)

1. First Degree holders in related discipline with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division on a 5 point scale.
2. Postgraduate Diploma in CCDCD from the University of Port Harcourt or any other recognized institution with a minimum Second Class Lower.

NOTE: All applicants for any of these programmes must have 5 Credit passes in relevant subjects including English Language and Mathematics, as approved by the School of Graduate Studies ditto BMAS. Those for MSC. Special Needs Education must have Education background.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested applicants are to collect application forms with a non-refundable sum of N30,000.00 only, payable into the Centre’s account as indicated below:

 Account name: Centre for Children Developmental and Communication Disorders CCDCD).

• Uniport Choba Microfinance Bank LTD: Account Number: 0152831058 or
• Fidelity Bank Plc. Uniport Branch: Account Number 5210031375

Completed application forms with Academic Transcript. Three reference letters and other relevant documents are to be returned to the office of the Director, CCDCD.

FOR FURTHER INQUIRIES & REGISTRATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

• Prof. Christie Omego (Director)Centre for Children Developmental and Communication Disorders (CCDCD) Centre’s Office International Student’s Centre, University of Port Harcourt.
• Dr Nei, Gift Mba, Administrative Secretary, CCDCD, Uniport

E-Mail: ccdcd@uniport.edu.ng: Tel: +234 (0) 08033504741

Prof C. Omego
Director, CCDCD, Uniport