MSc/PhDPostgraduate programme

Rural Sociology & Agricultural Extension

The social dimensions of rural life and the methods used to transfer agricultural knowledge to farming communities.

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M.Sc.

M.Sc. Rural Sociology and Agricultural Extension

Entry requirements

Five O'Level credits including English Language, and at least a pass in Mathematics.
B.Sc. or PGD in Sociology with a minimum of second class lower division of not less than 3.0 on a 5-point scale, from a recognised university.
Evidence of NYSC discharge or exemption certificate, for Nigerian students.

Duration

Full time: a minimum of four semesters and a maximum of six semesters.
Part time: a minimum of six semesters and a maximum of ten semesters.
Dissertation, with a three-month internship included.

Modules

Advanced Sociological Theories
Models in Sociological Analysis
Food Policy and Security Programmes
Culture, Environment and Habits
Dissertation

Ph.D.

Ph.D. Rural Sociology and Agricultural Extension

Entry requirements

A Master's degree with a CGPA of at least 3.5 on a 5-point scale.
A concept proposal of not less than five pages in the applicant's area of specialisation or interest.

Duration

Full time: a minimum of six semesters and a maximum of ten semesters.

Modules

Advanced Sociological Research Methods
Advanced Sociological Theory
Models in Sociological Analysis
Computer Application
Advanced Course in Area of Specialisation
Dissertation

Career prospects

On successful completion of the programme, graduates should be able to deal with issues relating to post-harvest losses, with a view to contributing to the national development effort as a teacher, researcher, administrator or entrepreneur.

Applying

Applications to every programme of the Centre are made on the University's portal, which states the fee, the dates and the documents for the current admission round.

To confirm this programme's requirements for the current round, write to Dr. Sylvester Adejo, Admission Officer / Deputy Director, Research & Collaboration: sadejo@bsum.edu.ng

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