The Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete through its Institute of Foundational Studies (IFS), invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its Diploma Programmes for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

The KWASU Diploma Programme is a one-year academic initiative designed to prepare candidates for Direct Entry Admission into 200 Level of the University’s regular degree programmes. The programme also provides a valuable opportunity for candidates who could not gain admission through the conventional route, as well as for members of the working class who wish to acquire on-the-job training and academic advancement.

Available Programmes

The diploma programmes are available across various disciplines, including:

Management and Social Sciences

Arts

Agriculture and Food Science

Bioscience, Biotechnology and Physical Sciences

Allied and Environmental Health Sciences

These programmes serve as a direct pathway to relevant KWASU degree programmes such as Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Political Science, English, Performing Arts, Agricultural Science, Biochemistry, Mathematics, Environmental Health Science, and more.

Admission Requirements

Candidates seeking admission must possess a minimum of five (5) O’Level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained at not more than two sittings from WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB.

Method of Application

Interested applicants are to apply online via the university portal: portal.kwasu.edu.ng.

All payments should be made through the KWASU online payment platform.

Application Fee: ₦15,000 (Fifteen Thousand Naira) only

Closing Date for Application: Friday, 28th November, 2025

Commencement of Lectures: Monday, 1st December, 2025

Enquiries

For further information, visit www.kwasu.edu.ng or contact any of the following numbers:

08062075797, 08133327209, 08165906330, 08167998627, 08032197599

Signed:

Dr. Kikelomo W. Sallee

Registrar, Kwara State University, Malete