STUDENTS’ GUIDE ON REGULATIONS FOR HIGHER DEGREES AND POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS REVISED 2026
| dc.contributor.author | USMANU DANFODIYO UNIVERSITY, SOKOTO, NIGERIA (COLLEGE OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES) | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-05-16T15:05:11Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2026-04-07 | |
| dc.description | PREFACE This document serves as a vital guide for postgraduate students, detailing the rules and regulations governing postgraduate programmes at the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS). It outlines the academic regulations and documentation requirements at the College of Postgraduate Studies, Faculty, and Departmental levels, ensuring clarity and consistency in the administration of postgraduate studies. In addition to its primary audience of postgraduate students, this document is an indispensable resource for prospective students, members of the university community, and the general public seeking information on higher degrees and postgraduate diploma programmes offered by the university. The need for periodic revision of these regulations is paramount to reflect current academic standards, institutional policies, and global best practices. Thus, at its 148th meeting held on 27th July 2023, the Board of the College of Postgraduate Studies, under the outstanding leadership of the former Provost, Prof. A. S. Abdullahi, established a high-powered committee comprising distinguished and experienced university staff. The committee was tasked with revising the existing Students’ Guide on Regulations for Higher Degrees and Postgraduate Diplomas to produce a comprehensive and up-to-date document. Through Prof. Abdullahi’s dedication, guidance, and steadfast commitment, the revised guide incorporates all updated components of the College of Postgraduate Studies’ academic regulations, presented clearly and concisely to facilitate easy understanding for both current and prospective students as well as other stakeholders. The committee submitted a draft report, which was reviewed and approved at the Postgraduate Management Committee meeting on 31st December 2024, on behalf of the Board of the College of Postgraduate Studies. The final document was subsequently v | P a g e presented to the University Senate for ratification and approval through the Academic Planning Committee. I am confident that these Revised Regulations, when adhered to, will significantly enhance the experience of our postgraduate students and all stakeholders involved in the operations of the College of Postgraduate Studies. By promoting effective and efficient service delivery in line with global best practices, this document will contribute to the continued success and excellence of postgraduate education at UDUS. On behalf of the Board of the College of Postgraduate Studies, I extend our deepest gratitude to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Bashiru Garba, and his management team for their unwavering support and encouragement, which played a pivotal role in bringing this document to fruition. As the new Provost of the College of Postgraduate Studies, I wish to place on record my sincere appreciation to my predecessor and his team, Prof. A. S. Abdullahi, for their remarkable efforts in leading the review and update of these regulations. His vision and hard work have laid a strong foundation upon which we will continue to build. Finally, we acknowledge and appreciate the dedication and contributions of all individuals who, directly or indirectly, participated in the revision and publication of this essential document. Their efforts have ensured that this guide remains a reliable resource for the conduct of postgraduate training at the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, for both current and prospective students. Prof. Aliyu Jibril Provost, College of Postgraduate Studies 7th April, 2026 vi | P a g | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://repository.udusok.edu.ng/handle/123456789/971 | |
| dc.title | STUDENTS’ GUIDE ON REGULATIONS FOR HIGHER DEGREES AND POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS REVISED 2026 | |
| dc.type | Other |