Are you looking for a flexible and accredited way to earn a university degree in Nigeria? The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) has announced the sale of application forms for admission into its Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education (CDL&CE) for the 2026/2027 academic session.
This opportunity is perfect for working professionals, parents, or individuals who wish to pursue a part-time degree through distance learning (part-time) without interrupting their daily schedules.
Available Programmes for Admission (Part-Time Degree)
A. Faculty of Arts
• BA English Language
• BA English Literature
• BA Linguistics
• BA Arabic
• BA History and Diplomatic Studies
• BA Christian Religious Studies
• BA Islamic Studies
• BA Philosophy
B. Faculty of Education
• B.Ed Educational Administration
• B.Ed Social Studies
• B.Ed Integrated Science
• B.Ed Guidance and Counselling
• B.Sc. (Ed) English
• B.Sc. (Ed) Economics
• B.Ed Geography
• B.Ed Christian Religious Studies
• B.Ed Islamic Religious Studies
• B.Ed Arabic Studies
C. Faculty of Management Sciences
• B.Sc. Accounting
• B.Sc. Business Administration
• B.Sc. Public Administration
D. Faculty of Social Sciences
• B.Sc. Economics
• B.Sc. Geography and Environmental Management
• B.Sc. Political Science
• B.Sc. Sociology
Admission Requirements
Applicants seeking admission to the specified programmes of the Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education of the University of Abuja must possess any of the following requirements:
1.) A minimum of five credit passes including English language and mathematics obtained at not more than two (2) sittings in the relevant subjects from any recognised examination bodies such as SSCE/WASC, GCE ‘O’ Level, NECO, NABTEB or TC II.
iii) Two A’ Level passes with a minimum of five ‘O’ level credit passes in relevant subjects.
iii) Direct Entry (DE) applicants must have at least four (4) credits including English language and mathematics in SSCE or NECO at not more than two sittings, and at least two passes in ‘A’ level G.C. E or Diploma at Upper Credit level or 10 points in Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IIMB). NCE holders with a minimum of 10 (Ten) points pass obtained from a recognised institution in addition to five (5) ‘0’ level credit passes as in (i) above can also be considered.
Duration and Mode of Study
• Programmes run for four to five years, depending on entry qualifications.
• Flexible learning mode: Face-to-Face or Online (Distance Learning).
How to Apply
Prospective candidates are requested to process their admission through JAMB e-platform to register, after which they can be seen on the institution’s CAPS dashboard for admission processing before proceeding to apply with JAMB Registration number online via CDL&CE Portal as follows:
1. Visit the portal: https://www.cdlce.uniabuja.edu.ng
2. Click “CLICK HERE TO APPLY”
3. Select preferred mode of study: Face-to-Face or DL
4. Click on “APPLY” to begin the application
5. Fill in your bio-data and contact details
6. Generate your RRR payment invoice
7. Make payment via remita.net (₦20,000 non-refundable fee)
8. Complete and submit your application
9. Save a copy of your application and payment receipt
Application Deadline: Tuesday, 30th September 2025
Application Fee
• ₦20,000 (non-refundable)
• Payable only via the Remita platform
Contact for Enquiries:
• 0806 228 7374
• 09063 83 6734
• Office Hours: 8am – 4pm, Monday to Friday
Important Notice
• Applicants must use a functional email and phone number
• Ensure all personal details are accurate
• Admissions are based on merit and qualification
Why Choose UNIABUJA CDL&CE?
• Flexible study for working adults
• Accredited and recognized degrees
• Study from anywhere in Nigeria
• Ideal for second-degree seekers or career changers
