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11 Best Master's Programs in Nigeria

There are 11 Master's programs in Nigeria, spread across 6 universities — most run 24 months. Courses from University of Nigeria, Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife and University of Lagos come first, because those universities rank highest.

2Master's Degree
OA Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife logo
#3 in Nigeria Nigeria

Master in Business Administration Mba

Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife — The Executive Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Obafemi Awolowo University is tailored for professionals seeking advanced business knowledge. The course is struc...

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Business Administration (MBA)
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9Master's Degree
UP University of Portharcourt logo
#13 in Nigeria Nigeria

Master of Science in Medical Education

University of Portharcourt — The Master of Science in Medical Education at the University of Port Harcourt is offered through the Centre for Medical Research and Training (CENMERT). The program is de...

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Full TimeMode
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Medicine & Health Sciences
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How these courses are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Nigeria has the largest research record in this group, with 777,244 citations and an h-index of 200.

Inside the course list

The most common subjects are Business Administration (MBA) (3), Professional Accounting & Finance (1), Agriculture (1) and Public Health (1). The usual length is 24 months and 24 months for EMNIF, 12 months for PGDNIF. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (33% of courses with a stated intake). University of Lagos offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Nigeria for Master's?

University of Nigeria (#2 in Nigeria), Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife (#3 in Nigeria) and University of Lagos (#5 in Nigeria) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Master's course take in Nigeria?

Most listed courses run 24 months, with 24 months for EMNIF, 12 months for PGDNIF the next most common.

When do Master's courses start in Nigeria?

Fall is the main intake — 33% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most Master's courses in Nigeria?

University of Lagos, with 3, ahead of Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife (3).

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