For Nigerian graduates
The postgraduate guide
Postgraduate study,
explained.
Understand your options, prepare your application, and work out how to fund your studies. Practical guidance for Nigerian graduates, from the first question to the final checklist.
Read the starting guide →The application desk
Three areas to work through.
Application preparation
Organise the evidence, documents, and writing that support your application.
- Academic CVs & personal statements
- Transcripts & supporting documents
- References & submission checks
Scholarships & funding
Read eligibility rules carefully and build a realistic picture of the funding.
- Scholarship directory & application dates
- Funding coverage & exclusions
- Deadlines & award conditions
Choosing your next step
Compare programmes against your goals, requirements, and timeline.
- Course content & research interests
- Entry requirements & qualifications
- Application budgets & payment timelines
The essential checklist
Your master’s application starts with the right documents.
Open the document checklist →Know what to prepare, what to request, and what to confirm with your chosen programme.
- Academic records and transcript delivery.
- CVs, statements and referee instructions.
- English evidence and final submission checks.
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