Edo University Commences Conversion Programme for HND Holders

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By Lucky Isibor.


The Edo State University, Uzairue has commenced a conversion programme for HND holders from polytechnics and monotonics who are desirous of acquiring first  degree in their choosen courses.


The university which is situated in Edo north district of the state made the announcement via a newspaper advert where she calls for application.

According to the advert, an applicant must be an HND holder from government approved polytechnic or monotechnic with upper credit.

The applicants must have done the mandatory national youth service corps to be eligible for admission into the programme expected be a last for 24 months calendar.

According to the sources close to the university, the programme is expected to be of benefits to those who still desire for an university degree after having an HND.

In a similar development, the university has also flagged off her school of post graduate studies, leading to the award of PGD,Nsc, M:Phil  and PhD

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