Port Harcourt, October 31, 2024 – The Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, has officially announced the availability of supplementary admission for the 2024/2025 academic session. This opportunity is specifically aimed at candidates who participated in the Post-UTME screening exercise but did not meet the required admission scores for their initial choices. The university’s supplementary admission process provides a pathway for these candidates to gain admission into alternative programs, provided they meet certain academic and procedural criteria.
Mrs. I.B.S. Harry, the Registrar of the university, confirmed that the supplementary admission is open for undergraduate candidates on a full-time basis. Interested applicants have until November 16, 2024, to submit their applications online through the university’s official website at www.rsu.edu.ng.
Eligibility Criteria for Supplementary Admission
Candidates eligible for this supplementary admission process are expected to have participated in the Rivers State University’s Post-UTME screening. Applicants must meet the following key requirements to qualify for consideration:
- Correct Subject Combination: Candidates must possess the correct subject combination in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) as specified for the programs to which they wish to apply. This ensures that the candidates’ academic background aligns with the program requirements.
- Basic O’ Level Requirements: Candidates are required to have five (5) O’ level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, to meet the entry standards of the respective faculties or departments they intend to apply to.
- Application Fees: To complete their application, candidates must make an e-payment of Ten Thousand Naira (N10,000.00). This fee is payable through the university’s online portal, where candidates can generate a transaction ID and proceed to make the payment using designated bank channels or Interswitch Verve-enabled cards.
The supplementary admission process allows candidates to apply for admission into specific programs across various faculties within the university. Below is a breakdown of the faculties and programs open to supplementary admission applications for the upcoming academic year.
Faculties and Programs Available for Supplementary Admission
1. Faculty of Agriculture
- Agricultural and Applied Economics
- Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
- Animal Science
- Crop Science
- Soil Science
- Fisheries and Aquatic Environment
- Food Science and Technology
- Forestry and Environment
- Home Science and Management
2. Faculty of Communication and Media Studies
- Cinematography and Broadcasting Studies
- Development and Communication Studies
- Public Relations and Advertising
- Journalism and Media Studies
3. College of Medical Sciences
- Basic Medical Sciences: Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Nursing Science, Public Health Science
- Basic Clinical Sciences: Medicine and Surgery
4. Faculty of Education
- Adult and Community Education
- Business Education (with options in Accountancy, Management, Marketing, and Office and Information Management)
- Educational Foundations
- Educational Management
- Library and Information Science
- Science Education (with options in Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Science, Mathematics, and Physics Education)
- Vocational Education (with options in Agricultural Education, Building, Electrical/Electronics, Mechanical/Metal Work)
5. Faculty of Entrepreneurial Studies
- Agricultural Entrepreneurship
- Corporate Entrepreneurship
- Food, Fashion, Hospitality, and Tourism Entrepreneurship
- Technology Entrepreneurship
- Chemical Production and Biotechnology Entrepreneurship
- Information and Communication Technology Entrepreneurship
6. Faculty of Engineering
- Agricultural and Environmental Engineering
- Chemical/Petrochemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
7. Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Architecture
- Environmental Management
- Estate Management
- Geography
- Quantity Surveying
- Surveying and Geomatics
- Urban and Regional Planning
8. Faculty of Humanities
- English
- Literature in English
- History and International Diplomatic Studies
- Philosophy
- Religious and Cultural Studies
- Theatre Arts
- French
9. Faculty of Law
- LLB (Bachelor of Law)
10. Faculty of Administration and Management
- Accountancy
- Finance
- Management
- Marketing
- Office and Information Management
- Employment Relations and Human Resources Management
11. Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science
12. Faculty of Science
- Animal and Environmental Biology
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Maritime Sciences
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Plant Science and Biotechnology
13. Faculty of Social Sciences
- Economics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
Candidates applying for the supplementary admission are strongly advised to ensure they meet all necessary requirements for their chosen programs. The university has clarified that it will not accept requests for course changes after the publication of the supplementary admission list.
Candidates are also required to upload their O’ level results online during the application process. This measure is crucial to verify that applicants meet the basic academic qualifications.
Application Date
The online processing of supplementary admission forms has officially begun and will continue until November 16, 2024. Interested candidates are encouraged to complete their applications as early as possible within this period to avoid any last-minute challenges or disruptions.
This supplementary admission represents a valuable opportunity for candidates who, while not meeting the primary admission requirements for their initial program choices, are still keen to join the university and pursue their academic goals in alternative fields of study. By offering a wide range of faculties and programs, Rivers State University continues to provide a variety of educational pathways for students in the 2024/2025 academic session.
You may also read: Maduka University UTME Admission Form
