LASU Part-time Form 2023/2024 (Phase 2)
The Lagos State University (LASU) part-time form for candidates who want to work and study at the college is now on sale.
If you want information on purchasing the LASU Part-time form, you should read this article to the end.
The Lagos State University Part-time programme lets you gain admission to study selected courses at Lagos State University without a need to attempt the JAMB UTME exam.
It is also easy for candidates with a national diploma (ND) or higher national diploma to gain admission into the 200-level or 300-level undergraduate part-time programme.
In this article, you will see the list of courses available, the deadline for registration, how to apply for the form and the next step to take after applying for the LASU part-time form.
What is the Difference Between Phase 1 and Phase 2?
LASU sells its part-time form twice in each academic session (twice a year). Candidates who purchase forms for the first phase which sells at the end of the year will receive lectures at the Ojo campus while candidates who opt in for the second phase will receive lectures at the Epe campus.
The form currently on sale is for the second phase (Epe campus). If you prefer to study at the Ojo campus, you will have to wait for the first phase.
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Who is the LASU Part-time Programme for?
The Lagos State University Part-time programme is for people in different categories;
- It’s for people who have written JAMB once or multiple times and do not want to write JAMB again.
- It’s for people who want to work while schooling.
- If you have a National Diploma, Higher National Diploma or NCE certificate and want to upgrade to a BSC, the LASU part-time programme is for you.
Things You Should Consider Before Buying the Form
Before you purchase the form, you have to consider the following factors so that you can plan for them accordingly;
The lecture schedule:
Lectures are held on Friday evenings, Saturdays and sometimes on Sundays. You have to plan to attend lectures early.
Venue:
Candidates admitted through the second phase of the LASU part-time programme will receive lectures at the Epe campus.
Accommodation:
If you live far from Epe, you should consider your accommodation on days of lectures.
For students who work, the best option is to spend a night at a hotel close to the school. There are affordable hotels around the school axis. You can pay for these hotels with a group of two or three people.
You can also pay other students who live close to the school and share a room with them when you come for lectures.
If you are not working and don’t have plans to work throughout your stay in school, you can get accommodation close to the school.
Houses or private hostels within Epe are more affordable than in other parts of Lagos.
Fees:
The form fee is 20,000 Naira excluding charges, Acceptance fee is 30,000 Naira, and a medical fee of 30,000 Naira will also be paid. The school fee is between the price of 120,000 Naira to 150,000 Naira.
The acceptance fee and medical fee are one-time payments.
List of Courses Available for the LASU Part-Time Programme (Phase 2)
The following courses are available for this academic session;
- Accounting
- Agricultural Science
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Economics
- History and International Studies
- Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
- Insurance
- Mass Communication
- Political Science
LASU Part-time Form Requirements
The requirements to apply for the Lagos State University part-time programme depend on the level you are commencing the programme. See the different levels and the requirements for the level below;
100 Level
The 100 level is the entry-level for candidates without any prior higher institution education. This level is for candidates with an O’level certificate or candidates who have studied other courses at a higher institution but want to start all over.
You need to have at least five credits in relevant subjects.
200 Level
This is for candidates who have completed a National Diploma programme from a recognised Polytechnic in Nigeria or A-level programmes.
To qualify for admission through this level, you must have graduated with at least an upper credit or distinction from your respective polytechnic.
Candidates applying for this level must also have at least five credits in the relevant O’level subjects for the course they want to study at Lagos State University.
300 Level
Candidates with a Higher National Diploma from a recognized polytechnic in Nigeria can apply for admission into the 300 level of the LASU part-time programme. Candidates in this category must have a higher national diploma certificate or statement of result for a relevant course and at least five credits in the required O’level subjects.
Through this programme, candidates can convert their HND certificates to BSC.
Age Requirements
The minimum age requirement is 18 years old. Candidates below this age who apply for the LASU part-time programme will not be admitted and the registration fee will not be refunded.
How to Apply for the LASU Part-time Form
The first step is to check your Olevel result and confirm if you have at least a credit in the required O’level subjects. You can check the subject combinations here.
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After confirming that you have the correct combinations, visit the school application portal to fill out the form. Upload your passport photograph and O’level result and make a payment of 20,000 Naira (excluding charges) to complete the registration.
If your payment is successful, you can print your application form and receipt.
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Deadline for the LASU Part-time Form
The school did not give a specific date but it was announced that the form would close 6 weeks after it was announced.
The sale of the form was announced on August 1, 2024. However, the deadline for the form may be extended to accommodate more students. If you want to confirm if the LASU Part-time form is still available before you apply, join our Telegram group to ask.
We speculate that the LASU Part-time form will be available till early October 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does LASU Part-time Require JAMB UTME?
No, it doesn’t. However, you need to do a part-time registration with JAMB. This registration does not have a deadline and you won’t need to seat for an exam.
The purpose of doing this registration is to get a JAMB registration number for the NYSC exemption letter when you are done with your studies.
How many years is the LASU Part-time programme?
The programme will be concluded within 5 years.
Can a LASU Part-time Student serve (NYSC)?
After completing the part-time programme at Lagos State University, you won’t be eligible to enrol for the National Youth Service in Nigeria. However, you will get an NYSC exemption letter.
How much is the LASU Part-time school fee per semester?
School fee is paid per session/academic year, not per semester. The school fee is between 120,000 Naira to 150,000 Naira.
Thank you for reading our article on the LASU Part-time form for the 2023/2024 academic session. You can also read our article on the LASU JUPEB form.
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