Are you contemplating furthering your academic journey in a flexible yet enriching environment? Look no further. Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic in Bori has officially rolled out its part-time National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes for the 2023/2024 academic session, offering an array of courses to fit your needs.

Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, located in Bori, has officially commenced the sale of admission forms for their part-time National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes. Aimed at the 2023/2024 Academic Session, this initiative offers a variety of specialisations across several study centres.

Centres and Programmes

Centres for Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic’s Part-Time Education

The institution has earmarked two key centres for its part-time educational endeavours:

1. Bori Centre – Offers a weekend programme
2. RIVPOLY Port-Harcourt Centre – Located at Government Technical College and provides an evening programme.

Duration of Programmes

• The ND and HND Programmes at Bori Centre will span a minimum of three academic sessions, each having two semesters.
• Programmes offered at the Port-Harcourt Centre will have a duration of a minimum of two academic sessions, but will run on a trimester system.

Schools and Disciplines

School of Applied Sciences

• Computer Science: ND & HND
• Science Laboratory Technology: ND
  • HND Specialisations: Biology/Microbiology, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Physics/Electronics
• Statistics: ND & HND

School of Engineering

• Civil Engineering: ND & HND
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering: ND
  • HND Options: Telecommunication and Electronics, Power and Machine
• Mechanical Engineering: ND
  • HND Options: Manufacturing, Power plant

School of Environmental Technology

• Estate Management: ND & HND

School of Management Sciences

• Accountancy: ND & HND
• Banking and Finance: ND & HND
• Business Administration & Management: ND & HND
• Marketing: ND & HND
• Office Technology and Management (OTM): ND & HND
• Insurance: ND & HND
• Mass Communication: ND & HND

Entry Requirements

National Diploma (ND) Requirements

1. Five credit passes in WASSCE, GCE O-Level, SSCE, NECO, or their equivalent, including English and Mathematics.
2. Good passes in City and Guild, National Technical Certificate (NTC), and National Technical Education Board (NABTEB) may be considered for Engineering and Technology Courses.
3. Candidates with pending results may apply.

Higher National Diploma (HND) Requirements

1. ND with a minimum grade of Lower Credit in the relevant field.
2. Entry requirement for the corresponding ND programme.
3. A one-year, certified Post-ND Industrial Work Experience.
4. Exceptional cases: ND holders with a Pass grade and two years of field experience may be considered.

Application Procedure

How to Apply

1. Online Application: Access the Ken Poly application portal and follow the prompts.
2. Payment: A non-refundable fee of N20,000 must be paid online using Verve or Master cards. Additional charges for portal and bank services are N1,500 and N300 respectively.
3. Document Upload: Candidates must upload scanned copies of academic qualifications, birth certificates, and passport photos.

For HND Applicants

Transcripts of ND Programmes should be sent to: The Registrar, Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, P.M.B. 20, Bori.

Deadline

The final date for submitting applications is October 31, 2023.

For more assistance, prospective applicants can reach out through specified Help Lines or send an email to the admissions office. Please note that the information provided herein is subject to verification, and applicants are advised to consult the official Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic website for confirmation.