Political Science &
International Relations
Producing sensitive and skillful leaders capable of offering viable policy strategies for sustainable national development.
A sustainable search for Political Development.
The philosophy of the Department of Political Science and International Relations, Osun State University, Okuku Campus is to produce graduates who are sensitive, skillful, and able to appreciate political phenomena. It also seeks to produce graduates who can make objective contributions to national development by offering viable alternative political and policy strategies and modules to national development in this period of national search for sustainable political development.
The Mandate
The department facilitates impact through two core functions:
- Academic Coordination Providing pertinent courses across various programmes.
- Strategic Engagement Facilitating cutting-edge research, training, workshops, roundtable discussions, and symposia.
Programme Objectives
Competitive Edge
Giving students a distinct advantage in their chosen professional fields.
Leadership Careers
Preparing graduates for leadership careers in administration, diplomatic service, and other managerial endeavors.
Public Affairs
Rekindling interest in public affairs as enlightened and disciplined citizens.
Advanced Research
Enabling the ability to appreciate political phenomena and conduct teaching and research at higher levels.
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Admission Requirements
UTME / 100 Level Entry
5 Credit passes in SSCE or equivalent including English Language, Government or History, plus other relevant Social Science subjects in not more than two sittings. A credit in Mathematics will be an added advantage. Acceptable UTME score and Post-UTME screening required.
- English Language
- Government or History
- Other Social Science subjects
- Mathematics (added advantage)
Direct Entry / 200 Level
Advanced Level passes in at least two of: Government, History, English Language, Literature in English. ND/NCE with Lower Credit in relevant fields or acceptable UNIOSUN Foundation Programme pass also accepted.
- A'Level Government/History
- A'Level English/Literature
- ND/NCE Lower Credit
- UNIOSUN Foundation Pass
Programme Duration
Registration Procedure
Registration must be completed at the beginning of the semester. Course changes require coordinator consent.
Allowed before 1/3 of lectures have been given. Unauthorized absence results in a Grade Point of 0F.
Allowed with penalty up to 4 weeks after commencement of registration.
Graduation Standards
Duration Range
Prescribed Standard
- Completion of all prescribed units including compulsory courses
- Meeting standards for all required and optional courses
- Obtaining the prescribed minimum CGPA
