HRDC of UNILAG has opened its admission form for 2026/2027, and candidates are required to pay a fee of N15,000 as part of the application process.
Getting the details right on this form matters, since a missed step or an incorrect entry at this stage can delay or disqualify an otherwise qualified application.
Below is a breakdown of who qualifies and the process candidates should follow to submit a valid application.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of this specialized program, candidates are left with a proficiency certificate and the option to progress into UNILAG’s esteemed Foundation Programme.
This further academic course offers the prospect of obtaining a 200-level Bachelor of Arts Degree in any of the four European languages taught. In addition, graduates can opt to sit for the UTME.
However, It should be noted that to be eligible for further academic pursuits, candidates must hold credits in no fewer than five relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in a single sitting.
Programme Specifications
Mode of Study
This is a full-time program structured as a Non-Residential Day Course.
Duration and Academic Timeline
The Proficiency Certificate in European Languages program will commence on October 16, 2026 and conclude on July 31, 2026, covering a full academic session.
Entry Requirements: The Criteria for Admission
For eligibility into this language mastery program, candidates must possess O-Level credits in the following subjects: Mathematics, English Language, two Arts subjects, and one other subject.
Furthermore, these credits must all be acquired in a single examination sitting.
How to Apply
Application Fees and Steps to Complete the Application
An application for this program requires the payment of a non-refundable fee of N15,000.
Prospective students should follow these steps to begin the application process.
- Visit the HRDC Portal: Navigate to the official HRDC website.
- Select “Prospective Students”: Choose the appropriate option on the landing page.
- Initiate Fresh Application: This will bring up several options that you are required to complete.
- Proceed to Payment: Click ‘Continue,’ print out the payment advice, and pay the stipulated fee of N15,000 at any commercial bank.
Selection Examination
Please note that all applicants will be administered a qualifying examination covering English Language and Mathematics.
This exam will take place on Thursday, October 5, 2026, in Room 402 B, Faculty of Arts Building, University of Lagos, Akoka. The examination result will be announced on Wednesday, October 11, 2026.
The Key Steps in the UNILAG Proficiency Certificate in European Languages Application Process
Completing the form through the official channel above and paying the N15,000 fee is what gets your UNILAG Proficiency Certificate in European Languages application into the system for 2026/2027. Details such as cut-off scores or deadlines can be revised by the school, so always confirm the current requirements on the official page before you submit.
Acting before the deadline and confirming each detail helps you avoid the delays that affect candidates who submit late or with errors.