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COVENANT POLYTECHNIC PROFILE

A WORD FROM THE CHAIRMAN, GOVERNING COUNCIL

As we navigate the 4th industrial revolution, it's imperative that we equip our youths with the requisite skill sets to thrive. At Covenant Polytechnic, we've risen to this challenge, fostering a new generation of leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers. Our approach is holistic, focusing on intellectual, social, and emotional development. We're committed to providing a world-class education that prepares students for success in a complex, interconnected world.  As Chairman of the Governing Council, I'm dedicated to ensuring our students receive the best possible education. We're building a community of scholars passionate about learning, innovation, and excellence. Step by step, brick by brick, we're constructing a legacy of excellence that will endure. Join us on this transformative journey, and together, let's shape the future of our nation and the world.

BRIEF HISTORY OF THE COVENANT POLYTECHNIC

Covenant Polytechnic is a skillful and innovative institution committed to enhancing quality manpower development and acquisition of skills for the youth, empowering them to become self-reliant. Founded in 2005, our polytechnic has received accreditation from the Federal Government through the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

As an autonomous institution, Covenant Polytechnic is dedicated to producing quality students, with a vision centered on research, technological innovation, creativity, and manpower development. Our goal is to re-engineer the nation economically, socially, and politically. We offer a wide range of programs in Applied Science, Technology, Commerce, Business Management, and other fields of learning, with a focus on middle-level manpower development.

Our main campus is now located in Umuogbu Village, Owerrinta, Isialangwa South, where we have established a state-of-the-art facility on over 100 acres of land. Our presence in this community has brought about significant development in the area, contributing to the growth and progress of the local economy.

For those seeking directions or more information, our liaison office remains at 132 Aba/Owerri Road, Aba, where enquiries can be made. This office serves as a convenient point of contact for prospective students, parents, and the general public.

Commitment to Rural Education

In line with our chairman's passion for education and his generosity, Covenant Polytechnic initiated a rural scholarship scheme in 2022. This scheme provides educational opportunities to less privileged students from rural areas, who may not have had access to quality education otherwise. Through this initiative, we aim to bridge the educational gap between urban and rural areas, empowering students from disadvantaged backgrounds to reach their full potential.

LOCATION OF PERMANENT SITE

Covenant Polytechnic permanent’s site is located at Umuogbo village, Owerrinta, in Isialangwa south local Government of Abia state.

The permanent site bordering between Ngor Okpala, Imo State and owerrinta, Abia state and has within its catchment area the following states, Rivers, Imo, Enugu and Akwa-Ibom State.

The Polytechnic is centrally located amongst other States and federal Polytechnics: Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri; IMT Enugu, River State Polytechnic Bori, and Akwa - Ibom Polytechnic including Abia State polytechnic

WELCOMING OF THE NEW STUDENTS

Welcome to Covenant Polytechnic, an institution designed for Research, Train, and Develop manpower for acquisition of skill. We welcome you into the field of future leaders, who will stand the test of time to re-engineer our nation politically, Socially and Economically.

This institution is known for its quality and standard of education, it is not for “never do well”. We therefore encourage you to start early and be committed to your studies.

Students who perform poorly are warned, and if that continuous such student is withdrawn from the Institution. The Polytechnic has several facilities and equipments for your studies, avail yourself of the opportunity by carefully using them.

The Polytechnic offers Two (2) types of programme, the Regular and Part-Time programmes. Students are expected to identify with the particular programme they want to run as they complete the application. While Regular have their face to face lecture at designated place or Campus, the Online/Part-Time students receive their lectures Online.

With the Online Programme you are guaranteed prompt lecture and materials. There will be 100% lecture on the Internet to equip you for the award of prestigious National and Higher National Diploma of the Polytechnic respectively. Covenant Polytechnic has one of the best Internet Programme in the world. It is the only Polytechnic or Institution that offer Interactive lecture on the Internet on real time. As a student you are entitled to academic adviser for guidance. Your Head of Department is also there to monitor your performance; you must make the Internet your companion as to benefit from the Programme

ADMISSION

Provisional Admission is given to Candidates with relevant entry qualifications into the Polytechnic. Admissions are offered in two (2) categories:-

  • Full Time Programme: is offered to those students who posses the required qualification and will take their lectures at the Main Campus
  • Part – Time or Online Programme is offered to those Candidates who posses the required entry qualification for admission into National Diploma and Higher National Diploma

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

NATIONAL DIPLOMA (ND)
Candidates for Full Time or Part- Time must posses Five (5) credit passes including English and Mathematics for National Diploma Programme.

REQUIREMENT (ND)

  • 3 Copies of O'Level Result
  • 3 Copies of Jamb Result
  • 3 Copies of State /Local Government of Origin
  • 3 Copies of Certificate of Birth or Declaration of age
  • 3 Copies of Attestation / Recommendation Letter
  • 3 Copies of Medical Test Result (Medical Test to be conducted in the school Clinic)
  • Eight (8) Recent Coloured Passport Photograph

HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (HND)
Those of Higher National Diploma must possess SSCE Result with National Diploma (ND) result from recognized Higher Institution.

REQUIREMENT (HND)

  • 3 Copies of O'Level Result
  • 3 Copies of National Diploma (ND) Result
  • 3 Copies of State /Local Government of Origin
  • 3 Copies of Certificate of Birth or Declaration of age
  • 3 Copies of Attestation / Recommendation Letter
  • 3 Copies of Medical Test Result (Medical Test to be conducted in the school Clinic)
  • Eight (8) Recent Coloured Passport Photograph

APPLICATION FORM

Candidates can complete admission Form Online via: http://covenant.eduecommerce.com/home/indexplain/applicationform

Candidates must carefully complete the form by attending to every information on it, especially E-mail, Phone No:, Mode of Study and Choice of Programme

- All registrations are done online through our website.
- Applicants are expected to provide correct and accurate information.
- A valid email address is required for registration and communication.
- Forms are processed immediately online, and notifications are sent via email.

By following these steps, prospective students can complete their registration and take the first step towards joining the Covenant Polytechnic community.

APTITUDE TEST FOR NATIONAL DIPLOMA (ND)

Aptitude test is conducted for those candidates that did not write JAMB, at the Main Campus for the Full Time Candidates. The same category of students who applied on Part – Time will write their aptitude objective test on the internet on a stipulated date.

REGISTRATION

Registration involves completing necessary forms and paying relevant fees in both the registry and your department; see fees schedule. You have to register in both the Department and Registry, you cannot be considered as a student until all the processes of registration are completed. After registration, you will obtain your I.D Card and Registration Number or Matriculation Number

REGISTRATION PROCEDURES:-

Full Time: Students are required to open two (2) files excluding their personal file, one (1) file for the registry and the other for the HOD. The files must contain the following:

  • Admission Letter
  • Acceptance Letter
  • Photocopy of Credentials
  • Photocopy of Local Government of Origin/ State
  • Certificate of Birth or Declaration of age
  • Receipt for purchase of Form
  • Receipt of Payment of Fees
  • Course Form
  • HOD Clearance
  • Two (2) Passport Photograph

All these constitute complete file that must be with H.O.D and Registrar’s Office

PART- TIME/ONLINE PROGRAMME:

Both admission and course forms will be completed Online. The system will not accept your submission except complete payment for the stipulated amount is made at the designated Bank and the Code entered. After payment the above documentations should be scanned into the system to enable the office build your file. Please note that it will be difficult to process your file without the above information.

MODE OF PAYMENT

Payment Procedures


To facilitate easy and convenient payment processing, Covenant Polytechnic has adopted an online payment system. Students are required to make payments online through their student portal.


1. Log in to your student portal 
https://exam.covenantpolytechnic.com/auth/login
2. Select the payment option and choose your preferred payment method
3. Make the payment online
4. A receipt of payment will be sent to your registered email address

Please note that cash payments are not accepted. All payments must be made online through the student portal. .

Part – Time/Online: Scan copies of all payment to Covenant Polytechnic Bursar. While other documents should be scanned to the registrar – Covenant Polytechnic, Aba to enable registry process your file

LIBRARY

The library is a hub of academic activity, providing a conducive environment for students to study, research, and learn.

Our library houses a vast collection of over 4,000 volumes and journals, covering a wide range of subjects and disciplines. The library has a seating capacity of 250, providing ample space for students to study and work on projects.

The library is equipped with modern facilities and resources, including online databases, e-books, and other digital resources. Our librarian and support staff are always available to assist students with their research and study needs.
e- LIBRARY
Both full –Time and Part – Time students can access the E-library. The Polytechnic has the plan of setting up Zonal Centre for its student to access information from the office and there will be Mini – Library and e - Library installed in the Centres

Over view services
  • A
    • i. Reserved Book
    • ii. Data Base
    • iii. List of Titles
    • iv. Library Card/ Membership
  • B
    • i. Lending Procedure
    • ii. Inter Library Programme
    • iii. Library Services
    • iv. Distance Education Services

    MODE OF PROGRAMME

    Covenant Polytechnic Programmes are either Full –Time or Part – Time. Students are expected to indicate during the completion of forms for either Full – Time or Part –Time /Online

    • i. Full – Time students are to take lecture in the Main Campus through face to face approach
    • ii. Part Time – Weekend Programme at the Main Campus is also face to face but only on weekends: - Saturday and Sunday
    • iii. Online students will take lectures on the Internet with their materials DownLoaded promptly
    MODE OF LECTURE /PERIOD
    • i. FULL – TIME: These are regular students who met with Lectures and take lectures in the Lectures Hall between Mondays and Fridays
    • ii. PART - TIME: These are students who attend lectures during weekends at their various centres
    • iii. ONLINE: these are students who take lecture at their leisure and can assess the Internet anytime within five days of Uploading the lecture material
    HOW THE PROGRAMME IS RUN
    The programme is taught by Lecturers from different background, tested and proven to be in top form

    That is the assurance we have in offering you quality and standard education. We are convinced that what you are taught is what the employer’s of labour want their employee to know

    Seminars are presented by students weekly through the guidance of the academic adviser or HOD

    You will determine whether to accelerate or decelerate your workload. You are to determine the fate of your programme. However, you are advised not to accumulate your work load or assignment as it will way you down

    The Online Programme has been designed to allow you study at your capacity, considering the office load

    LECTURE MATERIAL
    Students of Part – Time and Online Programme are expected to submit accurate contact to enable them receive course material from the Main Campus especially Part – Time student. Online students are expected to access their lecture within five (5) working days of hosting as such lecture topics will be replaced with new topics on the Internet weekly.

    COMMENCEMENT PERIOD
    Students who have been offered admission and have registered are expected to commence lectures on the ------- December, 2016 for Full-Time students while Part – Time students starts January, 2017

    Registration last for two (2) weeks from the date of commencement for both Full – Time and Part – Time / Online Programmes.

    Detailed academic programme to be published later

    ASSESSMENT OF STUDENTS

    To ensure that students are committed to this programme the Polytechnic Management ensures that adequate lectures and assignments are given to especially Part – Time and Online students to justify the award of their Diploma certificate

    Assignments are attached to every topic of the Module which is expected to be solved and submitted to academic Adviser or Tutor for assessments and score. There will be a continuous feed back from your Lectures or Tutors as to improve where necessary

    PERCENTAGE ALLOCATION FOR ASSIGNMENT
    What constitutes 100% of your study are as follows

    • Practical Exam 30%
    • Objective Exams 30%
    • Assignments 20%
    • Quiz / Seminar 20%
    • Total: 100%

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