The Faculty of Education holds a distinctive place within Nigeria's tertiary education system. It prepares the teachers, administrators, and counsellors who shape future generations across every discipline. From early childhood to postgraduate levels, graduates from this faculty form the backbone of the nation's educational sector.
If you aspire to become a teacher, guidance counsellor, or curriculum developer, this faculty offers numerous pathways to achieve your goals. Before embarking on this career path, you must navigate the admission process successfully. The JAMB brochure serves as your most reliable guide.
This guide provides a complete breakdown of the JAMB brochure for the Faculty of Education for the 2026 admission cycle, including accredited courses, subject combinations, and O'Level requirements.
What Is the Faculty of Education?
The Faculty of Education is a specialised academic division found in Nigerian universities, colleges of education, and some polytechnics. Its primary purpose is to train professional educators who possess both strong subject knowledge and effective teaching skills.
Unlike other faculties that focus only on subject content, the Faculty of Education takes a broader approach to professional development. It brings together several important areas:
1. Subject Knowledge
Students gain a deep understanding of specific disciplines such as Mathematics, English, Sciences, or Social Studies, ensuring they master what they will teach.
2. Pedagogical Training
The faculty teaches effective teaching methods, including lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment.
3. Educational Psychology
Students learn how learners develop and think, helping them understand and respond to student needs.
4. Curriculum Studies
The programme covers how to design, implement, and evaluate educational curricula.
5. Educational Administration
Students prepare for leadership roles in managing schools and developing educational policies.
6. Guidance and Counselling
Some programmes prepare graduates to serve as school counsellors.
Graduates are equipped to teach at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. They can also work in educational policy, curriculum planning, research, counselling, and school administration. They emerge as complete education professionals ready to contribute at multiple levels.
Accredited Courses Under the Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education offers a wide range of courses, typically structured as combined degrees that pair educational studies with subject specializations. Below is a comprehensive list of accredited courses under this faculty for the 2026 admission cycle:
EDUCATION (GENERAL) COURSES
- Adult and Community Education
- Adult and Non Formal Education
- Adult Education
- Adult Education/Economics and Statistics
- Adult Education/English Literature
- Adult Education/Geography and Regional Planning
- Adult Education/Political Science and Public Administration
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Curriculum and Teaching
- Curriculum Studies
- Education Administration and Supervision
- Education Foundation and Administration
- Education Foundation and Management
- Education Foundation
- Education Management
- Education Psychology, Guidance and Counselling
- Elementary Education
- Environmental Education
- Guidance and Counselling
- Industrial and Labour Relations
- Library and Information Science
- Library Science
- Library Studies
- Nursery and Primary Education
- Philosophy Education
- Physical Education and Recreation
- Pre Primary Education
- Primary Education
- Psychology Education
- Science and Computer Education
- Secretarial Education
- Sociology Education
- Special Education
- Special Education (Visual Handicaps)
- Sport Management
- Statistics Education
- Statistics/Computer Science Education
- Teacher Education
EDUCATION (ARTS) COURSES
- Arts and Social Science Education
- Arts Education
- Education/Arabic
- Education/Arts
- Education/Arts and Social Sciences
- Education/Christian Religious Studies
- Education/Edo Language
- Education/English Language
- Education/Fine and Applied Arts
- Education/French
- Education/Geography
- Education/Hausa
- Education/History
- Education/Igbo
- Education/Igbo/Linguistics
- Education/Islamic Studies
- Education/Language Arts
- Education/Language and French
- Education/Language/English
- Education/Linguistics
- Education/Music
- Education/Religious Studies
- Education/Yoruba
- History and Diplomatics Studies
- Mass Communication
- Nigerian Languages
EDUCATION (SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY) COURSES
- Agricultural Education
- Automobile Technology Education
- Biology Education
- Building Education
- Computer and Information Technology
- Computer Education
- Education/Chemistry
- Education and Computer Science
- Education/Mathematics
- Education/Science
- Education/Technology/Introductory Education
- Electrical/Electronics Technology
- Geography and Environmental Management (GEM)
- Human Kinetics and Health Education
- Human Kinetics Education
- Industrial Chemistry
- Industrial Technical Education
- Mathematics and Education Technology
- Mathematics/Statistics Education
- Metal Technology Education
- Petroleum and Petro Chemical Sciences
- Physical and Health Education
- Physical Education
- Science Education
Note: Some courses may appear under multiple categories depending on the institution. Always verify using the official JAMB brochure or the IBASS platform for your chosen university.
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O'Level Requirements for Faculty of Education 2026
To qualify for admission into any programme under the Faculty of Education, candidates must obtain a minimum of five credit passes in the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) or its equivalent. These credits must be earned in not more than two sittings.
The specific subjects required vary depending on the chosen course of study. Below is a breakdown of O'Level requirements by course category.
For Education and Arts Courses
Candidates seeking admission into Arts based Education programmes must possess credit passes in:
- English Language (compulsory)
- Literature in English (compulsory for most Arts courses)
- Mathematics (required by most institutions)
Two other relevant Arts or Social Science subjects, which may include:
- Government
- History
- Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
- Islamic Religious Studies (IRS)
- Economics
- An indigenous language (Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo, etc.)
For Education and English Language (Specific)
Candidates applying specifically for Education and English Language must present:
- English Language (credit)
- Literature in English (credit)
- Mathematics (credit)
Any two of the following:
- Government
- History
- Christian Religious Studies (CRS) or Islamic Religious Studies (IRS)
- Civic Education
- An indigenous language
For Education and Science Courses
Candidates seeking admission into Science based Education programmes must possess credit passes in:
- English Language (compulsory)
- Mathematics (compulsory)
Three relevant Science subjects from the following:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Agricultural Science
For Education and Social Science Courses
Candidates applying for Social Science based Education programmes must present credit passes in:
- English Language (compulsory)
- Mathematics (compulsory)
- Economics (compulsory)
Two other relevant Social Science or Arts subjects, such as:
- Government
- Geography
- Commerce
- History
- CRS/IRS
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Special Considerations
Some institutions may accept a pass in Mathematics for certain Arts based Education courses, particularly those focused on language or religious studies. However, this practice is becoming increasingly rare across Nigerian universities.
Candidates are strongly advised to verify the specific requirements of their chosen institution directly from the official JAMB brochure.
Direct Entry Requirements for Faculty of Education 2026
Candidates applying through Direct Entry (DE) into the 200 level must meet specific requirements based on their qualifications. These candidates do not write the UTME but must register through JAMB at the designated state or zonal offices.
General Requirements by Qualification
Candidates must possess a minimum of two A' Level passes in subjects relevant to their intended course of study. For example:
- Education and English Language: Requires passes in Literature in English and one other Arts subject
- Education and Mathematics: Requires passes in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry
- Education and Biology: Requires passes in Biology, Chemistry or Physics
IJMB/JUPEB
Acceptable grades in relevant subject combinations from recognised Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) or Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) programmes are accepted by most universities. Candidates must ensure their combination aligns with their chosen Education course.
Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE)
NCE with merit in relevant teaching subjects qualifies candidates for Direct Entry admission. Specific requirements include:
- Education and English Language: NCE merit in English Language and another Arts subject.
- Education and Mathematics: NCE merit in Mathematics and another Science subject.
- Education and Biology: NCE merit in Biology and another Science subject.
National Diploma (ND)
Upper Credit in relevant disciplines from accredited polytechnics or monotechnics is accepted for Direct Entry admission into related Education programmes.
Higher National Diploma (HND)
Some universities accept HND holders into 200 or 300 level, though policies vary significantly by institution. Candidates should verify the specific requirements of their chosen university.
Additional Requirements for Direct Entry Candidates
All Direct Entry candidates must also fulfil the following conditions:
- O'Level Requirements: Meet the five credit passes requirement, including English Language and Mathematics, where specified for their chosen course.
- Transcript Submission: Submit official transcripts from previous institutions to JAMB and their chosen university.
- Screening Exercises: Participate in any additional screening exercises conducted by their chosen institution.
- Registration Location: Register at JAMB State or Zonal Offices, not at regular CBT centres.
- Document Verification: Ensure all qualifications are properly verified and authenticated before application.
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