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Universities Offering Education & Religious Studies in Nigeria (2027)

29 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Education & Religious Studies. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools29

States17

About Education & Religious Studies

Education and Religious Studies is a multidisciplinary programme that equips students with foundational knowledge in pedagogical theories, curriculum development, and the philosophical, historical, and sociological dimensions of religion. Students examine Christianity, Islam, and African Traditional Religion within educational contexts, exploring how religious values shape moral formation, social cohesion, and schooling in Nigeria. The programme also covers research methods, ethics, and classroom management strategies. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue careers as secondary school teachers, curriculum developers, religious education coordinators, and counsellors in both public and private institutions. Teaching graduates are expected to register with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), which regulates professional teaching practice nationwide and ensures graduates meet nationally recognised standards of educational competence.

Akwa Ibom (1 schools)

University Of Uyo, Akwa Ibom StateUniversity

Anambra (1 schools)

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra StateUniversity

Bayelsa (1 schools)

Federal University Of Education, Pankshin, Plateau StateUniversity

Benue (2 schools)

Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue StateUniversity
College Of Education, Katsina-Ala, Benue State, (Affl To Univ Of Calabar)University

Cross River (2 schools)

Delta (2 schools)

Ebonyi (2 schools)

Edo (2 schools)

Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo StateUniversity
University Of Benin, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity

Ekiti (1 schools)

College Of Education, Ikere Ekiti. (Affl To Univ Of Nigeria), Ekiti StateUniversity

Enugu (3 schools)

Imo (2 schools)

Alvan Ikoku College Of Education, Imo State, (Affl To Univ Of Nigera, Nsukka)University
Imo State University, Owerri, Imo StateUniversity

Kaduna (2 schools)

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna StateUniversity
Federal College Of Education, Zaria, Kaduna State (Affl To Abu, Zaria)University

Ondo (2 schools)

Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo StateUniversity
Adeyemi College Of Education, Ondo State. (Affl To Oau, Ile-Ife)University

Osun (1 schools)

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun StateUniversity

Oyo (1 schools)

University Of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo StateUniversity

Plateau (2 schools)

Federal College Of Education, Pankshin, (Affl To Uni Of Jos), Plateau StateUniversity
University Of Jos, Jos, Plateau StateUniversity

Rivers (2 schools)

Ignatius Ajuru University Of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers StateUniversity
University Of Port-Harcourt, Rivers StateUniversity

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Education & Religious Studies in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 29 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Education & Religious Studies.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Education & Religious Studies?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Education & Religious Studies?

Enugu has the most institutions offering Education & Religious Studies in Nigeria.