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Universities Offering Human Kinetics in Nigeria (2027)

40 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Human Kinetics. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools40

States24

About Human Kinetics

Human Kinetics is a dynamic discipline that examines human movement, physical performance, and the science underlying exercise and sport. Students explore anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, sports psychology, and physical education methodology, gaining both theoretical knowledge and practical competencies. The programme equips graduates to understand how the body functions during physical activity and how movement can be optimised for health, rehabilitation, and athletic performance. Career opportunities in Nigeria are diverse, spanning physical education teaching in secondary and tertiary institutions, sports coaching and athlete development, fitness training and wellness consulting, and rehabilitation support within healthcare settings. Graduates may align professionally with bodies such as the Nigerian Institute of Physical and Health Education, Recreation and Sports, positioning themselves meaningfully within Nigeria's growing sports and wellness sector.

Adamawa (1 schools)

Federal College Of Education, Yola, Adamawa State (Degree)University

Akwa Ibom (1 schools)

Federal University Of Education, Kano, Kano StateUniversity

Anambra (3 schools)

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra StateUniversity
Federal College Of Education (Tech.), Umunze, Anambra State (Degree)University
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra StateUniversity

Bayelsa (2 schools)

Federal University Of Education, Pankshin, Plateau StateUniversity
Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa StateUniversity

Ebonyi (1 schools)

Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Ebonyi StateUniversity

Edo (1 schools)

University Of Benin, Benin City, Edo StateUniversity

Ekiti (1 schools)

Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti StateUniversity

FCT (1 schools)

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Imo (1 schools)

Alvan Ikoku Federal University Of Education, Owerri, Imo StateUniversity

Kaduna (1 schools)

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna StateUniversity

Kano (4 schools)

Kogi (3 schools)

Federal College Of Education, Okene, Kogi (Degree)University
Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Kogi StateUniversity
Salem University, Lokoja, Kogi StateUniversity

Kwara (2 schools)

Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity
University Of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara StateUniversity

Lagos (2 schools)

National Open University Of Nigeria, Jabi, Abuja-FctUniversity
University Of Lagos, Lagos StateUniversity

Nasarawa (1 schools)

Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa StateUniversity

Ogun (3 schools)

Federal College Of Education, Abeokuta, Ogun State (Degree)University
Federal University Of Education, Kontagora, Niger StateUniversity
Tai Solarin University Of Education, Ijagun, Ogun StateUniversity

Ondo (1 schools)

Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo StateUniversity

Osun (1 schools)

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun StateUniversity

Oyo (3 schools)

Plateau (1 schools)

College Of Education, Gindiri, Plateau State, (Affl. To Unijos)University

Rivers (1 schools)

Ignatius Ajuru University Of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers StateUniversity

Sokoto (2 schools)

Taraba (2 schools)

Yobe (1 schools)

Federal College Of Education (Tech.), Potiskum, Yobe State (Degree)University

Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities offer Human Kinetics in Nigeria?

As of 2026, 40 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Human Kinetics.

What JAMB subjects do I need for Human Kinetics?

Check specific institution pages for UTME combinations.

Which state has the most schools offering Human Kinetics?

Kano has the most institutions offering Human Kinetics in Nigeria.