Course guide · All Nigerian institutions
17 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Physical And Health Education. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.
Physical and Health Education is a dynamic discipline that equips students with comprehensive knowledge in human movement sciences, sports administration, exercise physiology, anatomy, health promotion, and physical fitness education. Students explore the scientific and pedagogical foundations of sport, learning how to develop athletic performance, design health intervention programmes, and teach physical education effectively across different age groups. Graduates pursue rewarding careers as professional athletes, sports coaches, physical education teachers in secondary and tertiary institutions, and public health educators working within government wellness initiatives. Those advancing into sports administration often engage with the Nigeria Football Federation or state sports councils. The Nigeria School Health Association provides a relevant professional platform, while educators may register with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria to practise professionally.