University · Lagos State
Admission requirements for Christian Religious Studies at Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State, Lagos State.
A candidate must possess five Senior Secondary Certificate (SSC)-credits passes including English Language, and CRS/ISS/ in not more than two sittings.
Christian Religious Studies is a dynamic academic discipline that equips students with deep knowledge of biblical theology, church history, Christian ethics, and comparative religion. Students explore scriptural interpretation, religious philosophy, and the socio-cultural dimensions of Christianity within African and global contexts. The programme also develops critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills highly valued across multiple sectors. Graduates pursue rewarding careers as ordained ministers, secondary school teachers, chaplains in hospitals and correctional facilities, and counsellors within faith-based organisations. Those entering the teaching profession typically register with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), which professionalises and regulates educational practice nationwide. Beyond ministry and education, graduates also find opportunities in non-governmental organisations, journalism, and community development roles across Nigeria.