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Admission requirements for Political Science/Islamic Studies at Assanusiyah College Of Education, Ipetumodu, Osun State, Osun State.
You must have credit passes in five subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Government or History, and Islamic Studies. For your fifth subject, you can choose any Arts or Social Science subject like Economics, Geography, Civic Education, or Literature in English.
Political Science/Islamic Studies is a fascinating interdisciplinary programme that equips students with a deep understanding of governance, political theory, public administration, and the principles, history, and jurisprudence of Islam. Students explore comparative politics, international relations, Quranic studies, Islamic law (Sharia), and the intersection of religion with governance in Muslim-majority societies. The programme is particularly relevant within the Nigerian context, where religion and politics are deeply intertwined. Graduates pursue rewarding careers in public administration, diplomacy and foreign service, legal practice, and academic research or lecturing. Those venturing into legal careers may work within Sharia courts or pursue call to the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), while others thrive within government ministries, non-governmental organisations, and policy think tanks across Northern Nigeria and beyond.