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Admission requirements for Social Studies/Yoruba at Alvan Ikoku College Of Education, Owerri, Imo State, Imo State.
You must have credit passes in five O'level subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Government or History, Yoruba, and one more subject. The fifth subject must be from the Arts or Social Science group of subjects.
Social Studies/Yoruba is an interdisciplinary programme that equips students with a deep understanding of social sciences alongside the linguistic, literary, and cultural dimensions of the Yoruba language and people. Students explore topics such as civics, geography, history, economics, and sociology, while simultaneously developing proficiency in Yoruba oral traditions, grammar, literature, and cultural heritage. The programme prepares graduates for careers in education as secondary school teachers, where the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) provides professional certification. Beyond teaching, graduates find opportunities in cultural documentation, broadcasting with stations producing Yoruba-language content, journalism, and public administration. Those passionate about preserving indigenous knowledge may also pursue roles in heritage institutions, curriculum development agencies, or the creative arts industry.