BEd Social Studies Education at Salem University, Lokoja

Programme overview

The BEd Social Studies Education is an undergraduate programme offered at Salem University by the Department of Social Studies Education in the College of Education, Lokoja, Kogi State. It runs for 4 years (3 years direct entry).

Combines foundational education studies with Social Studies and Civic Education content to prepare post-primary teachers; designed in line with NUC CCMAS.

Level: Undergraduate | Faculty: College of Education | Department: Social Studies Education | Duration: 4 years (3 years direct entry) | Location: Lokoja, Kogi State

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Application information

Entry requirements

Five credit passes including English Language, Civic Education and three relevant Arts or Social Science subjects; acceptable UTME score. Direct entry (3 years): five SSC credits incl. English Language and Civic Education plus two A-Level passes or NCE merit in three relevant courses.

UTME cut-offs change every year and differ by programme. Check the university's current admission list before you apply.

NGN 100,000 a year (2026/2027). Tuition only, Year 1 (fresh student) for the College of Education schedule; Year 2 onward: N100,000 per year (Years 2 to 4). Excludes acceptance fee, accommodation, ICT, facility, medicals and other levies. Source

Programmes start in September 2026 (Public Administration BSc lists October 2026). Undergraduate admission is by JAMB-UTME (100 Level) or Direct Entry (200 Level); postgraduate entry also requires reference letters and NYSC details.

Post-UTME admissions for the 2026/2027 session are open. Applicants complete the interest form, pay the application processing fee (non-refundable) and then receive the full admission form by email.

Apply through the university admissions page: https://salemuniversity.edu.ng/how-to-apply/

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