BEd Primary Education at Usumanu Danfodiyo University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) trains qualified teachers and school administrators for primary education, able to develop and implement curriculum at that level.

Faculty: Faculty of Education and Extension Services | Department: Primary Education | Duration: 4 years (UTME entry) | Location: Sokoto, Sokoto State

What you will study

100 level includes Introduction to the Teaching Profession, Foundations of Education, Introduction to Primary Education, Reading in Primary Education, Basic Science and Technology, Mathematics in Primary Education and the Nigerian Child, alongside general studies.

Career pathways

Primary school teaching and school administration.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UTME: Four Years Programme Five O’ level credit passes, including English and Mathematics, at not more than 2 sittings or its equivalent in relevant subject areas in addition to an acceptable pass in Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Direct Entry Programme Eligible Candidates must possess the following: NCE or Diploma at credit level. A minimum of nine (9) points in relevant subject areas at advance level (IJMB), GCE ‘O” Level). In addition to the above (i. and ii.), candidates should possess either: Five “O” level credits including English Language and Mathematics obtained in not more than two (2) sittings; or Teachers Grade II with the credit in five relevant subjects including English Language and mathematics.

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

Undergraduate admission is through the JAMB CAPS portal (UTME and Direct Entry); candidates must upload their O'Level results on JAMB CAPS to be considered for admission.

Apply through the university admissions page: https://admissions.udusok.edu.ng/

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