List of Universities Offering Adult Education in Nigeria, Jamb UTME and O'level Requirements

 
Education isn’t only for the young—it’s a lifelong journey. In a country like Nigeria, where the demand for inclusive learning opportunities continues to grow, Adult Education plays a powerful role in reshaping lives, communities, and futures. Whether it’s helping adults gain basic literacy, empowering them with new skills, or promoting lifelong learning, this field is essential for social and economic development.If you're passionate about creating second chances for learning or supporting community empowerment through education, then studying Adult Education could be the perfect path for you. In this blog, we'll walk you through the list of Nigerian universities that offer Adult Education, the JAMB subject combinations you’ll need, and the O’Level requirements to get started. Whether you're a secondary school graduate or considering a career change through Direct Entry, this guide is tailored to help you make informed decisions.

##What is Adult Education Course?
Adult education is the process by which mature individuals, generally those past traditional schooling age, intentionally acquire new knowledge, skills, attitudes, or values to improve their lives, careers, or community involvement


University of Lagos (UNILAG)

University of Ibadan (UI)

University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)

University of Benin (UNIBEN)

University of Calabar (UNICAL)

Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt

Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko

University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK)

Bayero University, Kano (BUK)

Federal University of Education, Kano

Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu-Ode

Ekiti State University (EKSU)

Delta State University (DELSU)

Benue State University (BSU)


##JAMB Subject Combination for Adult Education
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Adult Education with other three subjects namely:Government/History,Economics/ Geography,Literature in English/CRS/IRS/Yoruba/Igbo/Hausa

##O'Level Requirements for Adult Education Education
To be eligible for admission into a Adult Education program, candidates must meet specific O'level requirements. Generally, you are required to have at least five (5) credits in relevant subjects, which typically include:

English Language

Mathematics

Government/History

Economics,Geography,Civic Education

Literature in English