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

 
Physical Education (PHE) goes far beyond just running laps or playing football. It’s a professional course that combines health science, sports training, anatomy, exercise physiology, and education. It prepares you to become a teacher, coach, fitness instructor, or health promoter. In Nigeria, several universities offer Physical Education as a degree program, equipping students with the skills needed to teach, coach, and inspire others to live active lifestyles. But before you can dive in, you need to know which universities offer the course, what subjects to select in JAMB, and what O’Level results you need to qualify. In this blog post, we’ll cover everything you need to get started on your journey to studying Physical Education in Nigeria, including: A list of Nigerian universities offering the course The official JAMB subject combination The required O’Level subjects and grades

##What is Nursery and Primary Education Course?
Physical Education (P.E.) is a discipline that involves teaching and learning activities related to physical fitness, sports, exercise, and overall bodily health. It focuses on developing motor skills, improving physical fitness, promoting healthy lifestyles, and teaching the importance of regular physical activity for mental and physical well-being. Through Physical Education, individuals gain knowledge and skills to participate in various physical activities safely and effectively, often in a school or community setting.   


University of Ibadan (UI)

University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)

University of Benin (UNIBEN)

University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)

University of Lagos (UNILAG)

University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT)

Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA)

Federal University of Technology, Minna 

Lagos State University (LASU)

Delta State University (DELSU)

Ekiti State University (EKSU)

Benue State University (BSU)

Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)


##JAMB Subject Combination for Physical Education
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Physical Education with other three subjects namely:Biology/Health Science,Physics/ Chemistry,Mathematics/Economics/Agricultural Science/Geography
 
##O'Level Requirements for Physical Education
To be eligible for admission into a Physical 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 

Biology/Health Science

Physics/Chemistry/Agricultural Science

Physical and Health Education/Economics/Geography/Civic Education