This course prepares you to become a teacher who not only delivers lessons but inspires confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love for learning in children during their most formative years. In Nigeria, several universities offer programs in Primary and Elementary Education, giving you the professional training needed to work effectively with young learners. But before you take that step, you need to know where the course is offered, what subjects to write in JAMB, and what O’Level results are required. In this Blog, you’ll find: A list of Nigerian universities offering Primary and Elementary Education The correct JAMB subject combination The essential O’Level requirements
##What is Primary and Elementary Education Course?
Primary education, also known as elementary education, is the initial stage of formal schooling for young children, typically starting after preschool and preceding secondary education
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
University of Ibadan (UI)
University of Lagos (UNILAG)
University of Jos (UNIJOS)
Federal University of Kashere (FUKASHERE)
Lagos State University (LASU)
Ekiti State University (EKSU)
Benue State University (BSU)
Kogi State University (KSU)
Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)
Babcock University, Ogun State
Lead City University, Ibadan
Fountain University, Osogbo
##JAMB Subject Combination for Primary and Elementary Education
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Primary and Elementary Education with other three subjects namely:Literature-in English,Geography/Economics/History/Civic Education,CRS/IRS/Government
##O'Level Requirements for Primary and Elementary Education
To be eligible for admission into a Primary and Elementary 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
Literature-in-English
Geography/Economics/History
Civic Education/CRS/IRS/Government