Official List of Courses Offered in Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE): Are you planning to study at the “Premier University of Education” in the South-South? If you have chosen Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), located in Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt, you are targeting one of the most disciplined and fast-growing state universities in Rivers State.

NOTE: Before you browse the list, we must clear up the biggest misconception about IAUE:

• “Is it only for Teachers?” NO.

  • Decades ago, it was a College of Education. Today, it is a full-fledged University.

  • The Degrees: IAUE offers two types of degrees:

    1. B.Sc / B.A: These are “Pure” degrees (e.g., B.Sc Computer Science). You study without education courses.

    2. B.Sc (Ed) / B.A (Ed): These are “Education” degrees. You study the course plus teaching methodology.

  • Tip: When applying in JAMB, ensure you select the correct faculty. If you want to be a Banker, apply to the Faculty of Management. If you want to be a Business Teacher, apply to the Faculty of Education.

Below is the official and accredited list of courses offered at IAUE for the 2026/2027 session, categorized by their Faculties.

1. Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences

This faculty offers “Pure” science degrees.

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Computer Science — The tech hub of the school. Very high demand.

• Integrated Science

• Mathematics

• Physics

• Human Kinetics Health and Safety Education

2. Faculty of Management Sciences

• Accounting — Very competitive.

• Banking and Finance

• Management

• Marketing

• Office and Information Management — A modern course that combines secretarial studies with IT.

• Entrepreneurship

3. Faculty of Social Sciences

• Economics

• Geography and Environmental Studies

• Political Science — One of the most populated departments.

• Sociology

• Social Studies

4. Faculty of Humanities

• English and Communication Arts

• Fine and Applied Arts — IAUE has a fantastic art department with studios.

• French

• History and Diplomatic Studies

• Music — One of the best music departments in the region.

• Religious and Cultural Studies

• Theatre and Film Studies

5. Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education

This is for students who want hands-on technical skills.

• Agricultural Science Education

• Home Economics — Very practical and lucrative.

• Technical Education (Options in Building, Electrical, Mechanical)

6. Faculty of Education (The Core)

If you want to be a certified teacher, this is your faculty. You can specialize in teaching any of the subjects below:

• Adult and Non-Formal Education

• Early Childhood Education

• Educational Foundations

• Educational Management and Planning

• Educational Psychology, Guidance and Counselling

• Primary Education Studies

• Special Education

• Library and Information Science

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into IAUE, you need to understand their admission “Personality”:

1. The “Level Playing Field.”

• Unlike UNIPORT, which is extremely aggressive with cut-offs, IAUE is known for being more accessible.

• General Cut-Off: Often set at 140 or 150.

• Indigene Factor: Being a Rivers State-owned university, indigenes get priority, but the Merit List is fair to non-indigenes who perform well.

2. The O’Level Trap

• IAUE is strict with O-Level verification. Ensure your WAEC/NECO result is uploaded to JAMB CAPS. If it is not there, you will not be admitted, even if you score 300.

3. Direct Entry (DE)

• IAUE is a favorite for DE candidates.

• NCE Holders: If you have an NCE (National Certificate in Education), this is the best university to upgrade to a Degree (B.Ed) without starting from 100 Level.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does IAUE offer Law? No. As of the 2026/2027 session, IAUE does not offer Law. If you want to study Law in Port Harcourt, try Rivers State University (RSU) or UNIPORT.

Does IAUE offer Nursing or Medicine? No. IAUE does not have a College of Medicine. They do not offer Nursing Science, Pharmacy, or MBBS.

Is IAUE different from “Rivers State College of Education”? Yes. It used to be the College of Education. It was upgraded to a full university years ago. Your certificate will read “Ignatius Ajuru University of Education,” not College of Education.