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Bachelor of Education (B.Ed. Hons) in Educational Administration and Policy Studies

The Department of Educational Administration and Policy Studies at Delta State University (DELSU) offers comprehensive degree training in Educational Administration and Policy Studies. The academic curriculum adheres to National Universities Commission (NUC) standards, balancing foundational academic coursework with practical research methodologies, continuous assessment, and technical seminars.

Study Duration4 Years (UTME) / 3 Years (Direct Entry)

Institutional Cut-Off150+ in JAMB

Departmental Target50.0% - 54.0% Aggregate

Indigene School Fees₦54,500

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DELSU Admission Requirements

Official criteria for UTME candidates, O'Level certification, and Direct Entry placement

UTME Subjects

Candidates must achieve at least the institutional cutoff mark of 160 in JAMB to qualify for post-UTME screening.

English Language (Compulsory)
Teaching Subject
Two other relevant subjects

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O'Level (SSCE) Passes

Five (5) SSC credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB in not more than two sittings.

Mandatory Credits:

English LanguageMathematicsTeaching SubjectTwo other relevant subjects

Electives / Other Relevant:

Two other relevant subjects approved by the faculty.

Max sittings: 2 sittings (WAEC / NECO / NABTEB)

Direct Entry (200 Level)

Direct Entry candidates must fulfill standard 5 O'Level credit requirements.

Two (2) Advanced Level (A'Level) passes in relevant subjects.
National Diploma (ND) in Educational Administration and Policy Studies or closely related discipline with minimum Upper Credit.
DELSU Diploma with at least Merit grade.

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Calculate Your DELSU Composite Screening Aggregate

DELSU computes admission merit standing using the official Senate formula: (JAMB UTME Score ÷ 8) + (DELSU Post-UTME Score ÷ 2) = 100%. Calculate your exact score against the 50.0% - 54.0% Aggregate target.

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DELSU School Fees & Acceptance Rates

Approved official tuition and one-off statutory fees for the 2026/2027 academic session

Acceptance Fee (Indigene)₦30,000One-off payment for admitted freshers

Acceptance Fee (Non-Indigene)₦40,000Payable on DELSU portal upon admission

100L Tuition (Indigene)₦54,500Annual base tuition per session

100L Tuition (Non-Indigene)₦74,500Annual base tuition per session

Departmental & Faculty Dues: ₦3,000 – ₦6,000 per session. Returning students (200L–400L) pay approximately 20–25% lower tuition than freshers.

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Academic Curriculum by Level

Year-by-year course codes, credit loads, and core departmental requirements

100 Level

1 Module

First & Second Semesters

EDU 101Introduction to Educational Administration and Policy Studies I

Core3U

EDU 102Introduction to Educational Administration and Policy Studies II

Core3U

GST 111Communication in English I

GST2U

GST 112Nigerian Peoples and Culture

GST2U

GST 121Use of Library, Study Skills & ICT

GST2U

200 to 400 Level

1 Module

Departmental Foundation & Capstone

EDU 201Intermediate Educational Administration and Policy Studies I

Core3U

EDU 301Advanced Studies in Educational Administration and Policy Studies

Core3U

EDU 401Special Topics in Educational Administration and Policy Studies

Core3U

EDU 499Final Year Research Project

Core6U

Career Opportunities & Professional Certifications

Industry employment sectors and professional qualifying examination exemptions

Target Career Trajectories

Educational Administration and Policy Studies Specialist

Corporate & Public Sectors

Executes professional assignments, technical analyses, and administrative duties related to Educational Administration and Policy Studies.

Research & Development Officer

Higher Education / Research Institutes

Conducts academic and applied research projects, documentation, and policy evaluation.

Professional Recognition & Exemptions

NUC

National Universities Commission

Degree validated under NUC Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS).

Universities Offering Educational Administration and Policy Studies in Nigeria

Search 1 federal, state, and private universities with verified JAMB requirements

Showing 1 of 1 Nigerian universities offering Educational Administration and Policy Studies

Delta State

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Delta State University

UTME Cut-off160+

Required UTME Subjects:

English LanguageMathematicsEconomicsGovernment or Commerce

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Essential Academic Tools for Educational Administration and Policy Studies

Calculators, past questions, and project topics configured for this course

DELSU Aggregate Calculator

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School Fees Estimator

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Final Year Project Topics

Approved research topics & materials

Frequently Asked Questions

Verified answers regarding Educational Administration and Policy Studies admission, exams, and degree guidelines

What is the DELSU cut-off mark for Educational Administration and Policy Studies?

The baseline eligibility cut-off is 160 in UTME. Departmental composite merit cutoffs generally range between 50.0% - 54.0% Aggregate based on annual screening performance.

Can I combine two sittings for Educational Administration and Policy Studies in DELSU?

Yes, DELSU accepts a combination of two sittings from WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB to satisfy the 5 credit requirement.