Faculty of Education

Department of Educational Foundations

2Programmes Offered
33Academic Staff

About the Department

The Department of Educational Foundations is one of the academic departments of Niger Delta University. It provides students with a solid grounding in the theory and practice of educational foundations, combining structured coursework, practical training, and research-based learning.

Through the dedication of its academic staff, the Department continues to produce graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills required to excel in their chosen fields and contribute meaningfully to national development.

Our Mission

The Department of Educational Foundations is committed to providing quality, research-driven education in Educational Foundations that equips students with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and professional competence required to excel in their careers and contribute meaningfully to national development.

Our Vision

To be a leading centre of excellence in Educational Foundations education and research within Nigeria and beyond, recognised for the quality of its graduates and the impact of its scholarship.

Core Values

Academic Excellence

Integrity & Ethics

Critical Inquiry

Innovation

Community Service

Collaborative Spirit

Academic Programmes

Undergraduate

B. Ed

ADULT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

Bachelor of Education · FULL-TIME

The ADULT AND CONTINUING EDUCATION programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Adult And Continuing Education, combining core coursework with research, seminars, and practical engagement. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are valued across academia, the public sector, and industry.

Entry Requirements

UTME: Five O'Level credits (including English Language and Mathematics) plus a JAMB UTME score meeting the current departmental cut-off mark. Direct Entry: Five O'Level credits plus a relevant A'Level, NCE, OND, or equivalent qualification with a minimum of Lower Credit.

Career Prospects

  • Adult And Continuing Education Researcher / Lecturer
  • Policy Analyst / Public Service
  • Consultant in Adult And Continuing Education-related industry
  • Further postgraduate study and research
  • Entrepreneurship in Adult And Continuing Education-related ventures
  • Non-governmental and international organisations
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B. Ed

EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT

Bachelor of Education · FULL-TIME

The EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Educational Management, combining core coursework with research, seminars, and practical engagement. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are valued across academia, the public sector, and industry.

Entry Requirements

UTME: Five O'Level credits (including English Language and Mathematics) plus a JAMB UTME score meeting the current departmental cut-off mark. Direct Entry: Five O'Level credits plus a relevant A'Level, NCE, OND, or equivalent qualification with a minimum of Lower Credit.

Career Prospects

  • Educational Management Researcher / Lecturer
  • Policy Analyst / Public Service
  • Consultant in Educational Management-related industry
  • Further postgraduate study and research
  • Entrepreneurship in Educational Management-related ventures
  • Non-governmental and international organisations
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Research & Publications

Focus areas and recent work from this department's academic staff

Research Focus Areas

Educational Foundations Theory & Foundations

Core theoretical frameworks and foundational scholarship in Educational Foundations.

Applied Educational Foundations

Practical application of Educational Foundations knowledge to real-world problems and industry needs.

Educational Foundations in the Niger Delta Context

Region-specific research addressing the peculiar challenges and opportunities of the Niger Delta.

Educational Foundations Education & Pedagogy

Advancing how Educational Foundations is taught, assessed, and communicated to the next generation of scholars.

Contact Us

Location

Department of Educational Foundations, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Phone

+234 800 000 0000