Faculty of Education

Department of Counselling and Educational Psychology

3Programmes Offered
6Academic Staff

About the Department

The Department of Counselling and Educational Psychology is one of the academic departments of Niger Delta University. It provides students with a solid grounding in the theory and practice of counselling and educational psychology, 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 Counselling and Educational Psychology is committed to providing quality, research-driven education in Counselling and Educational Psychology 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 Counselling and Educational Psychology 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

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING

Bachelor of Education · FULL-TIME

The GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Guidance And Counselling, 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

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

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING

Bachelor of Education · PART-TIME

The GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Guidance And Counselling, 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

  • Guidance And Counselling Researcher / Lecturer
  • Policy Analyst / Public Service
  • Consultant in Guidance And Counselling-related industry
  • Further postgraduate study and research
  • Entrepreneurship in Guidance And Counselling-related ventures
  • Non-governmental and international organisations
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B.Sc

History and Diplomacy Education

Bachelor of Science · FULL-TIME

The History and Diplomacy Education programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of History And Diplomacy 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

  • History And Diplomacy Education Researcher / Lecturer
  • Policy Analyst / Public Service
  • Consultant in History And Diplomacy Education-related industry
  • Further postgraduate study and research
  • Entrepreneurship in History And Diplomacy Education-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

Counselling and Educational Psychology Theory & Foundations

Core theoretical frameworks and foundational scholarship in Counselling and Educational Psychology.

Applied Counselling and Educational Psychology

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

Counselling and Educational Psychology in the Niger Delta Context

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

Counselling and Educational Psychology Education & Pedagogy

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

Contact Us

Location

Department of Counselling and Educational Psychology, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Phone

+234 800 000 0000