Faculty of Education

Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education

3Programmes Offered
3Academic Staff

About the Department

The Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education is one of the academic departments of Niger Delta University. It provides students with a solid grounding in the theory and practice of human kinetics and health education, 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 Human Kinetics and Health Education is committed to providing quality, research-driven education in Human Kinetics and Health Education 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 Human Kinetics and Health Education 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

HEALTH EDUCATION

Bachelor of Education · FULL-TIME

The HEALTH EDUCATION programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Health 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

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

HEALTH EDUCATION

Bachelor of Education · PART-TIME

The HEALTH EDUCATION programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Health 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

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

HUMAN KINETICS EDUCATION

Bachelor of Education · FULL-TIME

The HUMAN KINETICS EDUCATION programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Human Kinetics 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

  • Human Kinetics Education Researcher / Lecturer
  • Policy Analyst / Public Service
  • Consultant in Human Kinetics Education-related industry
  • Further postgraduate study and research
  • Entrepreneurship in Human Kinetics Education-related ventures
  • Non-governmental and international organisations
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Academic Staff

Meet the faculty behind Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education

Research & Publications

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

Research Focus Areas

Human Kinetics and Health Education Theory & Foundations

Core theoretical frameworks and foundational scholarship in Human Kinetics and Health Education.

Applied Human Kinetics and Health Education

Practical application of Human Kinetics and Health Education knowledge to real-world problems and industry needs.

Human Kinetics and Health Education in the Niger Delta Context

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

Human Kinetics and Health Education Education & Pedagogy

Advancing how Human Kinetics and Health Education is taught, assessed, and communicated to the next generation of scholars.

Contact Us

Location

Department of Human Kinetics and Health Education, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Phone

+234 800 000 0000