JAMB APPROVES FOUR NEW COURSES FOR IGNATIUS AJURU UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION (IAUE) FOR 2026/2027 ADMISSION
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has enabled four new programmes for admission at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Port Harcourt, Rivers State, following approval by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
The newly enabled programmes will be available for candidates seeking admission into the university for the 2026/2027 academic session.
According to the information released, each programme has been granted a commencement quota of 50 students, allowing the university to admit up to 50 candidates into each programme for the session.
LIST OF FOUR NEW COURSES APPROVED FOR IAUE
The four newly enabled programmes and their respective faculties are listed below:
| S/N | Programme | Faculty | Admission Quota |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Logistics and Supply Chain Management | Administration and Management | 50 |
| 2 | Cyber Security | Science | 50 |
| 3 | Environmental Management and Toxicology | Natural and Applied Science | 50 |
| 4 | Human Kinetics and Sport Management | Natural and Applied Science | 50 |
1. LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Faculty: Administration and Management
Logistics and Supply Chain Management focuses on the planning, transportation, storage and distribution of goods and services. Students in this field learn how products move from manufacturers to consumers efficiently.
Graduates may pursue career opportunities in logistics companies, supply chain operations, procurement, transportation, warehousing and inventory management.
2. CYBER SECURITY
Faculty: Science
Cyber Security focuses on protecting computer systems, networks, applications and digital information against cyberattacks and unauthorised access.
The programme is relevant to students interested in technology, networking, digital security and information protection. Potential career paths include cybersecurity analysis, information security, network security and security operations.
3. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND TOXICOLOGY
Faculty: Natural and Applied Science
Environmental Management and Toxicology examines environmental protection, pollution, the effects of harmful substances and the management of environmental risks.
Students interested in environmental sustainability, public health protection, pollution control and environmental assessment may find this programme relevant.
Possible career paths include environmental monitoring, environmental consultancy, pollution control and environmental compliance.
4. HUMAN KINETICS AND SPORT MANAGEMENT
Faculty: Natural and Applied Science
Human Kinetics and Sport Management combines the study of human movement, physical activity, exercise and sports administration.
The programme may appeal to candidates interested in sports development, fitness, physical education, sports administration and the management of sporting organisations.
Potential career opportunities include sports management, fitness instruction, sports development and related fields, depending on qualifications and professional requirements.
IAUE 2026/2027 ADMISSION: IMPORTANT DETAILS
Candidates interested in the newly enabled programmes should take note of the following information:
- Institution: Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Port Harcourt.
- Approval body: National Universities Commission (NUC).
- JAMB status: The four programmes have reportedly been enabled for admission.
- Academic session: 2026/2027.
- Commencement quota: 50 candidates per programme.
- Total initial quota across the four programmes: 200 candidates.
The combined quota of 200 represents the total commencement quota across the four programmes, based on the information provided. It does not guarantee that all available places will be filled.
HOW TO APPLY FOR IAUE 2026/2027 ADMISSION
Candidates interested in any of the four programmes should take the following steps:
- Visit the official website of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education at https://iaue.edu.ng/.
- Check the university's latest 2026/2027 admission announcements for programme-specific requirements.
- Confirm the approved subject combinations and other admission requirements before making a choice.
- Check the JAMB portal to confirm that the desired programme is available for selection.
- Follow the university's official instructions for screening, registration and other admission procedures.
Candidates who have already registered for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) should confirm the university's instructions on programme selection or any required change of institution or course before proceeding.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO 2026 UTME CANDIDATES
Although admission is reported to be open for the four programmes, candidates should confirm the specific O'Level requirements, UTME subject combinations, cut-off marks and application procedures directly with IAUE and JAMB.
The commencement quota of 50 students per programme does not automatically establish the cut-off mark or guarantee admission for any candidate.
CONCLUSION
The reported addition of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Cyber Security, Environmental Management and Toxicology, and Human Kinetics and Sport Management expands the programme options available to prospective students of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Interested candidates are encouraged to verify the programme details and admission requirements through the university's official channels before making their choices.