OFFICIAL ADMISSION COMMENCEMENT: FCE OKENE IN AFFILIATION WITH EKITI STATE UNIVERSITY (EKSU) 2026 DEGREE PROGRAMME

The Federal College of Education (FCE), Okene, in collaboration with Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti, has formally ratified the commencement of admissions for the 2026 Degree Programme. This partnership offers suitably qualified candidates the opportunity to earn a Bachelor's degree in various education-based disciplines while studying at the Okene campus.
The institution is currently inviting applications across a broad spectrum of Science, Social Science, Management, and Art disciplines, designed to produce high-caliber educators for the Nigerian school system.

ACADEMIC PROGAMMES AND AVAILABLE COURSES

The degree options are categorized into four main blocks of study. Candidates are encouraged to select courses that align with their O'Level and NCE backgrounds.

B.Sc. Education (Science & Vocational)

• Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Computer Science.
  • Agricultural Science, Home Economics, and Health Education.
  • Human Kinetics & Health Education, Library & Information Science.

B.Ed. Education (Foundational & Basic Education)

• Guidance & Counselling, Educational Management, and Adult Education.
  • Social Studies, Basic Science, and Early Childhood Education.

B.Sc. Education (Social & Management Sciences)

• Accounting, Economics, and Business Education.
  • Geography and Political Science.

B.A. Education (Arts & Humanities)

• English, French, History, and Yoruba.
  • Christian Religious Studies, Islamic Studies, and Arabic Studies.
  • Music, Fine & Applied Arts.

STATUTORY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The admission pathways are divided based on the candidate's entry-level qualifications.

The 4-Year Programme (Direct Entry/NCE Holders)

• NCE Requirement: Credit or Merit pass in at least two (2) NCE major subjects.
  • O'Level Requirement: Five (5) credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.

The 5-Year Programme (O'Level/OND Holders)

• O'Level Requirement: Minimum of five (5) credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
  • Special Note: OND holders are eligible to apply for this category.

Specific Course Prerequisites

• Mathematics: A credit pass is compulsory for all Science-based courses.
  • English Education: Requires a credit in Literature in English.
  • Agricultural Science: Specifically requires a credit pass in Chemistry.

APPLICATION PROTOCOLS AND ADMINISTRATIVE FEES

The application process is entirely digital, followed by a physical documentation phase.

• Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₦6,000.
• Payment Portal: https://fedcoed.eksu.ng/site/admissions* Documentation Fee: A separate fee of ₦2,500 is required when submitting printed copies of credentials at the college.

Key Dates to Remember

• Sales Commencement: 9th February, 2026.
  • Application Deadline: 31st July, 2026.

CONTACT AND ENQUIRY CHANNELS

For candidates requiring technical assistance with the EKSU portal or clarification on course combinations, the following official lines are active:

• 08034294447 08060236233 08036271865 08117421400

CONCLUSION: SECURING YOUR FUTURE IN EDUCATION

The FCE Okene/EKSU affiliation provides a robust academic environment for aspiring teachers and educational administrators. Candidates are urged to complete their online forms accurately and upload all necessary credentials before the July 31st deadline.