Where to Study Christian Studies in Nigeria: Schools and Universities

Universities Offering Christian Studies

Christian Studies is one of the more specialised programmes within the Arts/Humanities category. The JAMB brochure identifies three institutions for the course.

Schools Listed for the Course

• Ajayi Crowther University (AJAYI)
• University of Ilorin (ILORIN)
• Kwara State University (KWASU)

These three institutions are the schools listed under the Christian Studies course entry in the brochure.

Ajayi Crowther University

Ajayi Crowther University is one of the institutions candidates can consider when looking for Christian Studies.

University of Ilorin

The University of Ilorin is also listed for the course, giving candidates another option, particularly those considering a federal university.

Kwara State University

Kwara State University completes the three-school listing for Christian Studies.

Why the Short List Matters

Because the programme is offered by a relatively small number of institutions in the brochure, candidates should compare the three schools carefully rather than assuming that every university offering a religious programme also offers Christian Studies.

Do Not Confuse the Course With Similar Programmes

Christian Studies and Christian Religious Knowledge/Studies are presented as different course listings in the JAMB Arts/Humanities material. This distinction is important when checking admission requirements because the institutions attached to one course should not automatically be transferred to the other.

Choosing a School

After identifying the available institutions, candidates should consider factors such as location, academic environment, cost, admission route and the specific requirements attached to the university they prefer.

The admission document below can also be consulted for a wider view of the course listing and the requirements provided for prospective candidates.