Ignatius Ajuru University of Education

About

Ignatius Ajuru University of Education started as Advanced Teachers’ Training College on 14th June 1971 under the headship of Dr William Maxwell Jnr., a USAID representative who served in Rivers State. The College was established out of the need to check the acute shortage of trained teachers for the rapidly expanding programmes of post-primary education in Rivers State after the civil war in 1970.

However, it was upgraded to Rivers State College of Education in 1975 following the promulgation of Edict No 1 on  25th February 1975. Following this transformation, Mr Emmanuel Aguma, who was appointed Principal in January 1975 became the first Provost of the new College.

The College had its first graduation ceremony on 11th March 1978 where four sets of students totalling 462 received the Nigeria Certificate in Education.

In1982, the College admitted the first candidates for the Bachelor of Education degree programme in affiliation with the University of Ibadan.

It is noteworthy that of all the Colleges of Education affiliated with the University of Ibadan, the then Rivers State College of Education was the only one that offered the Bachelor of Education degree programme.

However, to actualise the vision of the founding fathers of the College to become an autonomous degree-awarding institution, it was again upgraded to a University following the passage of the University of Education Law No. 8 of 2009 by the Rivers State House of Assembly on 15 October 2009.

Acronym	IAUE
Nickname	IAUE
Motto / Slogan	Excellence, Integrity, and Service
Founded	2009
Location	Obio-Akpor, Rivers, Nigeria
Address	P.M.B. 5047 Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt Rivers State, Nig

Objectives

1. Acquisition, development and inculcation of the proper value of orientation for the survival of the individual and society.
2. The development of intellectual capabilities of individuals to understand, appreciate and promote peaceful co-existence.
3. Produce graduates with broad knowledge of the Nigerian National and people with a view to inculcating in them natural understanding and patriotism.
4. Exposing undergraduates of Ignatius Ajuru University to the rudiments of ICT age.
5. Preparing students for a post university life with opportunities for job creation and entrepreneurial skills.
6. Production of graduates capable of communicating effectively (both oral and written).

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

1. Faculty of Agriculture
2. Faculty of Education 
3. Faculty of Humanities
4. Faculty of Management Sciences
5. Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
6. Faculty of Social Sciences
7. Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education

Reasons to Study at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education

1. Quality Education

   From its inception, successive administrators of the University have each played fundamental roles in sustaining the vision of the founding fathers through policies that impact academic programmes and services that promote the well-being of the students and quality of studies, as well as facilitating the academic and professional life of the faculty.

2. Diverse Academic Programs

   The university offers degrees in various disciplines. These include sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, etc.), humanities (History, English, etc.), and social sciences (Economics, Political Science, Sociology, etc.).

3. Practical Application and Research

   IAUE integrates practical components into its programs, allowing students to apply their knowledge. The university encourages research, with objectives to equip students with the skills to conduct research in their respective fields. 

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

UTME 

1. Five (5) credit passes in SSCE, NECO, and NABTEB obtained in not more than two (2) sittings, including English Language and Mathematics. Three of these should be relevant to the course the candidate wishes to offer.
2. Candidates must be 16 years and above.

Requirements for Direct Entry:

1. Possession of an HND Certificate from a recognized Polytechnic or Institution, or recognized professional accounting qualifications (applicable to accounting candidates only).
2. Completion or exemption and/or exclusion from NYSC where applicable.
3. Credits in English Language and Mathematics at O’level.
4. Transcript for ND and HND.

Supporting Documents

• O Level Results (SSCE, NECO, NABTEB). 
• Birth certificate
• Evidence of payment for application and acceptance fees.
• Post UTME Results 

 

 

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD, PGDL, PGDE)

• First degree from any recognized University with a Pass Degree
• First degree from any recognized University with Third Class Degree
• Higher National Diploma in a related field of study

Masters Degree (MA, MEd, MLS, MSc, MSc.Ed)

• First degree from any recognized University with at least a Second Class Honours in a related field
• Postgraduate Diploma at credit level in a related field of study

Master of Philosophy(MPhil/PhD)

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Public Administration (MPA) in addition to a first degree in a related field
• Masters degree in a related field with a CGPA less than 2.8 on a 4.0 scale, 3.5 on a 5.0 scale and 4.9 on a 7.0 scale.

Doctorate Degree (PhD)

• Masters degree in a very related field with a CGPA of 2.8 and above on a 4.0 scale, 3.5 and above on a 5.0 scale and 4.9 and above on a 7.0 scale.

NOTE: All applicants must possess five (5) credit passes in O'level, inclusive of English language and Mathematics
Transcripts: All applicants' transcripts must get to PG School before offer

Supporting Documents

1. O Level Results 
2. Academic Transcripts 
3. Proof of Professional Experience 
4. Recommendation Letters

How To Apply For Admission

Undergraduate Application 

1. Visit the University Website www.iaue.edu.ng. or (Since you’re currently on IAUECCE Website, just Click Apply for Admission into 2024/2025 Academic Session) then continue from step 4 below.
2. On the ADMISSION Menu, click on “College of Continuing Education”.
3. Click on “2024/2025 Part-time Registration”.
4. On the page that appears, select the Programme Type.
5. Enter your Surname, Firstname, Phone number, and valid email address, then click Register.
6. An email containing your login details will be sent to you. Ensure you use a valid email address during registration.
7. Your login details will also be displayed on the page for you to copy.
8. The system will display the generated Registration and Prospectus Fees.
9. Click on Sign-in and enter your username and password.
10. You will be prompted to change your password. Save your new password for future logins.
11. Click on the Pay Button on the generated Fees, then click on Create Invoice.
12. Confirm your Invoice and click on Proceed to Pay.
13. You will be redirected to Interswitch payment platform to enter your card details and make payment.
14. After payment, click on ‘Update Registration Form’, update all fields on your form, and submit.
15. Click on “Upload Documents” to upload required documents (WAEC & Others).
16. Print your Registration Slip, log out, and proceed to CCE for Form Submission and stamping/confirmation.
17. Save your login details. Your username and password are your credentials to access your profile in the portal.
18. Completed forms should be returned to CCE, not later than 4th Oct, 2024 with copies of credentials. Note that registration is online and candidates can register from any location.

Postgraduate Application 

Candidates are to complete the application form online after successful payment of non-refundable fee of N40,600.00 for PhD, N35,600.00 for Masters and N25,600.00 for PGD; and Purchase of Brochure fee of N7,600.00. All fees are paid online via the Interswitch Payment gateway. Follow the procedure below for both online payment and registration for the programmes.

1. Visit the University website www.iauoe.edu.ng
2. Click on Postgraduate School from the Admissions Menu
3. On the Postgraduate School web page, click on Registration on the left side of the page.
4. A Page appears; enter the following information: - Full Name, Phone Number, Email Address, department of interest and click on Register.
5. An e-mail containing your login details will be sent to you. Also your Login details will be displayed on the page for you to copy and take note.
6. Click on sign in, Select the 2024/2025 session if not already selected
7. From the menu on the left, click on fees
8. Pay the Registration fee by clicking on Generate Invoice next to the fee, then click on pay online to complete the payment
9. Pay Brochure Fee by clicking on generate invoice next to the fee, then click on pay online to complete the payment
10. After successfully paying the Registration and Brochure fees, you can access the Brochure from the documents menu on the left for detailed information about the programme.
11. Update ALL FIELDS on your registration form (upload your passport photo and copies of your credentials) and submit.
12. Print out your Registration Form and Payment Receipt.
13. Download your referee forms and transcript label from the documents menu and Proceed to apply for your transcripts with your printed label.
14. Log out.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +234(0)9035634858, +234(0)8035732594, +234(0)8110894675

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  Professor Livinus Ogbondah

  Lecturer in Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education Professor Livinus Ogbondah is a professor of History and Policy Analysis in Education and a lecturer in the Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Ed... read more

  ucation, Rivers State, Nigeria. He holds two Doctorate degrees (Ph.Ds) in Curriculum Studies and History and Policy of Education from University of Uyo and University of Port Harcourt respectively. In addition, he holds Master of Education (M.Ed) in History and Policy of Education, Bachelor of Arts (History) (B.A.Ed) from University of Port Harcourt and Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) in History, Moral and Religious Studies from University of Ibadan.
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  Professor Veronica Emen Okogbaa

  Professor of Educational Management and Leadershipat the Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education Professor Veronica Emen Okogbaa is a Professor of Educational Management and Leadershipat the Department of Educational Management, Faculty of Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuol... read more

  umeni, Port Harcourt. She has a PhD, MEDboth in EducationalMgtand a Bachelor’s degree (BSc. Ed., Biology) in Science Education. She came into the employment of the then Rivers State College of Education (now Ignatius Ajuru University of Education) as an Assistant Lecturer in1987 and rose to the rank of a Professor in October 2021. Prof. Okogbaa has taught, mentored and supervisedstudents atTeaching Practice (TP) and students’ research projects at all levels, for all categories of students. She has held various positions of responsibilities such as Ag. Dean Student’s Affairs (2011-2015), Director Remedial and Extra Moral Studies Unit (1999-2010), Head of Department (1995-1999) among others. 
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  Vincent A. Asuru

  Professor of Educational Measurement and Evaluation at the department of Educational Psychology, Guidance & Counselling Vincent A. Asuru, is a Professor of Educational Measurement and Evaluation at the department of Educational Psychology, Guidance & Counselling, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni,... read more

  Port Harcourt, Nigeria. He hails from Ahai-Ogbakiri in Emohua LGA, Rivers State, and holds a B.Sc. degree in Education and Political Science from the University of Port Harcourt and LLB & BL degrees from the Rivers State University and the Nigerian Law School Abuja, respectively. He also holds M.Ed and Ph.D degrees in Educational Evaluation from the International Centre for Educational Evaluation (ICEE), University of Ibadan, Nigeria, as well as a Master Trainer Certificate in Study Technology from Applied Scholastics International, St. Louis, Missouri, USA.

Notable Alumni

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  Benson Sunday Agadaga Politician
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  David Lyon Perewonrimi Nigerian politician
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  Henry Aladeinyefa Daniel-Ofongo Nigerian Politician
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  Philip Osaro Obele Nigerian traditional ruler and eleventh Oneh Eh Eleme

History

Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, (IAUE) was previously known as Rivers State College of Education from June 1971- October 2009.

Rivers State College of Education was created as an autonomous body With the College reaching an attainment of full maturity, as it became well placed to play a more dynamic role to the society. The sole purpose of establishing the college with a Governing Council which is responsible for the recruitment of staff and for the general and overall administrative and financial control of the institution. Following the transformation, Mr. E. Aguma, who was appointed Principal in January 1975, became the first Provost of the College while Dr. E.T. Green succe... read more