Colleges of Education to Commence 3-year NCE Plus 2-year Degree Pathway
By Muhammad A. Adedokun
The National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) has received Ministerial Directives to transition to a continuous 5-year NCE-Degree programme with the 3-year NCE plus 2-year degree pathway.
The existing operation of Colleges of Education has been the Dual Mandate four (4)-year degree programme, with the 3-year NCE and 4-year degree structure. However, following the Ministerial Directives received by the NCCE, provision has been made for the transition from the existing structure to a 3-year NCE plus 2-year degree pathway.
In an official circular by the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) dated 5th May, 2026, it was stated that: “In line with these directives, all Colleges of Education currently operating the Dual Mandate four (4)-year degree programme are required to discontinue admissions into the programme with effect from the 2026/2027 academic session.”
This is yet another significant progress in Nigeria’s education system, strengthening the value of the NCE qualification as well as making the transition to a bachelor’s degree easier and reducing the duration of completion.
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A deeply insightful exploration. The balance between academic discipline and spiritual consciousness is precisely what our student body needs today.
Barakallahu feek Brother Ahmad. May Allah grant our youth steadfastness in learning and practice.
Jazakumullahu Khayran to the editorial team. The references from Surah Taha were especially grounding.
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