School of Social Sciences

Welcome to the Department of Public Administration at Idofed Polytechnic, where we train ethically grounded, innovative leaders and policy analysts to manage the public and social sectors of tomorrow.As part of the School of Social Sciences, our program equips students with strategic governance skills, policy design frameworks, administrative management techniques, and organizational leadership. We prepare our graduates to handle complex socio-economic challenges, promote good governance, and drive meaningful community development across local, national, and global institutions.


Admission Requirements

Course Requirement

To gain admission into the National Diploma in Public Administration program, applicants must satisfy the following criteria

Step – 01

O’Level / SSCE Requirements

Minimum of five (5) credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB obtained in not more than two sittings. Mandatory subjects include English Language, Mathematics, Government or History, and any two other Social Science or Arts subjects (e.g., Economics, Commerce, Literature-in-English, Geography).

Step – 02

UTME Cut-Off Score

A qualifying score in the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) UTME. Recommended subject combination: Use of English, Government or History, Economics, and any other Social Science/Arts subject.

Step – 03

Transcripts & Documentation

Direct entry candidates must submit official academic transcripts from accredited institutions alongside valid identification and passport photographs.


Career & Professional Opportunities

  • Civil Service & Government Ministries: Administrative Officers, Human Resource Specialists, Protocol Officers, and Public Relations Managers across federal, state, and local agencies
  • Non-Governmental & International Organizations (NGOs/INGOs): Program Directors, Field Coordinators, Grant Managers, and Social Policy Researchers.
  • Corporate Governance & Public Affairs: Corporate Communications Specialists, Regulatory Compliance Officers, and Governance Consultants.