In 1982, Nigeria switched to the American system of six primary, three junior secondary, and three senior secondary school grades, but the rigid examination system remained. To qualify for entry into Junior Secondary School (JSS), Senior Secondary School (SSS), and higher education, nationwide examinations are held each year. Because exam scores determine a student's future educational choices, schools tend to stress memorization of facts, rather than creative problem solving. There are not enough senior secondary schools in Nigeria, so most students who finish JSS go into the workforce.
Certain federal and state agencies plan and carry out special education programs. Teachers receive training to teach in these programs. Mostly, though, the government encourages integration of special education students into the regular schools. The Ministry of Social Development, Youth, and Sports also runs centers throughout the nation to help train people with special needs.
There are three major categories of higher or tertiary education. One is postsecondary, which is non-university level training in technical and vocational fields. Students receive certificates of training for completing work-oriented courses. The second type of higher education institution consists of higher technical, but non-university level programs offered at technical colleges, polytechnics, and colleges of education. They usually offer a variety of options for students that lead to a National Diploma (ND) for two years of study or a Higher National Diploma (HND) for four years of study. The third type of tertiary institution is the degree-granting institution offering bachelor's and higher degrees.
About two-thirds of the universities are federally owned, and a majority of the others are state-owned. There are 13 federally owned and 14 state-owned polytechnic colleges. Unlike primary and secondary schools, the institutions of higher education normally follow a 15-week semester system, running from October to mid-July.
Diversity in the way of learning in UK, USA and Nigeria
The
basic education system is an obligatory requirement for the people of
the world. System of education differs from country to country as well
as there are some similarities too. There is a global demand for quality
education by every individual worldwide. Most of the student dream of
studying in big and reputed institutions of UK and USA .Many of them
travel to far distance land to obtain quality education. But everyone
cannot afford to spend so much money and study in these recognised
colleges and universities. The students of Nigeria too aspire to study
in these reputed institutions.
The education system in Nigeria is
making a sturdy progress with time. There are a number of recognised
universities and colleges in Nigeria. The education system in the
country started at a slow pace due to several political and communal
issues. The education system is not as advanced as the ones in Unites
States and United Kingdom. The courses offered by the institutions also
differ.
Some similarities between UK and Nigeria education system:
- Both the countries educational system is based on British English.
- Both have their education system divided into three different age groups which includes age 5 to 11, age 11 to 16 and the third group starts from age 16 and above.
- The phases of school also possess the same name i.e. primary, secondary and high school or university.
Difference between UK and Nigeria education system:
- The children in the UK start their schooling at the age of 5. There is no fixed age for the students of Nigeria to start their schooling. They can begin learning at any age whether they are 4 year old or starting after the age of 5.
- In Nigeria the students can start their schooling even before they are five or even after they are five year old. In fact there is no particular age for them to start their schooling.
- Another difference in the education system between Nigeria and UK is the government only funds the institutions that is run by the government, other private school expenses have to be sponsored by the guardians. In the UK, the students between the age group of 5 to 16 are funded by the government.
- In the UK it is mandatory for a student to do their studies from a top level college before entering any university. On the other hand it is not necessary for the Nigerian students to go to any top class college before registering into universities. Hence many students start their university education before becoming 18.
How can you compare USA education system to Nigeria education system?
The
USA education system also has certain differences with the education
trend followed in Nigeria. Both are outstanding in their own way. USA
education system is quite similar to the UK education system. In fact
the institutions in USA are the most well known in the world. Majority
of the students’ dream of getting degrees from the universities and
colleges situated there.
There
are some distinct characteristics in the institutions located in
Nigeria that makes them stand out from the ones in USA. Though USA is
said to have the most standard form of education system, Nigeria is no
less. They have come a long way and have brought out a major
transformation in their academic system.
- The universities and colleges in this African country have easy procedure for the enrolment of students in various higher level degree courses.
- In USA universities and colleges getting admission is a hard task as they stick to certain rules and regulation.
- A candidate applying for the course must be eligible to fit into the institution. The candidates have to therefore face pretty tough competition unlike the Nigerian students.
- They do not have to target an A level grade to get into the best institution. Minimum qualification is enough for the candidate to do their further studies.
Hence
we see all countries have their own methods and techniques of imparting
education to their students. They vary but they all belong to the same
platform.
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