The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) is the premier military training institution in Nigeria. It is responsible for producing officers for the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, and Nigerian Air Force.
Here are some key points about the Nigerian Defence Academy:
- Establishment: The NDA was established on 5 February 1964 in Kaduna, Nigeria.
- Training: It provides undergraduate and postgraduate education to members of the Nigerian Armed Forces. Cadets are trained for a period of five years before they are commissioned as officers in their respective services.
- Location: The NDA is located in Kaduna, a city in northern Nigeria. It’s situated on a large expanse of land, and it includes facilities for academic, military, and physical training.
- Structure: The academy is divided into several faculties, including the Faculty of Military Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies, the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, and the Faculty of Science. These faculties offer various academic programs.
- Degrees Offered: Cadets can pursue Bachelor’s degrees in various fields, including the sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
- Military Training: In addition to academic studies, cadets undergo rigorous military training, which includes drills, weapons handling, physical fitness, and other aspects of military education.
- Admission: Admission into the NDA is highly competitive and is based on a nationwide entrance examination, medical tests, and interviews.
- Collaborations: The NDA collaborates with various military institutions around the world for training and exchange programs.
- Leadership Training: The NDA places a strong emphasis on leadership development, as officers are expected to lead troops effectively in various military operations.
- Role in National Security: Graduates of the NDA play crucial roles in the defense and security of Nigeria. They serve in various capacities within the Nigerian Armed Forces.
- Post-Graduate Programs: In addition to the undergraduate programs, the NDA also offers post-graduate courses for military officers who want to further their education.
Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Courses
Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA) offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in various disciplines.
Here are the major courses and programs available at NDA;
- Accounting
- Biological Science(S)
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Defence & Security Studies
- Economics
- Electrical /electronics Engineering
- French
- Geography
- History
- Management
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Military Science
- Physics
- Political Science & Defence Studies
- Psychology
- Security & Intelligence Studies
- Transport & Logistics Management
- Transport Logistics Management:
NDA Courses & Subject Combination
Here are the courses offered at the Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA), along with their JAMB and O’level subject combinations:
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