JAMB Subject Combinations for English & Literary Studies: Comprehensive Guide to JAMB Subject Combination, UTME, and Direct Entry Requirements for English and Literary Studies
If you are planning to study English and Literary Studies or related courses such as English Studies, Literature-in-English, or English Literature and Language at any Nigerian university, this guide is for you. This article will provide detailed information about the JAMB UTME subject combination, O’level requirements, and Direct Entry (DE) requirements for these courses under the Faculty/College of Arts.
Additionally, we have included the special considerations (waivers) offered by various universities to help you better understand their specific admission criteria.
What Are Special Considerations (Waivers)?
Special considerations or waivers refer to additional requirements that a specific university may have for a course. These requirements could be related to O’level results, UTME subject combinations, or Direct Entry qualifications. It’s essential to know the special considerations for your desired university, as failure to meet them could lead to denial of admission.
JAMB UTME Subject Combination for English and Literary Studies
The standard JAMB UTME subject combination for English and Literary Studies includes:
- Use of English
- Literature in English
- Two other Arts or Social Science subjects
Special Considerations (Waivers) for UTME Subject Combination:
1. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU): Requires Use of English, one Arts subject, and two other Arts or Social Science subjects.
2. Delta State University (DELSU): Accepts Literature in English, one Art subject, and any other Social Science subject.
3. Hezekiah University (UNIHEZ): Requires Literature in English, one other Arts subject, and another Arts or Social Science subject.
4. Kaduna State University (KASU): Accepts Literature in English and two other Arts or Social Science subjects.
5. Rivers State University (RSU): Requires English Language, Literature in English, Government/History, and Christian Religious Knowledge/Islamic Religious Studies.
O’Level Requirements for English and Literary Studies
To qualify for admission, candidates must have five (5) O’level credit passes, which include:
- English Language
- Literature in English
- Three other subjects
Special Considerations (Waivers):
Check with your desired university for additional requirements.
Direct Entry Requirements for English and Literary Studies
For Direct Entry admission, candidates must have:
- Two (2) A-level passes, including Literature in English and one other Arts subject.
Note: These requirements also apply to related courses such as:
- English Studies
- Literature-in-English
- English Literature and Language
List of Universities Offering English and Literary Studies
Here is a complete list of universities offering English and Literary Studies in Nigeria, with their full names and abbreviations:
1. University of Abuja (ABUJA)
2. Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN)
3. Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU)
4. Anchor University, Lagos (ANCHOR-UNI)
5. Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo (BABCOCK)
6. Bingham University, Karu (BINGHAM)
7. University of Calabar (CALABAR)
8. Caleb University, Lagos (CALEB)
9. Coal City University, Enugu (COAL-CITY)
10. Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU)
11. Dominican University, Ibadan (DOU)
12. Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti (EKSU)
13. Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ogboko (KOMU)
14. Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUTECH)
15. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FED-OYE EKITI)
16. Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu (GOUU)
17. Gregory University, Uturu (GREGORY)
18. Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU)
19. Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba (PAAU)
20. Kwara State University, Malete (KWASU)
21. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH)
22. Lead City University, Ibadan (LCITY)
23. University of Maiduguri (MAIDUGURI)
24. Michael and Cecilia Ibru University, Agbara-Otor (MC-IBRU)
25. Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island (NDU)
26. Obong University, Obong Ntak (OBONG)
27. Summit University, Offa (SUMMIT)
28. Trinity University, Lagos (TRINITY)
29. University of Africa, Toru-Orua (UDA)
30. Hezekiah University, Umudi (UNIHEZ)
31. University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
32. Veritas University, Abuja (VERITAS)
Universities Offering Related Courses (English Studies, Literature-in-English):
1. Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA)
2. Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo (BABCOCK)
3. Kaduna State University, Kaduna (KASU)
4. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU)
5. Bauchi State University, Gadau (BASU)
6. Borno State University, Maiduguri (BOSU)
7. Chrisland University, Abeokuta (CHRISLAND)
8. Christopher University, Mowe (CHRISTOPHER)
9. Clifford University, Owerrinta (CLIFFORD)
10. Gregory University, Uturu (GREGORY)
11. University of Jos (JOS)
12. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU)
13. Paul University, Awka (PAUL)
14. Rivers State University, Port Harcourt (RSU)
15. University of Uyo (UDU)
16. Osun State University, Osogbo (UNIOSUN)
This comprehensive list will help you identify institutions that match your interests and academic goals. Let me know if you need further assistance!
For a full list, please visit the official JAMB brochure or the university’s website.
Final Note
Choosing the right subject combination and meeting the specific requirements of your desired university are crucial steps toward gaining admission. We hope this guide has provided clarity on what you need to succeed.
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