Architecture — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

Environmental & Built Offered at 41 institutions

JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English PhysicsMathematicsany of ChemistryGeographyArtBiologyEconomics

To study Architecture in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Physics, Mathematics, and any of Chemistry, Geography, Art, Biology and Economics.. These requirements are published by JAMB (IBASS) for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.

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O’Level & JAMB Requirements

Five (5) SSC credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any of Fine Art, Geography or Wood Work, Biology, Economics, Technical Drawing, Further. Mathematics., Introduction to Building Construction, Bricklaying/Block laying, Concreting, Wall, Floors and Ceiling Finishing, Joinery, Carpentary, Decorative Painting, Lining, Sign and Design, Wall Hanging, Colour Mixing/Matching and Glazing, Ceramics, Graphics Design, Graphic Printing, Basic Electricity.

41 Institutions offering Architecture

AB Abia State University University State AB Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University University Federal AD Adekunle Ajasin University University State AH Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria University Federal AL Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike University Federal AM Ambrose Alli University University State BA Bamidele Olumilua University Of Edu. Science And Tech. Ikere-ekiti University State BA Bayero University, Kano University Federal CH Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University University State DE Delta State University of Science and Technology University State DE Dennis Osadebay University University State EN Enugu State University of Science and Technology University State FE Federal University of Technology, Akure University Federal FE Federal University of Technology, Minna University Federal FE Federal University of Technology, Owerri University Federal FE Federal University, Birnin Kebbi University Federal FE Federal University, Oye-Ekiti University Federal FI First Technical University University State GO Gombe State University of Science and Technology University State IM Imo State University University State KA Kaduna State University University State KA Kano University Of Science And Technology University State KE Kebbi State University Of Science And Technology University State LA Ladoke Akintola University of Technology University State LA Lagos State University Of Science And Technology University State MO Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola University Federal NI Niger Delta University University State NN Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka University Federal OB Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife University Federal RI Rivers State University University State ST State University Of Medical And Applied Sciences University State UN University of Benin University Federal UN University of Calabar University Federal UN University of Cross River State University State UN University of Delta University State UN University of Ibadan University Federal UN University of Ilorin University Federal UN University of Jos University Federal UN University of Lagos University Federal UN University of Nigeria, Nsukka University Federal UN University of Uyo University Federal

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Architecture in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Physics, Mathematics, and any of Chemistry, Geography, Art, Biology and Economics..

Is Use of English compulsory for Architecture?

Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Architecture and for every other course.

Can I study Architecture through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Architecture through JAMB Direct Entry (DE) instead of sitting the UTME, subject to the institution's DE requirements.

What O'Level result do I need for Architecture?

You need at least five (5) SSCE credit passes obtained in not more than two sittings, including the subjects listed under JAMB Requirements above.

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