Early Childhood Education — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

Education Offered at 17 institutions

JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Any three (3) subjects

To study Early Childhood Education in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Any three (3) subjects.. These requirements are published by JAMB (IBASS) for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.

Verified against the JAMB brochure

O’Level & JAMB Requirements

Five (5) 'O' Level credit passes including English Language.

17 Institutions offering Early Childhood Education

AD Adamawa State University University State AD Adekunle Ajasin University University State BA Bayero University, Kano University Federal EK Ekiti State University University State FE Federal University, Dutsin-Ma University Federal IG Ignatius Ajuru University Of Education University State KW Kwara State University University State NA National Open University of Nigeria University Federal UN University of Benin University Federal UN University of Delta University State UN University of Ibadan University Federal UN University of Jos University Federal UN University of Lagos University Federal UN University of Nigeria, Nsukka University Federal UN University of Port-Harcourt University Federal UN University of Uyo University Federal ZA Zamfara State University University State

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Early Childhood Education in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Any three (3) subjects..

Is Use of English compulsory for Early Childhood Education?

Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Early Childhood Education and for every other course.

Can I study Early Childhood Education through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Early Childhood Education 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 Early Childhood Education?

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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