Education & Language Arts — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

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JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Any three (3) of YorubaLiterature in EnglishChristian Religious studiesHistoryEconomicsIslamic Studies

To study Education & Language Arts in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Any three (3) of Yoruba, Literature in English, Christian Religious studies, History, Economics and Islamic Studies.. 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 including English Language plus four (4) subjects from Economics, Geography/Physics, Government, Home Economics, History, Arabic, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Music and Literature in English.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Education & Language Arts in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Any three (3) of Yoruba, Literature in English, Christian Religious studies, History, Economics and Islamic Studies..

Is Use of English compulsory for Education & Language Arts?

Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Education & Language Arts and for every other course.

Can I study Education & Language Arts through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Education & Language Arts 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 Education & Language Arts?

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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