Education & Sociology — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

Social Sciences Offered at 2 institutions

JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Two (2) Arts subjectsany other

To study Education & Sociology in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Two (2) Arts subjects and any other.. These requirements are published by JAMB (IBASS) for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.

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O’Level & JAMB Requirements

Five (5) 'O' Level credit passes at one (1) sitting or six (6) 'O' Level credit passes at two (2) sittings to include English Language, Mathematics, two (2) Arts subjects and any other from Social Science

2 Institutions offering Education & Sociology

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Two (2) Arts subjects and any other..

Is Use of English compulsory for Education & Sociology?

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

Can I study Education & Sociology through Direct Entry?

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

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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