History/English — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

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JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Use of EnglishHistoryFrench

To study History/English in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Use of English, History, and French.. 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 to include English Language, Geography, Government/History.

4 Institutions offering History/English

BO Bogoro College Of Education Bogoro College of Education Private EN Enugu State College Of Education (Technical) Abakaliki Rd College of Education State KA Kano State College Of Education And Preliminary Studies Kano College of Education State OM Omaga Ejigbo College of Education Dekina College of Education Private

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for History/English in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Use of English, History, and French..

Is Use of English compulsory for History/English?

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

Can I study History/English through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for History/English 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 History/English?

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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