Home Economics & Education — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

Social Sciences Offered at 17 institutions

JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English ChemistryBiologyAgricultural Scienceone (1) other subject

To study Home Economics & Education in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science and one (1) other subject.. These requirements are published by JAMB (IBASS) for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.

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O’Level & JAMB Requirements

Five ‘O’ level credit passes to include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science, and any one of Physics, Clothing/Textiles, Food and Nutrition, Home Management, Catering Craft Practice, Cosmetology, Fine Arts and Economics.

17 Institutions offering Home Economics & Education

AH Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria University Federal AM Ambrose Alli University University State BA Bamidele Olumilua University Of Edu. Science And Tech. Ikere-ekiti University State BE Benue State University University State DE Delta State University University State EB Ebonyi State University University State IG Ignatius Ajuru University Of Education University State IM Imo State University University State MI Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike University Federal NA Nasarawa State University University State NN Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka University Federal OB Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife University Federal TA Taraba State University University State UN University of Benin 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 Home Economics & Education in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science and one (1) other subject..

Is Use of English compulsory for Home Economics & Education?

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

Can I study Home Economics & Education through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Home Economics & 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 Home Economics & 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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