Islamic Studies / Education — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

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JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Islamic StudiesArabictwo (2) other Social ScienceArts subjects

To study Islamic Studies / Education in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Islamic Studies/Arabic and two (2) other Social Science or Arts subjects.. 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, Islamic Studies and three (3) other relevant subjects.

1 Institutions offering Islamic Studies / Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Islamic Studies / Education in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Islamic Studies/Arabic and two (2) other Social Science or Arts subjects..

Is Use of English compulsory for Islamic Studies / Education?

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

Can I study Islamic Studies / Education through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Islamic Studies / 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 Islamic Studies / 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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