Music/Social Studies — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

Arts & Humanities Offered at 14 institutions

JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English GovernmentHistoryone (1) Artsone (1) Social Science subject

To study Music/Social Studies in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Government/History, one (1) Arts, one (1) Social Science subject.. 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 in English Language, Mathematics, Government/History, Arts and one (1) Social Science subject.

14 Institutions offering Music/Social Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Music/Social Studies in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Government/History, one (1) Arts, one (1) Social Science subject..

Is Use of English compulsory for Music/Social Studies?

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

Can I study Music/Social Studies through Direct Entry?

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

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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