Software Engineering — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

Engineering & Tech Offered at 15 institutions

JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Any three of MathematicsEconomicsChemistryPhysicsBiologyGeographyTechnical Drawing

To study Software Engineering in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Any three of Mathematics, Economics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Geography and Technical Drawing.. 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 Mathematics, English Language and any three (3) of the following subjects: Biology, Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Geography, Technical Drawing, and Economics.

15 Institutions offering Software Engineering

AD Admiralty University Ibusa University Private BA Bayero University, Kano University Federal CO Confluence University Of Science And Technology University State DE Delta State University of Science and Technology University State FE Federal University of Technology, Akure University Federal FE Federal University of Technology, Babura University Federal FE Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi University Federal FE Federal University of Technology, Owerri University Federal FE Federal University, Dutse University Federal FI First Technical University University State GO Gombe State University of Science and Technology University State NI Nigerian Army University Biu University Federal OS Osun State University University State SU Sule Lamido University University State UN University of Delta University State

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Software Engineering in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Any three of Mathematics, Economics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Geography and Technical Drawing..

Is Use of English compulsory for Software Engineering?

Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Software Engineering and for every other course.

Can I study Software Engineering through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Software Engineering 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 Software Engineering?

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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