Quick answer: To study Political Science in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subjects are Use of English, Government and any two other Arts or Social Science subjects. At O’Level you need five SSCE credit passes including English Language and Government, plus a credit in Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.
JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Political Science
Use of English is compulsory. For Political Science the other three UTME subjects are:
- Government (compulsory — it cannot be replaced with Civic Education)
- Two other Arts or Social Science subjects such as Economics, History, Geography, CRS/IRS or Literature-in-English
O’Level Requirements for Political Science
You need five (5) SSC credit passes including English Language and Government, with a credit in Mathematics, plus two other relevant subjects, in not more than two sittings.
All Political Science Programmes & Their Subject Combinations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Government compulsory for Political Science?
Yes. Government is the core UTME subject for Political Science and cannot be substituted with Civic Education.
Do I need Mathematics for Political Science?
Mathematics is not a UTME subject for Political Science, but most universities require an O’Level credit in Mathematics.
How many subjects do I combine for Political Science in JAMB?
Four: Use of English (compulsory), Government and two other Arts or Social Science subjects.
Requirements are taken from the JAMB brochure and may vary slightly by university — always confirm on the official JAMB IBASS portal before registering.
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