Are you planning to study Education or English Language in a Nigerian university for the 2026/2027 academic session? One of the key steps to gaining admission is knowing the correct JAMB subject combination required for your chosen course. This post will guide you through the essential subjects you must register for in your JAMB UTME to qualify for Education or English Language programs.
UTME Subject Combination for Education and English Language 2026
You are required to register the following subjects in your UTME;
- Use of English
- Literature in English
- Any two of the following subjects: Economics, Christian Religious Studies (CRS) or Islamic Religious Studies (IRS), History, Civic Education, Igbo, Yoruba, or Hausa (indigenous languages, if applicable).
O’Level Requirements for Education and English Language
Candidates must posses atleast five (5) credit passes in relevant courses in their O’Level results, they include:
- English Language
- Literature in English
- Mathematics
- Any two of the following subjects: Government, History, Christian Religious Studies (CRS) or Islamic Religious Studies (IRS), Civic Education, Indigenous languages (e.g., Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo)
Direct Entry Requirements for Education and English Language
If you want to apply for direct entry admission into 200 level in Nigerian universities, you need to meet certain academic criteria;
- Two A-Level passes in Literature in English and one other Arts subject
- Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) with merit in English Language and another Arts subject
- National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in relevant disciplines with at least an Upper Credit
- IJMB or JUPEB certificates with the appropriate subject combinations
Universities Offering Education and English Language in Nigeria 2026
| S/N | Nigerian Universities to Study Education and English Language |
| 1 | University of Lagos (UNILAG) |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka |
| 3 | University of Ibadan (UI) |
| 4 | Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria |
| 5 | Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife |
| 6 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) |
| 7 | Lagos State University (LASU) |
| 8 | Benue State University (BSU), Makurdi |
| 9 | Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka |
| 10 | University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) |
FAQs
Yes, Literature in English is often recommended or required for Education courses, especially if you are focusing on English Education.
Yes, Use of English is compulsory for all JAMB UTME candidates regardless of the course.
Some universities may conduct their own screening or post-UTME exams for direct entry candidates. It’s important to check with the university directly.
