Knowing the subject combination for Creative Arts in the JAMB 2026/2027 examination is an important step toward gaining admission into any Nigerian university offering the course. It determines your eligibility and affects your chances of being considered during the admission process.
UTME Subject Combination for Creative Arts
For students aiming to study Creative Arts in the 2026/2027 academic session, the required JAMB subject combination includes:
- English Language (compulsory)
- Fine Arts or Literature-in-English
- Any two of the following:
• History
• Music
• Government
• CRS/IRS
• Yoruba/Igbo/Hausa
• French
O’Level Requirements for Creative Arts
In addition to your UTME subjects, you need at least five (5) credit passes in your SSCE (WAEC, NECO, or equivalent). These should include:
- English Language
- Fine Arts or Literature-in-English
- Mathematics (some institutions may not require this, especially for theatre or music options)
- Any two of History, Government, CRS/IRS, Music, or Nigerian Languages
Direct Entry Requirements for Creative Arts
If you are applying through Direct Entry (DE), universities generally accept:
- Two A-Level passes in Fine Arts/Music/Literature-in-English and any other relevant subject
- ND, NCE, or HND in related disciplines may also be accepted
Nigerian Universities Offering Creative Arts in Nigeria
| S/N | Nigerian Universities to Study Creative Arts |
| 1 | University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) |
| 2 | Lagos State University (LASU) |
| 3 | Benue State University (BSU), Makurdi |
| 4 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka |
| 5 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) |
| 6 | Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria |
| 7 | University of Benin (UNIBEN) |
| 8 | Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka |
| 9 | Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife |
| 10 | University of Lagos (UNILAG) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Mathematics is not a compulsory UTME subject for Creative Arts. However, some universities require at least a credit pass in Mathematics at O’level, while others (especially those focused on theatre or music) may not.
Yes, most universities in Nigeria accept a combination of WAEC and NECO results, as long as you meet the minimum credit requirements across the two sittings.
Yes, you can. JAMB allows either Fine Arts or Literature-in-English as one of the key subjects.
Cut-off marks vary by institution and year. On average, universities may set their departmental cut-off between 180 and 220, but top schools like UNILAG may require higher scores
Yes. Music is one of the optional subjects in the list. You can select other relevant subjects such as Government, CRS, or a Nigerian Language if Music was not part of your curriculum.
