For students planning to study Education and Social Studies in any Nigerian university, it’s important to know the correct subject combination for Education and Social Studies in the 2026/2027 JAMB UTME. Selecting the wrong subjects can disqualify you from gaining admission, no matter how high your score is. This guide will help you avoid that mistake and stay on the right track toward your dream course.
UTME Subject Combination for Education and Social Studies 2026
According to the JAMB brochure for the 2026/2027 session, candidates applying for Education and Social Studies are required to sit for the following subjects in the UTME:
- English Language (Compulsory for all candidates)
- Government or History
- Any two of the following:
- Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
- Islamic Religious Studies (IRS)
- Geography
- Economics
- Civic Education
- Social Studies
O’Level Requirements
To be eligible for admission, you must have at least five (5) credit passes in your SSCE (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB). These must include:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Government or History
- Any two relevant subjects such as CRS/IRS, Economics, Geography, or Social Studies
Direct Entry Requirements
If you are applying through Direct Entry, you must have:
- A minimum of NCE, OND, or Diploma in a relevant field with at least a Merit or Lower Credit grade
- Two A-Level passes in relevant subjects such as Government, History, or Economics
- National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in related fields with at least an Upper Credit.
Nigerian Universities Offering Education and Social Studies
| S/N | Nigerian Universities to Study Education and Social Studies |
| 1 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) |
| 2 | Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) |
| 3 | University of Ibadan (UI) |
| 4 | Lagos State University (LASU) |
| 5 | Benue State University (BSU), Makurdi |
| 6 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka |
| 7 | University of Lagos (UNILAG) |
| 8 | Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka |
| 9 | Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife |
| 10 | Bayero University, Kano (BUK) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can. Both Civic Education and Government are acceptable as long as they are part of the listed relevant subjects.
Either subject is acceptable. However, Government is often preferred due to its direct link to Social Studies topics. Still, choose the one you’re stronger in academically.
The standard duration for a Bachelor’s degree in Education and Social Studies is 4 years for UTME candidates and 3 years for Direct Entry students
Most universities require a minimum JAMB score of 160 to 200, depending on how competitive the universities.
Yes, most universities conduct post-UTME screening or aptitude tests
