Subject Combination for Nursery and Primary Education

This post contains the JAMB and WAEC Subject Combination for Nursery and Primary Education and the direct entry information.

Subject Combination for Nursery and Primary Education

Numerous students who aspire to study in universities often face difficulties in gaining admission due to incorrect subject combinations in their Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exams.

This issue can result in missed opportunities for students, which can be avoided by utilizing the correct subject combinations for both exams. To this end, this post aims to provide a comprehensive guide on the appropriate subject combinations for these examinations.

WAEC Subject Combination for Nursery and Primary Education

It is important to note that to study Nursery and Primary Education courses at Nigeria University, candidates must combine the English language and any four subjects from the specified list below. The combination of these subjects is part of the requirements that universities consider before they offer admission to students.

  • English Language
  • and any four subjects below
  • Literature in English
  • Government
  • Christian Religious Studies/Islamic Religious Studies
  • Civil Education
  • Economics
  • History

To be admitted for nursery and primary education courses at the university, you need to have a minimum of five credits in the subject above.

JAMB Subject Combination for Nursery and Primary Education

JAMB, like WAEC, also has specific subject requirements that students must fulfil to gain admission into universities in Nigeria. Even if students meet the WAEC criteria, they still need to meet JAMB’s requirements because JAMB conducts general examinations for all universities.

However, JAMB is not the only way students can gain university admission.
Below are the subjects that students must select when taking the JAMB exam.

  • English Language
  • And any three subjects.

Direct Entry Requirement

Students who already have their A-level do not need JAMB and WAEC Subject Combination to apply for Nursery and Primary Education; here are the entry requirements to keep in mind.

  • Two (2) ‘A’ Level passes chosen from relevant subjects.

Conclusion

In Conclusion, Having the right subjects is important to increasing your chances of being admitted into the university. Lastly, students should visit the school portal for more requirements on this course.

Reference

JAMB Brochure

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