JAMB Subject Combination for Computer Science
For candidates aspiring to study Computer Science in Nigerian universities, the required JAMB subject combination is:
- English Language (Compulsory for all candidates)
- Mathematics
- Physics
- One of Chemistry, Biology, or any other relevant Science subject (e.g., Agricultural Science, Geography, or Economics depending on the institution)
This subject combination provides a strong foundation in analytical thinking, mathematical principles, and scientific reasoning, which are essential for computer science.
O’ Level (WAEC/NECO) Requirements for Computer Science
Candidates must have at least five (5) credit passes in their O’ Level (WAEC/NECO) in the following subjects:
- English Language (Compulsory)
- Mathematics (Compulsory)
- Physics (Compulsory)
- Chemistry
- Any other relevant Science subject (e.g., Biology, Agricultural Science, Economics, or Geography)
Some universities may require a specific grade in these subjects or additional credit in related subjects like Further Mathematics or ICT.
List of Nigerian Universities Offering Computer Science
Here are some universities in Nigeria that offer Computer Science as a degree program:
- University of Lagos (UNILAG)
- Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU)
- University of Ibadan (UI)
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU)
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
- Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
- Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)
- Lagos State University (LASU)
- University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
- Covenant University, Ota
- University of Benin (UNIBEN)
- Bayero University, Kano (BUK)
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK)
- University of Jos (UNIJOS)
- University of Calabar (UNICAL)
- Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)
- University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT)
- Ekiti State University (EKSU)
- Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU)
- Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo
These universities are accredited to offer Computer Science and provide a range of specializations such as Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Data Science. Each institution may have slight variations in requirements or specialization options, so candidates are encouraged to check specific details on the JAMB portal or the universities’ official websites.
