Despite scoring higher in your UTME, If you had not selected the relevant subjects, your chances of getting admitted will be reduced, hence for candidates aspiring to study Law, here is where you get to know about the right JAMB subject combination for Law 2025, the O’level requirements, and post-UTME qualifications.
JAMB Subject Combination for Law 2025
Candidates aspiring to student Law are to register for the following subjects during their registration for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME);
- English Language (Compulsory for all candidates in JAMB).
- Literature in English (Essential for understanding legal texts and principles).
- Government or History (To build foundational knowledge of governance and historical contexts).
- Any Other Social Science or Arts Subject (Options include CRS/IRS, Economics, or Geography).
Note: Mathematics is not required in JAMB for Law but is essential at the O’level.
O’Level Requirements for Law 2025
Aside selecting the relevant subjects needed for the UTME, you are also expected to have obtained a minimum of 5 credit passes in your O’level with the following subjects
- English Language
- Literature in English
- Mathematics
- Government or History
- Any Other Social Science or Arts Subject
Also, these credit passes must not be obtain in more than two sittings.
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Direct Entry Requirements 2025
For the direct entry candidates, you are required to be in possession of any of the following requirements;
- A-Level: At least two passes in Arts or Social Science subjects, including Literature in English.
- Diploma or NCE: A relevant qualification in Law or related disciplines.
- B.Sc.: A first degree in related fields may also be considered.
Duration of Law Program
The Law program typically lasts for 5 years in Nigerian universities, culminating in the award of a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree. After this, graduates proceed to the Nigerian Law School for one year to qualify as Barristers and Solicitors. Along the line, you might as well need to serve the country through the NYSC program.
Top Universities Offering Law in Nigeria 2025
The following are some of the Nigerian universities which we recommend for studying Law;
| S/N | Degree Awarding Institutions for Law |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bayero University Kano (BUK) |
| 2 | University of Benin (UNIBEN) |
| 3 | Rivers State University (RSU) |
| 4 | Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) |
| 5 | University of Uyo (UNIUYO) |
| 6 | Lagos State University (LASU) |
| 7 | University of Lagos (UNILAG) |
| 8 | University of Ibadan (UI) |
| 9 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) |
| 10 | Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use CRS/IRS in place of Literature in English?
No, Literature in English is compulsory for Law in JAMB UTME.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Law?
The cut-off mark varies across universities but is typically between 270 - 300. Competitive universities may require higher scores.
Can I combine WAEC and NECO results for Law admission?
Yes, most Nigerian universities accept combined results, provided all required credits are obtained.
Is Mathematics compulsory for Law?
Yes, Mathematics is compulsory at the O’level but is not required in the JAMB UTME.
What if I don’t have a credit in Literature in English?
Without a minimum of a credit pass in Literature in English, you are ineligible for admission into the Law program.
Is Law considered an Arts or Social Science course?
Law is classified as an Arts course but integrates elements of Social Sciences.
Are post-UTME exams required for Law?
Yes, most universities such as UNILAG require candidates to pass post-UTME exams or screening for admission into the Law program.
Can I switch to Law from another course?
Yes, switching is possible, but you must meet the requirements for Law, including O’level, relevant UTME subjects, as well as the requirements for the course you are switching to.
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