JAMB 2025/2026 Subject Combination for Computer Science

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Computer Science is one of the most competitive and in-demand courses in Nigerian universities due to its relevance in technology, software development, data science, and artificial intelligence. To secure admission into a Computer Science program, candidates must meet the JAMB subject combination, O’Level requirements, and Direct Entry qualifications, and every other thing you need to know have been made available through this publication.

JAMB Subject Combination for Computer Science 2025

To study Computer Science in any Nigerian university, you must register for the following four (4) subjects in JAMB:

  1. English Language
  2. Mathematics
  3. Physics
  4. Any one of Chemistry, Biology, Economics, or Computer Studies

Note: Some universities prefer Economics or Computer Studies instead of Chemistry or Biology. Always check with your preferred institution.

Requirements for Computer Science O’Level

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Candidates must have at least five (5) credit passes in the following subjects:

  1. English Language
  2. Mathematics
  3. Physics
  4. Any two from Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Computer Studies, or Geography

Direct Entry Requirements for Computer Science

For candidates applying via Direct Entry, any of the following qualifications are required:

  1. A-Level passes in Mathematics and Physics (or any other science-related subject).
  2. OND, HND, or NCE in relevant fields such as Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electrical Engineering.
  3. A degree (B.Sc.) in a related discipline may also be considered for advanced placement.

Duration of the Computer Science Program 2025

  • The duration of a Computer Science degree in most Nigerian universities is 4 years for UTME candidates.
  • Direct Entry candidates may spend 3 year since they are starting from 200lvl
  • Graduates earn a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science.

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Top Nigerian Universities Offering Computer Science 2025

Here is a list of some institutions which we recommend to study Computer Science;

S/NNigerian Universities to Study Computer Science
1Covenant University, Ota
2Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA)
3Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife
4University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
5University of Lagos (UNILAG)
6Babcock University, Ogun State
7Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria
8Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)
9University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
10Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)

FAQs

Some universities allow Economics or Computer Studies instead of Physics, but it’s always best to confirm with your chosen university.

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Most universities set a cut-off mark between 230-260, but a higher score increases your admission chances.

Yes, most universities accept a combination of WAEC and NECO results if all required subjects are credited.

Yes, most universities conduct post-UTME or screening exercises before granting admission.

Yes, if you meet the subject and credit requirements, you may switch through an internal transfer process.

Graduates can work as software developers, data analysts, cybersecurity specialists, IT consultants, artificial intelligence engineers, and cloud computing experts.

No, Further Mathematics is not required, but it can be helpful in programming and algorithm development.

Yes, universities like Covenant University, Babcock University, and Nile University offer Computer Science programs.

Computer Science focuses on software development, algorithms, and computation, while Information Technology deals with the application of computing to business and networking.

No, Mathematics is a compulsory requirement for admission into Computer Science programs.

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