JAMB 2025/2026 Subject Combination for Information Technology

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To secure admission into a Nigerian tertiary institution to study Information Technology, candidates must select the right JAMB subject combination, meet the O’level requirements, and Direct Entry qualifications (only for DE candidates). Prospective students are hereby urge to thoroughly read through this publication to gain proper insights of the subject requirements and every other details worth knowing.

JAMB Subject Combination for Information Technology 2025

Studying Information Technology in any Nigerian institution will require you selecting the following subjects while registering for JAMB UTME;

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

You might have already noticed that some universities prefer Economics or Computer Studies, while others may accept Biology or Chemistry, so check the specific requirements of your chosen institution before you proceed.

SSCE Requirements for Information Technology Candidates

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Generally, it is a requirement that must be met by candidates which is possessing a minimum of 5 credits in not more than two sittings of their SSCE. The credit passes are a must for the subjects given below;

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

Direct Entry Requirements for Information Technology

As a direct entry applicant, possessing any of the following requirements should qualify you to apply for admission, aspiring to study Information Technology;

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

Duration of the Information Technology Program 2025

It usually requires 4 years for students (UTME candidates) to fully study Information Technology in most Nigerian universities. Direct Entry candidates most at times spend 3 years, and both set of graduates earn Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Information Technology.

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Top Nigerian Universities Offering Information Technology 2025

Some of the universities which are most sought after for Information Technology are as follows;

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S/NNigerian Universities to Study Information Technology
1Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
2Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria
3Bells University of Technology, Ota
4University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
5Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja
6Babcock University, Ogun State
7Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA)
8American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola
9University of Lagos (UNILAG)
10Covenant University, Ota

FAQs

Some universities accept Computer Science or Economics instead of Physics, but it is always best to confirm with your chosen university.

Most universities set a cut-off mark between 180-220, but a higher score increases admission chances.

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

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

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

Graduates can work as software developers, network engineers, cybersecurity specialists, IT consultants, database administrators, and web developers.

No, but having Further Mathematics knowledge can be helpful in programming and data science.

Yes, many private universities, such as Covenant University, Babcock University, and AUN, offer Information Technology.

Computer Science focuses more on programming and algorithms, while Information Technology deals with applying computing solutions to business and communication problems.

No, Mathematics is a compulsory requirement for admission into Information Technology programs in Nigerian universities.

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