JAMB Subject Combination for Soil Science
Are you interested in studying Soil Science at the university? If yes, there are certain admission requirements you need to meet before you can be considered for admission.
Soil Science is a course that focuses on the study of soil, its properties, fertility and how it supports plant growth and agricultural production. The course also covers areas such as soil management, conservation and the proper use of soil for sustainable agriculture.
This article provides the important admission requirements you need to study Soil Science, including the JAMB Subject Combination for Soil Science, JAMB cut-off mark, O’Level requirements, Direct Entry requirements and the list of universities offering the course in Nigeria.
JAMB Subject Combination for Soil Science
The JAMB subject combination is one of the requirements candidates need to get right when registering for the UTME. The JAMB subject combination for Soil Science is:-
- English
- Chemistry
- Biology or Agricultural Science
- Mathematics or Physics
Candidates should make sure they choose the correct subjects during JAMB registration because using the wrong combination may affect their eligibility for admission.
JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Soil Science
The JAMB cut-off mark is another important requirement candidates need to check when applying to study Soil Science. The minimum cut-off mark set by JAMB is 150. However, scoring 150 does not guarantee admission, as universities may set their own cut-off marks depending on their admission requirements and the level of competition.
Candidates interested in studying Soil Science should therefore aim for a good JAMB score to improve their chances of gaining admission.
O’Level Requirements for Soil Science
Candidates who want to study Soil Science are required to have at least five credit passes in their WAEC, NECO or equivalent O’Level result. The required subjects are:-
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Biology or Agricultural Science
- Any other Science subject
Candidates should also check the specific O’Level requirements of their preferred university before applying.
Direct Entry Requirements for Soil Science
Candidates seeking admission to study Soil Science through Direct Entry are required to have:
- Two A Level passes in Chemistry and one of Zoology, Botany, Agricultural Science, Biology, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Geology, Economics or Health Science.
Candidates applying through Direct Entry should also confirm that their qualifications are accepted by their preferred institution before applying.
List of Universities Offering Soil Science
Soil Science is offered by a number of universities in Nigeria. Below are the universities currently offering the course:-
- Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State
- Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
- Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot-Akpaden, Akwa Ibom State
- University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State
- University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State
- Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State
- Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State
- Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State
- Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, Benue State
- Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola, Adamawa State
- Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State
- Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
- Salem University, Lokoja, Kogi State
- Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State
- University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
If you are planning to study Soil Science, make sure you meet all the admission requirements before applying. Pay particular attention to your JAMB subject combination and O’Level requirements, as these are important parts of the admission process.
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