The Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) conducts matriculation examinations for entry into tertiary learning institutions in Nigeria. It also selects qualified candidates for placement in the universities.
For a candidate to take a Political Science course in a university through JAMB, they must pass the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) with the right subject combinations.
UTME subject combination for political science
What are the four subjects in JAMB for Political Science? You should register for the following subjects to qualify for a Political Science course at a university.
- English
- Government
- History/Literature in English
- Economics/Commerce/Mathematics
For a direct entry, a candidate must have two A Level passes, which include Government or History. Alternatively, a candidate can have five SSC credit passes in Government or History, English, and three other subjects. Additionally, a pass in mathematics is required.
O’Level subjects for Political Science
A candidate sitting for the O’Level examinations should have credit passes in the following subjects to qualify for a degree programme in Political Science.
- English
- Mathematics
- Government or Civic Education
- Economics or Commerce
- History or Literature in English
Other best subject combinations for Political Science
Regardless of the subject combination you settle for, make sure it has English, Government, other relevant arts or social sciences. You should also confirm the specific requirements of the institution you intend to join.
What are other JAMB subject combinations for Political Science and International Relations? Besides the above subject combinations, a candidate may also opt for the following subject combinations to pursue a degree in the course.
- English, Government, Mathematics, Commerce
- English, Government, Civic Education, Literature in English
- English, Government, Geography or Physics, Economics
- English, Government, Literature in English, CRK/IRS
