Library and Information Science – Subjects and Admission Requirements

Library and Information Science is an academic field that focuses on the organization, management, and dissemination of information in various formats.

If you are interested in pursuing a degree in Library and Information Science in Nigeria, it is important to be aware of the admission requirements set by universities and polytechnics.

In this article, we will discuss the necessary qualifications and subject combinations needed to gain admission into these institutions.

Universities Offering Library and Information Science:

Here is a list of universities in Nigeria that offer Library and Information Science:

1. Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, Oyo State
2. Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Kwara State
3. Bauchi State University, Gadau, Bauchi State
4. Baze University, Abuja, FCT
5. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State
6. Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State
7. Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State
8. Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State
9. Koladaisi University, Ibadan, Oyo State
10. Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil, Kano State
11. University of Abuja, Abuja, FCT
12. University of Port-Harcourt, Rivers State
13. Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State
14. Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State
15. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State
16. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Bauchi State
17. Bayero University, Kano, Kano State
18. University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State
19. Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State
20. Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue State
21. University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State
22. Delta State University, Abraka, Delta State
23. College of Education, Ankpa, Kogi State (Affiliated to ATBU, Bauchi)
24. Federal College of Education (Tech.), Umunze, Anambra State
25. Federal College of Education, Zaria, Kaduna State (Affiliated to ABU, Zaria)
26. Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State
27. Enugu State College of Education (Tech), Enugu (Affiliated to Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka)
28. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
29. Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
30. Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State
31. University of Jos, Jos, Plateau State
32. Kogi State University, Anyigba, Kogi State
33. Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero, Kebbi State
34. Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara State
35. Kwara State College of Education (Technical), Lafiagi (Affiliated to ABU, Zaria)
36. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger State
37. Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State
38. Madonna University, Elele, Rivers State
39. Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano, Kano State
40. Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, Ogun State
41. Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina, Katsina State
42. Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun State
43. University of Nigeria Nsukka, Enugu State

UTME Admission Requirements:

To be eligible for admission into Library and Information Science programs through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), candidates must meet the following requirements:

O’Level Subjects and Requirements:

Candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) credit passes in the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) or its equivalent. The credit passes must include English Language, Mathematics, and any other three (3) Arts or Social Science subjects.

JAMB UTME Subject Combination & Requirements:

Candidates are required to take four (4) compulsory subjects in their JAMB UTME, which include English Language and any three (3) Arts or Social Science subjects. It is crucial to aim for good scores in these subjects to increase chances of admission.

Direct Entry Admission Requirements:

Candidates who intend to apply for Library and Information Science through Direct Entry must fulfill the following requirements:

a) Two (2) A Level passes in relevant subjects. b) National Certificate in Education (NCE) or National Diploma (ND) in relevant subjects/programs.

Polytechnics/Monotechnics Offering Library and Information Science:

In addition to universities, several polytechnics and monotechnics in Nigeria offer Library and Information Science programs. Here are some of them:

1. Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital
2. Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital
3. Benue State Polytechnic
4. College of Agriculture, Lafia
5. Federal Polytechnic, Nekede
6. Federal Polytechnic, Mubi
7. Federal Polytechnic, Idah
8. Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro
9. Federal Polytechnic, Offa
10. Jigawa State Institute Of Information Technology
11. Kaduna Polytechnic
12. Mai Idris Alooma Polytechnic
13. Rufus Giwa Polytechnic

O’Level Subjects and Requirements:

Candidates applying to these polytechnics are required to have five (5) credit passes in subjects including English Language, Mathematics, and any three (3) other subjects from a list of options such as History, Economics/Commerce, Literature in English, Fine Arts, Government, Basic Electricity, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Typewriting, and Commerce/Principles of Accounting.

JAMB UTME Subject Combination & Requirements:

Candidates must sit for JAMB UTME and choose three (3) subjects from Arts, Social Science, or Physical Science disciplines.

Conclusion

If you aspire to study Library and Information Science in Nigeria, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the admission requirements set by universities and polytechnics.

Meeting the O’Level subject requirements and obtaining a good score in the JAMB UTME will increase your chances of securing admission into your preferred institution.

Ensure you consult the official admission brochures and websites of the respective institutions for up-to-date information on specific entry requirements and guidelines.