Plant Science and Biotechnology is an exciting field of study that combines the principles of plant biology and biotechnology to explore the diverse applications of plants in various industries.
If you’re interested in pursuing a career in this field in Nigeria, it’s important to know the admission requirements and universities offering this course.
In this blog post, we will provide you with comprehensive information on the subject combinations, admission requirements for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates, and the universities where you can study Plant Science and Biotechnology.
Subject Combinations for Plant Science and Biotechnology: Plant Science and Biotechnology can be studied under two different faculties: the Faculty of Agriculture and the Faculty of Sciences.
We will provide the subject combinations for both faculties:
- Plant Science and Biotechnology – Faculty of Sciences: The following universities offer Plant Science and Biotechnology under the Faculty of Sciences:
- Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State (AAUA)
- University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State (UNIBEN)
- Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue State (BSU)
- Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State
- Eastern Palm University, Ogboko, Imo State (EPU)
- Edo University, Iyamho, Edo State (EUI)
- Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State (FED-DUTSINMA)
- Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara State (FED-GUSAU)
- Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State (FED-OYE EKITI)
- University of Jos, Jos, Plateau State
- Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State
- University of Port-Harcourt, Rivers State (UNIPORT)
- Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State (UMUDIKE)
- Hezekiah University, Umudi, Imo State (UNIHEZ)
The O’Level subjects required for UTME candidates to be eligible to study Plant Science and Biotechnology are:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics
The JAMB UTME subject combination for Plant Science and Biotechnology includes:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Any other Science subject
For Direct Entry candidates, the requirements include two (2) A Level passes in Biology/Botany/Zoology and Chemistry or Physics.
- Plant Science and Biotechnology – Faculty of Agriculture: The following universities offer Plant Science and Biotechnology under the Faculty of Agriculture:
- Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State (ABSU)
- Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt (RSUST)
The O’Level subjects required for UTME candidates are:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Biology or Agricultural Science
- Any other subject
The JAMB UTME subject combination for Plant Science and Biotechnology in the Faculty of Agriculture includes:
- Chemistry
- Biology or Agricultural Science
- Physics or Mathematics
- English Language (Compulsory for all courses)
For Direct Entry candidates, the requirements include two (2) A Level passes in Chemistry and any of Biology, Zoology, Botany, and Agricultural Science.
Conclusion
If you aspire to study Plant Science and Biotechnology in Nigeria, it’s important to understand the subject combinations and admission requirements for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates.
We have provided you with a list of universities offering this course under the Faculties of Sciences and Agriculture, along with their preferred requirements.
Ensure you meet these requirements to successfully apply for admission and embark on a rewarding journey in the field of Plant Science and Biotechnology.