If you are interested in pursuing a career in Biomedical Engineering/Technology and planning to apply to Nigerian universities, it is essential to understand the admission requirements for this field of study.
This article provides an overview of the O’Level subjects, JAMB subject combination, and Direct Entry (DE) admission requirements for Biomedical Engineering/Technology.
Additionally, a list of universities in Nigeria offering this course will be provided.
O’Level Subjects & Requirements:
To be eligible for admission to study Biomedical Engineering/Technology, you need to have at least five (5) credit passes in the following O’Level subjects:
- Biology
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- English Language
Please note that these O’Level subject requirements apply to examinations such as WAEC, NECO, GCE, and their equivalents.
JAMB Subject Combination:
During your JAMB UTME examination, you will be tested on the following three (3) compulsory subjects related to Biomedical Engineering/Technology:
- Biology
- Physics
- Chemistry
Direct Entry (DE) Admission Requirements:
If you wish to apply for Direct Entry admission to study Biomedical Engineering/Technology in Nigerian universities, you must meet the following requirements:
- Possess two (2) ‘A’ level passes, one of which must be in Chemistry, and the other in Physics, Biology/Botany/Zoology, or Mathematics.
Waiver/Special Requirements:
- FUTO requires at least an ‘A’ level pass (not below ‘C’) in Physics and any two (2) of Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology. They also accept HND/ND upper credits in fields such as Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Candidates must also satisfy the UTME requirements. FUTO does not accept NCE or first-degree qualifications.
List of Universities in Nigeria Offering Biomedical Engineering/Technology:
- Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State (ABUAD)
- Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State
- Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State
- University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State
- University of Lagos, Lagos State (UNILAG)
- Technical University, Ibadan, Oyo State (TECH-IBADAN)
Biomedical Engineering (B.Eng.) and Biomedical Technology (B.Tech.) are offered at the following universities:
- Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)
- Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)
Conclusion
When aspiring to study Biomedical Engineering/Technology in Nigerian universities, it is crucial to meet the specified admission requirements.
Ensure you have the required O’Level subjects, choose the appropriate JAMB subject combination, and satisfy the Direct Entry requirements if applicable.
By understanding these criteria, you can confidently apply for admission to pursue your academic and professional goals in the field of Biomedical Engineering/Technology.