Are you interested in pursuing a degree in Mining Engineering at a higher institution in Nigeria?
If so, you’ve come to the right place.
This page provides all the essential information and requirements you need to know, including subject combinations, direct entry requirements, universities offering the course, and potential career opportunities.
To begin with, Mining Engineering falls under the faculty of Engineering, Environment & Technology and is exclusively available to students with a science background.
Unfortunately, commercial or art students are not eligible for this course.
Let’s start with the WAEC subject combinations necessary to study Mining Engineering. You are required to have credit passes in five O’level subjects, which can be obtained through NECO, GCE, or WAEC.
The following subjects are essential:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- English Language
- Any other science subject
Keep in mind that UNIJOS (University of Jos) requires a credit pass in Further Mathematics as an additional or fifth subject. All the credits should be obtained in a single sitting.
Moving on to the JAMB subject combinations, it’s crucial to know that the cut-off mark for Mining Engineering is 180 for universities. However, we strongly recommend aiming for a score of 200 or above to increase your chances of admission.
The JAMB subject combinations for Mining Engineering are as follows:
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
Remember, JAMB UTME is not the only pathway to gaining admission to higher institutions in Nigeria. You can also explore options such as IJBM, JUBEB, ND, or Predegree programs.
If you’re considering Direct Entry to pursue Mining Engineering, here are the requirements you need to fulfill:
- ‘A’ level passes in any two of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- ND (upper credit) in Mining Engineering/Mineral Resources and Geological Study, along with the O’level requirements.
For special considerations and waivers, UNIJOS requires two ‘A’ level or IJMB passes in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. They also accept ND credit in Mining Engineering/Mineral Resources Engineering or any related program from a recognized institution, as well as an O’level credit pass in Mathematics.
FUTA (Federal University of Technology, Akure) accepts ND upper credit or its equivalent in Mineral Resources Engineering, Mining, or related programs from recognized institutions. They also consider good ‘A’ level passes or their equivalent in at least two of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Here are the universities in Nigeria that offer Mining Engineering:
- Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Kaduna State
- Federal University of Technology (FUTA), Akure, Ondo State
- University of Jos, Jos, Plateau State
With a degree in Mining Engineering, you can explore various career opportunities in the field. Some potential work areas include mining companies, consulting firms, research institutions, government agencies, and environmental management companies.
Conclusion
if you aspire to study Mining Engineering in Nigeria, this blog post provides you with all the necessary information and requirements.
Remember to carefully fulfill the subject combinations, aim for a competitive JAMB score, and consider alternative admission pathways. Good luck with your academic journey!