If you have a keen interest in agricultural economics and extension and aspire to pursue it as a course in a higher institution in Nigeria, you’ve come to the right place.
In this blog post, we will provide you with valuable information about the subject combination, O’level requirements, JAMB UTME subjects, and direct entry requirements for Agricultural Economics and Extension.
By understanding these prerequisites, you can increase your chances of securing admission into a reputable university in Nigeria.
O’Level Requirements for Agricultural Economics and Extension:
To be eligible for Agricultural Economics and Extension, commonly known as WAEC subject combination, you must possess a minimum of five (5) credit passes in the following subjects:
- Mathematics
- Use of English Language
- Chemistry
- Biology/Agricultural Science
- One (1) of Geography, Economics, or Physics
Special Considerations (Waivers):Several universities have specific requirements or waivers for Agricultural Economics and Extension. Here are some noteworthy considerations:
- ESUTECH requires at least a pass in ‘O’ level Physics.
- UNICAL requires an ‘O’ level credit in Physics.
- RSUST requires an ‘O’ level credit in Agric. Science with at least an O’level pass in Biology. They also require O’level credit passes in Mathematics, Chemistry, and Economics.
- FUTMINNA, FUTA, and CRUTECH accept a pass in Physics and fulfill UTME requirements.
- ABSU requires 5 SSC credit passes in Mathematics, English Language, Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry, and one of Economics or Physics.
JAMB UTME Subject Combination:
To sit for the JAMB UTME examination for Agricultural Economics and Extension, you must select the following three (3) subjects:
- Chemistry
- Mathematics/Physics
- Biology/Agricultural Science
Special Considerations (Waivers): Some universities have specific subject requirements for JAMB UTME:
- JABU requires an ‘O’ level pass in Physics.
- MAUTY requires Agricultural Science/Biology and any other 2 of Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, and Economics.
- FUTA requires Chemistry, English Language, Biology/Agric. Science, and either Economics or Mathematics.
- UNICAL and TSUJ require Chemistry, English Language, Biology/Agric. Science, and either Physics or Mathematics. TSUJ also accepts Economics.
Direct Entry Requirements:
For admission through Direct Entry, ensure you meet the following criteria:
- Possession of 2 ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry and 1 of Geography, Botany/Zoology/Agricultural Science/Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, Geology, or Health Science.
Special Considerations (Waivers): Various universities offer waivers or special considerations for Direct Entry:
- ABSU accepts ND/HND at credit level.
- UNICAL accepts HND, ND/NCE merit. However, they don’t accept IJMB and require at least an ‘O’ level pass in Physics.
- MAUTY accepts GCE ‘A’ Level passes in Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science, ND in Agriculture, IJMB, or HND with specific credit passes in relevant subjects.
- LAUTECH accepts ND upper credit/HND/NCE at credit level in relevant subjects in addition to UTME requirements.
Conclusion
Embarking on a journey in Agricultural Economics and Extension requires meeting specific requirements and subject combinations.
By carefully considering the O’level requirements, JAMB UTME subjects, and Direct Entry prerequisites, you can prepare yourself for a successful application to universities offering this program in Nigeria.
Remember to aim for higher scores in your UTME and Direct Entry examinations to increase your chances of gaining admission into your preferred institution.
Good luck with your academic pursuits in the field of Agricultural Economics and Extension!