WAEC & JAMB Subjects to Study Agricultural Economics & Extension

If you have a passion for agriculture and want to contribute to the development of the agricultural sector in Nigeria, studying Agricultural Economics and Extension can be a great choice.

This blog post provides you with all the essential information about the subject, including the required subjects for admission, universities offering the program, and the potential career opportunities in this field.

O’Level Subjects & Requirements:

To apply for Agricultural Economics and Extension in any Nigerian university, you need to have at least five (5) SSCE credit passes in the following subjects:

1. Biology/Agricultural Science
2. English Language
3. Mathematics
4. Chemistry
5. One of Geography, Physics, or Economics

Please note that these subject requirements apply to WAEC, GCE, NECO, and equivalent exams.

However there are some universities with specific waivers or additional requirements:

• OOU and EBSU require an ‘O’ level credit in Physics.
• UNIBEN accepts Further Mathematics and Statistics. They also require an ‘O’ level pass in Physics and Biology if the candidate has an ‘O’ level credit in Agricultural Science.
• FUNAAB requires an ‘O’ level pass in Physics, and candidates with an ‘O’ level pass in Biology must also have an ‘O’ level credit pass in Agricultural Science.
• DELSU accepts an ‘O’ level pass in the English Language.
• MOUA and FUAM accept an ‘O’ level pass in Physics.
• LANDMARK requires an ‘O’ level pass in Physics and an ‘O’ level credit pass in Biology/Agricultural Science.

JAMB Subjects:

In the JAMB UTME examination, you are required to take three compulsory subjects for Agricultural Economics and Extension:

1. Biology/Agricultural Science
2. Chemistry
3. Mathematics or Physics

To have a better chance of admission, aim for a JAMB score of 200 and above.

Direct Entry Requirements:

If you are applying for direct entry to study Agricultural Economics and Extension, you should meet the following criteria:

• Two (2) ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry and one of Botany/Zoology/Biology/Agricultural Science, Physics, Geography, Mathematics, Geology, Health Science, or Economics.

Please note that specific universities may have additional requirements or waivers for direct entry candidates.

Universities in Nigeria Offering Agricultural Economics and Extension:

Here is a list of universities in Nigeria that offer Agricultural Economics and Extension:

1. Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State (AAU)
2. Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State (ABSU)
3. Adamawa State University, Mubi, Adamawa State (ADSU)
4. Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot-Akpaden, Akwa Ibom State (AKSU)
5. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Bauchi State
6. Bayero University, Kano, Kano State
7. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State (COOU)
8. Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State (EBSU)
9. Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State (EKSU)
10. Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Enugu State (ESUTECH)
11. Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi, Benue State
12. Federal University of Technology, Minna, Niger State
13. Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State (JABU)
14. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, Niger State (LAPAI)
15. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Oyo State (LAUTECH)
16. Modibo Adama University of Technology, Yola, Adamawa State (MAUTY)
17. Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State
18. Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt, Rivers State (RSUST)
19. Taraba State University, Jalingo, Taraba State (TSUJ)
20. University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State (UNIUYO)
21. University of Port-Harcourt, Rivers State (UNIPORT)
22. University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State (UNICAL)

Career Opportunities:

Upon completing a degree in Agricultural Economics and Extension, you can explore various career options in both the public and private sectors. Some of the potential job roles include:

1. Farm Manager
2. Accountant
3. Agribusiness Manager
4. Commodity Broker
5. Research Assistant or Economist
6. Writer for Trade Journals and Magazines
7. Economist in Agricultural Research Institutes and Agro-Allied Companies

Conclusion

Studying Agricultural Economics and Extension in Nigeria can open up exciting career opportunities in the agricultural sector.

By meeting the required subject combinations and excelling in your exams, you can secure admission to one of the universities offering this program.

Remember to consider your interests and goals while making your career choices. Best of luck with your academic journey!