JAMB 2026/2027 Brochure for Social Sciences

This entire page covers all which you need to know about the 2026/2027 JAMB brochure for Social Sciences, including the UTME subject combinations for each of the courses, DE requirements, O’Level, and others.

Courses Under Social Sciences Faculty

The following are some of the courses under the faculty, Social Sciences Faculty across Nigerian tertiary institutions;

1. Accounting
2. Accountancy/Finance/Accounting
3. Accounting Management & Finance
4. Actuarial Science
5. Anthropology
6. Banking and Finance
7. Business Management/Management Sciences
8. Business Administration
9. Business and Entrepreneurial Studies
10. Criminology
11. Criminology and Penology
12. Criminology and Security Studies
13. Demography and Social Statistics
14. Economics
15. Economics and Development Studies
16. Economics and Operation Research
17. Economics and Statistics
18. Entrepreneurship
19. Entrepreneurial Studies
20. Entrepreneurship Studies and Innovation
21. Environmental Protection and Resources Management
22. Finance
23. Geography
24. Geography and Environmental Management
25. Geography and Meteorology
26. Geography and Regional Planning
27. Geography and Planning
28. Government and Public Administration
29. Hospitality and Tourism
30. Hospitality and Tourism Management
31. Hotel Management and Tourism
32. Human Resources Management
33. Industrial and Labour Relations
34. Industrial Relations
35. Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
36. Insurance
37. Intelligence and Security Studies
38. International Relations
39. International Relations and Diplomacy
40. International Relationship and Strategic Studies
41. International Studies
42. International Studies and Diplomacy
43. International and Comparative Politics
44. Library and Information Science
45. Library Science
46. Management and Entrepreneurship
47. Marketing
48. Marketing and Advertising
49. Mass Communication
50. Mass Communication and Media Technology
51. Media and Communication Studies
52. Office and Information Management
53. Peace and Development Studies
54. Peace and Conflict Studies
55. Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
56. Philosophy
57. Political Science
58. Political Science and Diplomacy
59. Political Science/International Law and Diplomacy
60. Political Science and Administrative Studies
61. Political Science and International Relations
62. Political Science and Public Administration
63. Political Science and International Studies
64. Political Science and Conflict Resolution
65. Political Science and Defence Studies
66. Policy and Strategic Studies
67. Policy and Administrative Studies
68. Population Studies
69. Psychology
70. Public Administration
71. Public Administration and Local Government
72. Religious Studies
73. Social Justice
74. Social Work
75. Sociology
76. Sociology and Anthropology
77. Taxation
78. Transport Management
79. Transport Planning and Management
80. Tourism and Event Management
81. Tourism Studies
82. Film and Video Studies
83. Management Information
84. Management and Entrepreneurship

O’Level Requirements for Social Sciences UTME Candidates

To study any Social Science course in Nigerian universities, candidates typically need five (5) SSCE credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, Economics and two (2) other relevant subjects.

List of Degree Awarding Institutions Offering Social Sciences

1. Benson Idahosa University
2. University of Benin
3. University of Calabar
4. Adamawa State University
5. Ambrose Alli University
6. Ajayi Crowther University
7. Babcock University
8. Bells University of Technology
9. Bayero University Kano
10. Benson Idahosa University
11. Bingham University
12. Bowen University
13. Delta State University, Abraka
14. Enugu State University Of Science And Technology
15. Modibbo Adama University of Technology
16. Gombe State University
17. Olabisi Onabanjo University
18. University of Ilorin
19. Kaduna State University
20. Niger Delta University
21. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Note the above list does not communicate the exact number of institutions offering Social Sciences in Nigeria.

JAMB UTME Subject Combinations for Social Sciences 2026

The subject combinations for studying Social Sciences is English Language, Mathematics and other two Social Science subjects depending on the university you are applying admission into.

Requirements for Direct Entry Candidates

Direct Entry requirements vary, the typical is at least two (2) ‘A’ Level
passes including Economics. On the other hand, AAU accepts;

• BSc, BA or HND in other programme; ND upper credit in Accounting; Foundation of ICAN
• ILORIN – For Accounting accepts at least three (3) ‘A’ level passes (not less than grade ’C’ (12 Points) including Accounting and at least one of Mathematics, Business Management, Economics, Statistics, Geography and Government.

This list, of course, it is not exhaustive.

Special Considerations on Brochure for Social Sciences 2026

• LAUTECH requires three (3) subjects from Physics, Chemistry or Biology/Agricultural Science
• JOS requires Principles of Accounting, Marketing, Finance, Economics, Government and Commerce
• UNN requires Government/History plus two (2) other subjects from social sciences or Arts.
• NDU requires five (5) ‘O’Level credit passes in English Language, Economics, and three (3) other subjects for Office Management Technology
• CUAB requires five (5) ‘O’ Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any two (2) of the following: Commerce, Geography and Statistics.
• FUNAAB requires two (2) ‘O’ Level credit passes from any of Principles of Account, Commerce, Government or Geography.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the Social Sciences section of the JAMB 2026/2027 brochure?

A: It is the part of the JAMB brochure that contains all approved Social Science courses offered in Nigerian universities, along with their O’Level requirements, UTME subject combinations, and special admission notes for each institution.

Q: Which courses fall under the Social Sciences category in the JAMB brochure?

A: Courses include Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Mass Communication, Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, International Relations, Criminology, Transport Management, and many others listed under the Social Sciences faculty.

Q: Does every Social Science course require Economics at O’Level?

A: No. While Economics is required for courses like Accounting and Business Administration, many others do not require Economics as a compulsory subject.

Q: Are Mathematics and English compulsory for all Social Science courses?

A: Yes. English Language is compulsory for all JAMB candidates, and Mathematics is required for all Social Science programmes at the O’Level.

Q: Where can I find each school’s specific requirements for Social Science courses?

A: The brochure lists institution-by-institution details for every Social Science course. Candidates can check the page for each course and scroll to see all universities offering it and their unique conditions or subject variations.

Q: Do Social Science courses have a uniform UTME subject combination?

A: No. Some courses require Government, others require Economics (e.g., Accounting), and some require Literature in English, so always confirm in the brochure for your specific course.

Q: What O’Level result format is accepted for Social Science admissions?

A: Candidates can use WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB results, as long as they present five credit passes including English and Mathematics in not more than two sittings, depending on the institution.

Q: How does the brochure help with choosing the right Social Science course?

A: It helps you compare O’Level requirements, UTME subject combinations, and special considerations across universities so you can choose the course and school that best match your qualifications.

Q: Are there special requirements for competitive Social Science courses?

A: Yes. Courses like Mass Communication, Accounting, Economics, and International Relations may require higher scores and stricter O’Level combinations.

Q: Does the JAMB brochure include Direct Entry requirements for Social Sciences?

A: Yes. Each course page in the brochure includes Direct Entry requirements such as A-Level passes, ND/NCE qualifications, and relevant certifications for candidates applying without UTME.

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