This entire page covers everything 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 the Social Sciences Faculty
The following are some of the courses under the faculty, Social Sciences Faculty, across Nigerian tertiary institutions:
- Actuarial Science
- Anthropology
- Criminology
- Criminology and Penology
- Criminology and Security Studies
- Demography and Social Statistics
- Economics
- Economics and Development Studies
- Economics and Operation Research
- Economics and Statistics
- Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurial Studies
- Entrepreneurship Studies and Innovation
- Environmental Protection and Resources Management
- Finance
- Geography
- Geography and Environmental Management
- Geography and Meteorology
- Geography and Regional Planning
- Geography and Planning
- Government and Public Administration
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Hotel Management and Tourism
- Human Resources Management
- Industrial and Labour Relations
- Industrial Relations
- Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
- Intelligence and Security Studies
- International Relations
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- International Relationship and Strategic Studies
- International Studies
- International Studies and Diplomacy
- International and Comparative Politics
- Management and Entrepreneurship
- Mass Communication
- Mass Communication and Media Technology
- Media and Communication Studies
- Office and Information Management
- Peace and Development Studies
- Peace and Conflict Studies
- Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Political Science and Diplomacy
- Political Science/International Law and Diplomacy
- Political Science and Administrative Studies
- Political Science and International Relations
- Political Science and Public Administration
- Political Science and International Studies
- Political Science and Conflict Resolution
- Political Science and Defence Studies
- Policy and Strategic Studies
- Policy and Administrative Studies
- Population Studies
- Public Administration
- Public Administration and Local Government
- Social Justice
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Taxation
- Transport Management
- Transport Planning and Management
- Tourism and Event Management
- Tourism Studies
- Management Information Systems (MIS)
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 but this might differ by institution and course.
List of Degree Awarding Institutions Offering Social Sciences
- Benson Idahosa University
- University of Benin
- University of Calabar
- Adamawa State University
- Ambrose Alli University
- Ajayi Crowther University
- Babcock University
- Bells University of Technology
- Bayero University Kano
- Benson Idahosa University
- Bingham University
- Bowen University
- Delta State University, Abraka
- Enugu State University Of Science And Technology
- Modibbo Adama University of Technology
- Gombe State University
- Olabisi Onabanjo University
- University of Ilorin
- Kaduna State University
- Niger Delta University
- Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Note that the above list does not communicate all the institutions offering Social Sciences in Nigeria.
JAMB UTME Subject Combinations for Social Sciences 2026
The subject combinations for studying Social Sciences are English Language, Mathematics and two Social Science subjects, depending on the University you are applying admission into.
Requirements for Direct Entry Candidates
Direct Entry requirements vary; typically, it is at least two (2) ‘A’ Level passes, including Economics. On the other hand, AAU accepts:
- BSc, BA or HND in another 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, 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 the 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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