If you want to study Crop Science in a Nigerian university, one of the first things you need to know is the correct JAMB subject combination.
Choosing the wrong subjects can affect your admission. It may also force you to change your course or institution later.
This guide explains the JAMB subject combination for Crop Science, WAEC requirements, Direct Entry requirements, and the universities listed in the supplied material as offering Crop Science.
JAMB Subject Combination for Crop Science
Table of Interests
The UTME subject combination stated in the supplied material is:
- Chemistry
- Biology or Agricultural Science
- Mathematics or Physics
In short:
Chemistry + Biology/Agriculture + Mathematics/Physics
This is the key JAMB subject combination for Crop Science in the source material.
WAEC Requirements for Crop Science
The supplied requirements state that candidates should have five SSC credit passes.
These should include:
- Chemistry
- Biology or Agricultural Science
- Mathematics
- One Science or Social Science subject
- At least an O’Level pass in Physics
Therefore, candidates should check their WAEC, NECO or equivalent O’Level result carefully before applying.
Direct Entry Requirements for Crop Science
The Direct Entry requirement stated in the source is:
Two A-Level passes in:
- Chemistry; and
- Biology, Agricultural Science, Botany or Zoology
OR
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Economics
Candidates applying through Direct Entry should also check the current JAMB brochure and the specific requirements of their preferred university.
Why You Need the Correct JAMB Subject Combination
Many students choose their JAMB subjects before they fully understand the requirements of their chosen course.
This can cause problems during admission.
For example, a student who wants to study Crop Science but chooses an unrelated UTME combination may later discover that the subjects do not meet the course requirements.
This can lead to a change of course or institution.
It is better to check your requirements before you register for JAMB.
You can also check:
What You Will Learn in This Article
This article covers:
- JAMB subject combination for Crop Science
- WAEC requirements for Crop Science
- O’Level requirements for Crop Science
- Direct Entry requirements for Crop Science
- Universities offering Crop Science
- Important JAMB resources for admission seekers
If Crop Science is your preferred course, read the requirements carefully before completing your JAMB registration.
List of Universities Offering Crop Science
The supplied material lists the following institutions among those offering Crop Science:
- Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State – AAU
- Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State – ABSU
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State – ABU
- Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State – ABUAD
- University of Abuja, Abuja, FCT – UNIABUJA
- Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna – AFIT
- Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo – AJAYI
- Akwa Ibom State University – AKSU
- Adeleke University, Ede – AUE
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi – ATBU
- Bayero University, Kano – BAYERO
- Baze University, Abuja – BAZE
- Bells University of Technology, Ota – BELLS
- University of Benin, Benin City – UNIBEN
- Benson Idahosa University, Benin City – BIU
- Caritas University, Enugu – CARITAS
- Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University – COOU
- Covenant University – COVENANT
- Cross River University of Technology – CRUTECH
- Delta State University, Abraka – DELSU
- Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti – EKSU
- Elizade University – ELIZADE
- Edo University, Iyamho – EUI
- Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike – FED-NDUFU
- Federal University, Otuoke – FED-OTUOKE
- Federal University, Oye-Ekiti – FED-OYE EKITI
- Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta – FUNAAB
- Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun – FUPRE
- Federal University of Technology, Akure – FUTA
- Federal University of Technology, Owerri – FUTO
- Gregory University, Uturu – GREGORY
- University of Ibadan – IBADAN
- Igbinedion University, Okada – IGBINEDION
- University of Ilorin – ILORIN
- Imo State University – IMSU
- University of Jos – JOS
- Kaduna Polytechnic – KADPOLY-ABU
- Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero – KSUSTA
- Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil – KUST
- Kwara State University, Malete – KWASU
- University of Lagos – UNILAG
- Landmark University – LANDMARK
- Lagos State University – LASU
- Ladoke Akintola University of Technology – LAUTECH
- Madonna University – MADONNA
- University of Maiduguri – MAIDUGURI
- Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi
- Nigerian Maritime University – MARITIME-UNI
- Modibbo Adama University – MAUTY
- Federal University of Technology, Minna – MINNA
- Nigerian Army University, Biu – NAUB
- Nigerian Defence Academy – NDA
- Niger Delta University – NDU
- Obafemi Awolowo University – OAU
- Oduduwa University – ODUDUWA
- Federal Polytechnic, Offa – OFFA-DEG
- Olabisi Onabanjo University – OOU
- Ondo State University of Science and Technology – OSUSTECH
- University of Port Harcourt – PHC
- Rivers State University – RSUST
- Technical University, Ibadan
- Taraba State University – TSUJ
- Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto – UDU
- Usmanu Danfodiyo University eLearning – UDU-ELUON
- Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike – UMUDIKE
- Osun State University – UNIOSUN
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka – UNIZIK
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka – UNN
- University of Uyo – UYO
Top Universities Offering Crop Science
The supplied material specifically highlights:
Rivers State University
Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt, Rivers State – RSUST
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State – UNN
These are the two institutions identified under the Top Universities Offering Crop Science section of the source.
UTME Requirements for Crop Science
The stated UTME requirement is:
Five SSC credit passes to include:
- Chemistry
- Biology or Agricultural Science
- Mathematics
- One Science or Social Science subject
- At least an O’Level pass in Physics
This means your O’Level result should be checked carefully before you apply.
Direct Entry Requirement for Crop Science
For Direct Entry, the stated requirement is:
Two A-Level passes in Chemistry and Biology/Agricultural Science/Botany/Zoology or Physics/Mathematics/Economics.
Candidates should confirm the exact combination accepted by their preferred university before completing Direct Entry registration.
JAMB Subject Combination for Crop Science
The required UTME combination stated in the source is:
Chemistry + Biology/Agricultural Science + Mathematics/Physics
This means you should choose:
Chemistry
plus
Biology or Agricultural Science
plus
Mathematics or Physics
when registering for JAMB for Crop Science, subject to the current JAMB brochure and your chosen institution’s requirements.
Quick Summary of Crop Science Requirements
| Admission Requirement | Crop Science |
|---|---|
| JAMB Subject 1 | Chemistry |
| JAMB Subject 2 | Biology/Agricultural Science |
| JAMB Subject 3 | Mathematics/Physics |
| O’Level | Five SSC credit passes |
| O’Level Subjects | Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science, Mathematics and one Science/Social Science subject |
| Physics | At least an O’Level pass |
| Direct Entry | Two A-Level passes in the stated relevant subjects |
Prepare for JAMB With the O3SCHOOLS JAMB App
If you are preparing for JAMB, you can use the O3SCHOOLS JAMB App to practise.
O3SCHOOLS JAMB App for Android:
The supplied article also encourages candidates to practise and prepare well for JAMB.
Check the JAMB Brochure
Before you register, check the JAMB brochure for Crop Science.
The brochure can help you confirm course requirements, subject combinations, remarks and possible university-specific conditions.
Do not rely on an old subject combination without checking the current requirements for your chosen institution.
Important JAMB Resources
You may also find these resources useful when preparing for admission:
- JAMB Cut-Off Marks for Universities and Polytechnics
- Universities in Nigeria That Do Not Require JAMB Result
- JAMB Point System and Calculator
- JAMB Change of Course and Institution
- How to Print Original JAMB Result Slip
- JAMB Admission Letter Printing
- JAMB Admission Status Portal
- How to Check JAMB Result Online
- JAMB Result Checker
- How to Score 300 and Above in JAMB
- JAMB Subject Combinations for All Courses
- How to Create Your JAMB Profile
- How to Create a Gmail Account for Your JAMB Profile
Frequently Asked Questions About Crop Science
What is the JAMB subject combination for Crop Science?
The stated JAMB subject combination for Crop Science is Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science, and Mathematics/Physics.
Is Chemistry compulsory for Crop Science?
Yes. Chemistry is listed as the first UTME subject in the supplied requirement.
Can I use Agricultural Science instead of Biology?
The supplied requirement states Biology/Agriculture, so Agricultural Science is included as an option.
Can I use Physics instead of Mathematics?
The supplied UTME combination states Mathematics or Physics as the third subject.
What are the WAEC requirements for Crop Science?
The stated requirement is five SSC credit passes, including Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science, Mathematics and one Science/Social Science subject, with at least an O’Level pass in Physics.
What are the Direct Entry requirements for Crop Science?
The supplied material states that candidates need two A-Level passes in Chemistry and Biology/Agricultural Science/Botany/Zoology or Physics/Mathematics/Economics.
Which universities are highlighted as top universities for Crop Science?
The supplied material highlights Rivers State University and University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
Final Advice for Crop Science Candidates
If you want to study Crop Science, do not wait until after JAMB registration to check your subjects.
Start with your preferred university. Check its current requirements. Then compare them with the JAMB brochure and your O’Level subjects.
The key JAMB combination stated in this guide is:
Chemistry + Biology/Agricultural Science + Mathematics/Physics
The stated O’Level requirement is:
Five SSC credit passes including Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science, Mathematics and one Science/Social Science subject, with at least an O’Level pass in Physics.
For Direct Entry, the stated requirement is:
Two A-Level passes in the relevant subjects listed above.
Always confirm the current requirements before submitting your JAMB or Direct Entry application.
That is the much we can take on the topic:
“JAMB Subject Combination to Study Crop Science & WAEC Requirements”.
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