JAMB Subject Combination for Music 2025 – Music is more than just entertainment; it is a vital part of human culture, communication, and identity. Pursuing a degree in Music allows students to explore sound in its many forms, from traditional African music to classical, jazz, and modern digital production. Universities in Nigeria now offer structured Music programs that develop talent and prepare students for careers in performance, teaching, production, and research.
Before you can access these opportunities, however, you must fulfill the admission requirements set by JAMB. One of the most critical of these is selecting the correct JAMB Subject Combination for Music during registration. This ensures your eligibility for admission and aligns your academic background with the core areas of the Music curriculum at the university level.
JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Music
To register for Music in the JAMB UTME, you must select:
- Use of English (mandatory for all courses)
- Music
- One other Arts subject
- Any additional subject
Specific universities may require slightly different combinations—for instance:
- LASU: Music + any two other subjects
- University of Ibadan & UNIZIK: any three Arts/Social Science subjects
- Bowen University: Music + Literature in English or CRS
O’Level (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) Requirements
To satisfy O’Level requirements, candidates should have at least five credit passes in:
- English Language (mandatory)
- Music
- Literature in English
- Plus two other Arts or Social Science subjects
However, some universities offer flexibility:
- UI and OAU: Music pass not compulsory—other Arts/Humanities/sciences accepted
- UNIUYO, UNIPORT, UNIJOS: Allow Grade V music certificates (e.g., ABRSM, MUSON) in lieu of credit pass
Direct Entry Requirements
For Direct Entry into 200-level Music programmes, typical qualifications include:
- Two A‑level passes, one of which must be Music
- National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Music/Music Technology with Upper Credit
- Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) (Merit) with Music and another Arts subject
- Grade V or higher music certificates (ABRSM, MUSON) paired with equivalent qualifications.
General Admission Requirements for Studying Music
- Candidates must possess a minimum of 5 credit passes in including English Language and Mathematics in SSCE/GCE/NECO/NABTEB or its equivalent in not more than two sittings.
- Candidates must have a minimum score of 140 in the just concluded 2024/2025 UTME.
- Candidate must be at least 16 years of age at the time of the admission
- Candidates for ND/HND must have upper credits in relevant fields.
Universities that Offer Music
- Anambra State University, Uli
- Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo
- Bowen University, Iwo
- Delta State University, Abraka
- Godfrey Okoye University, Urgwuomu- Nike
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
- Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
- University Of Ibadan, Ibadan
- University Of Jos, Jos
- University Of Nigeria Nsukka
- University Of Port-Harcourt
- University Of Uyo
Conclusion
Pursuing a degree in Music through JAMB offers a structured path to developing your musical talents and knowledge. Meeting the specific academic prerequisites laid out by JAMB and individual universities is essential for a successful application.
Beyond the written examinations, many institutions also require practical assessments or auditions to gauge your aptitude and proficiency, underscoring the importance of both theoretical understanding and hands-on skill in this field.
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