The syllabus for all subjects in the 2025 UTME examinations has officially been released. If you are gearing up to write JAMB this year, your revision must be focused on the specific topics outlined in the syllabus for your subjects. This will help you cover all the necessary areas and ensure you are well-prepared.
For those of you writing Home Economics, we have provided the complete JAMB syllabus for Home Economics 2025, which you can download in PDF format for easy access. Along with the syllabus, we have also included a list of recommended textbooks that will assist you in your preparation.
Read on to explore the full syllabus, recommended texts, and more. Your success starts with the right resources and a focused approach. Happy studying!
JAMB Syllabus for Home Economics 2025
Below is a comprehensive table outlining the JAMB Syllabus for Home Economics. This structured format is designed to help you easily identify the key topics and objectives you need to focus on for your UTME preparation.
Section A: Home Economics Education
| Topics/Contents/Notes | Objectives |
|---|---|
| 1. Home Economics a. Meaning, scope, and importance of Home Economics. b. Objectives and ideals of Home Economics. | Candidates should be able to: i. Examine the importance of Home Economics to the individual, family, and society. ii. Identify the objectives of Home Economics. iii. Determine the scope of Home Economics. |
| 2. Areas/Careers in Home Economics a. Home Management – Interior decoration, Credit management, Florist. b. Foods and Nutrition – Catering, Dietetics, Nutritionist, Public Health Education. c. Clothing and Textile – Fashion Designing. d. Family and Child Development – Early and Childhood Education. e. Teaching f. Counseling g. Media h. Research | Candidates should be able to: i. Recommend possible vocations in the different areas of Home Economics. ii. Relate skills required to each vocation. iii. Assess the benefits of each vocation to the individual and society. iv. Identify current vocations in Home Economics. v. Identify sources of career information. |
| 3. Interrelationship of Home Economics with other subjects (Biology, Geography, Chemistry, Physics, Agricultural Science, Fine Arts, Economics, Mathematics, etc.) | Candidates should be able to: i. Compare the different areas of study from which Home Economics derives its knowledge. ii. Determine the contributions of these subjects to Home Economics. |
Please Note:
This is just a section of the JAMB syllabus for Home Economics. For the full syllabus, including all the detailed topics and objectives, you can download the complete JAMB syllabus for Home Economics in PDF format. The full syllabus will give you a comprehensive guide to all the areas you need to focus on to prepare effectively for the examination.
Examination Structure
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for Home Economics is conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Candidates are required to answer multiple-choice questions within a specified time frame. The examination assesses knowledge and understanding across various topics outlined in the syllabus, including Home Management, Foods and Nutrition, Clothing and Textiles, and Family Living.
Recommended Textbooks
To effectively prepare for the Home Economics section of the UTME, JAMB recommends the following textbooks:
- Home Management for Senior Secondary School 1–3 by Anfani-Joe, M.E. and Ogunjide, L.O. (1993), published by University Press Plc.
- Home Management for Schools and Colleges by Anyakoha, E.U. and Eluwa, M. (1990), published by Africana FIRST Publishers.
- Home Economics for Junior Secondary Schools Books 1–3 by Anyakoha, E.U. (2006), published by Africana FIRST Publishers.
- A Complete Revision Course for O’Level and GCE, Revised Home Economics by Neil, A. and Hesmondhalgh, Z. (1985), published by Charles Co. Ltd.
- Clothing and Textiles for Senior Secondary Schools 1–3 by Ogunjide, L.O., Egbuchulam, B., Eyisi, O., Anfani-Joe, M.E., and Olusanya, J.O. (1993), published by University Press Plc.
- Foods and Nutrition for Secondary Schools Books 1–3 by Olusanya, J.O., Eyisi, O., Anfani-Joe, M.E., Ogunjide, L.O., and Egbuchulam, B. (1990), published by University Press Plc.
- Exam Focus: Food and Nutrition for WASSCE and SSCE by Olusanya, J.O., Olojala, S.O., Bala, F., and Eyisi, O. (2000), published by University Press Plc.
Conclusion
We hope that we have provided you with a clear roadmap of the topics and objectives outlined in the JAMB Home Economics syllabus. By focusing on these areas, you can ensure a well-rounded preparation for your examination. If you need further details on any specific topic or assistance with study materials, feel free to drop your comment in the comment section below.
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