Pure & Applied Sciences
Official JAMB Subject Combination for Food Science and Technology
Planning UTME for Food Science and Technology? Below is a standard four-subject layout many candidates use — treat it as a checklist, not a substitute for the official JAMB brochure or your university's latest admission criteria.
UTME subject combination
English, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Physics or Mathematics
1st English
2nd Chemistry
3rd Agricultural Science
4th Physics or Mathematics
O'Level requirements (WAEC / NECO)
Five (5) SSCE credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and three other relevant school subjects matching your faculty course requirements.
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Practice nowFrequently asked questions
- What is the JAMB UTME subject combination for Food Science and Technology?
- A common combination is: English, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Physics or Mathematics. JAMB registers four subjects including Use of English (often shown as "English" in brochures). Always cross-check the latest JAMB brochure and your institution's faculty requirements.
- What are the O'Level requirements for Food Science and Technology?
- Five (5) SSCE credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and three other relevant school subjects matching your faculty course requirements. Grade requirements and accepted exam boards vary by university.
- Does every university accept the same UTME subjects?
- No. Some schools are stricter about the fourth subject or alternatives (e.g. Physics vs Economics). Use JAMB's brochure / IBASS and the university's admission guide before finalising your subject choice.