Social & Management Sciences
Official JAMB Subject Combination for Foreign Languages and Literature
Planning UTME for Foreign Languages and Literature? 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, Literature in English, One Art subject, Plus any other Art or Social Science Subjects
1st English
2nd Literature in English
3rd One Art subject
4th Plus any other Art or Social Science Subjects
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 Foreign Languages and Literature?
- A common combination is: English, Literature in English, One Art subject, Plus any other Art or Social Science Subjects. 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 Foreign Languages and Literature?
- 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.