Official JAMB Subject Combination for Mass Communication
Planning UTME for Mass Communication? 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.
Key points before you register
Literature in English is treated as compulsory by the majority of Nigerian universities that offer Mass Communication—plan around it from day one.
Your fourth subject can usually be any Arts or Social Science paper you are strong in (Economics, CRS/IRS, Civic Education, a Nigerian language, etc.). Pairing Literature with Government or History is one of the most widely accepted patterns, but your target school still has the final say in the brochure.
UTME subject combination
English, Literature in English, Government or History, plus one other Arts or Social Science subject
O'Level requirements (WAEC / NECO)
Five (5) SSCE credit passes including English Language and Literature in English, plus three other relevant subjects (Mathematics and other specifics vary by university — confirm with your target school).
Admitted? Plan your final year project
Browse curated project topics for the same department — grouped by research theme.
Mass Communication project topicsAlso prepare: JAMB current affairs
Flashcards and quizzes on government, history, geography — the topics JAMB tests every year.
Practice nowFrequently asked questions
- What is the JAMB UTME subject combination for Mass Communication?
- A common combination is: English, Literature in English, Government or History, plus one other Arts or Social Science subject. 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 Mass Communication?
- Five (5) SSCE credit passes including English Language and Literature in English, plus three other relevant subjects (Mathematics and other specifics vary by university — confirm with your target school). 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.