What is the JAMB subject combination for Media and Communication Studies?

The compulsory UTME subjects for Media and Communication Studies are English Language plus English Language, Literature-in-English, Government, Economics.

What O'Level subjects are required for Media and Communication Studies?

Candidates need credit passes in 5 O'Level subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Literature-in-English, Government.

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Media and Communication Studies

Complete JAMB subject combination, O'Level requirements, departmental cut-off marks, and list of Nigerian universities offering Media and Communication Studies.

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UTME Subject Combination

These four subjects must be selected during JAMB UTME registration:

1. English Language2. Literature-in-English3. Government4. Economics

* English Language is compulsory for all UTME candidates in Nigeria.

O'Level Requirements (WAEC/NECO)

Requires 5 Credit passes in SSCE / WAEC / NECO in not more than 2 sittings:

English Language
Mathematics
Literature-in-English
Government

Common Candidate Subject Mistakes to Avoid

Omitting Literature-in-English at O'Level or JAMB, which limits eligible universities.

Admission Competitiveness & Score Analysis

Admission competition for Media and Communication Studies varies across institution tiers:

Competitive Tier (250+)

Strong standing for federal first-generation institutions (UNILAG, UI, OAU, UNN, ABU).

Balanced Tier (200–249)

Competitive for state universities and federal technological institutions with solid Post-UTME.

Accessible Tier (160–199)

Strong options among private universities and state institutions in home catchment zones.

Universities Offering Media and Communication Studies

Session: 2026/2027

Ahmadu Bello University

Kaduna State · ABU

213

Cut-off Benchmark

Lagos State University

Lagos State · LASU

191

Cut-off Benchmark

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Source & Data TraceabilityJAMB IBASS Syllabus 2026/2027

Subject requirements and O'Level regulations are extracted directly from the official JAMB Integrated Brochure and Syllabus System (IBASS). Always cross-check faculty waivers on the official university portal.