Computer Science is a branch of science that deals with the study of computer and its computational systems. The distinct feature between computer science and computer engineering is that while computer engineering deals with the integration of computer science and electronic engineering required to build computer hardwares, computer science deals strcitly with the software applications and codes.
Studying Computer Science in Nigeria is almost the same in all schools except for the JAMB cut off marks. Computer Science requires a high JAMB cut off mark, good post UTME score and most importantly a very good O’level result.
Talking about the admission requirements for studying Computer Science in our tertiary institutions, four (4) requirements are involved, namely:
- Required O’Level subjects
- O’Level and UTME subjects combination
- JAMB or UTME Score of the candidate
- Post UTME Score
Candidates that can conveniently meet the above admission requirements for Computer Science to the university’s satisfaction, then admission is 100% guaranteed.
Often times we stress the need for making use of the correct O’Level and UTME subject combination for Computer Science as a course in our tertiary institutions cannot be overemphasized as candidates tend to ignore the importance of this subject matter thus making it difficult for them to gain admission into the university to study this course.
Making use of the correct and approved O’Level subject requirements plus JAMB subject combination for Computer Science makes the admission process much easier for candidates seeking admission to study Computer Science in their various choice of institutions.
Not many are aware that one of the major reason for the increase in purchase of change of course and institution form is because before embarking on the UTME, most candidates fail to confirm the correct WAEC or NECO subjects required to study Computer Science and thus making them go through the process of change of course or institution and sometimes, both.
In one of our posts, we harped succinctly on subject combination for WAEC/NECO and JAMB, it would be wise to go through it as this will give candidates better understandings on not just the subject combination for Computer Science but other courses as approved by JAMB.
Admission Requirements For Studying Computer Science In Nigerian Universities
In this post today, we shall be giving candidates full details as regards the WAEC and NECO otherwise known as O’Level subjects combination and admission requirements for studying Computer Science in our universities today.
Computer Science covers a wide range and scope as it involves both theory and practical classes. Upon graduation, a Computer scientist can work in any organization, IT or even other Multinational white collar companies? They are relevant in any organization in the world at large.
So if you are interested in this studying Computer Science, you must meet their admission requirements which we are about to breakdown below.
Upon completing this post, you ought to be clear about the followings:
a) WAEC or NECO Subjects for studying Computer Science in any Nigerian University.
b) Admission Requirements for studying Computer Science
c) Whether you can combine WAEC and NECO results to Computer Science (Yes you can though this also depends on the institution)
d) Minimum required cut off mark for Computer Science in Nigeria
e) List of Universities In Nigeria that offers Computer Science
f) List of Private universities offering Computer Science
g) State and Federal Universities Offering Computer Science
O’Level Requirements For Computer Science
Candidates who wish to study Computer Science must have the following:
You are required to have a minimum of five (5) credit passes which includes Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English Language and any other Science subject.
UTME Subject Combination For Computer Science
- English Language (compulsory)
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry.
The above requirements are acceptable by all schools, however there might be slight changes in cut off marks based on the school but the difference will be insignificant.
List of Universities In Nigeria That Offers Computer Science
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi
Adamawa State University, Mubi
Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko
Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State
Afe Babalola University , Ado-Ekiti
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo
Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot-Akpaden
Al- Hikmah University, Ilorin
Al-Qalam University, Katsina
Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
American University Of Nigeria , Yola
Anambra State University, Uli
Augustine University, Ilara, Lagos
Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo
Bayero University, Kano
Baze University, Fct, Abuja
Bells University Of Technology, Ota
Benson Idahosa University, Benin City
Benue State University, Makurdi
Bowen University, Iwo
Caleb University, Imota
Caritas University, Amorji-Nike, Enugu
Chrisland University, Owode, Ogun State
Covenant University, Canaan Land, Ota
Crawford University
Crescent University, Abeokuta
Cross Rivers University Of Technology, Calabar
Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki
Edwin Clark University, Kiagbodo, Delta State
Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti
Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State
Enugu State University Of Science And Technology, Enugu
Federal University Of Agriculture, Abeokuta
Federal University Of Agriculture, Makurdi
Federal University Of Petroleum Resources, Effurun
Federal University Of Technology Minna
Federal University Of Technology, Akure
Federal University Of Technology, Owerri
Federal University, Birnin-Kebbi, Kebbi State
Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State
Federal University, Gashua, Yobe State
Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara State
Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State
Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State
Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State
Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State
Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State
Fountain University, Osogbo
Godfrey Okoye University, Urgwuomu- Nike
Gombe State University, Tudun Wada, Gombe
Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State
Hallmark University,Ijebu-Itele,Ogun State
Hezekiah University, Umudi, Imo State
Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai
Imo State University, Owerri
Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji
Kaduna State University, Kaduna
Kano University Of Science And Technology, Wudil
Kebbi State University Of Science And Technology, Aliro
Kogi State University, Anyigba
Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin
Madonna University, Okija
Mcpherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State
Michael And Cecilia Ibru University, Owhrode, Delta State
Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture, Umudike
Modibo Adama University Of Technology, Yola
Mountain Top University, Ogun State
Nasarawa State University, Keffi
National Open University Of Nigeria (NOUN)
Nigeria Turkish Nile University
Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna
Nigerian Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Northwest University, Kano, Kano State
Novena University Ogume
Oduduwa University
Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye
Ondo State University Of Medical Sciences (UNIMED)
Ondo State University Of Science And Technology
Paul University, Awka
Plateau State University, Bokkos
Redeemers University
Renaissance University, Ojiagu-Agbani, Enugu
Rhema University , Obeama, Rivers State
Ritman University,Ikot-Ekpene,Akwa-Ibom State
Rivers State University Of Science And Technology, Port Harcourt
Salem University, Lokoja
Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa, Edo State
Sokoyo State University, Sokoto
Southwestern University, Okun-Owa, Ogun State
Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State
Summit Univerity, Offa, Kwara State
Tai Solarin University Of Education, Ijagun
Tansain University, Oba, Anambra State
Taraba State University, Jalingo
Umaru Musa Yaradua University, Katsina
University Of Abuja,Abuja
University Of Benin, Benin City
University Of Calabar, Calabar
University Of Ibadan, Ibadan
University Of Ilorin, Ilorin
University Of Jos, Jos
University Of Lagos
University Of Mkar, Gboko
University Of Nigeria Nsukka
University Of Port-Harcourt
University Of Uyo
Usmanu Danfodio University, Sokoto
Wellspring University, Irhihi/Ogbaneki, Benin City
Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State
Yobe State University, Damaturu
These information provided here are JAMB’s requirements and all candidates searching for the correct admission requirements, UTME and WAEC subjects combination for studying Computer Science as a course in any University within Nigeria. All schools are have been warned to comply with the directives which are still in force.
Hope the above information is well understood? If you have any question as regards WAEC and NECO O’level subjects requirements for Computer Science, JAMB approved subjects combination and admission requirements for Computer Science as a UTME or Direct Entry candidate, kindly get back to us via our comment section below and we shall respond accordingly.
