Unlocking Your Path to Zoology and Environmental Biology : JAMB Subject Combination and Admission Requirements

Planning to pursue a degree in Zoology and Environmental Biology in Nigeria? Getting your JAMB (Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board) subject combination and admission requirements right is crucial for a smooth entry into your dream program. This blog post breaks down exactly what you need for both UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) and Direct Entry admission.

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UTME Requirements for Zoology and Environmental Biology

The UTME is the primary entry route for most candidates. Here’s what you need to meet the minimum O’Level and JAMB subject requirements:

O’Level (SSC) Requirement

To be eligible for admission, you must possess five (5) SSC (Senior School Certificate) credit passes at no more than two sittings. These credits must include:

1. English Language
2. Mathematics
3. Biology
4. Two (2) other Science subjects (e.g., Chemistry, Physics, Agricultural Science, Geography).

JAMB UTME Subject Combination

Your JAMB UTME Subject Combination is the set of four subjects you must register for and sit during the examination. For Zoology and Environmental Biology, this combination is:

• Biology (This is compulsory)
• And any two (2) of:
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics

Pro-Tip: While your school might require all three (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) for the degree itself, ensure you select Biology and at least two of the other three (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) for your JAMB registration. Many candidates opt for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics for a broad foundation.

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Direct Entry Requirements for Zoology and Environmental Biology

If you are applying via the Direct Entry route, you skip the UTME and enter directly into the second or third year of the university program.

Direct Entry Requirement

You will need to have Two (2) A Level passes or an NCE (National Certificate in Education) in the relevant subjects. These must be:

• Biology, Zoology or Botany
• And one other Science subject (e.g., Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Geography).

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Summary Checklist

Use this quick checklist to confirm you’re on the right track!

Admission Type	Requirement	Specifics
UTME O’Level	Five (5) SSC Credit Passes	English, Mathematics, Biology, and two (2) other Science subjects.
UTME Subject Combination	Three (3) UTME Subjects	Biology and any two (2) from Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics.
Direct Entry	Two (2) A’ Level/NCE Passes	Biology/Zoology/Botany, and one (1) other Science subject.

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Final Advice

Zoology and Environmental Biology is a rewarding field that opens doors to careers in conservation, research, education, environmental consulting, and more! Getting your admission requirements correct from the start is the key to successfully launching your academic journey.

• Always verify your chosen university’s specific requirements in the current JAMB Brochure as slight variations may exist.
• Focus on excelling in Biology and Chemistry, as these subjects form the backbone of this discipline.

Good luck with your exams!