O Level & A Level Requirement – Subject Combination for Animal Science 2024; including the List of Nigeria Universities Offering the Course, WAEC, NECO, GCE, JAMB UTME, Direct Entry, IJBM, JUPEB, CAMBRIDGE, NABTEB, Course Description and Career Opportunities

You must be a science student to study Animal Science in Nigeria Universities, and that’s can only be possible if you meet admission requirements. This page literally covers answers to questions related to O level and A-level requirement.

In other words, the WAEC subject combination (requirements), JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements), Special consideration (waivers) and the required documents for admission into Nigeria universities. In other to help you avoid having difficulties with getting admission in Nigeria Universities, we have some student guide articles that will be of benefit to you. You can ignore.

• The required documents for admission into Nigeria universities
• How to gain admission easily into Nigeria Universities
• Nigeria University Guides
• How to study online course and earn a degree
• Study abroad for free through scholarships

WAEC subject combination (requirements) for Animal Science

The subjects needed to study Animal Science in WAEC must contain five (5) credit. This subject combination is also applicable to NECO AND GCE… The required WAEC subject combination (O level requirement) for Animal Science must include:

1. English Language
2. Chemistry
3. Mathematics
4. Biology/Agric Science
5. One of Physics, Geography or Economics
6. A trade subject

JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements) for Animal Science 

Knowing JAMB subjects for Animal Science is not enough. You should aim for a score of 180 – 200 and above in JAMB UTME to be on a safe side (Just a piece of advice) because anything short of that may deny you of Admission/Post UTME. Of course, if you have a score below 180, you can consider College of Education or Polytechnic… Please note – JAMB is not the only option for admission. If you’re having troubles JAMB UTME maybe it’s time you pass through IJBM, JUBEB, ND, HND or Predegree!..

1. Chemistry
2. Biology/Agriculture
3. Mathematics /Physics

Direct Entry requirement (required A-level result) to study Animal Science
Two ‘A’ level passes or equivalent in Chemistry and one of Biology/Botany/Zoology/ Agric Science/Geography/Geolo gy/Mathematics/Economics.

If for some reasons you are not satisfied or cannot meet up with this admission requirement that is the subject combination above, perhaps you should consider other Animal Science  similar courses or take a look at Polytechnic or College of Education related course subject requirements. You can also study online with a foreign university right from your bedroom or apply for a scholarship to study abroad or within. Education is now a choice. And please before you make a decision on which University to choose, please consider

• The Fees
• The Distance
• The Environment
• The Degree Certificate
• Vulnerability to Strike
• Acceptable O Level and A-level Result
• Academic Calendar

See useful guides on how to choose a course and university
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This is the list of Universities offering Animal Science in Nigeria

1. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli
2. University of Benin (UNIBEN)
3. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU)
4. University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID)
5. Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK)
6. University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
7. University of Calabar (UNICAL)
8. River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST)
9. Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU)
10. University of Ibadan (UI)
11. University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT)
12. Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
13. University of Agriculture, Makurdi with options in: Animal Production, Animal Nutrition, Animal Breeding and Physiology
14. Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN)
15. Akwa Ibom State University of Technology, Uyo
16. Taraba State University, Jalingo (TSUJ)
17. University of Uyo
18. Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki

Cut-off Mark for Animal Science course

The cut-off mark for Animal Science varies. You can check these universities JAMB UTME cut off marks here. Animal Science is a good course and you can also check the top best Agricultural courses. This should not influence you. Follow your heart or seek my counsel.

Animal Science is how many years course and under which faculty?

Depending on your mode of entry, Animal Science is a three to four years course in Nigeria. According to JAMB, this course is under Faculty of Agriculture but may be under a different faculty in some universities.

Can a commercial or art student study Animal Science

No! Animal Science is a science course and not suitable for commercial or art student. But if you have required subject combination in your O level result, you can go for it if that is the course you desire to study. If you’re still in secondary school, you may find it difficult to change subjects during WAEC registration because your schools may go against it. The alternative way to write the required subjects combination for Animal Science is through GCE.

Is Animal Science a science or social science subject?

Many student ask me this question and this is my answer. Yes, Animal Science is a natural science subject. Want details? checkout what natural science courses is all about and get to know the courses under natural science.

Where can I work with a Degree in Animal Science 
I believe you now know the subjects required to study Animal Science. I urge you to also find out where you can work with the degree. Please take your time to read Fatherprada’s Career Guide – so that you can have knowledge on how the labour market operate after graduating. Career opportunities will be added when we revisit this page.

The SSCE O level and A-level subject needed to study Animal Science have been listed above but, some Universities may accept D7 or E8 in some a compulsory subject instead of Credit. And some may accept or reject two sittings. That is combinations of WAEC, NECO, or GCE results. You will know more when you take a look at the special consideration (waiver) for this course

What is Direct Entry Special Consideration (waiver) to study Animal Science
(i) Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU) and Abia State University, Uturu accept HND at (Upper Credit) into 200 level. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU) does not accept Geography, Geology and Economics.
(ii) University of Calabar (UNICAL) and Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli- Same as in Agric-Economics & Extension.
(iii) University of Benin (UNIBEN), University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU) – As in Agric Economics.
(iv) University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) accepts NCE/ND/HND in relevant fields.
(v) Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) accepts OND(credit) in related Discipline and HND with at least a credit level pass into 200 level.
(vi) University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT) – No Direct Entry.
(vii) Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) – as in Agric Economics
(viii) River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) requires HSC/GCE A’ level passes in Chemistry and Biology including English Language, ND/UD (upper credit) in Biology or Agricultural Science for admission to 200 level or HND (credit) in Biology or Agricultural Science for admission to 200 or 300 levels respectively in addition to UTME requirement.
(ix) Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) – Same as in Animal Production and Health.
(x) University of Agriculture, Makurdi accepts Candidates who met UTME requirements, plus ND at lower credit pass (Agric Or Animal Production and Health) or National Certificate of Education (NCE) merit pass (Agric. Science or Animal Science major) may be admitted to 100 level. – Candidates with a minimum of upper credit pass (Agric. Or Animal Production and Health) may be admitted to 200 level). – Candidates with UTME requirements, plus NCE, with minimum of credit pass (Agric. Science or Animal Science Major) may be admitted to 200 levels.) – Candidates with UTME requirements, plus HND, with upper credit pass (Agriculture or Animal Production and Health) may be admitted to 300 level.
(xi) University of Calabar (UNICAL) accepts HND (credit), OND/NCE (merit) in Agricultural Science or related fields.
(xii) Taraba State University, Jalingo (TSUJ) accepts National Diploma in Animal Production and health or any other field with animal science related options with a minimum of lower credit pass in addition to UTME requirement.
(xiii) Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki accepts: (a) NCE with minimum Merit passes in relevant fields. (b) HND and ND with minimum of Upper credit in relevant fields..

What is WAEC, NECO, GCE, Special Consideration (Waiver) for Animal Science
(i) University of Benin (UNIBEN) and University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) – As in Agric Economics.
(ii) University of Ibadan (UI) – As in Agriculture.
(iii) River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) requires at least a pass in Physics.
(iv) University of Calabar (UNICAL) accepts Geography and Economics.
(v) Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU), Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT), Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU) & River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) accept a pass in English.
(vi) University of Calabar (UNICAL) requires a credit pass in Physics.
(vii) River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) – requires credit passes in English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Biology.
(viii) Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) accepts a pass in Physics and a credit pass in Mathematics.
(ix) University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT) – Same as in Fisheries.
(xi) Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) – as in Agric Economics.
(xii) Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) as in Agric. Extension and Rural Development.
(xiii) Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN) requires five ‘O’ Level credit passes in the SSCE or its equivalent at not more than two sittings in addition to an acceptable credit pass in the UME.
(xiv) Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki requires at least a pass in Physics.
(xv) Taraba State University, Jalingo (TSUJ) and Abia State University, Uturu require five SSCE credit passes in Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology/Agric. Science, Physics and English Language. Taraba State University, Jalingo (TSUJ) accepts a pass in Physics

What is JAMB UTME Special Consideration (Waiver) for Animal Science
(i) University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and University of Ibadan (UI) – requirements as in Agric Economics and Agriculture respectively.
(ii) Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) and University of Benin (UNIBEN) – Same as in Agric Economics.
(iii) Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN) same as in Fisheries.
(iv) University of Agriculture, Makurdi requires five (5) credits passes in SC/WASC/NECO/GCE 0′ Level (at not more than two sittings) including the following subjects: Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science, Mathematics, English Language and any other subject. At least a pass in Physics is required. A credit in Agricultural Science must be backed with at least a pass in Biology. A pass in English Language is acceptable if high grades are scored in the Science subject.
(v) University of Calabar (UNICAL) requires Mathematics or Physics.
(vi) River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) requires Agricultural Science or Biology.
(v) University of Calabar (UNICAL) requires Mathematics or Physics.
(vi) River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) requires Agricultural Science or Biology