JAMB 2025: 29 Less Competitive Courses in Nigeria & Their Cut-Off Marks—Boost Your Admission Chances!
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) announced on Tuesday that the minimum cut-off mark for university admissions in Nigeria for the 2025 academic year is set at 150.
This conclusion was reached during the board’s annual policy meeting on admissions, held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja.
JAMB specified that the minimum benchmark for nursing colleges is 140, while colleges of education and agriculture will accept candidates with scores from 100 and above.
During the policy meeting, which gathers stakeholders from tertiary institutions across the country, the previous admission cycle was assessed, and new guidelines for the upcoming one were established. Institutions also have the option to suggest higher cut-off marks for certain courses or programs, provided they do not fall below the approved minimum.
JAMB reiterated that there is no universal cut-off mark for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) that applies to all institutions, highlighting that universities, polytechnics, and colleges maintain the right to set their standards based on their specific needs.
Science Courses (140–180 JAMB Score)
- Fisheries
Emphasizes the management and cultivation of fish and aquatic resources for both food and commercial use.
- Agricultural Science
Encompasses techniques for cultivating crops and raising animals, soil science, and systems for food production.
- Home Science and Nutrition
Examines human nutrition, food management, and the principles of healthy living and family well-being.
- Animal Science
Concerns the biology, breeding, and care of domesticated animals and livestock.
- Botany
Engages in the scientific investigation of plants, including their structure, growth, and applications.
- Anatomy
Concentrates on the structure of the human body, serving as a fundamental basis for health and medical studies.
- Marine Biology
Investigates marine organisms, ocean ecosystems, and the biology of life in saltwater environments.
- Zoology
Studies animal life, encompassing classification, evolution, behavior, and habitats.
- Science Laboratory Technology
Prepares students for laboratory operations, diagnostics, and scientific experiments across a range of disciplines.
Art Courses (140–180 JAMB Score)
- Arabic Studies
Concentrates on the Arabic language, literature, and Islamic culture and civilization.
- Archaeology
Engages in the examination of past human existence through physical remnants such as artifacts and edifices.
- Christian Religious Studies
Investigates Christian beliefs, doctrines, ethics, and the history of the Church.
- Fine Arts
Involves skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, and artistic visual expression.
- Drama/Performing Arts
Centers on acting, stage performances, and theatrical productions.
- Theatre Arts
A comprehensive study of drama, covering aspects like scriptwriting, directing, and stage management.
- English Language
It entails an in-depth exploration of English grammar, literature, phonetics, and communication proficiency.
- French
Provides instruction in French language skills, literature, and the culture of Francophone regions.
- History and International Studies
Integrates the study of historical events with an analysis of international political relationships and diplomacy.
- Music
Emphasizes musical theory, instruments, composition, and performance practices.
Commercial Courses (140–180 JAMB Score)
- Business Administration
Covers management, entrepreneurship, finance, and business operations.
- Public Administration
Emphasizes government functions, public policy, and leadership in administration.
- Marketing
Explores promotion, advertising, consumer behavior, and product distribution.
- Insurance
Deals with risk management, policies, and the financial protection sector.
- Taxation
Examines tax systems, legal frameworks, administration, and financial regulations.
- Criminology and Security Studies
Investigates criminal behavior, law enforcement, and security measures.
- Library and Information Science
Focuses on the organization, management, and utilization of information resources and libraries.
- Hospitality and Tourism
Examines hotel management, travel services, and customer relations within the tourism sector.
- Political Science
Analyzes political systems, government structures, public policy, and international politics.
- Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
This program concentrates on conflict management, peacebuilding, and negotiation strategies in societies.
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