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WAEC and JAMB UTME Subject for Food Science and Technology – Under Agriculture

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O Level & A Level Requirement – Subject Combination for Food Science and Technology 2019/2020; 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

 

Course Food Science and Technology
Qualification B. Agric. (B.Sc. (Hons.) B. Tech. (Hons.) B. Agric. Tech.) DVM
Duration 3 – 4 Years
Suitability Science students
Cut off mark varies
Entrance Non Competitive
Related courses Food Science and Technology related courses
Job Availability Low and Competitive

 

You must be a science student to study Food Science and Technology 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.

That is, the WAEC subject combination (requirements), JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements), s, 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 post that will be of benefit to you. You can always ignore!

 

WAEC subject combination (requirements) for Food Science and Technology

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

  1. English Language
  2. Mathematics
  3. Chemistry
  4. Biology/Agric. Science
  5. Physics, Basic Catering and Food Services, Bakery and Confectionaries, Hotel & Catering Crafty course (Cookery), Hotel & Catering Craft Course (Food /Drinks Services) and Basic Electricity
  6. A trade subject

 

JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements) for Food Science and Technology 

Knowing JAMB subjects for Food Science and Technology 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 or Predegree.

These are JAMB UTME subject combinations (subjects to write in jamb) to study Food Science and Technology

  1. Chemistry
  2. Mathematics/ Physics
  3. Agric Science

 

Direct Entry requirement (required A-level result) to study Food Science and Technology
Two ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Agric Science/Botany/Zoology

 

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 Food Science and Technology  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

These are the list of Universities offering Food Science and Technology in Nigeria

  1. Abia State University, Uturu
  2. Bayero University, Kano
  3. Bells University of Technology, Otta
  4. Bowen University, Iwo
  5. Crawford University Igbesa
  6. University of Calabar (UNICAL)
  7. Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki
  8. Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT)
  9. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
  10. Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State (FUWUKARI)
  11. Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
  12. Federal University of Technology, Akure
  13. Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU)
  14. Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji
  15. Kogi State University Anyigba
  16. Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST)
  17. University of Agriculture, Makurdi
  18. Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY)
  19. Federal University of Technology, Minna
  20. University of Mkar, Mkar
  21. River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST)
  22. Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike
  23. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK)
  24. University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
  25. University of Uyo.

 

Cut-off Mark for Food Science and Technology course

The cut-off mark for Food Science and Technology varies. You can check these universities JAMB UTME cut off marks here. Food Science and Technology 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.

Food Science and Technology is how many years course and under which faculty?

Depending on your mode of entry, Food Science and Technology 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 Food Science and Technology

No! Food Science and Technology 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 Food Science and Technology is through GCE.

 

Where can I work with a Degree in Food Science and Technology 
I believe you now know the subjects required to study Food Science and Technology. 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 Food Science and Technology 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 if available. Please take note that when you see Check, it simply means the special consideration for this course had been merge with a related course to save space. So it is advisable to click the link or search with the search bar..

Spoiler title
Special Consideration”] What is Direct Entry Special Consideration (Waiver) to study Food Science and Technology
(i) Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) accepts OND/NCE/HND in Agriculture, Animal Health, Food Science, Food Science and Technology and Certificate of Registered Nurse (NRN) into 200 levels.

(ii) Abia State University, Uturu and Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY) accept OND in Food Science and Technology.

(iii) Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki accepts: (a) Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki accept NCE with minimum Merit passes in relevant fields. (b) HND and ND with minimum of Upper credit in relevant fields..

(iv) Federal University of Technology, Minna accepts OND lower credit/NCE merit in the Agricultural components of choice, and a minimum of merit in the other component; or a HND with a minimum of lower credit to be admitted into 300 level.

(v) Federal University of Technology, Akure accepts GCE (Advanced Level) or equivalent in at least two Science subjects including Biology or Agricultural Science or a National Diploma in Food Science and Technology with a minimum of Upper Credit from a recognized institution.

(vi) Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike and Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST) as in Agriculture

(vii) University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY) accept ND/HND in Food Science and Technology.

(viii) University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) accepts for the 4-year (Direct entry) B.Sc. programme, passes at principal level in the Higher School Certificate or equivalent in GCE Advanced Level in any two of the following subjects: Chemistry, Biology (Botany or Zoology), Agricultural Science, Physics, Mathematics.

(ix) River State University of Science and Technology (RSUST) requires three (3) A’ level passes in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics plus UTME requirements. Accepts ND/UD (Upper) or HND for admissions into 200 level in relevant disciplines or Bachelor’s degree in any other Science/ Technology discipline plus UTME requirements.

(x) University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) requires candidates with a pass in Biology, but who have credit in Agric. Science may be considered. Ordinary pass in Physics is acceptable in lieu of Credit Pass.

(xi) Bells University of Technology, Otta accept OND (Upper Credit) in Food Science and Technology/Science Laboratory Technology with Biology/Virology/Chemistry/Biochemistry options.

(xiii) Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY) accepts (a) A Level passes in two of Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics / English /Agric. Science (b) OND/HND in Food Science and Technology may be considered for 200 & 300 level

(xiv) Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) accepts upper credit in ND and HND in Food Science and Technology, Agricultural Programmes from recognised institutions in addition to UTME requirements.

(xv) University of Agriculture, Makurdi accepts UTME requirements plus GCE/HSC `A’ level passes in Physics and any one of Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology or Biology may be admitted to 200 level. Upper/Lower credit HND holders in relevant disciplines who posses the new UME requirement may be admitted to 300 level. Upper credit OND holders in relevant disciplines who possess the UTME requirements may be admitted to 200 level. Credit or higher Level NCE holders in relevant disciplines who possess the UTME requirements may be admitted to200 level.

(xvi) Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki requires H.SC or GCE ‘A’ Level in at least two relevant subjects (Physics, Chemistry and Biology) obtained at one sittings and/or OND or its equivalent.

(xvii) Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State requires two A’ level passes in an any of Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Biology or ND in Food Science and Technology, Science laboratory Technology 9Food Science Option) with minimum of Upper credit.

(xviii) Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST) accepts: (a) ND in Microbiology and Biochemistry with a minimum of Upper Credit. (b) NCE Double major in related area of study with aggregates of eight (8) points.

(xix) University of Calabar (UNICAL) – In addition to the basic Departmental requirements, candidates must have a minimum of Upper Credit in ND in Food Science and Technology or GCE A’ level or its equivalent in at least two of Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics.

What is WAEC, NECO, GCE, Special Consideration (Waiver) to study Food Science and Technology
(i) Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) and University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) accept a pass in English Language.

(ii) University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) accepts a pass in Mathematics. Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) also accepts a pass in Physics.

(iii) University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) requires credits in five (5) subjects at not more than two sittings in the Senior School Certificate Examination or its equivalent. The subjects must include: English Language, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Biology (Botany or Zoology) or Agricultural Science and any other science subject.

(iv) University of Agriculture, Makurdi accepts Physics, Biology or Agric. Science.

(v) Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) accepts a credit pass in either Mathematics or Physics.

(vi) Federal University of Technology, Minna – Same as in Water Resources, Aquaculture and fisheries Technology.

(vii) Kogi State University Anyigba and Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki require five Credit passes to include Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology or Agric. Science, Physics and English Language.

(viii) Bells University of Technology, Otta, ESUT ECH and Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) accept a pass in Physics

(ix) University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) requires a pass grade in Physics. University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) requires at least a pass in Biology for credit pass in Agric. Science or Food and Nutrition.

(x) University of Calabar (UNICAL), Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State and Abia State University, Uturu require five ‘O’ level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Agric. Sci and Physics.

(xi) Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike requires five O level credit passes in not more two sittings to include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Biology.

(xii) FUniversity of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)AB and Federal University of Technology, Akure require five SSCE credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology or Agricultural Science. Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) does not accept Agricultural Science in lieu of Biology.

(xiii) University of Agriculture, Makurdi requires Five (5) SSC/WASC/GCE/NECO `O’ level or equivalent Credit passes (at not more than tow sittings) categorized as follows:- a) 5 credit passes in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology or Agricultural Science and English Language.

(xiv) Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State (FUWUKARI) – Same as in Agriculture.

(xv) Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY) requires credit passes in Chemistry, Physics/Further Mathematics and any one from Biology/ Agric. Science/ Food and Nutrition.

What is JAMB UTME Special Consideration (Waiver) to study Food Science and Technology
(i) Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) and Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) require Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology or Physics.

(ii) Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) does not accept Agric. Science.

(iii) Federal University of Technology, Akure requires English Language, Chemistry, Physics and any of Mathematics, Biology or Agricultural Science.

(iv) Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State and University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) accept Biology in lieu of Agric. Sci.

(v) Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Bells University of Technology, Otta accept Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics

(vi) Kogi State University Anyigba and Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) require Chemistry, Mathematics/ Physics, Biology/ Agric. Science

(vii) Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) requires Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics.

(viii) University of Calabar (UNICAL) requires Chemistry, Physics and Biology/Agricultural Science.

(ix) Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY) requires Biology/Agric. Sc. and any other two of Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Economics and Mathematics.


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