O Level & A Level Requirement – Subject Combination for Fine and Applied Arts 2022; 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 | Fine and Applied Arts |
| Qualification | B. Eng., B.Sc., B. Tech., B. Arc |
| Duration | 3 – 4 Years |
| Suitability | Science students |
| Cut off mark | 180 |
| Entrance | Non Competitive |
| Related courses | Fine and Applied Arts related courses |
| Job Availability | High and Competitive |
You must be a science student to study Fine and Applied Arts Under Engineering 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 Fine and Applied Arts
The subjects needed to study Fine and Applied Arts 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 Fine and Applied Arts must include
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Fine Arts
- Two other from social science subject. Mathematics, Arts and one Social Science subject.
- A trade subject
For NTC the other two relevant subjects could be from any of the following: Decorative Painting; Spray Painting, Lining, Sign and Design; Wall Handling, Colour Mixing/ For NTC the other two relevant subjects could be from any of the following: Decorative Painting; Spray Painting, Lining, Sign and Design; Wall Handling, Colour Mixing/Matching and Glazing; Graphic Painting; Ceramics; Basic Electricity; Building/Engineering Drawing
JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements) for Fine and Applied Arts
Knowing JAMB subjects for Fine and Applied Arts 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!..
These are JAMB UTME subject combinations (subjects to write in jamb) to study Fine and Applied Arts is same as Industrial Design
Direct Entry requirement (required A-level result) to study Fine and Applied Arts
(i) Two ‘A’ level passes in Fine Art/Tech. Drawing and any one of Tech. Draw., Mathematics, Economics, Geo., Bio., Physics and Chemistry.
(ii) ND/HND in Fine Art at Credit level
If for some reason you are not satisfied or cannot meet up with this admission requirement that is the subject combination above, perhaps you should consider other Fine and Applied Arts 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. 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
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This is the list of Universities offering Fine and Applied Arts in Nigeria
- Abia State University, Uturu
- Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU)
- University of Jos (UNIJOS)
- Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH)
- Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK)
Cut-off Mark for Fine and Applied Arts course
The cut-off mark for Fine and Applied Arts varies. You can check these universities JAMB UTME cut off marks here. Fine and Applied Arts is a good course and you can also check the top best engineering courses. This should not influence you. Follow your heart or seek my counsel.
Fine and Applied Arts is how many years course and under which faculty?
Depending on your mode of entry, Fine and Applied Arts is a three to four years course in Nigeria. According to JAMB, Fine and Applied Arts is under Faculty of Agriculture but may be under a different faculty in some universities.
Where can I work with a Degree in Fine and Applied Arts
I believe you now know the subjects required to study Fine and Applied Arts. I urge you to also find out where you can work with the degree. Please take your time to read The Act of Getting a Job – so you would know what you’re up against after graduating. Career opportunities will be added soon.
The SSCE O level and A-level subject needed to study Fine and Applied Arts have been listed above. 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) for Fine and Applied Art
i) University of Uyo requires: (a) Two (2) A’ level GCE papers in relevant subjects including Fine Arts, ND in Fine Arts (Upper credit), NCE in Fine Arts or equivalent qualifications in addition to O’ level requirement.
(ii) Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye requires candidates to submit a portfolio containing certified samples of their works to the HOD, Fine Arts.
(iii) University of Jos (UNIJOS) requires two (2) ‘A’ Level GCE/IJMB passes of which one must be fine Art or Technical Drawing. NCE Lower Credit, a National Diploma in Fine Arts with a minimum of lower credit from a recognized institution. Any other relevant qualifications may be considered. Portfolio assessment may be required. However, candidates must also satisfy the minimum ‘O’ level entry requirements as specified in (a) above
DIRECT ENTRY AND UTME: (i) Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) may accept ND/NCE with upper credit. in related fields plus UTME requirements. (ii) Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye accepts NCE in Fine Arts or Applied Arts. (iii) Abia State University, Uturu accepts good passes at HSC, GCE Advance level or NCE Examination in Fine Arts with an Average of B and minimum of five credits. Credit including English Language in SSCE or its equivalent.
What is WAEC, NECO, GCE special consideration (waiver) for Fine and Applied Art
(i) Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) accepts Agricultural Science, Human Health and Nutrition as Science subjects.
(ii) Renaissance University, Enugu requires five SSCE credit including English Language, Mathematics, Fine and Applied Arts, Chemistry, Geography/Tech Drawing at not more than two sittings.
(iii) Abia State University, Uturu requires five SSCE credit including English Language, Mathematics, Fine Arts and any other two subjects for a four years programme. For Five year programme, five SSCE credit in English Language, Mathematics and any other three subjects.
(iv) University of Uyo accepts a pass (P7) in Mathematics. The department will assess the candidate’s real art pieces.
(v) Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye Five Credit passes to include English language, Mathematics and any other three (3) subjects.
What is JAMB UTME special consideration (waiver) for Fine and Applied Art
(i) University of Uyo does not require Mathematics.
(ii) Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) requires any three Arts/Social subjects.
(iii) Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye accepts any three subjects from Arts, Sciences or Social Sciences excluding Commerce, Bookkeeping and Shorthand.