WAEC, JAMB Subject Combinations for Building
O Level & A Level Requirement – Subject Combination for Building; 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
- JAMB officially classified this course under Faculty/School/College of Engineering/Environmental/Technology.
- Probable Degree type – [B. Eng., B.Sc., B. Tech., B. Arc.]
The admission requirement to study Building in Nigeria Universities includes one or a combination of ‘O’ level results or A-level result if you’re going through Direct Entry. This page will literally answer questions such as WAEC subject combination, JAMB UTME subject combination, Direct Entry requirements, Special consideration (waivers), where you can work with the degree and the required documents for admission into Nigeria universities. If you’re still having difficulties with getting admission in Nigeria Universities, we have some post that may be of benefit to you.
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The subjects needed to study Building in WAEC must contain five (5) credit. This subject combination is also applicable to NECO AND GCE… The O level requirement that is the compulsory WAEC subject combination for Building must include
- Mathematics If you don’t have credit in Mathematics, Click here fast
- English Language
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Anyone of Geography, Economics, Arts and Technical drawing.
- A trade subject
For holders of NTC, the other relevant subjects could be Intro. to Building Construction, Bricklaying, Concreting, Walls, Floors and Ceiling Finishing, Building/Engineering Drawing, Joinery, Carpentry, Gas, Steam Work and Bronze Welding, Cold / Hot Water Supply, Sanitation and Drainage.
A Building degree covers the study of building materials, techniques, building economics, quantity surveying and property development, among other aspects. A Building degree gives you the knowledge of how to plan, create, maintain and conserve buildings. Professional employment among building graduates is above average and shows that a degree in Building increases a student’s employability. Those who undertake a postgraduate degree in Building also earn a healthy average starting salary.
What is JAMB UTME subject combination (subjects needed) for Building?
You should aim for a score of 180 – 200 and above in JAMB UTME to be on a safe side (Just an 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. JAMB UTME subject combination (subject to write in jamb) for Building are
- Mathematics If you don’t have credit in Mathematics, Click here fast
- Physics
- Chemistry
What is Direct Entry requirement (that is the required A-level result you need) to study Building?
‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
Just a reminder: Everything you have read so far is a general requirement, it is expedient that you also check the special consideration for this course below. If for some reasons you are not satisfied or cannot meet up with the subject combination above, perhaps you should consider taking 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.
So now that you know the compulsory WAEC, JAMB subject combination for Building, (which is also applicable to NECO and GCE) as well as A-level result/certificate.
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
List of Nigeria Universities offering Building include
- Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
- Caleb University, Lagos
- Federal University of Technology, Akure Click to read conditions
- Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU)
- University of Jos (UNIJOS) Click to read conditions
- Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji
- University of Lagos (UNILAG)
- Federal University of Technology, Minna
- Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU)
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK)
- University of Uyo
- Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY)
Where can I work with a Degree in Building?
I believe you now know the subjects required to study Building. 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. The job opportunities that arise from a Building degree are largely based in the construction industry – or at the very least, dealing with the physical world. Examples include:
- Quantity Surveyor
- Property Developer
- Conservationist
- Environmental impact auditor.
The SSCE O level and A-level subject needed to study Building have been listed above. Yet, 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.
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