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O Level & A Level Requirement – Subject Combination for Electrical / Electronics Engineering 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 Electrical / Electronics Engineering
Qualification B. Eng., B.Sc., B. Tech., B. Arc
Duration 3 – 4 Years
Suitability Science students
Cut off mark Varies
Entrance Very Competitive
Related courses Electrical / Electronics Engineering related courses
Job Availability High and Competitive

 

You must be a science student to study Electrical / Electronics 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.

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!

 

Are you a person with the following qualities

  • An aptitude for mathematics and science
  • Enjoys working with people
  • An interest in developing the ability to solve complex problems
  • An analytical mind
  • Enjoys exploring possible improvements to existing systems coupled with the ability for creative and practical work
  • The desire to develop a professional approach to your work and conduct

If your answer is YES to these questions then you should study electrical engineering! Electrical and electronic engineering are exciting and dynamic fields. Electrical engineers and technologists are responsible for the generation, transfer and conversion of electrical power, while Electrical and electronic engineers are concerned with the transfer of information using radio waves, the design of electronic circuits, the design of computer systems and the development of control systems such as aircraft autopilots. These sought-after professionals can look forward to rewarding and respected careers.

 

WAEC subject combination (requirements) for Electrical / Electronics Engineering

The subjects needed to study Electrical / Electronics Engineering 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 Electrical / Electronics Engineering must include

  1. Mathematics
  2. Physics
  3. Chemistry
  4. English Language
  5. Any other Science subject
  6. A trade subject

 

Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Elect Elect), deals with the engineering problems, opportunities and needs of electrical, electronics, computer, telecommunication systems and related industries. This branch provides students with a wide range of fundamental knowledge in core disciplines such as communications, control systems, signal processing, radio frequency design, microprocessors, microelectronics, power generation and electrical machines.

The discipline focuses on design and manufacture of electrical, electronic devised, computers and their component parts, as well as on the integration of components into complex systems.

What do electrical engineers and technologists do and how Electrical and electronic engineers are the professionals that deal with the study and application of electricity, electronics and electromagnetism. They work on the development of new and advanced products that are powered by electricity or produce electricity.

Examples are projects on medical technology, gaming systems, cellular phones, robots, cars and airline navigation systems. Electrical engineering is also concerned with control systems, telecommunications and signal processing.

 

JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements) for Electrical / Electronics Engineering

Knowing JAMB subjects for Electrical / Electronics Engineering 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.

JAMB UTME subject combinations (subjects to write in jamb) to study Electrical / Electronics Engineering are:

  1. Chemistry
  2. Mathematics
  3. Physics

 

Direct Entry requirement (required A-level result) to study Electrical / Electronics Engineering
Two ‘A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry

 

What does an Electrical / Electronics Engineer do

Electrical Engineers focuses on the analysis, design, development and manufacture of electrical equipment, electronic devices, Mechatronics technologies, and automation and control systems

  • Electrical Engineers deal with power generation and transmission systems.
  • Electrical engineers, design circuits for electrically operated vehicles, computers, digital devices, electronic memory storage devices, industrial robots and CNC machines.
  • Electrical Engineers setup & operate the telecommunication, wireless and internet networks.

 

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 Electrical / Electronics Engineering   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

See useful guides on how to choose a course and university

These are the list of Universities offering Electrical / Electronics Engineering in Nigeria

  1. Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti – Ekiti State
  2. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU)
  3. Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
  4. Akwa Ibom State University of Technology, Uyo
  5. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli
  6. Adeleke University Ede (AUE)
  7. Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) with options in: (a) Electronics/Computer Engineering Tech. (b) Power System Engineering Tech. (c) Communication Engineering Tech. d) Acoustic Engineering Tech
  8. Bauchi State University, Gadau
  9. University of Benin (UNIBEN)
  10. Bells University of Technology, Otta
  11. Caritas University, Enugu
  12. Covenant University Ota
  13. Cross River State University of Science &Technology, Calabar (CRUTECH)
  14. Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin
  15. Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT)
  16. Ekiti State University
  17. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
  18. Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
  19. Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE)
  20. Federal University of Technology, Akure
  21. Gregory University, Uturu
  22. University of Ibadan (UI)
  23. Igbinedion University Okada
  24. University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
  25. Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU)
  26. University of Jos (UNIJOS)
  27. Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU)
  28. University of Lagos (UNILAG)
  29. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH)
  30. Madonna University, Okija
  31. University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID)
  32. University of Agriculture, Makurdi
  33. Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna (NDA)
  34. Niger Delta University Yenagoa (NDU)
  35. Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja
  36. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU)
  37. Ondo State University of Science and Technology Okitipupa (OSUSTECH)
  38. University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT)
  39. Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN)
  40. Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike
  41. University of Uyo
  42. Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY).

Cut-off Mark for Electrical / Electronics Engineering course

The cut-off mark for Electrical / Electronics Engineering varies. You can check these universities JAMB UTME cut off marks here. Electrical / Electronics Engineering 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.

Electrical / Electronics Engineering is how many years course and under which faculty?

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

 

Can a commercial or art student study Electrical / Electronics Engineering?

No! Electrical / Electronics Engineering is a pure 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 Electrical / Electronics Engineering is through GCE

 

Where can I work with a Degree in Electrical / Electronics Engineering 
I believe you now know the subjects required to study Electrical / Electronics Engineering. 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.

Where do electrical engineers (elect elect) work

  • Power distribution – both primary and secondary distribution
  • Power generation, including co-generation and standby systems
  • Lighting design and control, including both interior and exterior lighting
  • Power conditioning and uninterruptible power supply
  • Telecommunications
  • Security and surveillance
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Programmable controllers
  • Lighting protection
  • Renewable Energy Systems

 

The SSCE O level and A-level subject needed to study Electrical / Electronics Engineering 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 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) for Electrical / Electronics Engineering
(i) University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT) and Niger Delta University Yenagoa (NDU) – No Direct Entry.

(ii) Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti – Ekiti State and Cross River State University of Science &Technology, Calabar (CRUTECH) – same as in Civil Engineering

(iii) Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) accepts 1st Degree in relevant fields

(iv) Bauchi State University, Gadau, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, and Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) do not accept P.7 in English Language (v) Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike and Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye accept ND/HND into appropriate levels plus UTME requirements.

(vii) Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja and University of Uyo – Same as in Computer Engineering

(viii) Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTY) accepts: (a) GCE `A’ level passes in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry (b) Upper credit in ND (Electrical/Electronics Engineering) (c) HND (Electrical/Electronics Engineering)

(ix) Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU) accepts ND/HND passed at upper credit.

(x) Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli accepts ND/HND/lower credit in Electrical /Electronics Engineering.

(xi) Ekiti State University accepts candidates with ND in Electrical Engineering (Upper credit) and HND (Lower credit) in Electrical Engineering.

(xii) Federal University of Technology, Akure accepts ND (Upper Credit) or equivalent professional qualification in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or related discipline or )  Good passes at the Advanced Level of General Certificate of Education or its equivalent in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics..

(xiii)   Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) and Bauchi State University, Gadau accept ND and HND in relevant field with UTME requirements.

(xiv)  University of Benin (UNIBEN) and University of Lagos (UNILAG) – Same as in Chemical Engineering.

(xv) Niger Delta University Yenagoa (NDU), University of Agriculture, Makurdi and Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) – Same as in Agricultural Engineering.

(xvii) Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) accepts: (a) GCE ‘A’ Level Passes in Pure Mathematics, Physics, Applied Mathematics or Chemistry.   (b)  ND with Upper Credit/ HND in Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (plus UTME requirements)  may be considered for admission into 200 level.

(xviii) Federal University of Technology, Akure accepts ND at Upper Credit level or other  equivalent professional qualification in the relevant discipline   or Good passes at the Advanced Level of General Certificate of Education or its equivalent in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.

(xix) Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN) accepts ND (lower credit) in Electrical/Electronics.

(xx) Bells University of Technology, Otta same as in Computer Engineering.

(xxi) University of Ibadan (UI) – As in Agric & Environmental Engineering.

(xxii) University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) requires ‘A’ level passes in Physic, Mathematics and Chemistry. Accepts ND/HND upper credit in relevant subjects, plus one year post ND/HND experience.

(xxii)  Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State – Same as in Mechanical Engineering.

(xxiii) Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) accepts GCE `A’ Level credit in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry or equivalent. It accepts ND (Upper Credit) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or relevant disciplines.

(xxiv) Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna (NDA) requires the other Science subject from Technical Drawing, Further Mathematics, Biology and Geography.

(xxv) University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) – Same as in Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering.

(xxvi) University of Jos (UNIJOS) requires ‘A’ level or IJMB passes in Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. It also accepts ND (credit level) in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related discipline from a recognised institution may be considered provided the candidate has credit in Mathematics at O’ level.

(xxvii) Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) requires at least two ‘A’ Level passes not below Grade C in Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry.  It also accepts ND/HND (Upper Credit) in Engineering.  Candidates must in addition meet UTME ‘O’ Level requirements. It does not accept First Degree or NCE

What is WAEC, NECO, GCE special consideration (waiver) for Electrical / Electronics Engineering
(i) Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli and Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) accept a pass in English Language.

(ii) University of Uyo – As in Computer Engineering

(iii) Niger Delta University Yenagoa (NDU) requires five ‘O’ level credit in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any other subject in not more than two sittings.

(iv) Ondo State University of Science and Technology Okitipupa (OSUSTECH) and University of Lagos (UNILAG) require credit in Further Mathematics.

(v) University of Ibadan (UI) and University of Agriculture, Makurdi – Same as Agric. & Environmental Engineering.

(vi) COVENAT requires O/L five credit in English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and either of Further Mathematics, Biology or Technical Drawing.

(vii) Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja accepts English Language, Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry and any other two Science subjects.

(viii) Federal University of Technology, Akure requires at least five credit in subjects which include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry at NOT more than two (2) sittings..

(xi) Bells University of Technology, Otta same as in Computer Engineering.

(x) Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja accepts credit in Geography as the fifth Science subject.

(xi) Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) requires credit in English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Biology.

(xii) Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) – Same as in Agricultural Engineering.

(xiii) Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State – Same as in Mechanical Engineering.

(xiv) University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) – Same as in Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering.

(xv) University of Jos (UNIJOS) – Same as Civil Engineering.

What is JAMB UTME special consideration (waiver) for Electrical / Electronics Engineering
(i) Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja – Same as in Computer Engineering.


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