Last Updated on August 21st, 2017

This page contains official WAEC and JAMB subject combination (admission requirements) for Psychology – Under Social Science, including the List of Nigeria Universities Offering this Course, A level requirements and much more…

 

You must be a Commercial student or Art with a good background in Commerciial subjects for you to study this course 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 admission requirement.  That is, the WAEC subject combination (requirements), JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements), Direct Entry requirements, Special consideration (waivers) and the required screening 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!

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• How to study online course and earn a degree
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WAEC subject combination (requirements) for Psychology

You’re expected to have at least 5 credits on the required WAEC subject combination needed to study Psychology in Nigeria universities.

The required subject combination (o level requirement for Psychology – Under Social Science) is same as Political Science subject combination

The above WAEC subject combination is also applicable to other O’level examinations such as NECO and GCE. So now that you know the compulsory O level requirement to study Psychology, let also look at UTME and Direct requirements and course descriptions.

 

JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements) for Psychology

Prepare yourself well so you can score above 200 in JAMB UTME to be on a safe side (Just an advice) because anything short of this score may deny you 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 register in jamb) to study Psychology – Under Social Science are

1. Any three subjects from Arts or Social Science

 

Direct Entry requirement (required A-level result) to study Psychology

Same as Political Science subject combination

 

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 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. 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

List of Universities in Nigeria offering Psychology are

1. Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba
2. Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti – Ekiti State
3. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli
4. Baze University
5. Benue State University, Makurdi
6. Caleb University, Lagos
7.  Caritas University, Enugu
8. Covenant University Ota
9. Chrisland University
10. Christopher University Mowe
11. Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU) Click to read conditions
12. Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki Click to read conditions
13. Ekiti State University
14. Eastern Palm University Ogboko, Imo State
15. Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT)
16. Federal University Gashua, Yobe Umar Suleiman College of Education, Gashua
17. Federal University, Ndifu-Alike, Ebonyi State (FUNAI)
18. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
19. Godfrey Okoye University, Ugwuomu-Nike – Enugu State
20. University of Ibadan (UI) Click to read conditions
21. University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) Click to read conditions
22. Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU)
23. University of Jos (UNIJOS) Click to read conditions
24. University of Lagos (UNILAG)
25. Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU) Click to read conditions
26. Lead City University, Ibadan
27. Madonna University, Okija
28. Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK)
29. Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna (NDA) Click to read conditions
30. Obafemi Awolowo University,Ile-Ife (OAU)
31. Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye
32. Nigeria Police Academy Wudil Click to read conditions
33. Redeemer’s University, Mowe
34. Renaissance University, Enugu
35. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK)
36. The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
37. The University of Uyo.

 

Course description: Psychology is the study of the mind. It is most commonly the study of discipline, an applied science which seeks to understand individuals and groups through general principles, and applying case studies to diagnose issues. A professional practitioner of psychology is called a psychologist. Psychologists attempt to understand the role of a person’s mental functions in their individual behaviour and how they behave in a social environment.

Psychology allows you to understand the principles of what makes people tick. Reliant on scientific methods, the statistics involved are tricky to understand, but worth it in the long run. You will be taught to think critically and this boosts your social skills. This understanding of the human condition is very useful in job interviews and workplace relationships.

Although it won’t necessarily boost your own mental health, it will allow you to diagnose issues among your family and friends. You could say it lets you read their minds… Psychology is a very employable degree. Contrary to the general belief that social sciences are dead ends, psychology can lead to law, social work, teaching, business and more.

The curriculum and courses reflect this diversity and are designed to provide a well-rounded education in psychology. This program provides students with a broad understanding and global perspective of psychology and its relevance in an increasingly diverse and global society. Students will apply psychological theories to current issues in psychology as they gain perspective in social awareness, responsibility, civic engagement, cross-cultural competence, and evidence-based decision-making in an information-rich world.

Students participate in courses that stimulate critical thinking through the use of applied learning methods (such as case study analysis) that facilitate applications of psychological theories and principles to the solution of contemporary personal, interpersonal, and societal problems.

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
• Understand and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design and data analysis and interpretation.
• Respect and use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and, when possible, a scientific approach to solve problems related to behaviour and mental processes.
• Understand and apply psychological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues.
• Tolerate ambiguity, act ethically, and reflect other values that are the underpinnings of psychology as a science serving a global society.
• Apply cultural competencies to effective and sensitive interactions with people from diverse backgrounds and cultural perspectives.

Psychology area of concentrations

• Addiction
• Applied Psychology
• Child and Adolescent Development
• Criminal Justice • General Psychology
• Human Services
• Infant and Toddler Development
• Preschool Child Development
• Preparation for Graduate Studies
• Psychology and the Law
• Workplace Psychology

 

Where can I work with a Degree in Psychology 
I believe you now know the subjects required to study Psychology. 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. Job areas for Psychology graduates include counsellor, teaching and lecturing, forensics, working in sport and exercise, advertising, careers advisor, human resources, and market research.

 

Special Consideration
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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