Last Updated on June 14th, 2017

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

You must be a Science student with a good background in Science 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!

• 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

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WAEC subject combination (requirements) for Nursing/Nursing Science

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

The required subject combination must include:

1. English Language
2. Physics
3. Mathematics
4. Chemistry
5. Biology
6. A trade subject

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 Nursing/Nursing Science, let also look at UTME and Direct requirements and course descriptions.

JAMB UTME subject combination (requirements) for Nursing/Nursing Science

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 combinations (subject to write in jamb) to study Nursing/Nursing Science are;

1. Chemistry
2. Biology
3. Physics

Direct Entry requirement (required A-level result) to study Nursing/Nursing Science

(i) Two ‘A’ level passes from Biology/Zoology, Chemistry and Physics plus 3 other ‘O’ level credit pass in Mathematics, Physics, and English Language.

(ii) NRN or its approved equivalent plus five ‘O’ level credit passes in English Language and one Science subjects chosen from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Human Anatomy, Physiology and Hygiene, Health Science, Further Mathematics and General Science.

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 Nursing/Nursing Science include:

1. Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo
2. Bayero University, Kano Click to read conditions
3. University of Benin (UNIBEN)
4. University of Calabar (UNICAL)
5. Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU) Click to read conditions
6. Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki Click to read conditions
7. University of Ibadan (UI) Click to read conditions
8. Igbinedion University Okada
9. University of Jos (UNIJOS) Click to read conditions
10. Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU)
11.  University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
12. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH)
13. University of Lagos (UNILAG)
14. Madonna University, Okija
15. University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID)
16. Niger Delta University Yenagoa (NDU)
17. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU)
18. University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT)
19. Usumanu Danfodiyo University (UDUSOK)
20. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK)
21. The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
22. National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) (registered nurse only)
23. Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
24. Abia State University, Uturu
25. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
26. Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti – Ekiti State
27. Achievers University, Owo
28. Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN)
29. Adeleke University Ede (AUE)
30. Bowen University, Iwo
31. Federal University, Birnin Kebbi (FUBK)

Course description: Nursing is a healthcare branch focused, not on direct medical techniques, but on the care of individuals, families, and communities who are unwell or in need of help, so they may maintain health and quality of life. If hospitals were a film set, the doctors and surgeons would be the actors and actresses, while nurses would be the lighting and make-up – you may think the stars could do a job without them, but really they’d be stuck.

You learn a complete set of medical skills. Think nursing is all about sticking needles in arms You’re wrong. Your training spans health science, social science, technology and theory. Better get revising. Having all the problems of the patients – and the doctors – thrown at you at once is a challenge, but many nurses say this is what they thrive on. If you like variety and a job that keeps you on your toes, this is for you.

Degree in Nursing/Nursing Science is one of the known course that deals with the management of human health and its immediate environment with or without a physician. Females have been known to major in this course. It is a profession within the health care sector focused on the care of individuals, families, and communities so they may attain, maintain, or recover optimal health and quality of life. Nurses may be differentiated from other health care providers by their approach to patient care, training, and scope of practice.

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

• Apply leadership and informatics concepts in decision making to promote patient safety and quality care.
• Use evidence based on the sciences, humanities, and research to guide nursing practice across the health-illness continuum in a variety of healthcare settings.
• Evaluate the implications of policy on issues of access, equity, affordability, and social justice in healthcare delivery including the health of vulnerable populations and healthcare disparities.
• Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills to improve patient outcomes.
• Implement individual and population-focused interventions to promote health and to prevent and manage disease and injuries.
• Exhibit accountability for personal and professional behaviors in accordance with standards of moral, ethical, and legal conduct with a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Provide patient-centered nursing care based on a comprehensive and focused health assessment across the lifespan using sound clinical judgment as well as developmentally and culturally appropriate approaches

Where can I work with a Degree in Nursing/Nursing Science 
Job areas Nursing/Nursing Students include, as well as the traditional adult nurse, as a home visitor, nursing those with learning disabilities or mental health issues, midwifery, paramedic, paediatrician, counsellor, or social worker.

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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