This page contains the [current_year] WAEC and JAMB subject combination for International Studies and Diplomacy, including the list of Nigerian universities offering this course, A level requirements and much more.

Is International Studies and Diplomacy a good course in Nigeria?

Absolutely. International Studies and Diplomacy is one of the newest degrees in Nigeria with plenty of job roles you can explore. In Nigeria, International Studies and Diplomacy graduate salaries depend on where you work, different employees have different salary packages.

Private employees pay more than the government but not in all cases. The salary range for International Relations graduates in Nigeria is between 60k to 500k per month.

International Studies and Diplomacy is one of the newest degrees and not competitive. This course is popular amongst art students in secondary school. From our records, 5 Nigerian universities offer this degree course though the degree name may be slightly different.

So while you are here to get information on the O level subject combination for International Studies and Diplomacy, we also expect you consider the total number of students currently studying International Studies and Diplomacy and the employment rate we will show you below so that you will know what you are up against when you choose to study this course.

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WAEC Subject Combination For International Studies and Diplomacy

In WAEC, NECO or GCE, you are expected to register a maximum of 9 subjects for an International Studies and Diplomacy degree. You can register for less than 9 subjects if you are resitting.

However, you must have at least 5 credit passes amongst the 9 subjects listed below before you can gain admission into any Nigerian university to study for an International Studies and Diplomacy degree.

Remember, the requirement you’re about to read is also applicable to all o level examinations. (WAEC, NECO and GCE). We have painstakingly highlighted (in red) the core subjects on which you must obtain credit before you can gain admission. Any subject with blue colour means, a pass is allowed.

If however, you fail one of the core subjects, you should read through each university’s special requirements for this course below to see if there is a university that may accept another subject in lieu of the one you failed. The 9 WAEC/NECO/GCE subject combinations for International Studies and Diplomacy are:

• Mathematics
• English
• Civic Education 
• Trade Subject 
• Economics
• CRS/IRS
• Government
• Geography
• Any Nigerian Language

If you have your O level result already and the subjects you have is not the same as the admission requirement that is the required O level subject combinations to study International Studies and Diplomacy, don’t give up. You should consider other International Studies and Diplomacy 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 read useful guides on how to choose a course and university

JAMB subject combination for International Studies and Diplomacy

For this degree, you are also required to register for 4 subjects and English is compulsory. More so, your JAMB score in addition to your POST UTME score will determine the cumulative score that the university will use to decide your candidacy for admission.

You should score 180 or above in JAMB to stand a better chance of gaining admission to study International Studies and Diplomacy. You can still gain admission if you score between 150-170 upward but you do not stand a chance with those who had scored higher. Try out JAMB Admission Simulator.

The 4 JAMB subject combination for International Studies and Diplomacy are:

• English
• Mathematics
• Government
• Economics

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Direct Entry requirement (required A-level result) to study International Studies and Diplomacy

If you’re one of those seeking admission into the University to further your studies, in addition to the required WAEC subjects combination for International Studies and Diplomacy, you are expected to have
(i) Two ‘A’ level passes/NCE (Upper Credit) in History, Govt and any other related subject.
(ii) Diploma in International Affairs/Strategic Studies or related discipline

Here is the list of universities offering International Studies and Diplomacy Degree in Nigeria.

1. University of Benin (UNIBEN)
2. Benson Idahosa University, Benin City
3. Baze University Abuja
4. Nigerian Institute of International Affairs
5. National Open University of Nigeria

[tds_info]Estimated number of students currently studying International Studies and Diplomacy in Nigerian Universities is 2,217[/tds_info]

[tds_warning] International Studies and Diplomacy has 11% employment rate in Nigeria[/tds_warning]

Admission Rate:

International Studies and Diplomacy is one of the newest degrees in Nigeria with plenty of job roles you can explore, and the competition for this course is high in Nigerian universities. International Studies and Diplomacy has a 78% admission rate. Check the International Studies and Diplomacy related courses below to also know their admission rate.

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International Studies and Diplomacy is how many years course?

In Nigeria, if you gain admission to study International Studies and Diplomacy degree course at the university through JAMB UTME, you will study International Studies and Diplomacy for four years. If you gain admission through direct entry, you will study this course for three years. And of course, there is room for more years if you have extension; the aftermath of carryover courses.

International Studies and Diplomacy is under which faculty in Nigeria?

According to JAMB, a body responsible for your admission into the University or other institutions, International Studies and Diplomacy is under the Faculty/School/College of Art but may be under a different faculty in some universities in Nigeria.

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Who can study International Studies and Diplomacy?

Can science or commercial students study International Studies and Diplomacy at the university? By default, this course is meant for art students only. But the curriculum of this course allows students with commercial or science backgrounds to study it as long as they have the right O level subject combination for International Studies and Diplomacy.

This simply means that even though you were a commercial or science student in secondary school, you can still qualify to study this course with the right O level subject for International Studies and Diplomacy.

International Studies and Diplomacy Course Description

International relations refers to a field of study and practice focused on understanding the unique relationships that exist between various nations and cultures. These relationships can impact everything from international politics, law, and economics to security, diplomacy, and governance.

Diplomacy is a subset of international relations that is typically focused more narrowly on the process of conducting negotiations between representatives of different nations or, in some cases, corporations from different countries.

International Studies and Diplomacy is designed to provide essential knowledge and skills in international politics, economics, cultures, and language. Graduates are prepared for careers in foreign service, diplomacy, international non-governmental organizations, and other international careers.

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