To study Agricultural Science and Education, one admission requirement that universities need is the correct subject combination in both JAMB and WAEC. Due to the wrong subject combination, a lot of students end up choosing the course they do not intend to study. 
In this regard, this post will provide you with the necessary information about Agricultural Science and Education, including the subject combination. Lastly, you will also see the direct entry requirements in the section below.
What You Need to Know About Agricultural Science and Education
The Agricultural Science and Education course will take students about four years at the university if there are no carryovers. The system is very competitive, and students might find the entrance competitive. Agricultural Science and Education is under the faculty of Education.
There are many job opportunities available for those who studied agricultural science and education at the university, but they are also very competitive. Below are some of the available careers for one who looks at this course
- Lecturer
- Professor
- Secondary School Teacher
- Agronomist
- Lobbyist
- Agribusiness Field Representative
- Agricultural Communications
WAEC Subject Combination for Agricultural Science and Education
You need at least five subjects in WAEC (West Africa Examination Council). You can apply issues in WAEC to NECO (National Examination Council) or any O’level exam. Below are the subjects required in the WAEC Examination.
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Agricultural Science or Biology
- Chemistry
- Any Relevant Science Subject
JAMB Subject Combination for Agricultural Science and Education
You need only four subjects in JAMB (Joint Admission and Matriculation Board). This examination is responsible for students’ admission into the university. The JAMB Subject Combination for Agricultural Science and Education should include
- English Language
- Agricultural Science or Biology
- Any two of Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Geography and Mathematics
Direct Entry Requirement
Students who already have their A-level do not need JAMB and WAEC Subject Combination for this course; below are the entry requirements to keep in mind.
- Two (2) passes at ‘A’ Level in Biology/Zoology /Botany and any other Science subject.
- NCE merit in Biology and any other Science subject.
- NCE merit in Agriculture (Double Major)
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board cut-off mark for Agricultural Science and Education is 160. However, some state universities’ cut-off marks are 180 and 200. Students need five credits in WAEC (West African Examination Council), NECO (National Examination Council), or any O’Level examination. Applicants should also pass the university post-UTME.
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