Nigerian universities offer a variety of courses, but they are not necessarily related to each other. Courses in different fields may require different subject combinations. Therefore, students who are interested in studying Anthropology at university should consult the JAMB and WAEC Subject Combination requirements.
It is important for students to choose the right subjects while applying for admission to avoid being denied. This page will provide you with all the necessary information about the Anthropology course, along with the JAMB and WAEC Subject Combinations required for Anthropology.
What You Need to Know About Anthropology
Anthropology studies humanity, concerned with their culture, behaviour, and society. It is an art course and is only suitable for art students, and it is not very competitive. Without carryovers, it would take students about four years to study Anthropology at the university.
The course is comprehensive and exciting to study, and it is among the best courses in the country. The job opportunities are also much better and better regarded. The list below contains some of the careers available.
- Archaeologist
- Anthropologist
- Lecturer
- Consultant
- Public Relation Officer
You’ll need skills like group work, communication, and analysis to study anthropology. In this career, you can choose to be self-employed.
WAEC Subject Combination for Anthropology
Typically, candidates need at least five credits in WAEC (West African Examination Council). Subjects in WAEC can also be applied to NECO (National Examination Council) or any other O’level examination. Below is the Subject Combination for Anthropology in WAEC
- English Language
- CRK or IRK
- History or Government
- Economic
- Geography
JAMB Subject Combination for Anthropology
Note that Mathematics is not compulsory, so it is not on the list. JAMB (Joint Admission and Matriculation Board) would only need four subjects. The English Language is a mandatory subject in JAMB. This examination is the one responsible for admission into the university. Below is the Subject Combination for Anthropology in JAMB
- English Language
- CRK or IRK
- History
- Any of Economics, Geography, French or Literature in English
Direct Entry Requirement
Students with A-level results who wish to enter the university directly should refer to the requirements below:
- Any two (2) ‘A’ Level passes in Arts subjects
Conclusion
Students need five credits in WAEC (West African Examination Council) or NECO (National Examination Council). The JAMB (Joint Admission and Matriculation Board) cut-off mark for Anthropology is 160. Applicants must pass the university post-UTME cut-off mark. To stand a higher chance of admission, they must score above 200 in JAMB.
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