In this article, we shall be discussing about JAMB Subject combination for Criminology. Along side this, we are also going to extend this topic to some key important areas that will be very useful to you.
We are going to highlight some O’Level requirements to study Criminology, as well as top Nigerian universities to study this course.
This discourse is going to be an interesting piece. We advice that you get a pen and a paper to take down key points and kindly stay tunned with us as we guide you to successfully prepare for the UTME examination.
WHY STUDY CRIMINOLOGY?
Criminology is the study of Crime, including its causes, responses by Law enforcement, and methods of prevention.
Criminologist play an important role in the Criminal Justice system. They study the Social and Psychological factors that cause people to commit crimes. In essence, they work to develop a society that is less prone to or susceptible to criminal acts.
If you have a passion to pursue a career in Criminology and Security studies, then you are on your way to a promising career. Graduates of Criminology will find career opportunities in the following fields:-
- Criminologist
- Forensic Psychologist
- Detective
- Police Officer
- Fraud specialist
- Criminal Investigator
- Education and academia
- Foreign Service Officer
- Immigration officer
- Intelligence Analyst.
- Etcs
Some popular options for criminology graduates include further study (for example a masters course, or a law conversion course), social work such as counselling, and of course the most obvious option: joining the public services such as the police force.
O’LEVEL/DIRECT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS TO STUDY CRIMINOLOGY & SECURITY STUDIES
O’Level Requirements:-
To study Criminology, you must acquire at least Five SSCE Credit Passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics and any two of Arts or Social subjects.
Direct Entry Requirements:-
Direct Entry candidates would require Two ‘A’ Level Passes in Economics and any one of Mathematics, Statistics, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Agric Science, Accounting, Business Management, History and Government.
JAMB Subject Combination For Criminology
To apply for Criminology and Security studies in JAMB, you need the following subjects:-
- English Language (Compulsory For all courses),
- Economics
- Government
- Any two other Social science/Arts Subjects.
In addition to knowing your JAMB Subject Combination for Criminology, there are also TOP NIGERIAN INSTITUTIONS to study this course/programme.
Criminology can be studied under the Social & Management Science faculties of the following top Nigerian Universities:-
- Federal University, Dutse (FUD)
- University of Jos (UNIJOS)
- Afe babalola University (ABUAD)
- Chrisland University (CHRISLAND)
- Salem University (SALEM)
- Caleb University (CALEB)
- Bayero University, Kano (BUK)
- National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
The above list of top Nigerian Universities to study Criminology does not relegate some other well known top Universities, Polytechnics and Colleges who are also offering this programme. You can also patronize some good schools approved for the study of this programme.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What subjects are required for Criminology and Security Studies?
Candidates who wish to study Criminology and Security Studies must have obtained a credit in English Language and a pass in mathematics plus credit pass in either economics, geography or science and other two subjects at the SSC, NABTEB, NECO, GCE or their equivalent not more than two sitting.
Can a Criminologist become a Lawyer?
The path from criminology to law school is not uncommon. In fact, according to the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), one of the most popular undergraduate majors among law school applicants is criminal justice or criminology. Studying criminology offers many benefits for those considering law school.
What science is best for Criminology?
Criminology entry requirements
Related subjects such as law, psychology, sociology, statistics or sciences would be beneficial, but the real chance for you to impress will be in your personal statement. Use it to show your chosen institution just how and why you’re so enthusiastic to take this next step.
More importantly, We now have a team of Course Advisers who are always available and willing to guide you with matters relating to your admission this year. You should take advantage of this rare opportunity as you are preparing for this year UTME Exams.
If you have any questions or need more clarification or information regarding JAMB Subject combination for Criminology, kindly make use of the comment box below to communicate your feelings.
Message*how do i get to know all about my course
@ Happiness… What exactly do you want to know about?
Does schools really consider candidates who did change of institutions from a previous school back to theirs…
@ Dare… Yes.. they do…
Please, I did not offer economics in my SSCE, does it mean I’m not qualified to study this course???
I wanna know,
@ Vitalian… If the School you Choose accept your sub Combination, then you are good to go…
Please can I still gain admission for criminology without economic in jamb
I did not do economics and i want to study criminology.i hope it won’t hinder me from getting admission in funai
pls can someone who graduated with 2ND Class in English Language from College apply criminology?
Message* can i study the course without lit in my O level certificate?
Message* please what is the cut of mark of this couse?
What Course are you talking about?
Can science student have access to study criminology in Nigeria army university biu?
please is agric one among the subject in criminology?
Please i need the list of university and polytechnic that offered criminology
Pls i have f9 in literature and c.r.s in my waec result,and can these two subject stop me not to study criminology in university?
Not really… What!
Yes you can!
Good day sir,is it a must to study criminology with mathematics in Jamb exams?
You only need to have at least 5 credits including Maths and English.
To apply for Criminology and Security studies in JAMB, you need the following subjects:-
English Language (Compulsory For all courses),
Economics
Government
Any two other Social science/Arts Subjects.
I am a science student who has all my papers. I want to know if I can study criminology under the social science faculty in Federal university, Dutse?
Since I don’t have govt BUT I so desire to study this course.
Message*I’M A SCIENCE STUDENT, CAN I STUDY CRIMINOLOGY WITHOUT GOVERMENT
Can i study criminology without government?
I am a science student I didn’t offer government in my secondary school but I want to study criminology and jamb required government so what do I do?
Can science student have access to study criminology in Nigeria army university biu?
Can science student have access to study criminology in Unilorin
Good day sir, pls can some one with registered nurse/midwifery certificate apply to study criminology through direct entry? All O-Level requirements are complete. Let me know sir. God Bless sir!
Is it compulsory to offer mathematics in jamb if one want to study criminology?
Pls can I be admitted in to 200 level with my nce in guidance and counselling
Please can i use commerce instead of economics on my jamb subject? I have E8 On it and A1 In commerce..
please can I study criminology and security studies in unijos with jamb subject combination of English,government,economics and crs
Hi Kingsley,
Yes, you can do so.
View UNIJOS Cut-off MArks for Admission via http://campustimesng.com/unijos-cut-off-marks-2018-admission/
Can I study criminology in uni jos with this subject combination of English, economics government and IRS or Literature
Hi Rofiat,
Yes, I think you can study Criminology with those subject combinations.
I choose English, Commerce, Economics and Government in my UTME, can I get Admission with it.
Hi Yahya,
You will get admission with these Subject Combination if you meet the cut-off mark for your intended Institution.
Can I study criminology with the following subjects English government crs and literature
Hi Ngozi, don’t forget to include ECONOMICS
Good morning sir!
Sir I have economic for my O level but wen I wrote jamb I didn’t put it, cani I make use of this combination for criminologist?
1 English language
2 government
3 literature in English
5 CRS.
Hi Gabriel, ECONOMICS is a strong prerequisite for Criminology.
Your O’Level result for Economics will still be accepted during screening if you meet admission requirements.
Can I study criminology with de following subjects: Eng, Govt, Econ, CRS
Yes Israel, you can go ahead.
Hi..I scored 222 in UTME.. (English, government,economics & History) can I study criminology?
Yes, you can. Check for the admission requirements for the department in the school of your choice.
My jamb subjects are English, government,literature and crs. I just want to know if it’s possible to study criminology without economics at adekunle ajasin university. If not possible I need your advise on which course to go for.
Hi David, Economics is not a compulsoty prerequisite to study Criminology. You can get waiver.
To apply for Criminology in JAMB, you need the following subjects:-
1.English Language (Compulsory For all courses)
2.Economics
3.Government or History,
4.And two subjects from Arts or Social Science.
It is important you first check your departmental Cut-off mark.
Click HERE:
AAUA Cut-Off Mark – http://campustimesng.com/aaua-cut-off-mark-for-2018-2019-admission/
How To Calculate AAUA Admission Aggregate Score: http://campustimesng.com/aaua-aggregate-score-for-admission/
What is the cutoff for this cause
Hi Isaac, The Cut-Off Depends on the Institution’s Department. However, see Click below:
NEW CUT-OFF MARKS FOR 23 UNIVERSITIES http://campustimesng.com/new-cut-off-marks-23-universities-adopts-120-jamb/
What is the cutt off mark for criminology in eksu
Hi Anita, Jamb fixed cut off mark for EKSU is 180. Candidates with higher scores are first considered in admission basics. Though Candidates with lower scores might meet the cut off mark of 180 may likely not be admitted. You also require Cut Off mark of 180 to enroll for Criminology.
Please, is mathematics compulsory for criminology?? I really want to know bcuz am confused right now.
No Francis
Please can I use
Government
Economics
Islamic studies or literature
For my jamb, I want to study criminology.
You need to add English (compulsory). To know more, Click here;
http://campustimesng.com/jamb-subject-combination-for-criminology/
Can I sturdy criminology without adding economics in my jamb combination?
Other schools have different subject combination and admission requirements. See here: http://campustimesng.com/jamb-subject-combination-for-criminology/
I choose English, Government, crs and literature instead of economics for criminology in jamb subject
Won’t it affect my admission?
Please follow the subject combination. Also see waivers from different schools on the post.
I score 215 in jamb,with English, Economic, CRK and Government.Unijos criminology and security studies .can I be admitted
Hi Alfred, you will be offered admission to study Criminology as long as you meet all requirements for admission into UNIJOS.
Pls I scored 198 in jamb Will I be offer admission in unilorin with dis subject
English
Economics
Lit in English
Government
Holars, just be sure your subject combination is correct, you meet UNILORIN cut-off mark for your course, and other admission requirements.
pls sir I’m really frustrated here
I didn’t do economics in my waec can I still study criminology
What you should do is, check other Institution that has a varied subject combination. See if Economics is not compulsory.
Can I study economics with
English
Maths
Economics and commerce
Commerce can be replaced with Any other Subject between Government, History, Geography, Literature In English, French and CRK/IRK.
I didn’t get economics in my o level but I did it in my jamb for criminology I hope I can still get my admission at federal university dutse
Hi David, whatever your JAMB subject selection is, ensure you have the relevant O’level subject combination to study Criminology at Federal University Dutse.
Can I get admission to study criminology with these subject combination
Maths
English
Literature in eng
Economics
And scores 200
Yes, you can, Philip.
I have pass in literature and i have credit in rest,am i qualified to read criminology
english
math,economics,crs,goverment,civic,am i qualified with this subject.
You are okay to study criminology.
Can i study Criminology with English, literature, government and crs
Economics is an important subject combination you have not added.