UI Admission Requirements for all courses 2025

Are you aspiring to join the prestigious University of Ibadan (UI) for the upcoming 2025/2026 academic session? To ensure a smooth application process, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the general and specific admission requirements for your chosen course. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll outline the essential criteria and shed light on the various programs offered at UI.

General UI Admission Requirements

1. Academic Qualifications:
   • Obtain at least five (5) credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or GCE, not exceeding two sittings.
   • Credit passes in English Language are mandatory for all disciplines, while Mathematics is required for Science-based programs.
   • UTME candidates must meet the stipulated JAMB cut-off mark for the University of Ibadan.
2. Age Requirement:
   • Applicants should be at least sixteen (16) years old at the time of application.
3. Post UTME Screening:
   • Participate in the UI Post UTME screening exercise and achieve a minimum score set by the university.
4. Choice of Institution:
   • Choose UI as your first choice during UTME registration or switch your institution to UI via the JAMB portal.

UI Courses and Requirements

Faculty of Agriculture:

Agricultural Economics:

• Direct Entry: 2 ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry and one from Biology, Botany, Zoology, Agricultural Science, Economics, Physics, Geography, or Geology/Mathematics.
• UTME Subjects: English Language, Chemistry, Agriculture or Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
• O’ Level Requirements: 5 subjects at one sitting or 6 subjects at two sittings, including English Language, Biology/Agric Science, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Geography/Physics/Economics.
• Special Consideration: Accepts NCE/OND/HND in related fields and O/L credit pass in Biology with a Credit pass in Agric Science.

Agricultural Extension and Rural Development:

• Direct Entry: 2 ‘A’ level passes similar to Agricultural Economics.
• UTME Subjects and O’ Level Requirements: Same as Agricultural Economics.
• Special Consideration: Similar to Agricultural Economics.

Faculty of Renewable & Natural Resources:

Aquaculture and Fisheries Management:

• Direct Entry: 2 ‘A’ level passes in Chemistry and one from Biology, Botany, Zoology, Agric Science, Economics, Physics, Geography, or Mathematics.
• UTME Subjects: English Language, Chemistry, Biology/Agric Science, and Physics/Mathematics.
• O’ Level Requirements: Same as Agricultural Economics.
• Special Consideration: Accepts OND or NCE in Fisheries and Agriculture with meeting ‘O’ Level requirements.

Faculty of Arts:

Linguistics & African Languages [a] Linguistics:

• Direct Entry: At least TWO ‘A’ level passes including any language and another Arts or Social Science subject.
• UTME Subjects: English Language, one Arts subject, and any two subjects from Arts, Social Sciences, or Science.
• O’ Level Requirements: 5 subjects at one sitting or 6 subjects at two sittings, including English Language, one Arts subject, and any other three or four subjects from relevant fields.
• Special Consideration: Accepts NCE with credits in relevant subjects.

Yoruba:

• Direct Entry: A level pass in Yoruba and one Arts/Social Science subject. NCE in Yoruba and any other Arts or Social Science subjects.
• UTME Subjects and O’ Level Requirements: Similar to Linguistics.
• Note: One Arts subject is distinct from the compulsory English Language

FAQs on UI Admission Requirements for All Courses 2025

What are the general admission requirements for undergraduate programs at UI in 2025?

To gain admission into the University of Ibadan (UI) for the 2025 academic session, candidates must:

• Have a minimum of five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
• Score at least 200 in the UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination).
• Choose UI as their first choice institution in JAMB.
• Meet the departmental cut-off mark for their chosen course.
• Pass the UI Post-UTME screening exercise.

Are there specific subject requirements for different courses at UI?

Yes, different faculties and courses have specific subject combinations. For example:

• Medicine & Surgery: O’Level credits in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. UTME subjects: English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
• Law: O’Level credits in English, Literature-in-English, Mathematics, and any other two subjects. UTME subjects: English, Literature-in-English, and two other Arts or Social Science subjects.
• Engineering Courses: O’Level credits in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and one other subject. UTME subjects: English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

Candidates are advised to check the UI admission portal for specific subject requirements for their chosen courses.

Does UI accept direct entry (DE) admission, and what are the requirements?

Yes, UI accepts Direct Entry (DE) admission for candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Must possess at least two A-Level passes in relevant subjects related to their chosen course.
• Must have a National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or NCE with at least Upper Credit in a relevant field.
• Must meet the O’Level subject requirements for their course.
• Must apply through the JAMB Direct Entry portal and participate in the UI screening exercise.

Conclusion

With this comprehensive guide, you are now equipped with the necessary information to navigate the University of Ibadan’s admission process for the 2025/2026 academic session. Ensure you meet all specified requirements for your chosen course and make a successful application to kickstart your academic journey at UI. Good luck!