In a country like Nigeria, where oil and gas play a huge role in national development, studying Chemical or Petrochemical Engineering can open doors to exciting careers in refineries, processing plants, manufacturing industries, and beyond. If you're interested in studying this course through a polytechnic, you're on the right path. Polytechnics in Nigeria offer practical, hands-on training that equips students with the technical skills industries need — especially in the energy and chemical sectors. In this blog, you'll learn: A list of polytechnics in Nigeria that offer Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering (or closely related programs). The correct JAMB subject combination you need to apply. The required O’Level subjects (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB)
##What is Chemical / Petrochemical Engineering Course?
Chemical/Petrochemical Engineering is a broad discipline focused on designing, operating, and managing large-scale industrial processes that transform raw materials, like petroleum and natural gas, into valuable chemical products.
Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro
Federal Polytechnic, Nekede
Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa
Auchi Polytechnic – Edo State
Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH)
Institute of Management and Technology (IMT)
Petroleum Training Institute (PTI)
Federal Polytechnic, Bida
Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda
Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic, Kazaure
Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic
Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku
##JAMB Subject Combination for Chemical / Petrochemical Engineering
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Chemical / Petrochemical Engineering with other three subjects namely: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
##O'Level Requirements for Chemical / Petrochemical Engineering
To be eligible for admission into a Chemical / Petrochemical Engineering program, candidates must meet specific O'level requirements. Generally, you are required to have at least five (5) credits in relevant subjects, which typically include:
English Language
Mathematics
Biology/Agricultural Science
Chemistry
Physics/Geography/Economics