In Nigeria, where agriculture still plays a huge role in feeding people, generating employment, and supporting livelihoods, professionals who understand both the science and the economics of farming — and who can also reach out to people effectively — are very much needed. If you’re considering this course, it’s good to start early: know which universities offer it, what subjects to take for JAMB/UTME, what your WAEC/NECO/O’Level results need to look like, and what direct entry options there are. That way, you can prepare smartly, avoid surprises, and aim for success. In this blog, you will find: A list of Nigerian universities offering Agricultural Economics & Extension The required JAMB / UTME subject combination for admission into that course The O’Level subject requirements: which ones you need, and the grades expected
##What is Agricultural Economics and Extension Course?
Agricultural economics and extension involves the application of economic principles to agricultural production, processing, and marketing, while extension focuses on the dissemination of this knowledge, research, and new technologies to farmers and rural communities to improve livelihoods and achieve food security
University of Calabar (UNICAL)
Rivers State University of Science & Technology (RSUST)
University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT)
Abia State University (ABSU)
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)
Ambrose Alli University (AAU)
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
University of Uyo (UNIUYO)
Modibbo Adama University of Technology (MAUTECH)
Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU)
##JAMB Subject Combination for Agricultural Economics and Extension
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Agricultural Economics and Extension with other three subjects namely: Chemistry, Biology/Agricultural Science,Physics/Mathematics/Geography
##O'Level Requirements for Agricultural Economics and Extension
To be eligible for admission into a Agricultural Economics and Extension 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
Chemistry
Biology/Agricultural Science
Physics/Geography