Crop and Environmental Protection is a specialized field that combines elements of plant science, pest control, environmental management, and sustainable agriculture. It equips students with the knowledge to not only improve crop yields but also protect the environment in the process. In this blog, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to pursue this course in Nigeria—including which universities offer it, the correct JAMB subject combination, and the O’Level requirements you’ll need to meet. List of Nigerian universities that offer Crop and Environmental Protection The correct JAMB subject combination for the course The required O’Level subjects for admission
##What is Crop and Environmental Protection Course?
Crop protection involves practices to safeguard agricultural plants from damage by pests, diseases, and weeds to ensure high yields and quality, utilizing strategies like crop rotation, biological control, and pesticide use. Environmental protection refers to measures and policies aimed at conserving natural resources, preserving biodiversity, improving environmental quality, and integrating production with ecological preservation for overall sustainability.
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU)
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM)
Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife
University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK)
##JAMB Subject Combination for Crop and Environmental Protection
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Crop and Environmental Protection with other three subjects namely:Chemistry, Biology/ Agricultural Science,Mathematics/Physics
##O'Level Requirements for Crop and Environmental Protection
To be eligible for admission into a Crop and Environmental Protection 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