List of Universities Offering Education and Geography in Nigeria, Jamb UTME and O'level Requirements

 
If you’re fascinated by the world around us—its landscapes, climates, and how people interact with their environment—then studying Geography might be the perfect fit for you. When combined with Education, this course equips you not only with knowledge about the Earth but also the skills to inspire and teach the next generation of learners. Whether you dream of becoming a Geography teacher or working in related fields like environmental management, planning, or research, the journey starts with choosing the right university and understanding the admission requirements. In this blog, we’ll provide you with a clear list of Nigerian universities that offer Education and Geography programs. We’ll also guide you through the JAMB subject combinations you need to register for and the O’level requirements to qualify for admission. Whether you’re just starting your university search or preparing your application, this guide will help you take confident steps toward your academic goals.

##What is Education and Geography Course?
Education is the process of facilitating learning, or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits, through teaching, training, storytelling, discussion, and directed research. Geography is the scientific discipline that studies the Earth's features, inhabitants, and the interrelationships between humans and their environment, dividing into physical geography (natural features) and human geography (human influences).  


University of Ibadan (UI)

University of Lagos (UNILAG)

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife

University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria

University of Benin (UNIBEN)

University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)

University of Calabar (UNICAL)

Bayero University Kano (BUK)

University of Jos (UNIJOS)


##JAMB Subject Combination for Education and Geography
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Education and Geography with other three subjectsnamely:Geography,Economics, Government/Mathematic

##O'Level Requirements for Education and Geography
To be eligible for admission into a Education and Geography 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

Geography 

Mathematics

Economics

Government/CRK/IRS