List of Universities Offering Film Arts in Nigeria, Jamb UTME and O'level Requirements

 
Film Arts is a dynamic course that explores the creative, technical, and theoretical aspects of filmmaking — from directing, screenwriting, and cinematography to editing, sound design, and film critique. It’s the perfect blend of art and technology, offering students the chance to not just watch films but learn how to make them. Whether you dream of becoming a director, scriptwriter, editor, or film critic, studying Film Arts equips you with the skills and knowledge to enter Nigeria’s growing film industry — popularly known as Nollywood, one of the largest in the world. But before the cameras roll, let’s walk you through how to get started academically. In this post, you’ll find everything you need to know about studying Film Arts in Nigeria, including: A list of universities offering Film Arts in Nigeria The correct JAMB subject combination for Film Arts The essential O’Level (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) requirements

##What is Film Arts Course?
Film arts encompass the use of various disciplines—including writing, acting, photography, and music—to create expressive and emotionally resonant cinematic works that convey ideas, stories, and cultural narratives.


National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) 

University of Jos (UNIJOS) 

University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) 

Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo 

Baze University, Abuja 

Lead City University, Ibadan 

Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos 

Mountain Top University, Ogun


##JAMB Subject Combination for Film Arts
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Film Arts with other three subjects namely: Literature in English, CRS/IRS /Government/History, Fine Arts/Music/Economics/Yoruba/Igbo/Hausa/Civic Education

##O'Level Requirements for Film Arts
To be eligible for admission into a Film Arts 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 

Literature in English 

Government/History

CRS/IRS/Fine Arts/Civic Education

Yoruba/Igbo/Hausa/Economics/Mathematics