This program combines the scientific study of food, nutrition, textiles, and family health with essential management skills to prepare you for diverse roles — whether in education, health services, hospitality, or entrepreneurship. It’s a course designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a positive impact at home and beyond. Before diving into this exciting field, it’s important to know which universities in Nigeria offer Home Science and Management, the JAMB subject combination required for admission, and the O’Level requirements you need to meet. In this blog, you’ll find: A list of universities offering Home Science and Management in Nigeria The correct JAMB subject combination for the course The necessary O’Level subjects and grades required for admission
##What is Home Science and Management Course?
Home Science and Management is an interdisciplinary field that applies scientific principles and artistic skills to efficiently manage household resources and improve family well-being, covering areas like food and nutrition, child development, textiles, and resource management to achieve healthy, happy, and well-managed homes
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU)
University of Uyo (UNIUYO)
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife
University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
##JAMB Subject Combination for Home Science and Management
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Home Science and Management with other three subjects namely: Chemistry,Biology /Agricultural Science,Mathematics/Physics/Economics
##O'Level Requirements for Home Science and Management
To be eligible for admission into a Home Science and Management 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/Food & Nutrition/Home Management