There’s something powerful about choosing to study a language that speaks to your roots. In a country as culturally diverse as Nigeria, taking up Linguistics/Yoruba at the university level is more than just an academic pursuit—it’s a conscious effort to preserve heritage, deepen understanding of communication, and connect with generations past, present, and future. Yoruba, one of Nigeria’s three major indigenous languages, is spoken not just in southwestern Nigeria, but across parts of West Africa and in the diaspora. When combined with Linguistics, the scientific study of language, students gain not only fluency but also a deeper knowledge of how language works—its structure, history, and use in society. If you’re considering this course, whether out of love for your language or interest in African linguistics, this blog will walk you through: The Nigerian universities offering Linguistics/Yoruba The correct JAMB subject combination The O’level requirements you’ll need to meet
##What is Linguistics/Yoruba Course?
Linguistics is the scientific study of language, examining its structure, development, and use. Yoruba is a Niger-Congo tone language spoken by the Yoruba people in West Africa, particularly southwestern Nigeria, with approximately 50 million speakers worldwide. It is classified within the Yoruboid branch of the Defoid language family and is characterized by its rich tonal system and cultural significance
University of Ibadan (UI)
Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA)
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
University of Lagos (UNILAG)
Ekiti State University (EKSU)
Lagos State University (LASU)
Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU)
##JAMB Subject Combination for Linguistics/Yoruba
In UTME, please note that English Language is Compulsory subject needed to study Linguistics/Yoruba with other three subjects namely:Yoruba,Literature in English,Government/CRS/IRS/History
##O'Level Requirements for Linguistics/Yoruba
To be eligible for admission into a Linguistics/Yoruba 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
Yoruba
Literature in English
CRS
Government/Civic Education/History