Choosing the right career path is a major decision—and if you’re reading this, chances are you’re drawn to the exciting world of Marine Engineering. Whether it’s the idea of designing ships, working on offshore platforms, or being part of Nigeria’s growing maritime industry, Marine Engineering offers a unique blend of adventure, innovation, and technical challenge. But before you set sail on this career journey, there are a few important steps to take starting with knowing which universities in Nigeria offer Marine Engineering, the right JAMB subject combination, and the essential O’level requirements you’ll need to meet. In this blog, we’ll break down all of that for you, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
##What is Marine Engineering Course?
Marine Engineering is the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems aboard ships, submarines, offshore structures, and other marine vessels and systems
University of Benin (UNIBEN)
Rivers State University (RSU)
Niger Delta University (NDU)
Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU)
Federal University of Petroleum Resource (FUPRE)
Nigerian Maritime University (NMU)
##JAMB Subject Combination for Marine Engineering
In UTME, please note that English Language is Compulsory subject needed to study Marine Engineering with other three subjects namely:Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics.
##O'Level Requirements for Marine Engineering
To be eligible for admission into a Marine Engineering 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:
Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
English Language and one Science subject.