List of Universities Offering Plant Science and Crop Production in Nigeria, Jamb UTME and O'level Requirements

 
In Nigeria, where agriculture is a vital part of the economy and food security remains a top priority, experts in Plant Science and Crop Production are highly sought after. Whether you dream of working on farms, in research labs, or agricultural businesses, this course equips you with the skills to make a real difference. But before you get started, it’s important to know where to study, what subjects to prepare for in JAMB, and the O’Level requirements you’ll need to meet. In this blog, you’ll find a comprehensive guide to help you kickstart your journey into Plant Science and Crop Production. We’ll cover: A list of Nigerian universities offering the course The recommended JAMB subject combination for UTME The O’Level (WAEC/NECO) subject requirements needed for admission

##What is Plant Science and Crop Production Course?
Plant Science is the broad biological discipline encompassing the study of plants, their growth, reproduction, and interactions with their environment, from molecular processes to ecological systems. Crop Production is the applied branch of agriculture focused on the commercial and sustainable growing of plants for food, fiber, fuel, and other materials, involving practices from selection and breeding to harvesting and storage.   


Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)

University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)

University of Agriculture, Makurdi 

University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)

Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM)

Federal University, Wukari (FUW)

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU)

University of Ibadan (UI)

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)


##JAMB Subject Combination Plant Science and Crop Production
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Plant Science and Crop Production with other three subjects namely: Chemistry, Biology/ Agricultural Science,Mathematics/Physics/Economics

##O'Level Requirements for Plant Science and Crop Production
To be eligible for admission into a Plant Science and Crop Production 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