Theatre Arts goes far beyond acting — it includes directing, playwriting, stage design, costume and makeup, traditional dance, music, and even film production. In Nigeria, this field continues to grow, with vibrant cultural expressions and an evolving entertainment industry that opens up exciting career paths. But before you can take the stage as a student of Theatre Arts, there are important academic steps to take — starting with choosing the right university, knowing the correct JAMB subject combination, and meeting the O'Level (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) requirements. In this blog post, we’ll cover everything you need to get started on your journey to studying Theatre Arts in Nigeria, including: A full list of Nigerian universities offering Theatre Arts The JAMB subject combination required for Theatre Arts
The correct O’Level requirements you need to gain admission
##What is Theatre Arts Course
Theatre Arts is a multifaceted, collaborative art form centered on live performance, involving the creative and technical elements needed to tell a story or convey a message to an audience.
University of Ibadan (UI)
University of Lagos (UNILAG)
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT)
University of Calabar (UNICAL)
University of Uyo (UNIUYO)
Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE)
Delta State University (DELSU)
Lagos State University (LASU)
Benue State University (BSU)
Ekiti State University (EKSU)
Imo State University (IMSU)
Abia State University (ABSU)
Taraba State University (TASU)
Kogi State University (KSU)
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE)
##JAMB Subject Combination for Theatre Arts
In UTME, please note that English Language is a compulsory subject needed to study Theatre Arts with other three subjects namely:Literature in English, CRS/IRS/Fine Arts, Government/History/Music/Yoruba / Igbo / Hausa
##O'Level Requirements for Theatre Arts
To be eligible for admission into a Theatre 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
Fine Arts/CRS/IRS
Music/Yoruba/Igbo/Hausa/Economics/Civic Education