UNN has one of the widest programme selections in Nigeria, covering sciences, arts, engineering, health sciences, business, education and more.

With 15 strong faculties and over a hundred official departments, you’ll find opportunities here that many other universities simply don’t offer.

Below, we carry the verified list based on the University of Nigeria, Nsukka's, academic structure.

Full List of UNN Undergraduate Courses 2025/2026 Session

The full list of all UNN Departments & Faculties is on its website, and each of them has specific subject requirements for JAMB. Below is a simple table that breaks them down:

Faculty of Agriculture

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

AGRICULTURE

Agricultural & Bioresources Engineering (Dept. of Agric. & Bioresources Engineering)

Mathematics, physics, and chemistry

Agricultural Economics (Dept. of Agricultural Economics)

Mathematics, Economics, Chemistry and Biology

Agricultural Science & Education

Biology, Chemistry, and Physics/Mathematics

Agriculture (general)

Biology, Chemistry, Physics (or Agric. Science)

Animal Science

Biology, Chemistry, Physics (or Agricultural Science)

Crop Science / Plant Science & Biotechnology

Biology, Chemistry, Physics (or Agric. Science)

Soil Science

Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics

Food Science & Technology

Biology, Chemistry, Physics (or Agric. Science)

Faculty of Engineering

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

ENGINEERING

Agricultural & Bioresources Engineering

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Civil Engineering

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Mechanical Engineering

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Metallurgical & Materials, Materials & Metallurgical Engineering

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Biomedical / BioMedical Engineering

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology

Automotive / Mechanical-related specialisations

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Faculty of Arts, Fine & Applied Arts and Performing Arts

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

Arts / Humanities

English & Literary Studies

English, Literature in English, Government or History

Arts

History & International Studies

History, English, Government and CRS

Arts

Archaeology and Tourism

English, History, and an Arts subject

Fine & Applied Arts

Fine Art and Fine & Applied Arts

English, Art and any creative subject

Performing Arts

Theatre & Film and Creative Arts

English, Literature and any Art subject

Arts

Foreign Languages

English, a relevant language subject and another arts subject

Arts

Linguistics and Nigerian Languages

English, a relevant language subject and another arts subject

Arts

Mass Communication

English, Mathematics or Government, any other subject

Arts

Music

English, Mathematics or Government, any other subject

Faculty of Biological Sciences, Basic Medical and Allied Faculties

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

Biological Sciences

Biochemistry

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Biological Sciences

Biological Sciences, Microbiology, Genetics & Biotechnology

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Biological Sciences

Botany; Zoology; Plant Science & Biotechnology

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Medical, Biomedical and Allied

Medicine & Surgery (MBBS)

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and English

Medical Allied

Dentistry & Dental Surgery

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Basic Medical and Health Sciences

Human Anatomy

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Health Sciences

Nursing and Nursing Science

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Health Sciences

Medical Laboratory Science; Radiography; Physiotherapy and Medical Rehabilitation

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Health Sciences

Physiology, Physiology & Biomed option

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Other lesser-known courses in this faculty have been approved by the school.

Faculty of Business, Management and Social Sciences

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

Business / Management

Accounting and Accountancy

English, Mathematics, Economics, Government

Business / Management

Banking & Finance

English, Mathematics, Economics

Business / Management

Business Management, Marketing and Entrepreneurship

English, Mathematics, Economics/Commerce

Social Sciences

Economics

Mathematics, Economics, any social science, and English

Social Sciences

Political Science; Public Administration & Local Government; Sociology & Anthropology

English, Government, History and CRS

Faculty of Education

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

Education

Education & Biology

Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics, English

Business / Management

Education & Chemistry

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and English

Business / Management

Education & Mathematics

Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and English

Social Sciences

Education & Physics

Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and English

Social Sciences

Education & English Language, Education & French, Education & Igbo, Education & Geography, Education & History, etc.

English and a relevant subject, depending on the specific course

Faculty of Physical Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

Physical Sciences

Physics & Astronomy; Physics

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Physical Sciences

Chemistry, Pure & Industrial Chemistry

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Computer / IT

Computer Science, Computer with Statistics

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any Science Subject

Statistics

Statistics

Mathematics, Economics, any science or social science

Faculty of Environmental Science, Architecture, Urban Planning and Surveying

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

Environmental Sciences

Architecture

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Environmental Sciences

Urban & Regional Planning

Mathematics, Geography, Economics and Physics

Environmental Sciences

Estate Management

Mathematics, Economics, Geography

Environmental Sciences

Surveying & Geoinformatics

Mathematics, Physics, Geography

Faculty of Law

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

Law

LL.B (Law)

English, Literature-in-English or Government, History and another arts subject

Faculty of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Veterinary

FACULTY

Course (Department)

JAMB Subject Combination

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Pharmacy (Pharm.D)

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and English

Veterinary Medicine

DVM (Veterinary Medicine)

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Other / Miscellaneous Programmes (as listed)

Course

JAMB Subject Combination

Accountancy and Accounting

English, Mathematics, Economics, Government

Adult Education

English, any relevant arts and social science subjects

Estate Management

Mathematics, Economics and Geography

Library & Information Science

English, any arts and social science subjects

Social Work

English, Government, CRK, any social science

Nutrition & Dietetics

Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Psychology

English, Mathematics, and any social science

How to Choose the Right Course at UNN

Choosing the right course at UNN is the first step to making sure you never regret it. To do this, you should do the following.

  1. Follow your interests and strengths: pick a course you genuinely enjoy or a course you are good at. If you like it, you’re more likely to stay motivated through the full programme.

  2. Think about career prospects: choose a course that aligns with what you want to do after university. Some courses, like medicine, engineering, law, computer courses or business courses, offer more options for career opportunities.

  3. Consider tuition, course length and workload: some programmes are longer or more intensive. Be realistic about how much time, commitment, and resources you can offer before choosing a course.

  4. Entry requirements: check to confirm that you meet the required O-level subjects, JAMB and UTME subject combinations and scores before you apply. If you don’t meet the requirements, it might be better to pick another course or wait.

  5. Check campus location and facilities: some departments or faculties may be located on different campuses or might require special facilities (labs, clinics, studios, etc.). Be sure you are comfortable with where you’ll study and what resources you’ll need before committing.

If you have already chosen a course and even applied for admission, take these steps to confirm your admission status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does UNN offer postgraduate programmes?
A: Yes. UNN has one of the strongest postgraduate systems in Nigeria. They offer PGD, master's (M.A., M.Sc., M.Eng., and M.Ed.), MPH, LL.M., and PhD programmes. Each department has its approved specialisations and entry requirements.

Q: Can I study my course through UNN Sandwich or distance learning?
A: UNN runs Sandwich and Long Vacation programmes mainly for courses under the Faculty of Education. Other departments might offer part time or continuing education plans through the Centre for Distance and e-Learning.

Q: Are all UNN courses accredited by the NUC?
A: Yes, all approved courses offered at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, are accredited by the National Universities Commission, ensuring that the programmes meet the required academic standards in Nigeria.

Q: What should I do if I find conflicting course or subject information online?
A: Trust the UNN official pages first. If necessary, contact the Faculty Admissions Officer or the Registry for confirmation.

Q: Who do I contact for urgent admission or registration problems?
A: Start with your departmental office or faculty registry. But for portal or payment issues, go to the registry's admissions unit.