JAMB Subject Combination for Law
The four UTME subjects you need to write in JAMB to study Law in a Nigerian university.
About the course: Studies the legal system, rights and how laws are made and applied. Graduates attend Law School before practising.
UTME subjects
- Use of EnglishCompulsory
- Literature in EnglishCompulsory
- Any two from Economics, Government, HistoryYour choice
O'level (WAEC / NECO) requirement
Most universities ask for five credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, in subjects related to Law — usually the same subjects you write in JAMB. Some schools add extra conditions, such as one sitting only.
Check the exact requirement for your chosen school on JAMB's official brochure, IBASS.
Possible careers
- Lawyer (after Law School)
- Corporate legal adviser
- Judiciary and public service
- Human rights work
Some careers need extra professional exams or training after the degree.
Courses with the same JAMB subjects
Good backup choices — your JAMB subjects would still qualify you.
Where this comes from
Reported From a published list of JAMB subject combinations. Last checked 2026-11-12.
Requirements can differ from one university to another and can change each year. Confirm your school's requirement on JAMB IBASS before you register.