Arabic Language and Literature at the University of Ibadan (IBADAN): Admission Requirements and Special Considerations
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Studying Arabic Language and Literature at the University of Ibadan
University of Ibadan (IBADAN) offers Arabic Language and Literature as a degree programme. Candidates interested in the course should make sure that their qualifications match the admission route they intend to use.
UTME Subject Combination
UTME candidates should use the required combination for Arabic Language and Literature:
- English Language
- Arabic
- Any two subjects from Arts and/or Social Sciences
The four UTME subjects should be selected carefully during JAMB registration.
O'Level Requirements
Candidates need five SSCE credit passes in the required subjects.
- English Language
- Arabic
- Three other relevant subjects
The candidate should examine the individual subjects on the result rather than relying only on the total number of credits.
Direct Entry Requirement
For Direct Entry, the University of Ibadan requires two A' Level passes in Arabic and any other Arts or Social Science subject.
This means that Arabic must form part of the two relevant A' Level passes, while the second pass should be in an Arts or Social Science subject.
Special Consideration for Direct Entry
The specific Direct Entry condition for IBADAN is important for candidates who already possess an A' Level qualification. The requirement is not simply two unrelated A' Level passes; one must be in Arabic and the other in an Arts or Social Science subject.
For UTME Candidates
UTME candidates should confirm three things before applying:
- The JAMB combination contains English Language and Arabic.
- The other two UTME subjects are from the permitted Arts and/or Social Sciences group.
- The SSCE result contains the required five credits, including English Language and Arabic.
For Direct Entry Candidates
DE candidates should concentrate on their higher qualification. The University of Ibadan's specific condition requires two A' Level passes, with Arabic included alongside another Arts or Social Science subject.
Why the Exact Course Matters
Arabic Language and Literature is related to other Arabic-based degree programmes, but candidates should apply using the exact course they intend to study. Requirements for a different Arabic programme should not automatically be transferred to this one.
Application Checklist
- Choose Arabic Language and Literature correctly.
- Confirm the UTME subject combination.
- Check the five required SSCE credits.
- Confirm the Arabic credit at O'Level.
- DE candidates should confirm two A' Level passes including Arabic and another Arts or Social Science subject.
Before You Apply
Prospective students should carefully compare their qualifications with the admission conditions before submitting an application. This is especially important for Direct Entry candidates because the subject attached to the higher qualification matters.
For additional admission information, candidates should also review the wider requirements provided below before finalising their application.
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