Comparative Religious Studies at the University of Ilorin (ILORIN): Admission Requirements and Special Considerations

Comparative Religious Studies at the University of Ilorin

The University of Ilorin (ILORIN) is the institution listed for Comparative Religious Studies in the JAMB Arts/Humanities brochure. Candidates interested in the programme should pay close attention to the requirements and special provisions attached specifically to this course.

UTME Subject Combination

Candidates are required to take CRS or IRS and any other two Arts or Social Science subjects.

The religious subject therefore forms part of the core UTME combination for the course.

O'Level Requirements

ILORIN requires five SSC credit passes, including English Language, CRS or IRS and three other Arts, Social Science or Science subjects.

Candidates should check their results carefully to ensure that both English Language and either CRS or IRS are among the required credits.

Direct Entry Through A' Level

Two A' Level passes in CRS/IRS and any other Arts, Sciences or Social Science subjects are accepted.

The brochure also mentions an A' Level provision that includes Islamic Studies, so candidates should examine the exact qualification they possess before selecting the DE route.

ND and NCE Route

ND or NCE in CRS/IS is accepted for Direct Entry. Candidates should confirm that the qualification is in the relevant area and meets the stated standard.

Diploma Route

ILORIN also accepts a Diploma in Religious Studies or Theology from the University of Ibadan, University of London or any accredited university in Nigeria.

Special Consideration

An important provision is made for candidates who did not offer CRS or IS but meet the UTME requirements. Such candidates may be considered for admission under the stated condition.

This is a significant point for applicants whose secondary-school subject combination does not include either Christian Religious Studies or Islamic Religious Studies.

Admission Checklist

• CRS or IRS plus two other Arts or Social Science UTME subjects
• Five O'Level credits including English Language and CRS or IRS
• Three additional qualifying Arts, Social Science or Science credits
• Relevant A' Level qualification for DE, where applicable
• ND/NCE in CRS/IS, where applicable
• Relevant Diploma in Religious Studies or Theology, where applicable

A Requirement Worth Paying Attention To

The possibility of consideration for candidates who did not offer CRS or IS is particularly important. However, the candidate must still meet the stated UTME requirements, so the provision should not be interpreted as removing all admission conditions.

Final Eligibility Check

Candidates should compare their JAMB subjects, O'Level result and any Direct Entry qualification with the requirements before applying. They should also check the University's current admission and screening instructions.

For the complete brochure details used in this guide, candidates can check the document below and use it to verify their eligibility before proceeding with the application.