Full List of Courses Offered in University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Admission Requirements
Full List of Undergraduate Courses (Programmes) at UNILAG
The University of Lagos offers a wide range of undergraduate programmes across its faculties. Below is a structured breakdown of major faculties and popular courses available for admission:
Faculty & Course Overview
| Faculty | Major Programmes/Courses |
|---|---|
| Arts & Humanities | Creative Arts, English, French, Russian, History & Strategic Studies, Philosophy, Christian & Islamic Religious Studies, Linguistic (Igbo/Yoruba) |
| Science & Engineering | Biochemistry, Botany, Computer Science, Physics, Geology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Electrical/Electronics, Computer Engineering |
| Social Sciences | Economics, Industrial Relations & Personnel Management, European Languages & Integrated Studies |
| Management & Business | Accounting, Business Administration, Banking & Finance, Estate Management, Actuarial Science |
| Education | Adult Education, Education Economics, Home Economics, Human Kinetics & Health Education, Mathematics Education, Physics Education, Yoruba Education, History Education |
| Medical & Health Sciences | Medicine & Surgery, Nursing, Pharmacology, Physiology, Medical Laboratory Science, Radiography |
| Law | LLB (Bachelor of Law) |
| Dentistry | Dentistry |
This list is a representative sample of the major courses; UNILAG also offers specialist, combined and professional programmes. (University of Lagos Admissions)
General Undergraduate Admission Requirements
To gain admission into UNILAG’s undergraduate programmes, applicants must satisfy minimum UTME and Direct Entry criteria as outlined below.
UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) Requirements
Most degree programmes require:
| Standard Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum UTME Score | Must score at or above UNILAG’s published cut-off point (varies yearly) |
| Five O’Level Credits | English Language, Mathematics, and three (3) relevant subjects (depends on chosen course) |
| Approved Subjects Combination | Must sit UTME subjects relevant to course (e.g., Sciences for Engineering, Arts/Social Sciences for Arts) |
Examples:
- Computer Science: UTME subjects – English, Mathematics, Physics, (Chemistry or Biology).
- Engineering: UTME subjects – English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry.
- Arts & Humanities: UTME subjects – English, Literature or Social Sciences, and another Arts subject. (University of Lagos Admissions)
Direct Entry Requirements
Direct Entry candidates (A-Level, JUPEB, NCE, Diploma holders):
| Direct Entry Requirements | Typical Criteria |
|---|---|
| A-Level/JUPEB | Credit passes in three relevant subjects related to your intended course of study |
| NCE/OND/HND | Merit/Credit passes in relevant subjects or field (varies by programme) |
| Professional Qualifications | Recognised diplomas or certifications may be considered for entry at advanced levels (conditional) |
Direct entry allows applicants to start in 200/300 level in some cases. (University of Lagos Admissions)
Examples of Course-Specific Admission Requirements
To give you context on how requirements differ per programme, here are course-level criteria for some popular degrees:
Science & Engineering
Computer Science
- UTME: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry or Biology.
- UTME Subjects: English, Mathematics, Physics and any one of Chemistry or Biology.
- Direct Entry: ‘A’ Level/JUPEB with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry/Biology. (University Of Lagos)
Civil Engineering
- UTME: Credit passes in English, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry.
- Direct Entry: A’ Level/JUPEB – Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry; HND/ND with relevant credits. (University Of Lagos)
Arts & Social Sciences
Creative Arts
- UTME: Credit passes including English Language and at least two other Arts subjects.
- Direct Entry/JUPEB: Passes relevant to Theatre Arts/Music/Visual Arts depending on concentration. (University Of Lagos)
English
- UTME: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Literature-in-English and two other subjects.
- Direct Entry: A’ Level/JUPEB with Literature and two additional Arts subjects. (University Of Lagos)
Health Sciences
Nursing
- UTME: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics.
- Direct Entry: Registered Nurse/Midwife with experience plus passes in core science subjects. (University Of Lagos)
Medical Laboratory Science
- UTME: Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics.
- Direct Entry: A’ Level/JUPEB with Biology, Chemistry and Physics. (University Of Lagos)
Law
Bachelor of Law (LLB)
- UTME: Credit passes including English Language, Mathematics and two other subjects; and UTME subjects in English plus any two Arts/Social Sciences.
- Direct Entry: A’ Level passes in relevant subjects (including languages and humanities). (University Of Lagos)
Distance Learning Programmes (Additional Options)
The UNILAG Distance Learning Institute provides flexible B.Sc and B.Ed degree options in areas such as:
- B.Sc Accounting
- B.Sc Business Administration
- B.Sc Finance
- B.Sc Public Administration
- B.Sc Economics
- Education programmes (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Economics, and more)
Distance learning admissions require:
- Five credits including English Language and Mathematics.
- Recognized qualifications like degree, ND/HND, or NCE (depending on entry level). (Lagos Distance Learning)
Admission Checklist – Before You Apply
Before applying to UNILAG:
- Confirm UTME subjects match your course.
- Ensure five O’Level credit passes (or equivalent).
- Prepare Direct Entry credentials if applicable.
- Check UNILAG yearly admission brochure for cut-off scores.
- Submit application before deadline through the JAMB/UNILAG portal.
Summary
UNILAG offers a wide array of undergraduate programmes spanning Engineering, Science, Business, Arts, Law, Medicine and Education. Admission requirements differ by course, but typically involve a combination of:
- UTME scores with appropriate subjects
- Five O’Level (WASSCE/NECO) credits including English and Mathematics
- Direct Entry qualifications (A’ Level/JUPEB or relevant higher certificates)
Staying updated with the official admission guidelines ensures you meet the criteria for your chosen programme before applying. (University of Lagos Admissions)