Healthcare begins with understanding the human body, and Anatomy is the foundation of modern medicine and biomedical research. The JAMB cut off mark for Anatomy for the 2026/2027 academic session ranges from 150 to 230, depending on the university and programme demand.
Anatomy studies the structure of the human body, including organs, tissues, cells, bones, muscles, and body systems through laboratory and clinical methods. Students train in histology, embryology, neuroscience, human development, and microscopic anatomy while building diagnostic and research skills.
Graduates work as anatomists, biomedical researchers, laboratory scientists, lecturers, and healthcare specialists in hospitals, medical labs, universities, pharmaceutical companies, research institutes, and public health organisations.
Below are Nigerian universities offering Anatomy along with their JAMB cut off marks, admission requirements, subject combinations, and career opportunities.
Federal Universities Offering Anatomy
Not every federal university offers Anatomy as a standalone degree. Most offer it within the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences. Below are the federal institutions that do, along with their cut off marks for 2026.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka | 200 to 230 | Yes | Enugu |
| University of Ibadan | 190 to 220 | Yes | Oyo |
| University of Lagos | 190 to 220 | Yes | Lagos |
| Obafemi Awolowo University | 180 to 200 | Yes | Osun |
| Ahmadu Bello University | 170 to 190 | Yes | Kaduna |
| University of Benin | 170 to 190 | Yes | Edo |
| University of Ilorin | 170 to 190 | Yes | Kwara |
| University of Calabar | 160 to 180 | Yes | Cross River |
| University of Port Harcourt | 160 to 180 | Yes | Rivers |
| Bayero University Kano | 150 to 170 | Yes | Kano |
| Federal University Oye-Ekiti | 150 to 160 | Yes | Ekiti |
| Federal University Lokoja | 150 to 160 | Yes | Kogi |
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State Universities Offering Anatomy
State universities offering Anatomy are fewer in number, but still available.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos State University | 160 to 180 | Yes | Lagos |
| Delta State University | 150 to 170 | Yes | Delta |
| Rivers State University | 150 to 160 | Yes | Rivers |
| Imo State University | 150 | Yes | Imo |
| Ambrose Alli University | 150 | Yes | Edo |
| University of Medical Sciences | 160 to 180 | Yes | Ondo |
Private Universities Offering Anatomy
Private universities offering Anatomy are rare. Below are the private institutions that do.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant University | 150 to 170 | Yes | Ogun |
| Babcock University | 150 to 160 | Yes | Ogun |
| Lead City University | 150 | Yes | Oyo |
| Madonna University | 150 | Yes | Anambra |
Requirements That Get Students Rejected
Your JAMB score is important, but it will not save you if you ignore the rules below.
O Level Requirements
You need at least five credits in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. All five sciences are compulsory. No exceptions. These credits must come from no more than two exam sittings. WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB results are accepted.
UTME Subject Combination
You must register for English Language, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Do not register for Mathematics in place of Biology or Physics. That combination will get your application rejected immediately.
Where Can Anatomy Take You?
Anatomy leads to careers in healthcare, research, forensics, and education.
1. Anatomist
Teaching anatomy to medical, nursing, and allied health students. Anatomists work in universities and medical schools, guiding the next generation through the human body.
2. Clinical Researcher
Studying how diseases affect body structures. Clinical researchers work in hospitals, research institutes, and pharmaceutical companies.
3. Forensic Anatomist
Examining remains to determine the cause of death, identity, and time of death. Forensic anatomists work with police, coroners, and crime labs.
4. Medical Illustrator
Creating detailed drawings and diagrams of body structures for textbooks, journals, and educational materials. A rare but specialised field.
5. Pathology Assistant
Working alongside pathologists to examine tissue samples, organs, and specimens. Pathology assistants help diagnose diseases by looking at structure.
6. Embryologist
Studying how the body forms before birth. Embryologists work in fertility clinics, research labs, and hospitals.
7. Museum Curator
Managing anatomy museums and specimen collections. Anatomical specimens must be preserved, catalogued, and displayed properly.
8. University Lecturer
Teaching anatomy to undergraduates and postgraduate students. Many anatomists remain in academia, training future health professionals.
9. Graduate Entry Medicine
Many Anatomy graduates go on to study Medicine. The strong foundation in body structure gives them an advantage.
10. Medical Sales Representative
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies need people who understand the body. Anatomy graduates explain how products interact with human tissues.
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