JAMB cut off marks for Special Education for the 2026/2027 academic session range from 140 to 210 across Nigerian universities. The course prepares students to teach and support learners with disabilities, learning difficulties, hearing or vision impairment, and other special educational needs.
Admission requirements vary by university and programme competitiveness, with federal universities often demanding higher scores than many state and private institutions.
Special Education prepares teachers to support learners with special needs. The curriculum covers adaptive learning, behavioural support, educational therapy, and inclusive classroom strategies.
Students explore educational psychology, child development, speech disorders, sign language, behavioural management, counselling, and rehabilitation techniques. They also gain real world experience through classroom practice with children who require specialised support.
The programme combines education, psychology, and social care to help students overcome learning and developmental barriers.
Graduates become special education teachers, learning support specialists, behavioural therapists, educational consultants, and rehabilitation officers. They find work in schools, rehabilitation centres, NGOs, hospitals, government agencies, and community organisations. Below are the cut off marks, admission requirements, subject combinations, and career opportunities for all universities.
Federal Universities Offering Special Education
Federal universities offering Special Education usually admit candidates through the Faculty of Education with varying cut off marks based on programme demand.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Ibadan (UI) | 180 to 210 | Yes | Oyo |
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) | 170 to 200 | Yes | Enugu |
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | 170 to 190 | Yes | Lagos |
| Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) | 160 to 180 | Yes | Osun |
| Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria | 160 to 180 | Yes | Kaduna |
| University of Benin (UNIBEN) | 150 to 170 | Yes | Edo |
| University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) | 150 to 170 | Yes | Kwara |
| University of Calabar (UNICAL) | 140 to 160 | Yes | Cross River |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka | 140 to 160 | Yes | Anambra |
| University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) | 140 to 160 | Yes | FCT |
| Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Ekiti |
| Federal University, Lokoja (FULOKOJA) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Kogi |
State Universities Offering Special Education
State universities generally provide more accessible admission opportunities for candidates interested in Special Education.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos State University (LASU) | 150 to 170 | Yes | Lagos |
| Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka | 140 to 160 | Yes | Delta |
| Rivers State University (RSU), Port Harcourt | 140 to 150 | Yes | Rivers |
| Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Ekiti |
| Imo State University (IMSU) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Imo |
| Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma | 140 to 150 | Yes | Edo |
| Kwara State University (KWASU) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Kwara |
| Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK) | 140 to 150 | Yes | Nasarawa |
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Private Universities Offering Special Education
Private universities offering Special Education often have lower cut off marks, although tuition fees are usually higher than those of public institutions.
| University | Cut Off Mark | Post UTME | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| Babcock University, Ilishan Remo | 150 to 170 | Yes | Ogun |
| Bowen University, Iwo | 140 to 160 | Yes | Osun |
| Lead City University, Ibadan | 140 to 150 | Yes | Oyo |
| Madonna University, Okija | 140 to 150 | Yes | Anambra |
| Igbinedion University, Okada | 140 to 150 | Yes | Edo |
JAMB Subject Combination for Special Education
Candidates applying for Special Education are generally expected to register for the following subjects in JAMB:
- English Language
- Any three Arts, Science, or Social Science subjects
Some universities may require subjects related to the candidate’s preferred teaching specialisation.
O’Level Requirements for Special Education
Applicants must possess at least five credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB. Required subjects commonly include:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Three other relevant subjects
Most universities may also accept combined results if permitted under their admission policies.
Careers in Special Education
Special Education opens doors to careers in teaching, therapy, counselling, research, and community support. Graduates work in schools, rehabilitation centres, NGOs, government agencies, and private practice. Below are the common career paths.
1. Special Education Teacher
Teaches and supports students with disabilities, learning difficulties, or special educational needs in schools and learning centres.
2. Learning Support Specialist
Helps students improve academically and socially through personalised intervention strategies and learning support.
3. Behavioural Therapist
Works with children and individuals facing behavioural, emotional, or developmental challenges.
4. Rehabilitation Officer
Assists people with disabilities in developing educational, social, and life skills for independent living.
5. Sign Language Instructor
Teaches sign language and communication skills to hearing impaired students and communities.
6. Educational Consultant
Advises schools, organisations, and families on inclusive education methods and special learning programmes.
7. School Counsellor
Provides emotional, academic, and social guidance to students and families.
8. Lecturer or Researcher
Teaches Special Education courses in higher institutions and researches inclusive learning and child development.
9. NGO or Community Support Worker
Works with non governmental organisations and social programmes that support vulnerable children and people with disabilities.
10. Inclusive Education Coordinator
Helps schools design and manage learning environments that accommodate students with different learning needs.
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