The construction industry remains one of Nigeria's most active economic sectors, offering steady opportunities for professionals with the right building expertise. Before you can qualify for admission into any university programme in this field, however, you must first get the Building subject combination for JAMB and Direct Entry right.

The correct UTME subjects and O'Level credits can make the difference between securing admission and being turned away.

Building is a professional programme within the environmental and construction disciplines that focuses on building construction, project management, construction technology, building materials, maintenance, and quality control.

Unlike Architecture, which concentrates on building design, Building emphasises the actual construction process, project execution, safety management, and cost-effective delivery of building projects. Students develop practical skills in construction techniques, structural systems, site management, estimating, and sustainable building practices.

With increasing investments in housing, commercial developments, and public infrastructure, qualified Building graduates are in high demand across construction companies, government agencies, consulting firms, and real estate organisations.

Before completing your JAMB registration or Direct Entry application, ensure you understand the approved JAMB subject combination, O'Level requirements, and Direct Entry qualifications for Building.

JAMB Subject Combination for Building

Candidates applying through UTME should register the following four subjects:

This is the standard JAMB subject combination accepted by most Nigerian universities offering Building.

O'Level Requirements for Building

Candidates must obtain at least five (5) credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB. The required subjects include:

  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • One other relevant subject such as Technical Drawing, Further Mathematics, Geography, Biology, Building Construction, Woodwork, or Metalwork

Having Technical Drawing or Building Construction at the O'Level can be an added advantage, although many universities do not make them compulsory.

Direct Entry Requirements for Building

Candidates applying through Direct Entry should possess one of the following qualifications:

  • National Diploma (ND) in Building Technology, Building, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Building Technology or a related programme.
  • IJMB or JUPEB with passes in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
  • Two A-Level passes in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
  • Other equivalent qualifications accepted by the university.

Applicants should always verify the Direct Entry requirements of their preferred institution before applying.

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Universities Offering Building in Nigeria

Federal Universities

Federal UniversityState
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)Bauchi
Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)Ondo
Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA)Niger
Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)Imo
Modibbo Adama University (MAU)Adamawa
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK)Anambra
University of Lagos (UNILAG)Lagos

State Universities

State UniversityState
Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)Enugu
Lagos State University (LASU)Lagos
Rivers State University (RSU)Rivers

Private Universities

Private UniversityState
Bells University of TechnologyOgun
Covenant UniversityOgun
Crescent UniversityOgun

Note: At some Nigerian universities, the programme may be listed as Building Technology rather than Building. Candidates are advised to consult the latest JAMB IBASS brochure to verify the exact course name offered by their preferred institution before completing their application.