Medicine, Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Suitable courses: Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical Laboratory Science, Anatomy, Physiology, Public Health
Recommended subjects
Biology, Chemistry, Physics
IJMB & JUPEB academic pathways
Courses and Subject Combinations
Select the right IJMB or JUPEB subject combination for your intended university course. ET Academy provides academic guidance to help students align their programme, subjects and Direct Entry admission goals.
How to choose correctly
Your subject combination should match your university destination.
IJMB and JUPEB candidates are advised to select subjects based on their intended course, target university requirements and Direct Entry admission rules. Wrong subject selection can affect admission eligibility, so students should receive proper academic counselling before registration.
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Choose a subject combination that directly matches your intended university course.
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Confirm that your preferred university accepts the chosen IJMB or JUPEB combination for Direct Entry admission.
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Science-based courses usually require strong performance in Mathematics and core science subjects.
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Law, Arts and Social Science candidates should pay close attention to English, Literature, Government and related subjects.
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ET Academy academic advisers can guide students before final subject selection.
Programme support
IJMB
Structured classes, subject guidance, timetable access, lecture materials and admission preparation for serious candidates.
Foundation pathway
JUPEB
University-standard foundation learning with clear subject planning, academic monitoring and portal-based student support.
Need help choosing?
Contact ET Academy before completing your application.
Call 08064297522 or email registrar@etacademy.org.ng for guidance. Locations: Ilorin • Osun • Lagos.
Subject combination guide
Common pathways for IJMB and JUPEB candidates
The combinations below are guidance examples. Final subject selection should be confirmed against the latest requirements of the candidate’s preferred university and course.
Engineering & Technology
Suitable courses: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering
Recommended subjects
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
Computing & Physical Sciences
Suitable courses: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Mathematics
Recommended subjects
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Economics
Law, Arts & Humanities
Suitable courses: Law, English, Linguistics, History, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Theatre Arts
Recommended subjects
Literature-in-English, Government, CRS/IRS or History
Social Sciences
Suitable courses: Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, International Relations, Mass Communication, Criminology
Recommended subjects
Government, Economics, Literature-in-English or CRS/IRS
Management Sciences
Suitable courses: Accounting, Business Administration, Banking and Finance, Marketing, Public Administration, Entrepreneurship
Recommended subjects
Economics, Government, Mathematics or Accounting
Education
Suitable courses: Science Education, Arts Education, Social Science Education, Guidance and Counselling, Educational Management
Recommended subjects
Subjects should match the intended teaching field
Agriculture & Environmental Studies
Suitable courses: Agriculture, Animal Science, Crop Science, Fisheries, Estate Management, Urban and Regional Planning
Recommended subjects
Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physics or Geography
Subject Combination FAQs
Questions about IJMB and JUPEB courses
These answers help applicants choose suitable IJMB or JUPEB subjects before submitting the ET Academy application form.
How many subjects do IJMB and JUPEB students usually choose?
Candidates usually select three A-Level subjects that match the intended university course and Direct Entry requirements.
Can ET Academy guide me before I select subjects?
Yes. ET Academy can guide applicants based on their preferred course, O'Level background, intended university, and IJMB or JUPEB route.
Which subjects are common for Medicine and health courses?
Biology, Chemistry and Physics are commonly recommended for Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and related health science pathways.
Which subjects are common for Engineering?
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry are commonly recommended for Engineering, Physical Sciences and Technology-related courses.
Registration support
Apply with confidence and get proper academic placement.
ET Academy helps candidates review their preferred university course, choose suitable subjects, complete registration, choose a payment option, track fees after approval, access lecture materials, apply for hostel accommodation and receive approved admission documents when eligible.