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OAU Admission Requirements For Linguistics

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The Obafemi Awolowo University is one of the best universities in Nigeria. And course, one of the best universities to study Linguistics in Nigeria.

In this article, I am going to give you a head start on what you need to do NOW to study Linguistics at the Obafemi Awolowo University.

The vast majority of our First-Year students are applying for these courses. 

The good news is that admission into the University is very competitive, so if you have the right qualifications, then getting in shouldn’t be a problem.

Meanwhile, every course has its requirements in every tertiary institution in Nigeria. 

However, it is important you know the requirements for the course you want to study so that you won't make mistakes and end up not getting admission.

So, without further ado, let us get right into it.

Admission Requirements To Study Linguistics In OAU

Here are the general admission requirements for any UTME candidate who wants to study Linguistics in OAU:

  • You must have at least five (5) credit passes in your WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB results. It must not be more than two (2) sittings which must include English Language and Mathematics.
  •  You must make Obafemi Awolowo University your first choice of institution during JAMB registration. OAU does not consider second-choice candidates when offering admission.
  • You must be at least sixteen (16) years of age to be qualified for admission. Anything less than sixteen (16) years will not get considered.
  • You must choose the correct subjects combination in your O-Level results, JAMB, and Post UTME of the school. 
  • It is important you score nothing less than a 200 score in your JAMB UTME examination to be eligible for the OAU Post UTME examination.
  • You have to meet the Obafemi Awolowo University cut-off mark for Linguistics to gain admission into the school.
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Admission Requirements To Study Linguistics In OAU (Direct Entry)

Here are the general admission requirements for any Direct Entry candidate who wants to study Linguistics in OAU:

  • You must have at least five (5) credit passes in your WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB results. It must not be more than two (2) sittings which must include English Language and Mathematics.
  • You must make the Obafemi Awolowo University your first choice of institution to be qualified for admission.
  • A-Level Candidates must have A-Level passes in relevant subjects.
  • OND holders must have a minimum of Upper Credit in a relevant discipline.
  • HND holders must have a minimum of Upper Credit in a relevant discipline.
  • NCE candidates must have a minimum of two (2) passes in a relevant discipline.
  • Direct entry candidates are required to purchase the OAU Direct Entry form through the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) And OAU Portal.

Frequently Asked Questions On OAU Admission Requirements

1. Does OAU Offer Linguistics?

Yes, The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) offers Linguistics.

2. What is the Cut-Off Mark For Linguistics In OAU?

The general JAMB cut-off mark in the Obafemi Awolowo University is 200 and above.

However, to gain admission into the Obafemi Awolowo University to study Linguistics, you need to score 230 and above to be on the safer side.

3. OAU JAMB Subject Combination For Linguistics?

Here is the JAMB subject combination for Linguistics in OAU:

  • Use of English
  • Literature In English
  • Government
  • CRS/IRS or Yoruba

4. OAU WAEC Subject Combination For Linguistics?

Here is the WAEC subject combination for Linguistics in OAU:

  • English Language
  • Literature In English
  • CRS/IRS
  • Government 
  • Economics or Data Processing 

5. Does OAU Accept Two Sittings For Linguistics?

Yes. The Obafemi Awolowo University accepts two (2) sittings for the course.

That means you can combine two results to apply for admission to OAU.

6. What Types of O-Level Results Does OAU Accept?

The Obafemi Awolowo University accepts O-Level results like:

  • WAEC
  • NECO
  • WAEC GCE
  • NECO GCE
  • NABTEB

7. Is OAU Good For Linguistics?

The Obafemi Awolowo University remains one of the best universities in Nigeria to study Linguistics.

8. How Many Years Is Linguistics In OAU?

For UTME candidates, it is a 4-years course in OAU.

9. OAU School Fees For Linguistics?

The OAU school fee for Linguistics is about N50,000 per academic session.

10. How much is OAU Direct Entry Application Fee?

The OAU Direct Entry application fee is N2,000. This fee is non-refundable.

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If I don't have credit in economics or data processing can I study linguistics at oau?

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July 05 2023
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Please I have e8 in irs but I want to do it in jamb and I passed all the other 8 subject Please will oau replace irs in my olevel and put another subject And I want to study linguistics Please I need ur reply sir

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March 26 2023
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Does oau combine linguistics and English language?

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July 05 2023

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