Lagos, Nigeria — Prospective candidates aiming for Mass Communication at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) have been urged to register the correct JAMB subject combination ahead of the 2026/2027 admissions cycle to avoid disqualification during screening.
According to admission experts, compliance with the approved UTME subjects is a key eligibility requirement for all applicants.
Mandatory JAMB Subject Combination for UNILAG Mass Communication
For the 2026 admission cycle, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) specifies that candidates who choose Mass Communication must register the following subjects in their UTME:
- Use of English (Compulsory)
- Literature in English
- Two (2) Arts or Social Science subjects, such as:
- Government
- History
- Economics
- Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
- Islamic Religious Studies (IRS)
This subject combination aligns with general JAMB guidelines for the Mass Communication course applicable across Nigerian universities. Candidates are advised to avoid pure science combinations, as these do not meet course entry requirements for Mass Communication.
UNILAG Cut‑Off Marks and Admission Competitiveness
In addition to correct subject choices, UNILAG requires a minimum JAMB score to qualify for Post‑UTME and departmental screening. The general baseline cut‑off mark for course eligibility is 200 in UTME for the University of Lagos, including Mass Communication.
However, competitive programmes like Mass Communication often see successful candidates scoring above the minimum baseline due to high demand. According to recent cut‑off point data, Mass Communication at UNILAG recorded a merit threshold of 74.074 points when aggregated with O’Level and post‑UTME scores.
To understand broader cut‑off trends across Nigerian universities, applicants can review the JAMB cut‑off mark table for all courses 2026 at CutOffMark.NG, which shows competitive thresholds for similar arts and social science programmes.
O’Level Requirements and Screening Criteria
Candidates must also meet the O’Level requirements set by UNILAG, which generally include at least five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects (e.g., English, Mathematics, Literature in English, Government/History, and an additional arts or social science subject), obtained in not more than two sittings. Failure to meet these criteria may lead to disqualification regardless of JAMB score.
Related Cut‑Off Marks Insights
Students planning for Mass Communication may find the following CutOffMark.NG resources helpful for admission planning and comparison:
- UNIMAID Cutoff Mark for Mass Communication in 2025 & 2026 — Useful if considering alternatives outside Lagos.
- JAMB Cut Off Marks for All Courses 2026 — Overview of competitive cut‑off ranges across Nigerian universities.
- Schools That Are Still Open for Admission in Nigeria 2026 — Includes options for late applicants including Mass Communication programmes.
Expert Advisory for 2026 Applicants
Education analysts emphasize that choosing the correct UTME subjects early and aiming for higher than the minimum cut‑off score significantly improves the chances of gaining admission into competitive departments like Mass Communication at UNILAG.
Candidates are strongly advised to prepare diligently for both the UTME and the UNILAG Post‑UTME screening exercise, and to verify the latest admission updates directly from official channels and CutOffMark.NG articles to avoid outdated information.
