Knowing UNILAG requirements for Pharmacy can save you from losing your admission or CHANGING YOUR INSTITUTION or course.
See the latest direct entry, O’Level and JAMB requirements for Pharmacy in UNILAG with correct subject combination for your admission.
- Also see: OTHER COURSES IN UNILAG & THEIR REQUIREMENTS
Quick summary
- Pharmacy in UNILAG takes 5 years through UTME and 4 years Direct Entry.
- You need five O’level credits in one sitting in English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
- Your JAMB subjects must be English, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
- Direct Entry candidates need A’Level or JUPEB passes in Chemistry, Physics and Biology.
- UNILAG does not accept two O’level sittings for Pharmacy.
Does UNILAG offer Pharmacy?
Yes. The University of Lagos offers Pharmacy as a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) programme under Faculty of Pharmacy.
- See OTHER UNIVERSITIES OFFERING PHARMACY
How many years course is Pharmacy in UNILAG?
The number of years it will take you to study Pharmacy in UNILAG depends on how you were admitted.
If you gained ADMISSION THROUGH JAMB, you’ll study Pharmacy in UNILAG for 5 years.
But you’ll study it for 4 years via direct entry.
Choose UTME to start from Year 1 if you only have O’level result or choose Direct Entry to start from Year 2 if you have A’Level result like JUPEB.
Both lead to the same BPharm degree, so your choice depends on the qualifications you already have.
Direct entry requirements for Pharmacy in UNILAG
To apply through Direct Entry for Pharmacy in UNILAG you need:
- Very good passes in three JUPEB or A’Level subjects which must be:
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biology
UNILAG does not accept B.Sc. degrees for direct entry admission into this course.
Candidates must also choose UNILAG as first choice and meet the O’level requirements listed below.
O’level requirements for Pharmacy in UNILAG
You need at least a credit in each of these subjects:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
A credit in Maths is part of UNILAG GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS to show basic numeracy.
All five subjects are compulsory for Pharmacy. There is no alternative subject allowed.
What counts as O’level credit?
UNILAG asks for credits, not pass. And a credit is from C6 up.
| Grade | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A1, B2, B3, C4, C5, C6 | Credit |
| D7, E8 | Pass, not a credit |
| F9 | Fail |
Check every required subject on your result with this table before you apply.
One D7 or E8 in a required subject disqualifies you for Pharmacy in UNILAG.
Does UNILAG accept two sittings for Pharmacy?
No. UNILAG does NOT accept two sittings for Pharmacy.
All your required credits must come from a SINGLE sitting of WAEC, NECO or other accepted exam.
This means you cannot COMBINE TWO O’LEVEL RESULTS for admission to study Pharmacy in UNILAG.
If you wrote your O’Level exam twice, apply with the sitting that has all five required credits.
Otherwise, plan for a resit or change of course.
JAMB subject combination for Pharmacy in UNILAG
The 4 JAMB subject combination for Pharmacy in UNILAG is as follows.
- English Language
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
A wrong combination will disqualify you even if your JAMB score is high, so confirm it before you register.
See how this combination looks in practice.
- Use of English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics ✅
- Use of English, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics ❌
- Use of English, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics ❌
- Use of English, Biology, Physics, Mathematics ❌
Physics is compulsory. Mathematics is NOT a substitute for Physics in UNILAG Pharmacy.
Choosing your JAMB subjects
Since all four subjects are fixed, you have no choice to make.
Your only job is to score as high as possible in these four subjects. Do not replace any of them.
- See HOW TO SCORE 300+ IN YOUR UTME WITHOUT JAMB LESSON
Courses similar to Pharmacy
Not sure you meet up for Pharmacy or just want a backup?
Look at courses with similar requirements.
- PHARMACOLOGY
- MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
- BIOCHEMISTRY
- PHYSIOLOGY
But similar doesn’t mean the same.
Read each course requirements before CHANGING YOUR CHOICE because subject combination and cut-off marks differ.
- See OFFICIAL CUT-OFF MARKS FOR PHARMACY IN UNILAG
Frequently asked questions
No. Physics is compulsory for Pharmacy in UNILAG. You can’t replace it with Math or any other subject.
No. UNILAG does NOT accept two O’level sittings for Pharmacy. All five credits must come from one sitting.
No. Your JAMB subjects are English, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Math is only required at O’level.
Yes. Pharmacy is one of the most competitive science courses in UNILAG. Meeting the requirements makes you eligible to apply, but admission depends on how well you perform compared to other applicants.
No. Biology is a compulsory O’level credit for Pharmacy. You must have it in one sitting before you can apply.
Conclusion
Not meeting these UNILAG requirements for Pharmacy means no admission.
Consider rewriting O’level if you’re missing a required credit.
For a wrong JAMB combination, switch to a similar science course with the subjects you already have or do a CHANGE OF INSTITUTION.
GOOD LUCK.
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